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"If you attended the Cabaret Convention last fall at Town Hall, you will remember composer Wayne Moore and his wife, Brenda Silas-Moore who stopped the show with two songs: "A Big Woman Needs A Big Man" and "The Bette Davis Chorus". These two songs come from this intimate musical for which Moore wrote the music and lyrics and collaborated with Michael Greer on the book. The show involves five commuters who are stuck on the L.A. Freeway. The musical focuses on each character and his/her respective daydreams. The lyrics are witty and clever and telling about each of the characters. This was originally produced at Tom Rolla's Gardenia in Los Angeles and would make a welcome addition to cabaret/theatre pieces here in Manhattan, too! - CAB Magazine
"FREEWAY DREAMS (A New L.A. Musical) was staged in January 1992 in Los Angeles where it was directed by actor Michael Greer (The Gay Deceivers, Fortune And Men's Eyes) and had a four-month run. It's an unpretentious little show by Wayne Moore (Greer helped on the book, with one number by Moore and Jason Blume) who also played one of its five characters. They are commuters, stuck in freeway traffic, and as they wait for the gridlock to disperse they begin to daydream, their dreams emerging through songs such as 'Manic-Depressive Blues', 'A Big Woman Needs A Big Man', '...And A Pizza To Go', 'My Superman' and 'What If The Other Guy Wins?' These and other numbers like 'Doncha Wanna Know?' have often amusing lyrics (movie fans will love 'The Bette Davis Chorus'), occasionally hitting the mark in satirizing the L.A. lifestyle. The cast members - Moore, Lee Lucas, Bryan Miller, Brenda Silas-Moore and Deborah Tranelli, with director Greer heard as radio announcers - perform their numbers personably - Theater Week
"Wayne Moore is back in the studio working on a new album, which will be good news to his many fans in the L.A. area. But if you can't wait for the new work, pick up a copy of FREEWAY DREAMS, the cast recording of the cabaret show that ran for five months recently at the Gardenia. Wayne says that he wrote the show about an 'optimistic L.A.'. Sound bizarre? It's anything but. In essence, the show is about people stuck on the freeway, and the fantasies they have in their lives. 'Actually, they're stuck so long they end up in each others' fantasies, so there's lots of funny stuff', Wayne says. After writing lots of songs about Hollywood and not have a single place to showcase them, he came up with the show. After padding it with a few more songs, 'We crammed a piano, bass, drums and five singers onto that little stage at the Gardenia and just did it', he recalls. The CD itself features everything from the show, with the original cast, so if you didn't see it live, here's a great way to have your own Freeway Dream." - Drama-Logue
"Interesting concept - it was bound to happen someday. FREEWAY DREAMS
is an interesting portrayal of life in L.A. It has a few awesome
songs, as well as its share of second-rate ones. I highly recommend
it for the title song which appears [at] the show's beginning and
its end. - Amazon.com
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"WAYNE MOORE LAUNCHES NEW ALBUM IN STYLE AT THE GARDENIA - Wayne Moore
and his own Ducy Lee Recordings have announced and launched
their latest album Songs For Ex-Lovers And Wives featuring
all original songs by Moore. The album was kicked off with a fabulous
fete thrown by Tom Rolla and the Hollywood Gardenia to thank the
25 musicians and performers who participated in the project. This
all-star ensemble brings a wonderful variety of interpretations
to Moore's songs of love and loss ... all true stories, according
to Moore. 'I realized when I was compiling songs for this CD that I
could put a name next to every title,' he says. 'I wouldn't do that,
because I don't want any of them showing up at my door with a knife!
But they know who they are.' 
