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Teeth | February 24, 2024 | Playwrights Horizons

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#this is just a jared loftin stan account now ig #teeth #teeth musical #teeth the musical #jared loftin #alyse alan louis #my audio #YES i got attached to another limited-run off-broadway show i'll be normal next year

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fearsmagazine · 1 month

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TEETH - Review

SYNOPSIS: “Dawn O’Keefe is an evangelical Christian teen with a powerful secret not even she understands – when men violate her, her body bites back. Literally. From Pulitzer Prize and Tony-winner Michael R. Jackson (A Strange Loop) and Anna K. Jacobs (POP!),TEETH, based on the cult classic film of the same name, is a fierce, rapturous, and savagely entertaining new musical crackling with irrepressible desire and ancient rage – a dark comedy conjuring the legend of one girl whose sexual curse is also her salvation.” - Press Release

REVIEW: In 2007 filmmaker Mitchell Lichtenstein, the son of artist Roy Lichtenstein, unleashed his tale of a contemporary American female teenager who discovers her body possesses a physical secret when she encounters male violence, vagina dentata; a myth that is found across cultures and eras, about a vagina that has a lethal set of teeth.

In the stage adaptation of Lichtenstein’s vision, Anna K. Jacobs and Michael R. Jackson successfully retain the story's essence while making it fresh for a theater audience. In this adaptation, the lead character, Dawn's home life is restructured, with her father now portrayed as a charismatic preacher and her brother, Bard, still grappling with issues from their youth but influenced by technology rather than as a heavy metal/skinhead. These changes create a more dynamic structure for their dysfunctional family unit. Notably, the myth plays a more central role in the stage adaptation, and the supporting cast of teenage promise keeper girls serve as a Greek chorus. My guest and I both felt that the staging had a feel of Stepehen King’s “Carrie,” his novel, DePalma’s film and maybe the rival of the play. TEETH reaches its climax in a visually captivating and chaotic clash of religious conservatism and feminism, expertly staged in a way that surpasses Frank Oz's never fully realized ending in the film adaptation of "Little Shop of Horrors." Incorporating many of the contemporary social sexual issues in our zeitgeist with satire makes for an extremely entertaining and thought provoking theatrical experience.

The musical numbers were a delight. The combination of traditional Broadway musical songs and 70's and 80's pop songs in Jacobs' music was excellent. Jackson's lyrics added to the story and provided a splendid blend of humor and drama. While some of the lyrics were risqué, they never felt as shocking as something from "South Park" by Trey Parker and Matt Stone. Jacobs and Jackson provided some magical musical moments that showcased the entire cast's vocal abilities. Choreographer Raja Feather Kelly did a remarkable job in creating dance routines, despite having to work in horrific moments at times.

The production design, set, lighting, SFX, and sound designs are all of Broadway caliber. The stage design employs impressive elements with subtle movements that contribute to the narrative. At certain moments, all of these elements come together to create a truly magical theater experience. The set design takes advantage of every inch of space in bringing the story to life. Most of the play's costumes are effective, they become more creative and interesting in the final act.

The cast of TEETH is nothing short of brilliant. Lead actress Alyse Alan Louis shines in her portrayal of Dawn. Her performance effortlessly blends innocence, comedic timing, powerful vocals, and a nuanced handling of sensual scenes. Meanwhile, her male counterparts—Steven Pasquale, Jason Gotay, Will Connolly, and Jared Loftin—face a daunting task. Not only do they create memorable characters, but they also navigate multiple roles and costume changes with ease, all the while delivering captivating musical numbers that showcase their talents. This ensemble cast is truly exceptional, and one can only hope that they will grace us with a cast recording of the show.

Michael R. Jackson, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony-winner of "A Strange Loop," has created a show that is consistently selling out. My guest, who was initially unaware of the show's premise and the creative team, was astounded upon learning about it at the end. They were also unfamiliar with the source material, which left them with a strong desire to seek it out. From my perspective, any adaptation that inspires viewers to seek out the original work is a significant accomplishment. "TEETH" ranks among my legendary theater experiences, akin to my cherished memories of attending the original Broadway productions of "Little Shop of Horrors," "Phantom of the Opera," "Les Misérables," and "Hadestown," that come to mind. "TEETH" offers an unforgettable and haunting theatrical experience that should not be missed.

TEETH contains intense violence, blood and gore, sexual content, and strong language. Age Recommendation: Teeth is appropriate for audiences ages 17+. The play runs approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes with no intermission.. Performances are Tuesday through Sunday at 7:30 PM, with matinees Saturday and Sunday at 2:30 PM. Tickets are $120.00 plus $2.00 fee. Tickets are now on sale at https://my.playwrightshorizons.org/events. For more information, visit www.playwrightshorizons.org/shows/plays/teeth/#play-body.

