South Coast Repertory and the musical theater genre have been little more than nodding acquaintances over the company’s first 55 years, but all that may change under the stewardship of SCR’s new artistic director. Marlene Martinez, Sam Ludwig, Ricky Abilez, Brian Vaughn and Matthew Henerson in South Coast Repertory’s “She Loves Me,” which plays in Costa Mesa through Feb. 22. (Jordan Kubat / South Coast Repertory)AdvertisementSCR’s production is rich in both comedic charm and, particularly, vocal prowess. Mackey delivers a heart-tugging account of a hopeless romantic who can’t see love under her very nose. “She Loves Me” may have been around the block a few times in a number of other disguises, but it’s a bountiful package of delightful old-time entertainment at South Coast Repertory.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 03, 2020 23:15 UTC