From the event, pictured here are many of the
performers who sang on the album (starting far left and clockwise)
Andy Stienlen (The Wandering Whore, Cyberqueer)
Jon Philip Alman (The Ballad of Little Mikey)
Bryan Miller (Oasis on Sunday nights) Mark W. Smith
and Jay Forman (Mikey) Jamie Anderson (Lullaby
Of Broadway) Wayne Moore (Freeway Dreams) and Brenda
Silas Moore (Wayne's long-time partner and ex-wife!) The album
also features performances by stars of Broadway and television including
Karen Morrow, Jill Eikenberry, Barbara Sharma, Bill Hutton and
Carolyn Mignini. The CD is distributed directly to stores by
Ducy Lee and is available at Aron's Records in Hollywood as well as
over the Internet at their brand-new website at www.ducylee.com. -
4-Front Magazine (1/98)
"WAYNE MOORE 'S EX-LOVERS AND WIVES ARE FOR EVERYONE TO ENJOY. The new, eagerly-awaited CD by Wayne Moore on his Ducy Lee Recordings label is now in record stores like Arons Records in Hollywood and at Different Light Bookstore in West Hollywood. And it's a CD you should add to your collection if you're a fan of show and cabaret songs. For here you will find the greatest array of cabaret stars ever to appear on one CD: Jamie Anderson, Jill Eikenberry, Bill Hutton, Lee Lucas, Carolyn Mignini, Bryan Miller, Karen Morrow, Jae Ross, Barbara Sharma, Brenda Silas-Moore and Mark Smith, and of course Wayne Moore himself, who wrote the songs. Many reading this know Wayne Moore through his many appearances in cabaret clubs locally and around the world, mostly as one-half of 'Wayne & Brenda' ... others may know Wayne for the original cast recording of his L.A. musical 'Freeway Dreams' and his CD 'Believer', both on Ducy Lee. His scores for shows include 'Good Morning, Hollywood', 'Much Moore', 'Hollywoodland', 'Music Drives Me Crazy' and 'Coffin Capers'. His song 'My Superman' was featured in the L.A. production of 'The Gay 90's'. Besides 'Ex-Lovers and Wives' and 'Believer'Moore's Ducy Lee label also includes the following CDs: 'Lee Lucas in 'The Big Strappin' Fag Show' and 'American Twistory' with words and music by Kevin Kaufman and John Everest. - 4-Front Magazine (2/98)
"Those interested in new material, either as listener or performer, should
check out Songs For Ex-Lovers And Wives ... a collection
of (mostly) ballads by Wayne Moore ('Freeway Dreams').
Moore explores the vagaries of love in 'Nothing I Do Will
Make You Mine', 'If Love Is Not Enough', 'Been There, Done That',
'Honest At Last' and 'Believer'. It's a plus these
and others are sung by Carolyn Mignini, Jill Eikenberry, Karen
Morrow, Bill Hutton, Barbara Sharma, and promising cabaret performers
such as Jamie Anderson, Mark W. Smith, Jae Ross, Bryan Miller,
Lee Lucas and Moore himself." - Show Music Magazine
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Young Men From Now - Leslie Uggams |
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"...Lucas also recorded his first CD last year, The Big Strappin' Fag Show: Cabaret 4 Homos (self-produced under the Ducy Lee banner with Wayne Moore) which is selling well in gay/lesbian bookstores and show-biz outlets. 'Many who have purchased it tell me they keep finding things which help them laugh at the same foibles in their lives. And a lot give it as gifts to those recently diagnosed with HIV - they feel it gives a positive image of someone living with the disease, giving some comfort and hope about coping with the obstacles'. So Lee Lucas is a man on the move!" - a&u magazine
"Big Strappin' Smash! This is a fun recital of some fab tunes! This man
can sing, but he is also funny!!! His rewrite of "I'm Still
Here" by Sondheim is smashing, and other tracks like "John And
Fred" and "50 Percent" are equally impressive. I heard the CD a long
time ago but just thought of it again and decided to buy a copy. It's
not snoozy, easy listening or overwrought Mandy Patinkin, it's simply
one of the best solo singer musical-theatre-laden CDs of recent years.
