Operetta
The Lyric Stage Company of Boston
September 7 – October 13, 2012
The Gilbert and Sullivan hit based on Japanese themes, colorfully done in an intimate setting, with lots of topical lyrics inserted into the original.
Musicals
A Class Act
Music and Lyrics by
Edward Kleban
Book by
Linda Kline and Lonny Price
Berkshire Theatre Group
Unicorn Theatre
Stockbridge, MA
July 14 – August 4, 2012
The story of Edward Kleban, lyricist for A Chorus Line, told through his own clever words and distinctive music.
Car Talk: The Musical
Central Square Theater
An impressionistic musical romp inspired by the long-running National Public Radio classic Car Talk.
Avenue Q
Lyric Stage Company of Boston
A raunchy and hysterical take-off on Sesame Street for twenty-somethings of all ages, with puppets and music.
Woody Sez: The Life and Music of Woody Guthrie
American Repertory Theatre
Twenty-eight Woody Guthrie songs, played with gusto and expertise, supported by a narrative about his life.