Review By: Joseph B Mauceri

#theater #play #review #TEETH #teeth play #musical #playwrights horizons #Sarah Benson #Mitchell Lichtenstein #Anna K. Jacobs #Michael R. Jackson #Alyse Alan Louis #steven pasquale #Jason Gotay #joseph b mauceri #joseph mauceri

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dailyconradricamora · 1 year

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conradricamora: RUN to see #whitegirlindanger @alyselouis and @theericwmorris kill it

#conrad ricamora #peter jenkins #alyse alan louis

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will-davision · 10 months

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Don't normally post traditional art? But I was too happy with this one to let it go unposted :)

(Once again, a drawing of maria christina oliveras as gina. And alyse alan louis as georgette)

#amelie the musical #amelie broadway #my artwork

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frontmezzjunkies · 1 month

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"Teeth" Bites Ferociously Sharp and Funny with Religious Fervor at Playwrights Horizons

#frontmezzjunkies reviews @phnyc's #phTeeth @teeth_nyc b/m: #AnnaKJacobs b/l: #MichaelRJackson d: #SarahBennson w/ #AlyseAlanLouis #StevenPasquale #WillConnolly #JasonGotay #JaredLoftin photo: @thechelciep

Alyse Alan Louis (center) and the cast of Playwrights Horizons’ Teeth. Photo by Chelcie Parry. The Off-Broadway Theatre Review: Playwrights Horizons’ Teeth By Ross With a sharp and dramatic drop and reveal, Playwright Horizons‘ new musical, Teeth, dives into a sexually naked sermon about snakes and demons, delivered with a deliciously over-the-top unraveling by Steven Pasquale…

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hirunoka · 3 years

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#eric william morris #alyse alan louis #discount ghost stories: colorado

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outoftheinkwell · 4 years

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Slightly more for myself than anything else, but It Just Takes Time from the Ahmason run of Soft Power. This is easily the song I’ve been thinking about the most since I saw it at the Public, and I’m so impatient to get the updated version of this on the official album.

#i'mma just gonna leave this here #soft power #alyse alan louis #conrad ricamora

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altarwaiting · 5 years

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amélie edit challenge: favorite line/quote/lyric → a better haircut

#amélie #amelie #broadwayedit #amelieec #katrinaslenk #maria christina oliveras #harriett d. foy #alyse alan louis #amélie musical #amélie broadway #amelie musical #amelie broadway #my gifs #this song is an underrated masterpeice

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arbitrarygreay · 6 years

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Soft Power (the play with a musical)

#soft power #soft power (musical)#david henry hwang #conrad ricamora #musical #jeanine tesori #leigh silverman #alyse alan louis #definitely deserves the actress tony if this makes it to broadway #sam pinkleton #category: musicals

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femaletheatre · 6 years

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erikahenningsen · 2 months

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Teeth | February 21, 2024 | First preview

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#teeth #teeth the musical #jaren loftin #alyse alan louis #audio gift #my audio #they changed ryan's character so much since the reading i was so worried this song would be cut #this has been stuck in my head for YEARS

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larryland · 3 years

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REVIEW: "Fall Springs" at Barrington Stage

REVIEW: “Fall Springs” at Barrington Stage

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dailyconradricamora · 6 years

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David Henry Hwang, Jeanine Tesori, Conrad Ricamora, Francis Jue, Alyse Alan Louis ‘Soft Power’ Opening Night After-Party, Ahmanson Theatre, Los Angeles | May 16, 2018

#conrad ricamora #david henry hwang #jeanine tesori #alyse alan louis #francis jue #opening night #soft power #soft power musical

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caroleditosti · 4 years

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'Soft Power,' The Uplifting Play/Musical by David Henry Hwang is Nothing Short of Brilliant

‘Soft Power,’ The Uplifting Play/Musical by David Henry Hwang is Nothing Short of Brilliant

Conrad Ricamora and The Company of ‘Soft Power’ with play and lyrics ,by David Henry Hwang, music and additional lyrics by Jeanine Tesori, directed by Leigh Silverman, choreography by Sam Pinkleton (Joan Marcus)

David Henry Hwang’s awards and honors are too numerous to list here. Suffice to say he won the Tony Award, Drama Desk and Outer Circle Critics Award for M. Butterfly(1988). He is a…

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#Alyse Alan Louis #Austin Ku #Conrad Ricamora #David Henry Hwant #Francis Jue #Jeanine Tesori #Leigh Silverman #Raymond J. Lee #Sam Pinkleton #Soft Power #The Public Theater

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dailyewm · 7 years

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#eric william morris #alyse alan louis #daily ewm

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dailyphillipasoo · 7 years

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phillipasoo: Congrats @benkmoss for your Broadway conducting debut yesterday!!! We love you!

#phillipa soo #alison cimmet #alyse alan louis #audrey bennett #ben moss #instagram

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