Musical
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mickeyNjudy — 20 years ago(September 05, 2005 10:04 AM)
The Spitfire Grill musical is a wonderful creation. I was actually introduced to the musical before I was aware of the film. The movie is much darker than the stage version, which is much lighter and happier. The musical premiered at Playwrights Horizons in New York City following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. While many other Broadway shows and theatres were suffering due to the attacks, this musical was selling out due to its inspirational nature. I had the pleasure of seeing this musical performed in Terre Haute, Indiana, a few months ago and got to meet the composer, James Valcq, at the performance. I will also be directing the Indianapolis premiere of this musical at Buck Creek Players in June of 2006.
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bkamberger — 20 years ago(November 07, 2005 06:50 AM)
when they seem right for the story. It seemed like they went out of their way to have Percy die in the film, and it didn't ring true to me. (Frankly, it didn't look very realistic either.) And I just didn't see the point, except to give the other characters a "wake up call" but they'd already had that without her death.
On the other hand, the play's ending is a little too cute and pat, and it doesn't really stand up to scrutiny either. Ah, well