This is the second year in a row that NBC has staged and broadcast live an old standard. Last year it was "Sound of Music", with Carrie Underwood.
This year Allison Williams, who happens to be the 20-something daughter of Brian Williams, News anchor, is in the starring role as Peter Pan. She is qualified, with stage experience in college and a pleasant singing style. But it brings up an interesting fact, many TV fans will watch this sort of production because they already know the star. No one knew Ms Williams and, while she is credible, maybe even better than credible, the show would have been watched a lot more, I believe, if a young established star had been chosen for the role.
I never have been a big fan of the Peter Pan productions, and this one is no exception. I watched it, because I rather enjoy the concept, but found it to be so-so, take it or leave it.
Perhaps the best was Christian Borle, veteran Broadway star, who played two quite different roles, the Pirate Mr. Smee and George Darling. He stood out in all of his scenes, he is perfect for this type of production.
Aside from him I also enjoyed Christopher Walken as Captain Hook. He is a stage veteran song and dance man and looked very comfortable in this production.
I hope NBC keeps doing these yearly and I hope the next one is a show I am more interested in. A solid "6" from me.
This year Allison Williams, who happens to be the 20-something daughter of Brian Williams, News anchor, is in the starring role as Peter Pan. She is qualified, with stage experience in college and a pleasant singing style. But it brings up an interesting fact, many TV fans will watch this sort of production because they already know the star. No one knew Ms Williams and, while she is credible, maybe even better than credible, the show would have been watched a lot more, I believe, if a young established star had been chosen for the role.
I never have been a big fan of the Peter Pan productions, and this one is no exception. I watched it, because I rather enjoy the concept, but found it to be so-so, take it or leave it.
Perhaps the best was Christian Borle, veteran Broadway star, who played two quite different roles, the Pirate Mr. Smee and George Darling. He stood out in all of his scenes, he is perfect for this type of production.
Aside from him I also enjoyed Christopher Walken as Captain Hook. He is a stage veteran song and dance man and looked very comfortable in this production.
I hope NBC keeps doing these yearly and I hope the next one is a show I am more interested in. A solid "6" from me.