Today we had the opportunity to see a unique and captivating show by the Marquee Theater Company. Songs for a new world, with music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, tells the stories of 2 men and 2 women trying to achieve their hopes and dreams.
This intimate musical has a very simple production. The set consisted of a cityscape and a pair of black stairs that were moved throughout the show. The actors wore black boots, jeans and denim tops. The focus was on their personal journeys as told through the songs.
All the performers had beautiful voices that expressed hope, heartbreak, bitterness and humor. They sang of love lost and found and dreams dashed. Also appearing on stage were dancers that expressed the singer’s inner emotions and played the parts of love interests.
Songs for a new world is playing now through December 20th at the Next Level Performing Arts Black Box. Tickets are $28 each and $18 for students. Upcoming performances include Jekyll & Hyde and Footloose at the West Boca Performing Arts Theater and Nunsense at Next Level.
