14 October 2020
CenterPoint Legacy Theater presents Broadway Villains in Concert
by ngraf
“Through the darkness and the shadows, it’s a nightmare, but it’s one exciting ride.” Gaston may have sung it first but CenterPoint Legacy Theatre says it even better in its beguiling musical production of Broadway Villains.
As CenterPoint’s first in-house show since March, Villains brings to life some of the most diabolical characters in Broadway history. Blind to their own darkness, or perhaps fueled by it, these villains let it all hang out, unapologetic as they plot their revenge. They’re the ones we love to hate, the ones who make us shriek in both laugher and fear. Yet despite their backstabbing, treacherous shenanigans, you’ll find yourself cheering them on, tapping your toes, and clapping your hands. It just may be the best hour of your week.
You just can’t help but adore the way these talented performers present these outrageous characters. Is there a more despicable storyline than Sweeney Todd? Brittany Bullen manages to bring incredible charm to the dreadful Mrs. Lovett. Together with Tyler Hanson, they create humor in this dark and grisly tale. Karina Gilette’s dramatic rendition of “World Burn” from Mean Girls is on fire. A brief showdown between Annie’s Ms. Hannigan and Matilda’s Ms. Trunchbull, and comical performances by Cinderella’s Stepsisters, add a lighthearted element to the show.
Directed by Danny Inkley and musical director Tara Wardle, and choreographed by Marilyn Montgomery, the cast consists of 13 extraordinarily talented singers, dancers and actors. The narrator weaves the eclectic numbers together seamlessly with a disembodied voiceover that delivers just the right combination of intrigue and entertainment.
As CenterPoint’s first in-house show since March, Villains brings to life some of the most diabolical characters in Broadway history. Blind to their own darkness, or perhaps fueled by it, these villains let it all hang out, unapologetic as they plot their revenge. They’re the ones we love to hate, the ones who make us shriek in both laugher and fear. Yet despite their backstabbing, treacherous shenanigans, you’ll find yourself cheering them on, tapping your toes, and clapping your hands. It just may be the best hour of your week.
From King George to Regina George
Few characters are scarier than the villains who believe they are heroes. (We’re looking at you Gaston. And Javert. And George. And…well, you get it.). The Villains cast brings to life 17 of the most spine-tingling numbers from Broadway, including Wicked, Hamilton, Little Shop of Horrors, Beauty and the Beast, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, and more.
You just can’t help but adore the way these talented performers present these outrageous characters. Is there a more despicable storyline than Sweeney Todd? Brittany Bullen manages to bring incredible charm to the dreadful Mrs. Lovett. Together with Tyler Hanson, they create humor in this dark and grisly tale. Karina Gilette’s dramatic rendition of “World Burn” from Mean Girls is on fire. A brief showdown between Annie’s Ms. Hannigan and Matilda’s Ms. Trunchbull, and comical performances by Cinderella’s Stepsisters, add a lighthearted element to the show.
Directed by Danny Inkley and musical director Tara Wardle, and choreographed by Marilyn Montgomery, the cast consists of 13 extraordinarily talented singers, dancers and actors. The narrator weaves the eclectic numbers together seamlessly with a disembodied voiceover that delivers just the right combination of intrigue and entertainment.