Schmigadoon! and The Lost Boys: Two Killer Broadway Revamps

Two new musicals, "Schmigadoon!" and "The Lost Boys," have opened on Broadway, each offering a distinct take on classic material. "Schmigadoon!" adapts the Apple TV+ series by Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio, transforming it into a live stage romp that parodies mid-century musicals like "Brigadoon," "The Music Man," and "Oklahoma!" The show follows doctors Josh and Melissa, who stumble into the idyllic village of Schmigadoon, where they must find true love to escape. The production features a cast including Alex Brightman, Isabelle McCalla, Brad Oscar, Max Clayton, and McKenzie Kurtz, with standout performances and choreography. Meanwhile, "The Lost Boys" is based on the 1987 cult-classic vampire film, reimagined with a darker edge and political themes about a single-parent family escaping an abusive father. The show, directed by Michael Arden with a book by David Hornsby and Chris Hoch, features music by the indie band the Rescues, which is noted as a weakness. However, the production excels with a dazzling set by Dane Laffrey, flying sequences, and a strong cast including L. J. Benet, Benjamin Pajak, and Shoshana Bean. Both shows embrace their source material's spirit while updating it for contemporary audiences.