Maurice Hines TAPPIN' thru LIFE-More Yappin than Tappin but It's All Good

I was charmed by this musical autobiographical singing/dancing/multi-media recap of Maurice Hines' rise to shine on stage; along with his brother Gregory.  Maurice the big brother may have been cast in his brother's shadow in later years.  Gregory was a cross over star on stage & screen, earning a Tony and dancing on film with Barishnikov (White Knights.)  Sadly, Gregory "transitioned" in ('03) at the age of 57.  However, this is a jubilant show filled with family photos, an all "diva" jazz band, singing and 2 sets of young siblings who demonstrated remarkable tappin' skills.  The jealous jabbing at the 2 young Manzari brothers by Maurice was intended to tip the hat to tap's thriving LEGacy.  The Manzari brothers did their own choreography and I would follow them to watch their fancy footwork.  Maurice did his own choreography - what little there was,  and sang too much. But, hey, Maurice is 72 and while he didn't entertain with a lot of razzle dazzle dance, entertain he did.  We took a stroll down memory lane.  This included the shame of segregation in the 50's; a cruel awakening to the Hines brothers.  The young brothers were a major act in Vegas but not permitted to stay in the hotels where they were performing.  Invited to swim as a guest by the legendary Talulah Bankhead at her hotel's pool, Maurice said Gregory noticed everyone leaving when they entered.  And, afterwards, they watched as the pool was drained.  In spite of our ignominious racial bigotry, this delightful 90 minute show is overflowing with warmth, familial bonds and the love for tap dancing.  I would have loved more dancing.  Still, I fervently recommend this show.  It is both a testament to tap, talent and the effervescent joy that comes through music & dance.