Top 10 Musicals of 2006

10. FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: SVU
The laughs were non-stop to the point of being painful, but it was worth it to see these shows spoofed and lampooned
with such good humor & taste.

9. COMPANY, Winthrop Playmakers
This was one of those times that the marriage of director and cast got it. By keeping the story circa 1970, the true pain
and agony of being single and lonely came through thanks to the talent of such an ensemble.

8. JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, North Shore Music Theatre
Praises were sung - and rightfully so for maintaining the original integrity of this masterpiece.

7. HAIRSPRAY, North Shore Music Theatre
Director/Choreographer Barry Ivan welcomed us to the 60's in this fantastic and fun spectacle.

6. MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT, Colonial Theatre
This production was every bit hilarious as promised, even for those who do not follow the TV show & movies intensely.

5. WICKED, The Opera House
What a beautiful, spectacular experience this was. The outstanding actors, the lively score and the multi-layered book defied gravity.

4. CAROLINE, OR CHANGE, Speakeasy
What more can be said? They brought this extraordinary musical to life, and our Caroline knew how to rock our world!

3. 1776, Lyric Stage
Who knew that the signing of the Declaration of Indepence could be so much fun? A lively cast made this musical exciting and entertaining.

2. THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE, The Wilbur Theatre
The new Chorus Line. Audiences love to see real people put themselves on the line and reveal the backstory behind an exciting competion.

1. CHILDREN OF EDEN, Stoneham Youth Company
The Performance of the Year. Everyone in the cast and crew got it. They just got it. The production was moving and intoxicating; the level of maturity and professional from the "youth" raised the bar for the theatre world. The sets and the lighting were intelligent and impressive. The musical direction re-defined "brilliant". Many, many congratulations to the director who provided an outstanding and inspirational evening.
This will be recorded as one of the best theatrical experiences. Ever.