Review of Carousel (1956) by Katrina B — 18 Mar 2007

I own all of Rodgers and Hammersteins musicals and this one is no acception. A wonderful musical that only they can make.

This review of Carousel (1956) was written by Katrina B on 18 Mar 2007.

Carousel has generally received mixed reviews.

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