CINDERELLA

     Kathryn Brunner & Rebecca Robbins

 

Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street is presenting CINDERELLA through its now extended date of December 31, 2022. Originally written for television, this Rogers and Hammerstein’s musical has been updated to include messages of kindness and care for the common folk of the prince’s realm. This production is an absolute delight for audiences of all ages. My 14-year-old granddaughter who has grown up with the theatre since attending the WST children’s theatre as a tot, was enamored with the sets , the costumes, the dancing, and the music. Kathryn Brunner is a marvelous Cinderella. With wondrous stage presence, a beautiful smile, and a gorgeous voice, she sings many solos as well as duets with Prince Topher ( Brent Thiessen ), Marie ( Rebecca Robbins) and songs with Madame (Mary Martello) and her stepsisters. Not only are the solos and duets delightful, but the ensemble numbers are also incredible both vocally and with the beautiful choreography of Gerry McIntyre. The most astounding moments of the production are the two times that Marie takes a wand, tells  CINDERELLA to twirl around and her everyday dress becomes a ballgown. It defies explanation! For more information or tickets to this amazing show, call 215-574-3550 or 800-982-2787, or visit online at www.walnutstreettheatre.org or ticketmaster.com.