Archive: this preview describes the August 2019 production.
Puttin’ on the Ritz brought songs and dance inspired by Hollywood’s golden age to Buxton Opera House in August 2019.
The touring show featured singers and dancers in elaborate costumes. The 2019 tour publicity advertised music by George Gershwin, Irving Berlin and Cole Porter.
A review of the 9 August Buxton performance described five singers and dancers performing to backing tracks, with songs including “I Got Rhythm”, “Cheek to Cheek” and “Puttin’ on the Ritz”.
The original preview included these review quotations, which also appeared in the 2019 tour publicity:
“A Hollywood extravaganza that had the audience cheering for more”
Norwich Evening News
“A decadent visual treat. A wonderful reminder of times gone by.”
What’s On Theatre
These photographs appeared in the original preview; their dates and venues are not recorded.
The show was scheduled at Buxton Opera House on 9 and 10 August 2019; the review confirms the 9 August performance. For current shows, visit Buxton Opera House.
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