Theater Thursday - Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon

We received complimentary tickets to Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon for review purposes. Any and all opinions expressed here are our own. 

What: Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon

Where: Marjorie S. Deane Little Theatre

             10 W. 64th St.

              New York,  NY

Who: Recommended for Ages 8 and Older

When: Through February 22, 2026

There is something irresistibly catchy about a Burt Bacharach song. They all sound so simple and easy to sing. Yet, when you really look closely into their structure, they are often quite surprisingly complex. Bacharach was a songwriter whose career spanned numerous genres, including general pop songs, songs written for movies or Broadway shows, and more. 

Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon is a new musical that covers the songs of this iconic composer. The show is more of a revue than a traditional book musical. This allows as many of his songs as possible to be crammed into the approximately 2-hour running time, something that any true Bacharach lover should appreciate.  

Even so, with such a prolific catalogue, there are still going to be a large number of songs left out, although quite a few popular favorites do appear in the show. "Close to You," "Walk on By", and a medley of songs from the stage musical Promises, Promises is just a small sampling of songs included. A few more favorites are jammed in with a medley toward the tail end of the show. 

Cast member John Pagano spent numerous years as a vocalist touring with Burt Bacharach himself. He is joined by the lovely-voiced Hilary Kole and Ta-Tynsia Wilson.  The three take turns singing solos and duets. There is also an occasional trio. Musical director Adrian Galante also sings in addition to playing piano and clarinet. The four also share tidbits about Bacharach's career and particular songs throughout the show. 

If you can't get enough of Burt Bacharach's songs, you're going to love this show.  If you are unsure if you are familiar with his music, check out his catalogue, and you may be surprised by how many of his songs you actually know and love. 

And that's our view. For more about Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon or to purchase tickets, go to goingbacharach.com

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Photo credits: 

All Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon production photos by Russ Rowland

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