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Finding Neverland Essay

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James Graham’s Finding Neverland beautifully captured the magnificence of J. M. Barrie’s world. The play was intriguing, and I was constantly on the edge of my seat, wondering what might happen next. This musical has captured my heart and soul; it even brought me to tears, a feat not accomplished by any media since Prince Caspian in 2008. Finding Neverland gave me a peak into not only the life of J. M. Barrie, but the creation of one of my favorite fairytales, which I had thought I had gotten too old for. Graham’s script, which was brought to life by an impossibly talented cast, reminded me of the very essence of Peter Pan, that growing up is optional and you are never too old to have fun, a lesson I’ve forgotten in recent times.
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