After 54 years, 'South Pacific' is back on Broadway - General Tiki

I ikitnrev Tiki Socialite D.C. / Virginia Joined: Jul 27, 2002 Posts: 1325	I ikitnrev Posted posted on Tue, Apr 8, 2008 7:45 AM The muscial 'South Pacific' is enjoying a revival on Broadway at the Lincoln Center, with mostly very good reviews. The Washington Post called the production 'intoxicating' and the New York Times reviewer stated "I know we’re not supposed to expect perfection in this imperfect world, but I’m darned if I can find one serious flaw in this production." The last time 'South Pacific' was performed on Broadway was in January 1954 - the final month of its original 5-year performance run. The production features a 30 piece orchestra - quite large in today's day, so I can only imagine how good songs such as 'Bali Hai' will sound. If you live near New York City, or are planning a trip to the city, by all means try to get tickets for this show. It is truly one of the main inspirations for the rise of Polynesian Pop culture in the 1950's, and I do consider seeing 'South Pacific' a must-do activity for anyone who is into the tiki culture. I was fortunate to see a wonderful production here in the DC area that also impressed me, and now I've found a big reason to visit New York. The show is currently selling tickets through January 2009 - order your tickets early, splurge for the best seats you can (top prices are $120 per ticket).... chances are you won't regret it. Vern

The muscial 'South Pacific' is enjoying a revival on Broadway at the Lincoln Center, with mostly very good reviews. The Washington Post called the production 'intoxicating' and the New York Times reviewer stated "I know we’re not supposed to expect perfection in this imperfect world, but I’m darned if I can find one serious flaw in this production."

The last time 'South Pacific' was performed on Broadway was in January 1954 - the final month of its original 5-year performance run.

The production features a 30 piece orchestra - quite large in today's day, so I can only imagine how good songs such as 'Bali Hai' will sound.

If you live near New York City, or are planning a trip to the city, by all means try to get tickets for this show. It is truly one of the main inspirations for the rise of Polynesian Pop culture in the 1950's, and I do consider seeing 'South Pacific' a must-do activity for anyone who is into the tiki culture. I was fortunate to see a wonderful production here in the DC area that also impressed me, and now I've found a big reason to visit New York.

The show is currently selling tickets through January 2009 - order your tickets early, splurge for the best seats you can (top prices are $120 per ticket).... chances are you won't regret it.

Vern

Post #372410 by ikitnrev on Tue, Apr 8, 2008 7:45 AM