[MD Theatre Guide] Theatre Review: ‘Ghost: The Musical’ at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts
“Ghost” first appeared in movie theaters in 1990. A tragic love story with supernatural and occasional comedic elements, the film was an unexpected success. It became the top-grossing movie of that year, winning two Academy Awards—Best Supporting Actress for Whoopi Goldberg) and Best Screenplay for Bruce Joel Rubin. In 2011, Rubin revisited “Ghost,” providing the book and contributing to the lyrics for “Ghost: The Musical.” Nominated for three Tony Awards, the show played on Broadway and London’s West End.
Just in time for the Hallowe’en season, the show is now appearing in Fredericksburg, Virginia at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts.
‘The Voice’ runner-up Toneisha Harris talks ‘Ghost: The Musical’
7NewsDC — It’s hard to believe it was 32 years ago when ‘Ghost’ first hit theaters. The timeless film was a global hit, earning more than $500 million and winning two Academy Awards. The movie was eventually adapted for the stage and you can catch ‘Ghost: The Musical’ right now at Fredericksburg’s Riverside Center for the Performing Arts. Star of the show and ‘The Voice’ season 18 runner-up Toneisha Harris joined us to discuss the production.