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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

WONDERFUL, Sep 17, 2008

reviewer: HDAD from Cincinnati, Ohio - See all reviews by HDAD

I'm sitting at my PC this morning still basking in the glow of South Pacific, which I saw last night. The show was fabulous; undoubtedly one of the best I've seen in a long time. My seat was perfect (5 rows back, just right of center and about 10 feet from the stage, just above eye level - incredible). The cast, Kelly O'Hara as Nellie, Paulo Czot (a Brazilian opera singer) as Emile and Matthew Morrison as Lt. Cable, were all suberb, bringing rich voices and subtle nuances to their roles.

The set was minimalist yet perfect and the music was culled from Richard Rodgers original score and was presented with a full 30 piece orchestra. The stage was actually right over the pit which brought the action very up close and personal. I met a couple at intermission who saw the original production back in '49 with Mary Martin. They were now in their early 80s and had made a special trip into the city. It was a privilege to meet them and hear their thoughts about the original production.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

An unbelievable experience, Apr 16, 2008

reviewer: John Asmussen from Henderson, NV - See all reviews by John Asmussen

I managed to wrangle two tickets for this magnificent production one evening last week. I can honestly say I have never enjoyed a Broadway musical more. The singing, the sets, the energy of the cast, and the rich score beautifully interpreted by the huge (by Broadway standards) orchestra, and the incredible voices of Paulo Szot and Kelli O'Hara all combined to make for an unforgettable evening. It was truly "Some enchanted evening," and I haven't stopped humming the tunes ever since...

4 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

Please cut the smoking, Apr 08, 2009

reviewer: DC from USA - See all reviews by DC

I saw this production last night and liked it. I thought the orchestra was fantastic. The only bad thing I have to say is that you really need to take out the cigarette smoking in the production. It was really offesive and I really feel you do not need to have this in any production.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

Breathtaking!, Apr 12, 2008

reviewer: Anonymous from Anytown, AT 55555 - See all reviews by Anonymous

I never knew the original South Pacific but I grew up watching and loving the movie! This 50 uear old revival is breathtakingly beautiful and poignant even for today! The music takes your breath away. The serious undertones of the plot are perfectly interspersed with an outstanding performance by the show's funny man, and there are moments where you can't help but shout out in joy! Truly one of the best theater experiences I have had in years!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

BEST BEAUTIFUL EVER, Jun 04, 2008

reviewer: Susan Jackson from San Francisco, CA - See all reviews by Susan Jackson

I have seen a LOT of theatre, and prefer the heavy stuff, but knowing that Bartlett Sher directed this (HE DID AWAKE AND SING!) I took a chance, saw a preview, had the best seat in the Center and cried all the way through. I even got a letter to the editor published in the New York Times as a result of this musical (inspired by an article by Frank Rich). WHATEVER YOU DO IN YOUR LIFE, DON"T MISS THIS! THIS IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SHOW I HAVE EVER WITNESSED! ever, and that includes Royal Shakespeare Co, Kevin Spacey (sorry Kevin) and Vanessa Redgrave (sorry Ms. Redgrave!)

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