The Landman's were once one of Jackson's premier theatre families. Betty Ann and Lou Landman starred in many community theatre productions together including Barefoot in the Park and Betty Ann appeared as one of the sisters in Arsenic and Old Lace. Son Ben also directed a memorable production of 'Night Mother. When they moved from the area it was a major loss.Now their daughter Naomi is appearing in Maury Yeston's Phantom of the Opera. Maury Yeston, Tony-Award winning composer of such musicals as Nine, Grand Hotel, and Titanic also wrote a version in 1991, that continues to be produced by regional theatre across the country, including the current production by Porchlight Music Theatre in Chicago.
Naomi Landman "in a comic tour-de-force as opera diva Carlotta" is a delight. One reviewer refers to her "golden voice" and another talks about the fun she has playing the evil character.
Planning a trip to Chicago this fall? Phantom runs through November 11, 2007, at the Theatre Building Chicago, performing Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, and Sundays at 2:30 pm. For more information and tickets, visit www.porchlighttheatre.com or call 773-327-5252.
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Ann Holt and Naomi Landman had their reunion picture taken by Sandy Sykes! Ben Landman arrived in Chicago the same day to visit his sister and see her show. A good time catching up was had by all!
In addition to Naomi, other Landmans continue to be involved in theater! Larry, who now lives in Durham, North Carolina, is currently in his second Gilbert & Sullivan production. In addition, the acting bug has moved to the next generation, as my daughter, Lauren, has appeared in a number of youth theater productions in the Detroit area, including "Annie", "A Christmas Carol", and "The King and I".
We had the opportunity to see Naomi's show, and thoroughly enjoyed it. We're looking forward to her next appearance on stage!
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