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Tony Awards Viewers Slam 'Titanique' Musical Performance
8 Jun
Summary
- Titanique, a Celine Dion jukebox musical parody, faced harsh criticism during the Tony Awards.
- Viewers on social media widely panned the performance, questioning the vocal quality.
- The musical is nominated for best musical and best book of a musical at the Tonys.
The musical 'Titanique,' a parody of the film Titanic centered around Celine Dion, drew widespread criticism from viewers during its recent Tony Awards performance. Social media platforms were flooded with negative comments, many questioning the vocal abilities displayed during the show's medley of songs, including "My Heart Will Go On."
Despite the online outcry, 'Titanique' has garnered nominations for Best Musical and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards. The show competes against other notable productions in these categories, highlighting its recognition within the Broadway community.
Marla Mindelle, who plays Celine Dion and co-wrote the musical, fronted the performance. While some viewers found the performance disappointing, one sympathetic viewer noted that the Tony performance did not reflect Mindelle's usual high standard, suggesting it was an anomaly.
