Behind the scenes of the Old Globe’s new musical, “Sammy”
September 21, 2009 by Lance Carter
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Tommy. Thoroughly Modern Millie. Jersey Boys. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.
What do these shows have in common? They all started out in San Diego and went on to be smash Broadway shows.
The new musical Sammy will not be any different (at least I hope so). I was invited to watch a rehearsal and I have to tell you, what I saw was fantastic. When I see great theater, it makes me jealous…only because I wish I were a part of the show and this was no exception. I wish I could have weaseled my way into watching the whole show!
Sammy is based on the life of Sammy Davis Jr. and stars Obba Babatundé. The part fits him like a glove and I’m looking forward to seeing the whole performance from start to finish.
The show runs from September 19th-November 8th!
To order tickets, click here.
