‘Wanted’ Broadway Review: Dazzling Cast Can’t Elevate the Musical’s Muted Narrative

By Aramide Tinubu

Aramide Tinubu

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One of the most beautiful things about legends and myths is they often stem from the truth. Written by playwright and lyricist Angelica Chéri and directed by Stevie Walker-Webb, the new Broadway musical “Wanted” is inspired by Chéri’s great-great aunts, Mary (Solea Pfeiffer) and Martha Clarke (Liisi LaFontaine). These Black women living in post-emancipation Texas decided to pass for white and wield their beauty and guns to save their family’s land and legacy. Unfortunately, despite the exceptional performances and vocal talent, the play’s actual narrative isn’t as compelling as it could be.

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