Dan Marois

2 months ago | broadwayworld.com | Dan Marois

The Seacoast Rep’s season opener of “Sister Act” is a joyous explosion of glitter, gospel, and loads of fun with a convent full of nuns. It is strangely magical that audiences love shows that take playful jabs at nuns. Remember “Late Night Catechism,” a nostalgic visit with a substitute teacher in a parish catechism class that’s highly interactive.

Dec 4, 2024 | broadwayworld.com | Dan Marois

Disney's “Frozen,” the beloved animated film, has successfully made its way to the stage at The Music Hall in Portsmouth with an enchanting production, delivering a visually stunning and emotionally resonant experience. The movie version of “Frozen,” inspired many a youngster, especially little girls, who dreamed of becoming one of the characters, Elsa and Anna.

Nov 30, 2024 | broadwayworld.com | Dan Marois

Paula Poundstone, a master of observational humor and quick wit, took the stage with her signature disarming charm and outrageously oversized zoot suit at Jonathan’s, in Ogunquit, one of her regular New England performance locations on Friday evening. With a stand-up career that began some 45 years ago, Poundstone continues to be a fixture in the comedy world with a vigorous touring schedule.

Nov 19, 2024 | broadwayworld.com | Dan Marois

I first saw the musical “Cats” in a professional theater many years ago. The cast was centered more on showing off their costumes and looking great, rather than being entertaining. The dancing was routine, at best, and the vocals were forgettable. I dubbed the show as the worse musical ever written. After seeing “Cats” at the Seacoast Repertory Theatre, my viewpoint has been changed forever. This production is spectacular.

Oct 8, 2024 | broadwayworld.com | Dan Marois

Seacoast Repertory Theatre's production of “Lizzie” is a mind blowing, electrifying journey into the heart of an historical New England mystery that took place in Fall River, Massachusetts. The show is based on the infamous Lizzie Borden case of 1892 (Remember “Lizzie Borden had an ax and gave her mother 40 whacks”), delves into the complexities of societal expectations and the power of female rage.