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Les Misérables at Marcus Performing Arts Center
In a world where there are a LOT of shows I haven't seen, Les Misérables was at the top of my bucket list. (Phantom is now firmly holding that top spot alone.) And it was every bit as incredible as I'd hoped. I owned the soundtrack CD at one point, you know, when CDs were still considered top-tier tech, so it's been a minute. But I haven't listened to the music in years. But several songs still immediately struck me. I'll never not be in awe of how these shows can combine su
Lisa Noel
Oct 29, 20252 min read


MJ at Marcus Performing Arts Center
WOW!!!! As a child of the 80's, I never really had any doubt that I would LOVE this musical, but I was still surprised by HOW much I...
Lisa Noel
May 29, 20252 min read


Annie at Marcus Performing Arts
The movie was one of my favorites when I was little so when it was an option to add to our season ticket, I knew I HAD to see it! And I...
Lisa Noel
Apr 29, 20251 min read


Waitress at Paramount Theatre (Aurora, IL)
What a FUN show!! While it deals with some less-than-fun topics, the quirky characters, upbeat music and constant changes of setting will...
Lisa Noel
Mar 18, 20252 min read


Chicago the Musical at Marcus Performing Arts Center
Chicago the Musical was a stunning show with a minimalistic set that let the dancing and vocals take the spotlight! In the Roaring...
Lisa Noel
Feb 12, 20251 min read
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