- Amazon.com
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Believer - Wayne Moore |
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Billy Barnes Revued, The Cinegrill - Joining legendary Barnes, "The Revue Master of Hollywood", with director David Galligan, once refered to as "The Julius Monk of the West Coast", was a most serendipitous decision, to say the least. The effect was explosive, only made better by Barnes himself onstage singing, playing piano, and even dancing a tad, just to prove hs still had it in him. Another performance which deserves a New York run ASAP. - Entertainment Today
"In its masterful blend of the nostalgic and the hip, the classy new Billy Barnes Revued is nothing less than grade-A cabaret. In bringing together the incomparable songwriting talents of Barnes (Mr Hollywood Revue himself), the musical and comedic gifts of a seasoned cast, and the exquisite showmanship of omnipresent director David Galligan, the Cinegrill witnesses a refreshing burst of old-fashioned Hollywood glory. The simple but potent formula combines six performers wearing basic black, Barnes serving up patter and piano accompaniment, and a grab bag of boffo songs from Barnes' past revues (and one new song) ... Barnes Revued is vaguely cemented by Barnes' brief but charming reminiscences of the songs' origins, but the selections are strong enough to satisfy with or without narration. Barnes' music and lyrics provide crackerjack vehicles for the superbly versatile cast. Dynamic Lauri Johnson, who combines a Rosemary Clooney appearance with a Dorothy Loudon brashness, is hilarious in a recurring series of 'whatever happened to...' vignettes (drive-in movies, Molly Ringwald, etc.) and offers a heartfelt interpretation of 'New Girl', the melancholy lament of a jilted wife. In Barnes' amusing new song, 'Who Am I?' the chameleon-like Craig Wasson expertly mimics movie star icons ranging from James Stewart to Jack Nicholson. Droll comedian Bret Shefter achieves a showstopper in the sardonic 'I've Never Attended At All', about a Hollywood newcomer who feels left out because he hasn't been invited to an orgy. Petite Hope Levy has her moment to shine in the haunting 'I'm The Only One'. Pixie-like Cindy Benson excels in both comic numbers ('Nervous') and wistful ballads ('Something Cool'). Rubber-faced Paul Ainsley brings down the house in a timely send-up of bisexual confusion ('Ambivalent'). Barnes also lends his jaunty singing prowess from time to time, most notably in his medley of sharp songs that affectionately satirize L.A. (such as 'Don't Call It La-La-Land'). Several group numbers also delight, including 'Marital Infidelity' (an ironic paean to mate-swapping), the spirited 'Dance, Dance, Dance', and the exuberant opener and closer, 'Do A Revue'. Wayne Moore's musical direction is first-class ... This lightning-paced, 75-minute show is so captivating, that the only disappointment is when it comes to an end". - Back Stage West
"For nearly forty years, composer/lyricist Billy Barnes has been the maestro of the revue genre. It is only fitting, in preparation for the millennium, he put together a review of his revues. Billy Barnes Revued: from past to present is an evening of mostly light comical ditties performed in solo, duet and company renditions with Barnes himself at the keyboard to chime in with friendly banter and an occasional vocal offering. A talented troupe sings about the likes of: women looking for respect in L.A. 'City Of The Angels' (Lauri Johnson, Cindy Benson and Hope Levy), men with girl troubles 'Foolin' Ourselves' (Craig Wasson & Bret Shefter), and a guy who's 'Ambivalent' (Paul Ainsley). The lite-n-lively bouncy-n-jivy mood is broken three times when each of the ladies take the solo spot in more serious and memorable moments, especially Johnson's 'New Girl'. This is cabaret fare of an old and treasured style which may not find favor with a younger crowd unfamiliar with Walter Brennen, Veronica Lake or Alice Faye, but for seasoned entertainment buffs, Revued is an evening of laughs, smiles, memories, toe-tapping and feel-good nostalgia." - After Dark
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"Billy Barnes first enjoyed fame with a series of musical revues. He went on to write special material for Danny Kaye, Judy Garland, Sonny & Cher and the Academy Awards telecasts. This album gathers together a collection of songs he has written to order over the years, most recorded by the artists who commissioned them. Enjoyment of the CD will depend upon one's fondness for this kind of material. It's tone is somewhat uniform but, at worst, one could only accuse Billy Barnes' Divas of being perhaps a little too much of a good thing. With one exception, Nancy Dussault's poignant 'Captain's Daughter', all the songs are humorous. Several exploit Barne's particular talent for pastiching other writers' work, with clever musical quotes or lyric snatches from familiar showtunes. The