NYTimes review of LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA OBCR

[Barihunk]

Posted: 5/24/05 at 8:23am

My memory may be failing but I can't remember the last time the Times published an OBCR review. In any case, great review and great publicity for this beautiful score/show.


LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA OBCR REVIEW

[MusicMan]

Posted: 5/24/05 at 10:08am

The most romantic score since West Side Story? That statement alone renders this "review" worthless as criticism.

[bwaysinger]

Posted: 5/24/05 at 10:16am

Well, MusicMan, your inability to back up why you believe that makes your statement pretty worthless as criticism, too.

[baddadnpa]

Posted: 5/24/05 at 10:17am

Maria, One Hand, One Heart, Somewhere, I Have A Love, Tonight, even Something's Coming in the context of the show - pretty romantic songs to me.

Updated On: 5/24/05 at 10:17 AM

[lvpblues]

Posted: 5/24/05 at 1:14pm

I think it's a well written review and encapsulates a great deal of the critic's knowledge. Remember, it is an educated opinion by a professional. I know some of us don't agree with critics all the time nor believe that true, but that's what this is supposed to be at any rate.

Personally, I think Piazza is an incredibly romantic score: I'm not sure what I would go back to for comparison, but I don't think there's been anything quite as impressive as this in a couple decades. The overture itself is gorgeous. But I'm equally blown away by the individual songs. Every one possesses and entrancing melody - I feel like every time I listen to the score I'm swept away to Firenze. I know that sounds idiotic, but I really find validity in Mr. Holden's comments.

[sparky310]

Posted: 5/24/05 at 3:20pm

in terms of romance..it compares to A Little NIght music..its lush and rich and full of not only contradiction but pain and confusion..like life.
LOVE IT

Posted: 5/24/05 at 3:30pm

This is what I'd call a "Money review"! It's remarkable positive, and it's amazing that the NYTimes is even reviewing a cast album! I think it make LITP the front runner for a Best Score Tony at the very least!

[lvpblues]

Posted: 5/24/05 at 4:16pm

I agree Sparky, A Little Night Music may be the closest musical for a comparison.

[Mister Matt]

Posted: 5/24/05 at 5:16pm

"The most romantic score since West Side Story? That statement alone renders this 'review' worthless as criticism."

Turn the Victrola off.