Madagascar - A Musical Adventure at Marriott Theatre

Around The Town Chicago - Highly Recommended

"...The kids who attend these productions are learning the value of live theater and at the same time, they are binding with their "adults". As you all know, my grandkids are so involved with other "stuff" and they are now much older, so I turn to others to join me with their kids or grandkids in order to allow for a perspective of a "little one". The current production at Marriott, "Madagascar- A Musical Adventure" was attended by the Schneider Family, Adam, Penny and their adorable son, Hamilton , along with his grandparents ( who spent more time watching him and his reactions than the show itself- I expected this to be just as it was!)."

Chicago Theatre Review - Highly Recommended

"...Chocked full of broad comedy, toe-tapping pop/rock hit songs and exciting choreography, this musical may be aimed at young audiences, but theatergoers of all ages will go wild for it. Costumed in cleverly colorful and stylish anthropomorphic costumes, and set to the beat of an infectious musical score, this play delivers a sound message about the importance of friendship, while it fills the stage with humor and joyful wordplay. By the end of the show, in a crack-a-lackin' contagious finale that brings the entire audience to its feet, everyone simply has to "Move it, move it.""

Chicagoland Theater Reviews - Highly Recommended

"...The director is Johanna McKenzie Miller, another familiar and honored name in area theater, who orchestrates the high energy staging in creative union with choreographer Ericka Mac. The music directed by Sam Groisser is as fulsome and professional as one would expect in an evening performance at Marriott."

Chicagoland Musical Theatre - Highly Recommended

"...The musical Madagascar, an adaptation of the Dreamworks blockbuster film, is a must-see at the Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences."

Chicago Theater and Arts - Recommended

"...Based on DreamWorks' animated film, Marriott's stage version zips along in an easy-for- youngsters, sit-through hour filled with zany, fantasy fun."

Chicago Parent - Highly Recommended

"...Don't worry if your kids somehow haven't yet seen the animated feature film, its sequels, the New Year's Eve or Christmas specials or the animated series featuring just the penguins of Madagascar, the play won't disappoint. The play's short one-hour run time is perfect for youngsters to get their feet wet in the arts scene."