Murder for Two Stage Musical Review

Murder for Two, review from a live stage performance at the Milwaukee Rep

After seeing the recent big screen remake of the lukewarm Murder on the Orient Express, I was a bit leery entering the theater for another murder mystery. But trepidation faded instantly for laughs, suspense, and much earned ovations. Murder for Two – at 90 minutes – is about as much fun as one can pack into a simple musical production, complex with story and performance art. The term tour de force exists for the kind of performance given by Joe Kinosian (who also co-wrote the show with Kellen Blair). It’s a must see feat of genius! You falter between watching and marveling at how any artist has the stamina to accomplish what he does.