Lyric Stage kicked off its 30th season with Rodgers and Hamerstein’s Cinderella on Thursday at the Majestic. The musical was a strong launch for a landmark season for the company.
And while indeed family-friendly, the show was entertaining for adults througy some smart humor and clever winks and nods by the cast.
In the title role, Rachel Nicole Poole continued her streak of knockout lead performances. A gorgeous voice delivered the showtunes with crystal emotive clarity.
She gave the character an earnestness that was tender but never played her with any naivete. As Prince Lyric Stage kicked off its 30th season with Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella on Thursday at the Majestic Theatre.