RESIDENT SHOW REVIEW - BY: JODY LEBEL

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“French Review”

Entertainment and a Dance. Ooh la la. 

 

                                       by Jody Lebel

     The Act 2 Repertory Theater group branched out into fresh territory with a new name to match. On August 11^th in the party room, the Encore Players, the brainchild of Kitty Gragg and Natalia Bragarnik, produced an evening of showtime entertainment bistro-style. What was the twist? The audience got a chance to get up and dance in between sets, which was a big hit. This show had the whole package; interesting numbers, the ability to bring your own drinks and sit at a table nightclub-style, and great music for audience dancing. The show had a French theme; and yes, it included the Encore Dancers doing the Cancan. The costumes were dazzling, and because the talent was hand-picked the performances were top-shelf. 

MC’d by Kitty Gragg, some of the well-rehearsed offerings included “I Love Paris” sung by Sonny Buovolo, “I Remember it Well” performed by Linda and Erwin Protter, and C’est Magnifique by Joe Finello and Barbara Goldman.

All in all, I’d have to say the venture was a success. Will we be treated to more of these relaxed nightclub-style shows from the Encore Players?  We’ll have to wait and see. Stay tuned.

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Dave Israel