Madras Musical Association’s ‘Cinderella’ was a harmonious blend of choir and drama
Madras Musical Association’s (MMA) Cinderella – A Pop Fairytale marked a noticeable shift for a choir best known for its long classical legacy. Presented at the Museum Theatre, the production stepped away from MMA’s usual concert-format performances and moved towards a full narrative musical — with choreography, story arcs and character-driven solos.
The story followed the familiar outline, but the tone was distinctly contemporary. Instead of orchestral scores, the emotional landscape unfolded through pop music, spanning nearly five decades. What could have felt like a collage of unrelated hits, instead came together with surprising coherence. Whether it was the playful ‘Material Girl’ or tender ‘Can’t Help Falling in Love’, each song carried its scene just right. Music direction by Augustine Paul held the production together with a steady through-line.
source:thehindu.com
