🎭 Welcome to Bored and Confused! In this episode, I review the new Broadway revival of Gypsy, starring Audra McDonald, breaking it down with my two key questions:1️⃣ Was I bored?2️⃣ Was I confused?
You'll have to indulge me son this video. I really love this show so I had a lot of thoughts about this revival.
This video dives into the history of Gypsy, creative decisions in this revival, and its place in musical theater. Are George C. Wolfe and Camille A. Brown's new interpretations a hit or a miss? Watch to find out!
📜 Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction and my History with Gypsy
00:58 – Mama Roses on Broadway
01:18 – The Unique Score and Song Structures
02:12 – The Jerome Robbins Choreography Legacy
02:40 – A New Direction: George C. Wolfe and Camille A. Brown
03:40 – The Danger of "Fixing" Perfection in Musical Theater
05:45 – Mama Rose’s Shows within the show
07:16 – Nontraditional vs. Colorblind Casting: What’s Happening Here?
10:22 – Thoughts on Audra McDonald’s Performance as Mama Rose
12:53 – Thoughts on Louise’s journey
15:50 – Final Thoughts: Does This Revival Measure Up?
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