"Nine the Musical"

Nine the Musical

Maury Yeston (Music & Lyrics); Arthur Kopit (Book)

Adapted from the Italian by Mario Fratti

Based on Federico Fellini’s Film, 8½

3Below Theatres and Lounge

Amy Bouchard, Susan Gundunas, Stephen Guggenheim & Becky Elizabeth Stout

Nine is in many ways a unique musical in its structure, story, and songs.  Many of the songs are not that memorable, but each fits the mood of the moment.  Some seem strange and hardly needed to be included; and even the title song is soon forgotten.  But with few exceptions, the 3Below cast takes what they are given and sells, sells, sells each number.  The result is a rare opportunity to see an important entry in the Great American Musical catalogue – one directed, performed, and designed with Great White Way style and flair.

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Rating: 4 E

Nine continues through November 10, 2019 Thursdays through Sundays at 3 Below Theatres & Lounge, 288 South Second Street, San Jose.  Tickets are available online at https://3belowtheaters.com/.

Photo by Guggenheim Entertainment