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A Note From the Artistic Director,
Daniel C. Levine
I WANNA ROCK!
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When deciding which shows we will produce and present each year at ACT of CT, it is important for me to make sure that there is something in the season for everyone. That’s not always an easy task since some of us gravitate towards classic musical comedy, others prefer the pop-opera genre, and others favor a more contemporary musical theater style. So, when selecting this season of shows (our 5th season!!!), I put a great deal of careful thought into which titles would be included. GUYS AND DOLLS was the perfect show to begin our 5th season. It is one of those shows that made me fall in love with musicals in the first place: musical theater perfection! I also knew that I wanted to close our 5th season with one of my all-time favorite musicals, THE SECRET GARDEN. That show is going to be the perfect spring production and will leave audiences feeling warm-hearted, inspired, and primed for a terrific summer.
But what to choose for our winter production? Perhaps something elegant, romantic, sweeping, and sophisticated? Maybe something complex, intellectual, deep, and profound?
No way! Give me 80’s rock n’ roll, an over-the-top love story, racy jokes, tight pants, big hair, and shameless camp – I’m all in! Every now and then we all just need a show like ROCK OF AGES on stage. I saw ROCK OF AGES on Broadway in 2009 and was fully prepared to not really “love” it (I will admit, this type of show wasn’t really my “thing”). However, by the end of the show I was on my feet, ear to ear smile, totally invested in the characters, the story, and the music; it was quite possibly the most fun that I ever had in a theatre. At its core, ROCK OF AGES has a ton of heart and is pure fun, and I am excited to share that fun with our audiences. Like all our productions here at ACT of CT, I am proud to be able to present this show to you, and we thank you for your support of our theater.
Now sit back, relax, and GET READY TO ROCK!
Daniel C. Levine Artistic Director, ACT of CT
