Gypsy
MainStage Irving Las Colinas, Irving, Texas
2022
2022
Reviews
"Time and space prevent me from giving everyone in this cast of 25 and the amazing design team the recognition they deserve."
"Michael Serrecchia and his team made this Gypsy unforgettable entertainment. This show may be 63 years old, but in the hands of his team and cast it shines like a newly minted silver dollar."
Doug Sturdivant, DFW Center Stage
Synopsis
"Gypsy," a classic musical with music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and a book by Arthur Laurents, is a gripping and iconic tale based on the real-life story of burlesque entertainer Gypsy Rose Lee and her overbearing mother, Rose.
The musical follows the relentless ambition of Rose, a stage mother determined to make her daughters, Louise and June, stars of vaudeville. As the girls grow up, Rose's pursuit of fame and fortune leads them on a tumultuous journey through the world of show business.
The heart of the story lies in the complicated relationship between Rose and Louise, the overlooked daughter who ultimately finds her own path to success as the sophisticated and enigmatic burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee. Along the way, Louise grapples with her identity, autonomy, and the complex legacy of her mother's relentless ambition.
With show-stopping numbers like "Everything's Coming Up Roses," "Let Me Entertain You," and "Rose's Turn," "Gypsy" is a powerhouse musical that explores themes of sacrifice, resilience, and the price of pursuing dreams. Through its unforgettable characters,
electrifying music, and poignant storytelling, "Gypsy" continues to captivate audiences with its timeless tale of love, ambition, and the pursuit of stardom.
The musical follows the relentless ambition of Rose, a stage mother determined to make her daughters, Louise and June, stars of vaudeville. As the girls grow up, Rose's pursuit of fame and fortune leads them on a tumultuous journey through the world of show business.
The heart of the story lies in the complicated relationship between Rose and Louise, the overlooked daughter who ultimately finds her own path to success as the sophisticated and enigmatic burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee. Along the way, Louise grapples with her identity, autonomy, and the complex legacy of her mother's relentless ambition.
With show-stopping numbers like "Everything's Coming Up Roses," "Let Me Entertain You," and "Rose's Turn," "Gypsy" is a powerhouse musical that explores themes of sacrifice, resilience, and the price of pursuing dreams. Through its unforgettable characters,
electrifying music, and poignant storytelling, "Gypsy" continues to captivate audiences with its timeless tale of love, ambition, and the pursuit of stardom.