album's chief pleasure may be the opportunity to hear these talented women, most of whom are rarely if ever recorded. None of them disappoint. Eileen Barnett is particularly funny on one of the strongest numbers, 'The Valley', about a woman who moves to the San Fernando Valley with some reluctance but soon finds herself embracing the lifestyle. Karen Morrow gives her all to the seven minute marathon 'Show Voice' and Carole Cook enjoys herself to an almost indecent degree as the 'Queen of Equity Waiver'. Barnes proves himself no mean interpreter of his own material on 'Something Special', an attempt to explain his particular gift to the uninitiated. There are a couple of entertaining duets. Barnes and Jo Anne Worley exhibit genuine chemistry on 'A Great Idea' and Kay Cole and Barbara Sharma have great fun with 'Always A Bridesmaid', the lament of two musical theatre actresses doomed to a lifetime of second leads ('never Magnolia, Julie's my role ... but being drunk and boring isn't really my goal'). Cole also shines on a pair on numbers originally written for the late, great Juliet Prowse. Barnes own skillful piano accompaniments frame his Divas' vocals perfectly. His songs - and the women who sing them - are pure showbiz but the material is often deceptively clever and the album will appeal to those who enjoy good old-fashioned entertainment delivered with affection and zest." - CultureVulture.Net
"At the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel a couple of Wednesdays ago, where Ducy Lee Recordings hosted a preview party at The Cinegrill to introduce its CD Billy Barnes' Divas, there was a bevy of divas - Eileen Barnett, Kay Cole, Carole Cook, Nancy Dussault, Kathleen Freeman, Jane A. Johnston, Karen Morrow and Barbara Sharma (divas B.J. Ward and Jo Anne Worley being busy elsewhere) - clustered around the grand piano where Billy Barnes sat beaming like a beatific leprechaun a few days short of St. Patrick's Day. Ducy Lee producer Wayne Moore hailed Barnes' contributions to cabaret and theater music, noting, however, that he has been '...one of the least recorded of our great musicians.' Kathleen Freeman introduced Barnes as '...a great American composer, who writes frivolous, silly lyrics with depth and interesting ideas about life.' Natty in black suit and neat white turtleneck, Barnes beamed even more broadly and responded, 'My God! I feel like I've died or something' as he launched into a song explaining what he does: 'Whatever it is I do, right now, I'm doin' it - Special Material!' For more than 25 years Barnes has provided just that, special material, for Academy Awards shows, Super Bowl specials, nightclub acts, and countless television variety shows. His Billy Barnes Revues, popular in New York, London, Scotland and Miami, were Hollywood highlights in the '50s and '60s. His affectionate Movie Star spoof, a gentler version of the Forbidden Hollywood genre, had a long run at the Westwood Playhouse starring some of the same singer/actresses featured on the new CD. Barnes has a special rapport with his divas, which was apparent in the warmth of Eileen Barnett's introduction to The Valley and in the song itself: ('This woman got married/And moved to the Valley...'). Barnes explained, 'Beautiful Eileen starred in my revue Movie Star, she was a soap star on Days Of Our Lives, and she did move to the Valley when she married actor Bruce French.' Jane A. Johnston, chic, svelte, and sophisticated in charcoal gray with a built-in small boa of feathers (ostrich? osprey? coq?) sang a topical number about 'A Little Lift/A tiny tuck.' Incomparable Carole Cook ('hysterically funny and an amazing friend', in Barnes words) delivered I'm The Queen Of Equity Waiver, the song he wrote for her appearance at a Los Angeles Theater Critics awards show. Elegant in black set off with a rhinestone dragonfly pin big as any you will ever see, her nasturtium-colored hair in a decorated chignon and her incredible eyes calling to mind a once-popular song, - 'Jeepers Creepers, Wheredya get them peepers?' - where else are you going to look? Cook's way with a barbed sally, risque ad lib, pointed bon mot is delicious." - Backstage West
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"And now on to a few discs which you might not have seen but are fun to listen to. I recently discovered a small label from California which issues original cast albums of small "revues". One that caught my eye is titled There's No Place Like Hollywood (Ducy Lee Recordings). In the vein of the series of "Forbidden Broadway" revues still running in New York, this show pokes fun at the mannerisms of celebrities. The plot device (described in the liner notes) is corny but the 20 songs present a "short history of Hollywood". There is sufficient fun made of Busby Berkeley movies, Mae West, and Carmen Miranda to tickle the funnybone of any fan of these entertainment icons. Jeanette McDonald and Nelson Eddy get ribbed also. And the fate of minority actors in early films is entertainingly, and honestly, addressed as the Hattie McDaniel character sings "Listen To Mammy". More recent stars like Elvis and James Dean appear later in the show. Performed cabaret style (meaning keyboards - played here by the show's composer Wayne Moore - and percussion), the lyrics are clear and the cast's voices are pretty. It's a delightful find! - Steve Ramm, IN THE GROOVE
