Last Sunday, a sold out audience enjoyed the final performance of Cabaret, a co-production by Novato Theater Company and Marin Musical Theatre Company. Bravo to Co-Directors/Choreographers – Jenny Boynton & Katie Wickes for creating a truly memorable show.
The cast and crew brought the book by Joe Masteroff (based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by Christopher Isherwood) to life along with excellent choreography, singing, dancing and a lovely live band that showcased John Kander’s music and Fred Ebb’s lyrics.
Stand out performances included Stephen Kanaski as the Emcee and Evvy Carlstrom-March as Sally Bowles. Bowles fine singing and strong stage presence were equaled by Daniela Innocenti Beem as Fräulein Schneider. Jere Torkelsen gave a powerful performance as Herr Schultz.
The set was simple but included a few mirror balls hung from the ceiling creating a shimmering, light-reflecting effect that set the mood of a cabaret.
Kudos to the fine musical direction and piano by Daniel Savio, along with Malik Charles Wade (clarinet/sax), Jonathan Bretan (bass) and Dean Cook (drums/percussion). Special recognition goes to the Co-Costume Designers – Krista Lee & Andria Nyland–their creativity and imagination made for a dazzling array of costumes that added much to the show.
Coming up next at Novato Theater Company is Matilda (Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin Directed & Choreographed by Marilyn Izdebski Musical Direction by Judy Wiesen) May 16 to June 8, 2025.
Co-written by Lori Wood
