What's Happening - Kinky Boots, The Review
Last week I shared my excitement about the musical "Kinky Boots" coming to Austin. Well, I am happy to report that the show did not disappoint! The music, the cast, the sets, the story... everything was wonderful.
Unlike some of the shows I have seen recently, I knew none of the music going in other than that it was composed by Cyndi Lauper. It is a terrific score ranging from big, flashy drag show performances to tender songs about what it is to be misunderstood. The show is touching, tender, and crazy, wild fun!The Harvey Fierstein script tells the tale of a young man, Charlie, reinventing himself as he reinvents his family business. A chance meeting with Lola/Simon brings light and direction into Charlie's world. The two men find that they have more in common than differences as they look at the weight that the expectations of society, and more specifically their fathers, has put on them.It is not too late to see the show! It's playing this weekend and I highly recommend it.
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WHO: Lexus Broadway in Austin presented by Texas Performing ArtsWHAT: Premiere of Kinky Boots WHEN: November 10 – 15, 2015Tuesday – Friday at 8 p.m.; Saturday at 2 p.m & 8 p.m.; Sunday at 1 p.m. & 7 p.m.WHERE: Bass Concert Hall / 2350 Robert Dedman Drive / Austin, TXTICKETS: Start at $30. Tickets are available at BroadwayinAustin.com, the Bass Concert Hall box office, all Texas Box Office Outlets, by phone at (512) 477-6060. For groups of 10 or more, call (877) 275-3804 or email Austin.groups@broadwayacrossamerica.com.