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Carissa Chesanek

Carissa Chesanek has worked as a journalist for many years, writing for publications that include BroadwayWorldShow-Score, All About Solo, The Rumpus, Miami Herald, and Forbes Travel Guide. She has an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School and is the co-host for the reading series Sunday Salon. She's dabbled in improv and acting and is currently on the hunt to place the first play she wrote.




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First Show:

Wicked

Favorite Show:

The Phantom of the Opera

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NEXT TO NORMAL Musical Extends Its Stay at TheaterWorks
NEXT TO NORMAL Musical Extends Its Stay at TheaterWorks
March 28, 2017

The Pulitzer Prize winner Next to Normal musical recently opened at TheaterWorks in Hartford, Connecticut and will now extend its well-praised stay from April 30th to May 7th.

BWW Review: JERSEY BOYS Sing Their Way Onto The Bushnell's Stage
BWW Review: JERSEY BOYS Sing Their Way Onto The Bushnell's Stage
March 23, 2017

There's a reason why the musical, Jersey Boys is such a hit, and last night the audience at The Bushnell got to experience all the hype. 

BWW Review: SPRING AWAKENING Entices the Audience at Downtown Cabaret Theatre
BWW Review: SPRING AWAKENING Entices the Audience at Downtown Cabaret Theatre
March 20, 2017

Laugh, cry, sing, while watching the award-winning musical, Spring Awakening this season at Downtown Cabaret.

BWW Review: Beth Hart Seduces The Crowd At Foxwoods Resort Casino
BWW Review: Beth Hart Seduces The Crowd At Foxwoods Resort Casino
February 27, 2017

Sultry blues singer, Beth Hart took the stage at Foxwoods Resort Casino on Saturday night, captivating her audience with emotional lyrics and powerful vocals. 

BWW Review: AMADEUS Hits Downtown Cabaret Main Stage Theatre
BWW Review: AMADEUS Hits Downtown Cabaret Main Stage Theatre
February 15, 2017

Peter Shaffer's award winning play, Amadeus brings its talent to Downtown Cabaret in Bridgeport, Connecticut - and does not disappoint. Mixed with silly humor and dark drama, Amadeus is a show that reels you in and doesn't let go until the very end.

BWW Review: THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at The Bushnell
BWW Review: THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at The Bushnell
December 28, 2016

Intense is probably one word to describe The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, which opened last night at The Bushnell in Hartford, Connecticut. Mesmerizing is another. The Broadway play by Simon Stephens stemmed from the Mark Haddon novel awed its audience with its intelligence, enthusiasm, and electric lights display. Of course the opening scene with a dog stabbed with a gardening fork helped reel them in, too.

BWW Review: KENNY ROGERS' FINAL TOUR at Mohegan Sun
BWW Review: KENNY ROGERS' FINAL TOUR at Mohegan Sun
December 19, 2016

Over the weekend, the legendary singer Kenny Rogers hit the stage at Mohegan Sun for his final tour, The Gambler's Last Deal.

BWW Review: KINKY BOOTS at The Hanover Theatre
BWW Review: KINKY BOOTS at The Hanover Theatre
December 1, 2016

A musical delight that's funny, sexy, and heartening till the very end.

BWW Review: FROSTY THE SNOWMAN
BWW Review: FROSTY THE SNOWMAN
November 28, 2016

A family-friendly musical comes to life on stage in Connecticut this holiday season.

A Chorus Line at Downtown Cabaret
A Chorus Line at Downtown Cabaret
November 21, 2016

The award-winning musical comes to the The Downtown Cabaret Main Theatre stage with soulful characters that offer gripping and touching stories.

BWW Review: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at The Bushnell
BWW Review: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at The Bushnell
November 18, 2016

A musical infused with ballet and a passionate love affair, An American in Paris delights at The Bushnell.

BWW Review: DIRTY DANCING Opens at Proctors
BWW Review: DIRTY DANCING Opens at Proctors
November 10, 2016

The electrifying cast belts out classic tunes with dance moves and talent like no other.

BWW Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Comes to The Bushnell
BWW Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Comes to The Bushnell
October 26, 2016

The hilarious broadway musical comes to Connecticut, bringing with it laugh-out-loud entertainment you won't want to miss.

BWW Review: Mohegan Sun's Star-Studded Musical Weekend
BWW Review: Mohegan Sun's Star-Studded Musical Weekend
October 17, 2016

Mohegan Sun shelled out live concerts, dance parties, and celebrity appearances to help celebrate their 20th anniversary.

BWW Review: DIRTY DANCING Comes to Palace Theater
BWW Review: DIRTY DANCING Comes to Palace Theater
October 11, 2016

The musical delights the crowd with a familiar story and incredible dancing

BWW Review: CAMELOT Brings a Hilarious Musical to Wesport
BWW Review: CAMELOT Brings a Hilarious Musical to Wesport
October 11, 2016

A funny song and dance with heartfelt moments and plenty of laughs along the way.

Hairspray Delights the Stage at Downtown Cabaret Theatre
Hairspray Delights the Stage at Downtown Cabaret Theatre
September 26, 2016

A fun loving show with incredible cast and heartening tale of love and acceptance.

BWW Review: Bryan Adams Hits the Stage at Mohegan Sun
BWW Review: Bryan Adams Hits the Stage at Mohegan Sun
September 14, 2016

Legendary classic rock star wows the audience with old and new tunes that only get better with age

BWW Review: WHAT THE BUTLER SAW
BWW Review: WHAT THE BUTLER SAW
August 29, 2016

Scandal and blackmail make for laugh-out-loud fun

BWW Review: CABARET Dominates the Stage in Meriden, Connecticut
BWW Review: CABARET Dominates the Stage in Meriden, Connecticut
August 10, 2016

A fun and emotional rollercoaster on stage, making CABARET a positively must-see show



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