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The combination of dance, music, comedy, story of love along with great set design and
transformation was fabulous. Sara Esty who has a lead role as Lise is both graceful and
energising ultimately stealing the show with her talent for both ballet and singing. The big
tap-dancing scene done by the three male leads along with a full stage of dancers
exceeded my expectations. We had Orchestral Terrace seats that were optimal for viewing
the entire stage. I loved it so much I would go again!
Dee from Los Angeles, California
AMAZING!!
Dancing, sets, singing! It has it all. Fantastic performance!
Jan G. from Sacramento, California
WOW!!!
We are huge fans of Gershwin music and have seen this show twice. Don't hesitate---see its stellar cast in a superb production.
Milton lewis from Hamilton Ontario
EXILERATING
A brilliant piece of work. The dancing and staging are spectacular. Do
not miss this underrated musica/ballet.
Claudette Moniz from Providence, Rhode Island
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS
One of the best shows I have seen recently at PPAC. The dancing is
unbelievable. Don't know how they do two of these shows in one day
on the weekend. It has to be exhausting. The singing was also very
enjoyable and the scenery was beautiful. Fabulous cast, great job.
Totally recommend this show.
from Providence, Rhode Island
WS'WONDERFUL
It starts with the cast and the cast was amazing. Good score, wonderful dancers. Had
an old Broadway feel with a fresh look.
Carl Olson from Detroit, Michigan
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS
Excellent! The Detroit Opera House is a great venue. The cast was
absolutely wonderful. Not one mistake was apparent.
Marian letellier from Phoenix, Arizona
AMERICAN IN PARIS
The production was really amazing. I don’t know how this company managed this production in that setting. It was accomplished and beautifully.
Cheryl MOHER from Scottsdale , Arizona
BEST THING I’VE SEEN AT PHOENIX THEATER
I saw the matinee this afternoon and was transfixed by every performance and the talent and versatility of all the actors/dancers in the play. The two leads were incredible, as were the actors that played Milo and Henri. Every supporting part was so professional and enjoyable I couldn’t believe the quality of the work. I came home and watched the 1951 movie with Gene Kelly. I don’t know who wrote this new adaptation… Whether it followed more closely the play that was done in London… But I liked the story I saw today better than the 1951 movie. Go and see this before it leaves town… And then say it again
KH from Boulder Colorado
INNOVATIVE SET DESIGN!
Favorite singer was Nick Spangler at Henri ..I didnt feel the chemistry from Garen
Scribner, . Best, most dynamic singing was when 3 male leads sang together.
Loved the set designs , the flow and movement of sets added energy to the whole play.
Marcia from Saint Paul, Minnesota
STUNNING AND UNFORGETABLE
This was a graduation present for a young man who loves Jazz, Gershwin, and great
theater. All of us were enchanted. We watched the 1951 movie a few weeks ago and
agreed that the changes in tone, script and the addition of more music suited modern
taste. The best comment on the performance came from the young man: "It was so
clear that they set out to create art." Amen to that.
Carol Constantino from Orlando, Florida
TRANSPORTED
Might have been politely sitting throughout the show but every inch of
my being was pulled into this performance. Ballet and Broadway had a
love child and called it "An American In Paris"...what a blessing! Prepare
to swoon, float, fall in love and still be singing the songs the next day.
I wanted to shout, "Encore!" I wanted Instant Replay. No wonder there
was a spontaneous standing O!!!
Virginia Accetta from San Diego, California
WANTED TO SEE MORE SET DESIGN OF MAGNIFICENT PARIS!
I couldn't wait to take my Grand Daughter Avery to see this magical performance of
a classic play for her very speciai 13th birthday present. I had built up the evening
by taking her to a French dinner, French motif birthday presents in a French tote
bag...and then the actual performance with live orchestra (she was impressed). The
voices and dancing were amazing. Like other reviews, I didn't feel the chemistry
between Jerry & Lise, but what I missed most was beautiful background historical
landmarks of Paris actually staying in the scenes, tree lined streets, metro kiosks,
bridges with those beautiful streetlights over the Seine, etc. to help us feel we were
there. I too, wondered about the "love connection" and how it happened with Jerry
& Lise--needed to be a little more overt so audience could really feel it.. Being a
"Francophile" my expectations were probably on the higher side.
Daryl from Seattle, Washington
LOTS TO LIKE, BAD FIT FOR ME
I went into the show knowing nothing about it, but it turns out I knew many of the
songs. The costumes, set, and choreography were beautiful. I have very little
experience with ballet and had trouble appreciating the dancing elements (not my
cup of tea). However, my main issues with the play were some of the characters
themselves. Lise was very dour and cold. It was hard to understand why anyone but
Henry had much interest in her. Henry was a fun character, but the play constantly
toyed with the idea that he might be homosexual, then never went anywhere with it.
I didn't really get the interest between Lise and Jerry/Adam...either it wasn't built up
enough, or I just missed something. I'm willing to bet that a lot of the relationship
building was through the ballet portions. While I didn't enjoy it as much as other
plays, I still enjoyed it, and you probably will too.
Mary Prete from Chicago, Illinois
MISSING THE MUSIC
I was very excited about seeing An American in Paris but immediately
was saddened to see the small size of the orchestra. Many of the
orchestrations felt too thin,. When you are presenting such well known
pieces, the audience comes with an aural history and that was
disappointing. The sets were amazing, the company wonderful but I
felt the leads were lacking chemistry. There did not seem to be any
genuine affection between the two leads. It was impressive how
competently the leads sang. A good evening but my expectations were
higher based on the New York production.
Bjc from Rochester, New York
HMMM
Expected it to be more humorous if you love the ballet you'll love this
John from Detroit, Michigan
AMAZING SET / MEDIOCRE PERFORMANCE
We were very excited to see the performance (12/9) but left the
theater disappointed. The Opera House is a beautiful facility and the
set design and scene transitions were fixating. Unfortunately the
acting didn't live up to the set or the wonderful score. The leads, Jerry
and Lise, shared absolutely no chemistry. Lise was devoid of emotion
and Jerry struggled to show any real interest in Lise or a "relationship".
The characters of Andy, Henri and Milo were terrific - nicely acted with
strong vocals. It amounted to a nice evening out, albeit not very
memorable.
from Toronto, Ontario
AMERICAN IN PARIS
Excellent choreography . Beautiful dancing.
Okay acting...but absolutely horrible singing.
This is one you should miss.
from Toronto, Ontario
NOT PLEASED
We were so excited to see that American in Paris was part of the Mirvish package for this year. However the singing, the orchestra and the dancing left us cold. This is some of the most beautiful music ever written for a movie/play and it just fell flat for us. The dancing was beautiful, but disappointed that it was mostly ballet.
We attended the Sunday matinee on a very stormy day. The seats as always were good, and comfortable.
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