Review: Bam! Musical ‘Brooklynite’ a giddy, clever show
February 26, 2015 By Mark Kennedy Associated Press
Nicolette Robinson and the cast perform in a scene of the musical "Brooklynite,” which has a 13-member cast, songs by the much-buzzed about composer Peter Lerman and choreography by Steven Hoggett. AP Photo/Sam Rudy Media Relations, Carol Rosegg
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The last time superheroes were singing on a New York stage, things didn’t go too well. Don’t let that stop you from going to “Brooklynite.”
The irresistible new musical written by Michael Mayer and Peter Lerman has everything “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark” lacked — giddiness, cleverness, heart and sly humor.
The show, which opened Wednesday at the Vineyard Theatre, goofs on both classic Saturday-morning TV superheroes and today’s hip, artisanal Brooklyn. It’s got manic energy, over-the-top costumes and an infectious silliness.