This review praises Audra McDonald's performance as Mama Rose in the revival of Gypsy. McDonald's performance is highlighted for its emotional depth, vocal prowess, and ability to embody the complex character of Rose.
revival is not whether the show will be an enjoyable night on the town. After all. it’s a treat to hear Jule Styne's 1959 score andvenue, in this case the Majestic Theater . The question is if the actress playing OG stage mom Mama Rose can measure up to the women who’ve come before her — icons like Ethel Merman,
measure up. She simply has to. It’s why the producers greenlit another production; it’s why the marquee spells out “AUDRA GYPSY,” like that’s the real title of the show. I almost feel bad for McDonald: How is it possible to perform under such pressure?The trick seems to be that she doesn’t feel it… or, at least, show it. For the musical's three hour runtime, McDonald is singularly focused on her character’s objectives — making her daughters vaudeville stars.
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