Overview
- The licensed musical opened at Teatro Opera with Rubén Szuchmacher directing and a principal cast that includes Osvaldo Laport, Alejandra Perlusky and Graciela Pal, while three boys alternate in the title role.
- Gaby Goldman returned to Argentina to conduct a nine-piece live orchestra, a detail critics from multiple outlets cited as a clear artistic strength of the production.
- La Nación called the staging deep, sensitive and among the best recent musicals, singling out strong ensemble moments, Gustavo Wons’s choreography and several standout adult performances.
- Clarín criticized the show’s energy and casting, arguing the lead performances lacked the emotional fire the story requires and that the Opera’s very large set and visible backstage elements undercut dramatic intimacy.
- The June 8 press-night drew a high-profile celebrity crowd and leaves the production’s run open to change, with reviews suggesting the company could refine pacing, direction of the child leads and stage use in coming performances.