Encanto

Encanto; Vibrant, original, fantastic fairy tale w/just enough touches of deep, brutal honesty & reflection of family dynamics. Musical moments propel the story forward so quickly that it seems to wrap up so suddenly & tidily. Well worth being swept up in its magic and charm; A-

tick, tick...BOOM!

tick, tick…Boom!; A Broadway musical lover’s ode to creativity &!pursuing your passion in the face/model of life’s realities is full of energy, joy, and cameos. Belting out about mundane struggles becomes a kinetic music video at every turn. Garfield is great as Larson; B+

In the Heights

In the Heights; Impressive kinetic spectacle of Miranda’s passion play bursts alive through Chu’s visual canvas. Outstanding choreography and musical numbers featuring fabulous performances from sure to be bona fide movie stars and Latine legends. Infectious and delightful; A

Hamilton

Hamilton; Wonderful filming of theatrical production manages to capture stage, lighting & choreography seamlessly while providing intimate, up close moments w/o missing a beat. Fabulously frames founding fathers in an equally groundbreaking energetic revolutionary performance; A+

Mary Poppins Returns

Mary Poppins Returns; Unbelievably earnest in achieving a sweetness so pleasing it invites diabetes. Lovingly mirrors the original without feeling dated or doting, the songs, animation and performances prop up a fairly obvious story arc; A-