Overview

A Day in Hollywood / A Night in the Ukraine is a two-part musical comedy celebrating the Golden Age of Hollywood. The first act pays tribute to classic movie musicals, while the second transforms Chekhov’s The Bear into a madcap Marx Brothers-style farce.

J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company presented the first New York revival since the musical’s original Broadway production, directed by Robert W. Schneider and choreographed by Deidre Goodwin.

Critical Reception

“A heartfelt production. Humorous, upbeat, and well choreographed with opulent sets and costumes and romantic lighting. A real BROADWAY quality.”— Times Square Chronicles

Contribution

Matthew Solomon served as Costume Designer, creating two distinct visual worlds: the polished glamour of Hollywood’s Golden Age and the heightened period comedy of the Marx Brothers-inspired second act. The wardrobe supported extensive dance and tap choreography while allowing the company to transform between the musical’s two contrasting halves.

Production Details

Production: A Day in Hollywood / A Night in the Ukraine

Production Company: J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company

Venue: Theatre Row, Theatre Two

Location: New York, New York

Performance Dates: February 24–March 6, 2022

Book & Lyrics: Dick Vosburgh

Music: Frank Lazarus

Director: Robert W. Schneider

Choreographer: Deidre Goodwin

Music Director: Miles Plant

Scenic Designer: Joshua Warner

Costume Designer: Matthew Solomon

Assistant Costume Designers: Amy Pinto & Ceilidh Welsh

Lighting Designers: Ethan Steimel & Burkett Horrigan