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Every once in a while, there are musicals that aren't your run-of-the-mill, tap-dancing, bawdy spectacles but still leave an impression on the audience. Parade, at the Jewish Community Center's CenterStage, is an example of this. This musical about Leo Frank, a Jewish man from New York desperately seeking justice in turn-of-the-century Georgia after being framed for killing a young girl, is thought-provoking and entertaining. Jeremy Moon and Emily Fields are perfectly cast as Leo and Lucille Frank, two yankees who move to the Old South. Their voices blend beautifully in such songs as "This is Not Over Yet" and "All the Wasted Time." The rest of the ensemble portrays the small-minded southern Georgia community affected by the murder. Michael Kirsch charms the audience as Frankie Epps, while Aundrey Ligon Jr.'s voice fills the room in such songs as "A Rumblin' and a Rollin'" and "Trying to Remember." A musical about a man finding justice wouldn't be complete without two lawyers. Shawn Slone plays Hugh Dorsey, who is the relentless man trying to win the case against Leo Frank. Larry Singer adds some comedic relief as Frank's lawyer, Luther Rosser. Jason Cooper is delightful as Britt Craig, the local journalist covering the controversy. Artistic Director John R. Leffert asked the audience, by round of applause, if they had heard of Leo Frank and the controversy surrounding him. While there were some who clapped, most did not. After a powerful performance like Parade at CenterStage, Leo Frank's story should be remembered and honored.
Parade Posted Oct. 31, 2007
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