CHESS at the Imperial Theatre, New York

The musical CHESS is one that has a very special place in my heart. Since the time I first heard it’s most recognized hit, “One Night in Bangkok” on the radio circa 1986, that would have been enough. When I found out it was from a new London musical, I was intrigued enough to buy … Read more

Mamma Mia at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Thirty years ago, on their third attempt, and up and coming Swedish vocal group with a distinctive style won the celebrated Eurovision music competition with an original ditty called “Waterloo”. Having the good forethought to perform the song in English, it became not just a European novelty but a global sensation, landing them on the … Read more