In a rare instance of an actual musical from DC's Shakespeare Theater - it is a fantastic production of Leonard Bernstein's classic musical. Director Mary Zimmerman adaptation of a 20th century classic, based on Voltaire’s satire. The story is episodic and for me reminded me of 'Barry Lyndon' as the storie(s) of Candide get more and more epic - the music itself is great and like Sondheim, it's also quite difficult, but the talented cast is more than apt in singing the challenging score. The sets are also inventive and with the larger newer Harmon Hall - props pop in and out to excellent effect. Highly recommended!
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