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arts2 years ago

'Harmony' by Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman to Conclude Broadway Run

Barry Manilow's musical "Harmony," based on the true story of the Comedian Harmonists, a German sextet that clashed with the Nazi regime, will conclude its Broadway run on Feb. 4 after an abbreviated stint. Despite a quarter-century in the making and successful Off Broadway production, the show, which has not recouped its $15 million capitalization, struggled to draw audiences and faced mixed reviews. Its closure reflects broader concerns about the post-pandemic Broadway landscape, with other productions also facing challenges amid high production costs and lower audience numbers.

via The New York Times|
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entertainment2 years ago

"Barry Manilow's 'Harmony' on Broadway: A Review of Overly Earnest Songs"

Barry Manilow's musical "Harmony" opens on Broadway, telling the true story of the Comedian Harmonists, a popular singing group in 1930s Europe that was disbanded by the Nazis due to some members being Jewish. The musical, which Manilow and Bruce Sussman have been working on since the 1990s, follows the rise of Nazism and the group's forced dissolution. While the cast and production are impressive, the musical struggles to sustain interest with its formulaic songs and lack of intrinsic appeal from the Harmonists themselves. However, it does highlight the false sense of national harmony and the dangers of prejudice and violence.

via The Washington Post|
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entertainment2 years ago

"Barry Manilow's Long-Awaited Broadway Dream Comes True with 'Harmony'"

After nearly 30 years of setbacks and delays, Barry Manilow's Broadway musical "Harmony," which he composed with longtime collaborator Bruce Sussman, is finally set to open at the Ethel Barrymore Theater. The musical tells the story of the Comedian Harmonists, a singing group torn apart by the rise of Nazism and World War II. Despite previous attempts and financial setbacks, the show has received positive responses during recent runs and is now scheduled to open on November 13.

via The New York Times|
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