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My name is Gary Zidek. Welcome to The Arts Section. Tune into the radio program every Sunday morning on WDCB 90.9 & 90.7 FM or listen to it online here. I'll be showcasing a variety of arts & entertainment stories.

Porchlight Music Theatre Takes Stroll Down Broadway

Porchlight Music Theatre Takes Stroll Down Broadway

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, join WDCB’s Gary Zidek to talk about Porchlight Music Theatre’s new virtual production, BROADWAY BY THE DECADE.

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The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Porchlight Music Theatre's new virtual production, BROADWAY BY THE DECADE.

“I also like the fact that the vocal quality was terrific, and audio engineer Eric Backus recorded most of the numbers without any visible microphones, so it was a lovely departure from people singing into their computer cameras.” - Jonathan Abarbanel commenting on the sound quality of Porchlight Music Theatre’s new virtual production BROADWAY BY THE DECADE.

James Earl Jones II performs “Who Am I?” from LES MISERABLES in Prochlight’s BROADWAY BY THE DECADE

James Earl Jones II performs “Who Am I?” from LES MISERABLES in Prochlight’s BROADWAY BY THE DECADE

Porchlight Music Theatre is presenting an enlightening stroll down Broadway’s history in its latest streaming offering. Last month, Porchlight released a modified Fall season schedule, which includes five virtual productions between now and the end of the year. BROADWAY BY THE DECADE is the first offering in the series.

Michelle Lauto performs “Don’t Rain on My Parade” in Porchlight’s BROADWAY BY THE DECADE

Michelle Lauto performs “Don’t Rain on My Parade” in Porchlight’s BROADWAY BY THE DECADE

Both the Dueling Critics (and Gary) recommend Porchlight’s BROADWAY BY THE DECADE. Its streaming now through October 25. You can find information about tickets at porchlightmusictheatre.org

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