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"Nine guys, all naked, singing lots of fun, campy and sometimes serious musical theatre dittys. Sounds like a good evening to me. Such is the scenario of a brash, new and very gay revue that played to critical raves earlier this year in L.A., now captured on this original cast recording. What easily could have been a bad joke that went a long, long way and written off as another gimmicky play on the naked-boy concept, is actually a clever, exhilaratingly entertaining and irresistibly delicious original musical treat. Sure, some of it's silly and simplistic, but that's part of it's charm. And in this pretty, muscle-boy world we live in, the question of whether nudity is really a "window to the soul" (a theme in the show) is appropriate. This isn't one of those talentless porn star headlined sucker shows. Conceived by Robert Schrock, the show features a bevy of beautiful actors whose vocal talents are impressive and in-line with some of Broadway's best. Their strong, masterful voices project loud and clear and do justice to the original and melodic tunes of the various composers and lyricists who contributed to the show's creation - 11 in all. The 15 musical numbers are clever, witty, and often substansive - not exactly what you'd expect from a show called "Naked Boys Singing!" From the first song, Gratuitious Nudity, you know what you're in for. Fight The Urge is a hilarious gem about three gay high school boys trying not to get hard-ons in the locker room, while Bliss Of A Bris is a sassy tune about being the guest of honor at a bris - that's a circumcision for the Jewish impaired. Not all of it is beefcake and buns, though; the show does have its serious moments. In Mark Savage's moving Stripped, the dehuminization of AIDS is the focus, while the touching Kris, Look What You've Missed finds Steve Gideon lamenting over a lost love in a gorgeous musical monologue, reminiscent of 1995's AIDS musical "Falsettoland." "Naked Boys Singing" is a refreshing reprieve and a welcome addition at a time when finding ripe musical theatre gems to sing along to at home are becoming fewer and farther apart. So take off your clothes and enjoy the release. - J.L.N. Frontiers
"The show does nicely on CD; despite the absence of nudity it makes for
a very catchy, listenable collection of songs. And you
get to hear the guys perform songs that were written for them
so you get the best performances of these songs to date.
Grab a copy of this one! ... It's a testament to clever songwriting,
solid musical direction and a cast that is up to the challenge of
bringing the material to life ... Saw this show in Chicago twice and
had to have this disc. After several months of waiting I was finally
able to purchase this L.A. recording. The wait was worth it.
These guys are really fine singers and convey the electricity of the
show superbly. The musical numbers range from solos to chorus pieces
and are accompanied by a fabulous piano player. The variety of
songs is great, too; they are funny, raunchy and touching. Recording
quality is clear and upfront. Highly recommended.- buyers'
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"This CD presents 12 songs distilled from singer, songwriter and composer Andy Belling's 30-year musical profession. The well-chosen songs (with styles ranging from hip-hop and salsa to lullaby) are bright, whimsical and imaginative, whether dealing with hats, mice, or creative playtime. Belling is an ingratiating performer with an inviting sense of humor and solid musical talent. - Paul Shackman BOOKLIST MAGAZINE
"Children's music is thriving, due in large part to the recent contributions of independent record labels. Another indie release, Just Kidding by Andy Belling, is a collection of songs that Belling wrote for other projects, including Disney's syndicated series "Sing Me A Story With Belle" and the innovative Disney series "Fun With Spanish". It's an easygoing, mostly gentle musical romp through some delightful songs. Styles vary from Broadway to pop to lullaby. The musical arrangements are tasteful and Belling's voice is pleasing. Fred Koch PEDIAMEDIA
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"My
husband and I met while listening to you sing one night. On
our next trip (our honeymoon!) we bought your CD. We listen
to it practically every day. We named 'It Might As Well Be Spring'
'our song'. Thank you so much for your wonderful music"
"Your piano bar nights were the highlights
of my Atlantis trip! Bravo!"
