“Once, the Musical” is a simple plot set in between intricate songs: Over five days and 16 musical numbers, Guy (Tom Frank) and Girl (Aurora Florence) record a demo album and, though still reeling from past relationships, begin to fall in love. “Once, the Musical” is buoyed by its musicianship and in-the-round staging at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. Frank and Florence shine during the songs, but they don’t present a convincing love connection. They proclaim their love for each other, but it comes across as just that: a proclamation, not the real thing. 'Once, the Musical' Where: Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, 18000 Park Plaza Drive, CerritosWhen: 8 p.m. Friday, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 25, 2019 18:00 UTC