A Soul Stirring Tribute to Larson’s Genius
by Mia Maliyah on 3/5/25Orpheum Theatre NYC - New YorkRating: 5 out of 5The show was a masterclass in storytelling; electrifying, immersive, and deeply moving. The cast embodied their characters with such authenticity that it felt as though we had stepped directly into Jonathan Larson’s songbook. While the structure leans episodic, it only amplifies the stakes, making every moment pulse with urgency. Larson’s music, bursting with distinct personality, is a testament to his boundless passion and artistry. Astonishingly, songs written in his lifetime remain not just relevant but eerily reflective of today’s societal struggles. Watching this performance was profoundly rewarding, but experiencing it in a sold-out theater, surrounded by an audience that understood its gravity, was something transcendent. This show is more than a performance…it’s a testament to resistance through creation. To condense the experience into words would be to diminish its magic, but at its core, it served as a powerful reminder to artists everywhere: trust the process, stay true to your craft, and remember that creation is a timeless, enduring gift.