"I love the range and scope of your repertoire. What a special treat you are! Thank you for making my vacation so special.
I'm your biggest fan. Don't
let anyone tell you different!"
"I wake up every morning to your CD. 'Everything
Old Is New Again' is the perfect way to start the day!"
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"This is more
like it! These are the songs I wanted on the last piano bar CD!!"
"Thank you, Wayne,
for making this second album. I haven't taken it out of my car
CD player since I got home. I can't believe you do all the
ladies in 'The Cell Block Tango'! And the song from Wicked
makes me cry every time. Thanks, again."
"My favorite
thing on the CD is your medley of songs from the 1960's. It
brings back a lot of memories. My son's favorite song is "I Believe
I Can Fly" and he says you do a great job of it."
"Great voice,
great arrangements, great piano playing. How can you go wrong?"
"Just finished listening to your CD, Moore Piano Bar. Excellent, as usual. I especially like the songs 'Come To The Party,' 'The Sixties Medley,' [LOVE IT11 - I play it over and over again - drives John nuts!} 'On Stage' and the medley from 'Gypsy. I think your rendition of 'There's A Fine, Fine Line' from Avenue Q is excellent. It's very moving, with a lot of feeling in the music.'
"...an amazing CD that was written, arranged and produced Wayne Moore. [He] was so inspired that he created a brilliant Metaphysical album that transcends any religious belief you may have. He captured so much emotion, entertainment and joy into his creation.... it should be heard by EVERYONE!! The portrait on the cover was painted by the marvelous (& Famous) artist Susan Rios. Get your copy today! You will not be disappointed." - Bill Walker, producer H&G TV
"Wayne Moore's "What My Heart Already Knows"...every song stirs the heart strings of remembrance of our Devine Intention to soar and blossom." - Rev. Dr. Charles Geddis, minister Montebello Church of Religious Science
"This CD has been in my car since I first received it just before Christmas, and I have logged over 800 miles listening to the same music over and over again, and yet, each time I hear the cut about the "Universal Song" ["I Hear Something"] it's as though I am hearing it for the first time and my eyes well up with tears. The whole album is inspired." - Rev. Dr. Maureen Hoyt, minister of the Granada Hills Center For Positive Living
I finally had a chance to listen to "What the Heart Already Knows" and really enjoyed it. You have written some really lovely tunes. - BRAVO! - Lee Lessack, LML Music
"I just finished listening to your new CD and my first thoughts were that it captured the essence of Wayne Moore! So many people record things and try to be everything but who they are. Maybe because I know you I'm thinking this, but I believe that anyone who listens to the CD will know you! That's a trait missing in most music recorded today." - Ralph Sappington, Evangiline Music Corporation
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"Move over, 'Annie,' there's a new musical in town. Watch out, Broadway, 'Little Green Men' are headed your way" - Steven Lieberman, Culver City Observer
"A boisterous musical set in ... a time when things were a little simpler; when radio was the entertainment of the day. This show is an enjoyable family affair. The catchy, innovative music embellished with slapstick humor makes for funny stuff. The whole family should see this charming play." - Melinda Calvert, The L.A Easy Reader
"This musical ... is a very witty stage piece, full of amusing episodes, slapstick happenings, and a cast of characters that are just as comical as its story line. It offers every example that a musical should present: a music score with tunes that are catchy, upbeat and compliment the entire mood throughout. There's plenty of tricks and treats in store for everyone on a Halloween eve that no one will ever forget. That's what gives this production its delightful appeal. It never takes itself seriously ... so every bit of it is hilarious. It is one of those musical gems that is funny, delectable, a bit silly and best of all, very family friendly. A show that one can take your kids to, ... It's good to know that such musicals as this one still exist within the theatre world." - Rich Borowy, Linear Cycle/Accessibility Live
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Although this CD had not yet been submitted for review, American Airlines has added it to their onflight playlist. I received an e-mail from someone I don't know in Hawaii who heard the CD flying home and took the time to look me up on the internet and write to tell me how much he like the CD! In my opinion, that's the best review you can get.
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