We went to see the show Drumstuck on Sunday and were bowled over by the artistry, talent, joy and energy of this performance at Dodger Stages on West 50th Street.
Wow! An incredible group of young drummers/dancers from South Africa inhabit the stage which is designed to resemble a village clearing. All sorts and sizes of conga drums are scattered about and it is these, obviously, which are the focal point of the evening. Oh yes, by the way, each and every member of the audience has their own drum as well.
The drumming was out of sight (out of hearing?) - fabulous, wundebar! On top of that, the audience is invited to participate. What great fun and what a great sound! Through a combination of cheerleading, mime and dance which has been finely honed, the drummers lead us in sophisticated rhythms on our own drums. And it really works: audience and performers in total harmony!
If you get a chance, this is one great evening out. And kids will love it as well as we adults (and there were plenty of children in the audience).
I walked into the theater exhausted from a lack of sleep the night before. I walked out exhilarated and refreshed from the joy and excitement of this wonderful show.
Drumstuck - Don't miss it!
1 comment:
You were paid to write such a glowing review.
I now have this wonderful picture of you and Stace
on your touches after being bowled over.
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