‘Sophie Tucker’ Sings At The New Rep

Mary Callanan as Sophie Tucker (Rob Lorino)
“Sophie Tucker: The Last of the Red Hot Mamas” is playing now at Watertown’s New Repertory Theater. Known for her robust character, spicy one-liners and husky voice, Sophie Tucker is the subject of our conversation.
Guests:
- Mary Callanan, Sophie in “Sophie Tucker”
- Kate Warner, artistic director of the New Repertory Theater and Director of “Sophie Tucker”
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Attended Sunday’s performance. Loved Mary Callahan’s presentation of the best side of Sophie Tucker’s hard, exciting & successful career as a performer. We appreciated her enormous talent while showcasing it in a discreet manner, befitting the present day audience.Bravo to the NewRep for their excellent & entertaining programs.