The BROOKLYN UNITED LIVE show makes it's theatrical stage debut at La MaMa theater for three performances (June 8, 9 and 10) and it'...

The BROOKLYN UNITED LIVE show makes it's theatrical stage debut at La MaMa theater for three performances (June 8, 9 and 10) and it's a must see.

Note: I received tickets for review purposes. Views expressed are always 100% my own.

BROOKLYN UNITED LIVE weaves together live drumming and dancing by vibrant and inspiring young people with documentary footage.

MY REVIEW

Don't underestimate the BROOKLYN UNITED performances as just drumming and dancing. We saw them perform opening night and was shook. Literally. The whole theater vibrated from the movies and sounds the groups were making. The group brings lots of energy to each of the "acts" that will have you joining in to shout and clap along.


The dance and drum performance styles include a little bit of African, contemporary and hip hop but with a modern day twist.

While I enjoyed the rhythmic drum beats sounds and performances. It was the interactive parts of the show that was the highlights for me. On a large screen we learned the BROOKLYN UNITED history which includes how it was formed, how the kids balance school and rehearsals and how they impact the culture and the community as a whole.

Everything combines to a soul touching experience that is sure to inspire, as well as entertain. LOVED IT!


ABOUT

BROOKLYN UNITED is a high-octane, one-of-a-kind drum and dance corps comprised of 33 Brooklyn public school youngsters ages 5 to 17. The BROOKLYN UNITED LIVE show is co-directed by Tyrone Brown, Renita Leonce, and Dan Safer and choreographed by Dara Adams.


The evening of unparalleled entertainment depicts the troupe’s rigorous rehearsals, school challenges and family responsibilities in this behind-the-scenes story of BROOKLYN UNITED’s unique journey from their own neighborhoods in Brooklyn to the coveted spot on the Apollo stage and other nationwide opportunities.

BROOKLYN UNITED LIVE It is a stirring tale of what can happen when a community works together to inspire and support America’s future leaders.

Brooklyn United Live!


BROOKLYN UNITED LIVE will perform June 8 - 10, 2018 at LA MAMA (66 E 4TH STREET), FRIDAY AT 8PM; SATURDAY & SUNDAY AT 3PM -- $25 ADULT TICKETS; $20 STUDENTS/SENIORS, (PLUS $1 FACILITY FEE)

To purchase please call OvationTix at: 212-352-3101 or visit: www.lamama.org

To learn more about Brooklyn United Music and Arts Program, visit: www.bkunitedmb.com

The character Wendy in Disney's Peter Pan is one of the very few females in the movie. Yet she made her mark by taking charge and caring...

The character Wendy in Disney's Peter Pan is one of the very few females in the movie. Yet she made her mark by taking charge and caring for Peter, the lost boys and her brothers.

Since Wendy was such a dynamic part of the Neverland adventure, I looked forward to interviewing Kathryn Beaumont (voice of and live-action reference model for Wendy) to celebrate Peter Pan Signature Collection release on Digital and Movies Anywhere and on Blu-ray June 5.

You can hear Wendy (Kathryn Beaumont) and John (Paul Collins) sharing what is was like filming on set in an all-new video clip in celebration of the 65th Anniversary of Peter Pan!

Peter Pan | Live Action Imagination


Kathryn Beaumont was 12 years old when she was chosen by Walt Disney to be the voice of Wendy. She also portrayed Wendy on film—but only for the benefit of the Disney animators, as a live-action reference model for their work. Prior to that, in 1949 Disney cast her as the voice of Alice in his animated adaptation of “Alice In Wonderland.”

In 1983 she returned to Disney to resumed her voice-over career recording as Alice and Wendy for theme parks, attractions, video games and television programs.

As you can see, Kathryn has a long connection with Peter Pan and The Walt Disney Company. I couldn't wait to hear what she had to share about working on the film.

How felt about being a female character going on an adventure, versus being "saved" like other female character at the time

Kathryn Beaumont: Actually, I didn't give that any thought at the time I was playing the role. These roles were both classics and was loved from way back, from before I was born. I grew up with those wonderful stories and enjoyed them immensely. I felt particularly honored I was chosen to play the voice of Wendy in the Disney version of these wonderful stories.

Then I got to do the live action. Those were some exciting times because I got to do both types of things. I was a lovely experience.

Did you have to prepare for the voice work for Wendy in Peter Pan?

Kathryn Beaumont: No, I was given a script for the voice part and we did the recording for the voice. Since I had the script, I had prior knowledge of what the scene would be about. A few weeks afterward came the live action, which was like doing a film. They setup one of the stages but nothing complicated. There wasn't alot inside the studio, just boxes and different things. You pretended about the characters we were taking to and all of that.

“For the character of Wendy,” she adds, “they wanted a characterization different from Alice. She wasn’t the practical little girl that Alice was because she was growing up and trying to be demure. This all had to come across in her voice. When Wendy got excited she would act like a little girl again and just rattle away. The writers built up dialogue for these moments.”

Do you have a favorite scene in "Peter Pan"?

Kathryn Beaumont: Well, I thought the flying scenes were fun, after I got used to being afraid of being up high and looking down from the rafters above the stage. I enjoyed that.

Why do you think families continue to enjoy Disney films like "Peter Pan"?

Kathryn Beaumont: I think families will continue to enjoy because Disney films are timeless and the talent that went into making these films are very special. It's wonderful to see the talent and work they did in an earlier period that still resonates. They're enjoyable as classic films.

Celebrate the 65th Anniversary of Walt Disney Animation's Peter Pan, available on Digital, Movies Anywhere and Blu-ray. Joining the Walt Disney Signature Collection, relive the animated classic with more than two hours of bonus features and new never-before-seen extras.

To learn more, visit - www.movies.disney.com/Peter-Pan

Facebook: www.facebook.com/PeterPan
Instagram: www.instagram.com/DisneyAnimation