Jerome de Silva’s impeccably crafted musical theatre production “Best Of Broadway” certainly didn't hold back as it showcased fan favourite and beloved broadway numbers that left audience members enthralled throughout the almost 3 hour long show.

Current students of Musaeus College joined the Workshop Players in this production, raising the bar high with excellent vocal performances. While the experienced Workshop Players could be relied upon to bring unbridled yet proven talent to the table, the Musaeites too blew audiences away with their phenomenal performances.

Many performances shone that evening, but the solo performance for “Climb Every Mountain” from The Sound of Music left many audience members in tears of appreciation. The post interval renditions, continuing in the same vein included many standout performances - especially the Jesus Christ Superstar numbers - eliciting similar reactions from audiences.

All in all, the "Best of Broadway" audience were treated to richly orchestrated solos and grand choral numbers, extravagant costumes, leading to spectacular and visually impressive entertainment.

The audience weighed in on their "Best of Broadway" experience:

Lasith 

It was awesome. Teared up a few times.

Dulani 

It was good. I like the music because I enjoy Broadway.

Harshini 

I thought it was fabulous. From the costumes to the singing and dancing. It was a breathtaking  production.

Laknadhi 

It was a very nice experience. First time coming to a show like this. I loved it. Very well done.

Kosala 

It was a pretty good show.

Chandalie, Tharindi and Nishadi 

We saw the talent and are very proud of the Musaeites who performed.

Sharmanie 

It was fantastic.

Terry 

I think it was very good. Very surprised they could keep it going for so long.

Sherine 

It was an excellent show. Ran into a full house.

Nayomi 

It was amazing.

Reviewed by Rihaab Mowlana
Photographs by Waruna Wanniarachchi