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by Joni Lorraine - December 16, 2024

Need a break from the deluge of holiday performance fare? Ready for something bold and spicy and adult-y? Need a new take on a classic, timeless comedy that goes in a perfectly campy direction? Done with innumerable versions of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, ELF, NUTCRACKER, IT’S A ...

by Sabrina Wallace - December 12, 2024

Peter Pan dazzles with stunning sets, magical flying effects, and catchy new songs. This Peter Pan may never want to grow up, but it certainly deserves to be part of the conversation on how we tell timeless stories for modern audiences....

by Sabrina Wallace - December 12, 2024

City Theatre’s Reckless explores absurdity and loss but falters with sluggish pacing and a script full of gaps. Stellar performances by Eric Kessler and Tracy Hurd shine, yet the dark humor doesn’t fully connect on a cold winter night....

by Sabrina Wallace - December 12, 2024

GroundFloor’s production of Falsettos masterfully walks the fine line between comedy and tragedy, presenting William Finn and James Lapine’s poignant musical with a bold, albeit occasionally polarizing, emphasis on its absurd humor....

by Sabrina Wallace - December 03, 2024

ZACH’s A Christmas Carol is a joyful celebration of the classic tale of redemption, making it the perfect way to embrace the holiday season alongside the entire family. #ATXTheatre #BroadwayWorld...

by Sabrina Wallace - November 29, 2024

Settling into the cozy intimacy of The Vortex, Different Stages' A Murder is Announced: A Miss Marple Mystery offers an evening brimming with suspense, charm, and delightful surprises. Perfect show for a chilly evening in the ATX!...

by Sabrina Wallace - November 27, 2024

Texas State University’s Sister Act was a vibrant celebration of resilience, friendship, and sisterhood. With standout performances, powerful music, and magnetic energy, the show soared uplifting the collective human spirit....

by Sabrina Wallace - November 26, 2024

Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery, now delighting audiences at Austin Playhouse, is a theatrical romp that blends the logic of a classic whodunnit with the absurdity of over-the-top comedy. It is a good laugh!...

by Sabrina Wallace - November 19, 2024

At City Theatre Austin, Payton Trahan (dir) captures the heart of “The Last Night of Ballyhoo” with precision and empathy, offering audiences a compelling reminder of the cost of exclusion and the beauty of embracing one’s roots....

by Sabrina Wallace - November 18, 2024

Valentine Davies' 'Miracle on 34th Street' has charmed audiences since its debut as a 1947 film. The Wimberley Players production captures the nostalgia of the era providing a heartfelt exploration of themes that resonate deeply, even today....