Mischa: All the newsies together are the true stars of the show – they filled the stage with enthusiasm and energy. So much youthful animation. And so much great ensemble singing!

Kitty: Absolutely. I think some people are hesitant to attend shows that feature a lot of young actors, but this group never comes across as inexperienced. Honestly, they were a highlight for me.

Mischa: Fun fact: I didn’t really ever get into “Don’t Stop Believin’” until I heard the Glee version.

K: That’s because you like all the obscure, hipster ’80s music. Normal people love Journey.

M: La Bohème jumps right in with frenzied activity in Rodolfo’s garret. Rodolfo and Marcello are trying to figure out how to get fuel for the wood stove to heat the place. The other two roommates get home, have an impromptu feast, and when the landlord shows up for the rent –

K: Rent! The Broadway musical inspired by this opera! Sorry. I had to.

M: Uh-huh. Anyway ... .

Mischa: Overall, director James Beaudry's Footloose was very solid, and if you like the movie, you're pretty much guaranteed to love this.

Kitty: To be honest, I’m not a huge fan of the movie, and I really liked Friday's show.

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