Opened: April 12, 2018
Book & Lyrics by: Oscar Hammerstein II
Music by: Richard Rodgers
Broadway Revival Cast: Renée Fleming, Joshua Henry, Jessie Mueller, Margaret Colin, Alexander Gemignani, Lindsay Mendez, Brittany Pollack, Amar Ramasar, John Douglas Thompson, Yesenia Ayala, Nicholas Belton, Colin Bradbury, Andrei Chagas, Leigh-Ann Esty, Laura Feig, David Michael Garry, Garrett Hawe, Rosena M. Hill Jackson, Amy Justman, Jess LeProtto, Skye Mattox, Matt Meigs, Anna Noble, Adriana Pierce, Rebecca Pitcher, David Prottas, Craig Salstein, Ahmad Simmons, Antoine L. Smith, Erica Spyres, Ryan Steele, Ricky Ubeda, Scarlett Walker, Jacob Keith Watson & William Youmans
A classic Rodgers & Hammerstein show gets a beautiful revival that captures the audience with every move.
Carousel barker Billy Bigelow (Joshua Henry) falls for Julie Jordan (Jessie Mueller). Both lose their jobs and have a volatile relationship, but their love prevails. When a fatal accident happens, Billy is given a second chance to change his family’s life.
From the start of the show, it’s clear that Justin Peck’s choreography is the pulse that brings the show to life. Every step has purpose making it the most beautiful dance show during its time on Broadway.
While all the actors are fantastic in their roles, Mueller and Lindsay Mendez (as Carrie) stand out. Mueller brings strength to Julie, while Mendez shines every moment she’s on stage.
Final say: This production breathes new life to an old production. ★★★★☆
