At the Kennedy Center, Schmigadoon! Briefly Reappears Through the Mist
Briefly

Schmigadoon!, a whimsical homage to mid-century musicals, has transitioned from screen to stage with new vigor, drawing inspiration from classic shows like Brigadoon and Oklahoma! The series, debuting during the pandemic, featured a doctor couple trapped in a quirky town where everyone bursts into song. Now, the stage adaptation, which includes a fresh cast, aims to evoke the nostalgia of the originals while weaving in the dramatic flair of '60s and '70s musicals in a new run at the Kennedy Center.
The stage adaptation of Schmigadoon! reinvigorates the charm of classic musicals with a self-aware approach, offering a blissful nostalgia while poking gentle fun at its tropes.
Cecily Strong and Keegan-Michael Key's chemistry in the series was magnetic, capturing the essence of classic musical storytelling even amidst satirical undertones.
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