Broadway Musical 42nd Street comes to Huntsville
the cast of 42nd Street sings and dances to “We’re in the Money” (photo provided by BTL)
HUNTSVILLE- The New York-based production of 42nd Street arrives in Huntsville this weekend and delivers loads of fun. Patrons braved inclimate weather Friday night as the show made its debut in Huntsville at the VBC Concert Hall.
The musical comedy is best known for the ballroom and tap dancing scenes but also delivers swing music, singing, and dramatic acting. Set in 1933 the story follows a troupe of dancers and their hard driving director Julian Marsh.
The 16 women and 8 men that make up the ensemble are the true stars of the show as they go through about a dozen costumes, singing and dancing familiar tunes like “We’re in the Money” and “Lullaby of Broadway”.
Showtimes for the two and half hour shows are Sat at 2 pm and 8 pm and Sunday at 1:30 and 6:30 pm.
“42nd Street is a classic Broadway show with a lot of tap dancing and everyone knows the music,” said Wil Elrick the Marketing and Development Director for the BTL. “Our season ticket holders have been really looking forward to it and a lot of new people will be introduced to the show while it is here.”
The show is a true musical with 13 songs is the first act alone followed up by big production numbers in the final act including “Shuffle off to Buffalo” and “42nd Street”.
A nine piece orchestra heavy with saxophones, clarinets, and trumpets provide music throughout the show.
Tickets are available for the remaining shows and the BTL has a ticket recycling program for anyone with a last minute change of plans. The booth is located at the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall entrance.
The BTL season continues with “Once” Jan. 27 weekend, an Irish love story set in a bar. In Feb. international hit Riverdance will make its debut in Huntsville. Cinderella is set for March.
Elrick is looking forward to another musical “Motown” in October to wrap up the season.
On the job for about a year after working at Fox 54 television station, Elrick brought the music of “Jersey Boys” last year which set a record with five sellout shows. He thinks Motown can be equally popular.
