CINDERELLA at the Broadway Theatre

(Seen April 10, 2013)


An unexpected pleasure, especially for adults, is this new version of the Rodgers and Hammerstein fairy tale --- all credit due to a new book by Douglas Carter Beane, and the attitude of director Mark Brokaw.

This is a clever, tongue-in-cheek look an old, old story, made delicious fun by its most engaging cast.  Laura Osnes offers a charming performance, and is in top form in this singing/acting/dancing role. And Santino Fontana, playing the reluctant prince with a shy/sly wink, sings his heart out in  a stellar performance.

Victoria Clark adds her charms and fine talents, heading a large and excellent supporting cast.  There is fun and intelligence in this happy production.  It's fine family fare that's no longer aimed strictly for children.