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Broadway Breakdown: January

When did it become 2022 and how is January almost over?!?! While the ball already dropped, Broadway sure isn’t dropping the ball on incredible shows, and we’ve had the chance to see three this month: The Music Man, Company, and MJ The Musical.

In this January edition of Broadway Breakdown, we won’t just tell you what we loved about a show, but what type of audiences would best enjoy this show and any other PLUSes we can think of! But first

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Broadway Breakdown: January

THE MUSIC MAN

3 Highlights

  1. Hugh Jackman was INCREDIBLE!
  2. The supporting cast was hilarious and amazing
  3. The ensemble of dancers are some of
    the best there are on Broadway!

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Who is this show good for?

  • Lovers of classic musical theatre
  • Corporate groups
  • Families (a great feel-good show)

Any other PLUSes?

  • Hugh Jackman starts the show hidden on stage…
    can you spot him before he pops our for his first line?
  • The Winter Garden Theatre is a very wide theatre, which means there are no bad seats!
  • If you want to twin with Hugh Jackman, you can buy
    his character’s hat at the merch stand!

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3 Highlights

  1. Patti LuPone is AMAZING, the role of Joanne is MADE for her!
  2. The set is very inventive
  3. The entire cast works incredibly well as a full ensemble and all bring such strengths to the show

Who is this show good for?

  • Adult groups
  • Corporate groups
  • Sondheim lovers
  • Patti LuPone lovers

Any other PLUSes?

  • The gender-swapped casting brings a unique
    dynamic to the show
  • Matt Doyle singing “Getting Married Today” is
    NOT to be missed!
  • Check out the fun merch!

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MJ THE MUSICAL

3 Highlights

  1. The dancing and the talent of the entire ensemble was UNREAL
  2. Myles Frost fully embodies the character
    of Michael Jackson
  3. The MJ songs of course!

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Who is this show good for?

  • Michael Jackson fans
  • Concert/music lovers
  • Everyone over the age of 5

Any other PLUSes?

  • While the subject matter got dark at times, it didn’t
    get too dark. It focused on the genius of Michael
    and how a life of extreme fame took its toll on him