My Two Cents

Transcendence Theatre Company kicked off its 2025 Broadway Under the Stars season with a fast-paced, feel-good celebration of beloved musicals—and opening night truly lived up to the title Broadway’s Best Night Ever.

Before the performance began, the mood was already festive. Wine in hand, a light dinner from local purveyors, and conversations buzzing under a soft Sonoma sunset set the tone for an evening that felt more like a summer party than a typical night at the theater.

When the lights came up, the energy went even higher. The revue featured material from more than two dozen Broadway shows, performed by a powerhouse cast with Broadway and national tour experience. With seamless transitions and engaging pacing, the production moved from show-stopping solos to high-voltage ensemble numbers with polish and style.

Highlights

The tap numbers stole the show. I Got Rhythm exploded with precision and energy, earning spontaneous applause for its sheer rhythm and showmanship. And while I Am Changing is traditionally known for its vocal power, this production layered in unexpected tap flourishes that gave it added dimension and flair.

The show also included a few emotional turns—especially during the “Life Trio” (Love Changes Everything, Being Alive, and You’ll Never Walk Alone) and a beautifully delivered I Dreamed a Dream from Les Misérables. Later numbers like What a Feeling, Bohemian Rhapsody, and This Is Me added a contemporary jolt that kept the momentum strong all the way to the finale.

Full Program

ACT ONE

1. Overture – Gypsy

2. I Hope I Get It – A Chorus Line

3. The Wizard and I / Defying Gravity – Wicked

4. All That Jazz / Cabaret – Chicago / Cabaret

5. Jersey Boys Medley

6. Love Changes Everything – Aspects of Love

7. Being Alive – Company

8. You’ll Never Walk Alone – Carousel

9. I Got Rhythm – Crazy for You (tap)

10. My Days – The Notebook

11. All I Ask of You – The Phantom of the Opera

12. A Musical – Something Rotten!

13. I Am Changing – Dreamgirls (with creative tap flourishes)

ACT TWO

1. Found – Dear Evan Hansen / Tonight – Hamilton

2. Tonight / Something’s Coming – West Side Story

3. I Dreamed a Dream – Les Misérables

4. Anything Goes – Anything Goes

5. The Music of the Night – The Phantom of the Opera

6. Aquarius / Let the Sunshine In – Hair

7. Mamma Mia! Medley

8. What a Feeling – Flashdance

9. Sing, Sing, Sing – (featured in Fosse)

10. Bohemian Rhapsody – (featured in We Will Rock You)

11. This Is Me – The Greatest Showman

12. This Is the Moment – Jekyll & Hyde

Sonoma Setting

The Field of Dreams venue has matured beautifully into Transcendence’s new home. Their previous residence, Jack London State Historic Park, had its own magic—with dramatic stone ruins and wooded trails—but here, the atmosphere is smoother, more refined. Gently sloping lawn seating, golden-hour skies, and well-balanced staging give the production a lush, polished finish that suits both the performance and the place.

Who Should Go

If you love Broadway—or even just the joy of live performance in a beautiful setting—this show delivers. It’s ideal for date night, family night, or a group outing with friends. Casual or dressed up, everyone felt welcome.

️ Details at a Glance

What: A high-energy revue of songs from over 25 Broadway musicals, performed under the stars by a top-tier cast of Broadway veterans and rising stars
When: Opening Night – June 12, 2025
Where: Field of Dreams, Sonoma (Broadway Under the Stars Summer Series)
Cost: Tickets start at $35, with discounts for youth, subscribers, and groups
Box Office: transcendencetheatre.org | (877) 424‑1414