Wednesday, April 18, 2018

Pie

P is for Pie.   When you walk out of Waitress, the musical, you will want a slice of pie.  I'm not even a "pie" person, and I wanted some pie. This touring production of a Broadway show was heavenly. Good story (based on the movie starring Keri Russell). Great singing (tunes by Sara Bareilles). Good acting. And just a fun theater experience. I was lucky to see this at a matinee in Dallas.

Jenna is in a rather loveless marriage. She was too young and now feels trapped since she's pregnant. Earl is abusive. But her job at Joe's Pies allows her to create and vent. Her grouchiest customer is Joe himself and thank goodness she treats him right. Her best friends at the diner are Becky and Dawn.

The show is about grit and determination. It's about taking no crap and taking care of yourself. It's about dreams and making those dreams come true.

The soundtrack is fabulous.  Fun,  excellent show.    Sugar, Flour, Butter..........that's the key to making dreams come true.

10 comments:

  1. Hi Joanne - love your review here ... as simple and as joyful as pie itself ... must have been a lovely time - cheers Hilary

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    1. it was splendid. You would enjoy it and then want some pie afterward

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  2. Sounds like a grand show indeed. Seen the movie way back, never knew they made it into a musical.

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  3. This sounds like great fun. I'm sure I would enjoy this one.

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    1. keep your eye out for the touring production. Great voices

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  4. It certainly sounds fun Joanne, thanks for sharing.

    Yvonne.

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  5. I've seen ads for this musical. I think it's going to be in Boston.

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