The Citiblog
Review: Flying Over Sunset is a Long, Strange Trip
December 13, 2021, 11:22.58 pm ET
Photos: Joan Marcus
By Brian Scott Lipton
In the landmark 1960s musical “Hair,” we’re told that “LBJ took the IRT down to 4th Street USA” where he saw “the youth of America on LSD.” Now, in the new Broadway musical “Flying Over Sunset,” at Lincoln Center Theatre at the Vivian Beaumont, we discover that a full decade earlier, LSD was used (legally) by America’s much older elite – not just to have a “groovy” trip but to face their true selves and perhaps banish bad memories. And while “Flying Over Sunset” shares the same sense of originality as “Hair,” the show is, sadly, somewhat more successful as a history lesson than as a fully entertaining musical. Read Full Review
OUR LATEST BLOG POSTS
Review: Should You Turn Left on Tenth?
October 24, 2024, 2:18 am ET
By Brian Scott Lipton There’s a major aphorism that is often told to us: “A little knowledge is a dangerous thing.” And sadly, that warning has proven true for those of us who wat... READ MORE
Nightly’s Brings Bistro Fare to the Upper East Side
October 23, 2024, 5:51 pm ET
Nightly’s, a fresh take on the classic New York bistro, has opened on corner of 78th Street and Second Avenue. Featuring craft cocktails, an expansive wine list, and dishes that include a mix ... READ MORE
Twin Tails Brings Southeast Asian Flavors to Midtown
October 22, 2024, 7:30 pm ET
Twin Tails, the latest restaurant from Quality Branded—the group behind popular NYC spots like Zou Zou’s and Don Angie—has officially opened its doors at 10 Columbus Circle. With a... READ MORE