Powerful message from ‘Hairspray’ at The Plaza

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  • “Hairspray, The Musical” is much more than just an entertaining song-anddance show (though it does qualify there, too); it also provides strong social commentary on 1960s American history, culture, and race relations.
    “Hairspray, The Musical” is much more than just an entertaining song-anddance show (though it does qualify there, too); it also provides strong social commentary on 1960s American history, culture, and race relations.
  • Kellsey Ortega, who played Tracy Turnblad, the primary character in “Hairspray,” shares a moment with actor Tom Crowell, who played her father in the musical play.
    Kellsey Ortega, who played Tracy Turnblad, the primary character in “Hairspray,” shares a moment with actor Tom Crowell, who played her father in the musical play.
    Bright colors, infectious rhythms, and joyful choreography filled The Plaza Arts Center last weekend as “Hairspray, The Musical” entertained and enthralled near-sold-out crowds. The production, led by fledgling director Michael A. Blackmon, will return for four more shows this weekend at the unique, historic venue near downtown Eatonton. Blackmon, 51, who also serves as co-choreographer alo...

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