Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).
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I have been writing on theater since 1982. A graduate from Manhattan College B.S. A member of Alpha Sigma Lambda, which recognizes excellence in both English and Science. I have produced 14 shows on and off Broadway. I've seen over700 shows
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Johnny Thunder
Johnny Thunders Once again on Tubi I saw another documentary worth watching, "Johnny Thunders". Born in 1952 in Queens, New York, John Genzali would grow to become one of the most influential guitarists in Rock, Punk Rock, New Wave and even acoustic guitar.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).about a month ago in Beat
Marjorie Prime
I first saw "Marjorie Prime" ten years ago at Playwrights Horizon. I thought the show was quite economical and interesting because the allure of AI was in the future. Fast forward to 2025 and AI is here and real. Jordan Harrison's play has now made its way to The Hayes Theater on Broadway and it has a great cast to help his vision with AI, death and longing.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 months ago in Beat
Blackbird
I have seen "Blackbird" three times, once on Broadway which starred Jeff Daniels and Michelle Williams, another time off off Broadway starring Scott MC Cord at the 17th st theater and last night I saw this Blackbird at Theatre 4 at Theatre Row.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 months ago in Critique
Queen of Versailles Lacks Depth
You have to even ask yourself: "why even put this show on, let alone put it on Broadway"! Opening on November 9th, this horrific show about glutinous Jackie Siegel, a Florida wanna be socialite was first a documentary back in 2012. Worse yet, Lauren Greenfield's documentary was award winning... so much for critiquing talent!
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).3 months ago in Critique
Theater Review.
Touring companies a lot of times are able to emulate the energy of the shows that once played on Broadway. I have seen many great musicals at the Morristown Performing Arts Center; "South Pacific" and "Murder Mystery" to name a few. The success of these two that I just mentioned had great acting, direction and fantastic staging.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).3 months ago in Beat
Moulin Rouge.
I revisited "Moulin Rouge" after many years of it running on Broadway with great success. Like many great musicals, "Moulin" has great staging presence. Set to a nightclub, the gaudy reds and velour stands out when you first walk into the theater.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).3 months ago in Art
BeetleJuice
"Beetlejuice" at the newly renovated Palace Theatre is a fun musical for the whole family. Like "Back To The Future", this show brings in audiences of all ages. At the matinee I attended the theater was packed with adults and wide eyed children.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).3 months ago in Beat
