Review of Barefoot in the Park (1967) by Ken Hanke for Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC) — 17 Sep 2003

Enjoyable star comedy version of the play.

This review of Barefoot in the Park (1967) was written by Ken Hanke and published by Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC) on 17 Sep 2003.

Barefoot in the Park has generally received positive reviews.

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