Historical Musical: Irish vs. Blacks
BERKELEY, CA—When the critic of the Bay Area’s leading newspaper gave an unenthusiastic review to “Paradise Square,” and yet so many patrons emerged from the Berkeley Rep contending this was their best show ever, some comment seemed in order. Now, just after close of the stunning run, a modest riposte is offered, based on attendance at a preview: Even in previews, Berkeley Rep’s world premiere production of “Paradise Square” had the feel of a hit Broadway musical. This theatrical exuberance…
