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Review: Lending an ear to VAN GOGH'S IN THE ATTIC at Abbey Theater In Dublin Photo Review: Lending an ear to VAN GOGH'S IN THE ATTIC at Abbey Theater In Dublin
by Paul Batterson - April 09, 2024

Cooney’s script is much like a van Gogh painting. Some characters, like Erin, are created with intricate paintbrush strokes; others are fingerpainted in concentric circles....


Review: EL TERREMOTO at Tarragon Theatre Photo Review: EL TERREMOTO at Tarragon Theatre
by Ilana Lucas - April 08, 2024

When the ground beneath your feet starts, to move it's an unmooring, dangerous feeling. That’s the sensation that shakes at the core of Christine Quintana’s complex and refreshing new play, EL TERREMOTO (The Earthquake), which may shake you from your seat—even without the help of the intense rumble ...


Review: CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT, 18 Candleriggs Photo Review: CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT, 18 Candleriggs
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 19, 2024

Christmas by Candlelight is a two night festive extravaganza staged by JM Theatricals at 18 Candleriggs. Led by John McGlone, a cast of professional singers and an ensemble choir perform Christmas classics in the cosy setting of 18 Candleriggs. ...


Review: BLUE, London Coliseum Photo Review: BLUE, London Coliseum
by Alexander Cohen - April 24, 2023

A confident production of a conceptually flawed opera....


Review: KING JOHN at Shelton Auditorium Photo Review: KING JOHN at Shelton Auditorium
by Melissa Hall - October 10, 2022

What did our cOne of the highlights of this year‘s Bard Fest is the rarely-produced King John. There are whispers of other Shakespeare plays echoing in the heartbreaking history All the classics are there but presented in a show that’s often overlooked. There are warring families, devious brothers, ...


Exclusive: Watch Eden Espinosa and Andrew Samonsky Sing 'Speed' in LEMPICKA Photo Exclusive: Watch Eden Espinosa and Andrew Samonsky Sing 'Speed' in LEMPICKA
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2024

Eden Espinosa is at last a Tony nominee for her performance in Lempicka, and this exclusive clip is proof that the honor was well earned. Watch as she duets with Andrew Samonsky in 'Speed' from the show's second act!...


Cast and Creative Team Set For THE FAR COUNTRY at Berkeley Repertory Theatre Photo Cast and Creative Team Set For THE FAR COUNTRY at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 26, 2024

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the West Coast premiere of Pulitzer Prize finalist Lloyd Suh’s The Far Country, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Peet’s Theatre beginning in March....


Review Roundup: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at Almeida Theatre Photo Review Roundup: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at Almeida Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 18, 2024

See what the critics are saying about Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at Almeida Theatre. Read the reviews for the production starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and learn more!...


Review: Chance Theater Presents OC Premiere of Dark Comedy GLORIA Photo Review: Chance Theater Presents OC Premiere of Dark Comedy GLORIA
by Michael Quintos - October 11, 2024

Offering a sharp and multi-layered commentary on modern workplace culture, unchecked ambition, and the public-stoked commodification of trauma, playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' intriguing play GLORIA—a riveting new dark comedy that was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize—is currently having its OC p...


2nd Act Series: Patty Walcott Henderson Comes To The Palace Theatre Photo 2nd Act Series: Patty Walcott Henderson Comes To The Palace Theatre
by Stephi Wild - March 24, 2023

On Wednesday, May 24th at 7 PM, recently retired registered nurse Patty Walcott Henderson will share the inspiring story of how she turned her life around in her second act. ...


Smuin Rings In the Holidays With THE CHRISTMAS BALLET Photo Smuin Rings In the Holidays With THE CHRISTMAS BALLET
by A.A. Cristi - September 20, 2024

Smuin's THE CHRISTMAS BALLET will return from Nov. 23 to Dec. 24, offering a festive performance to celebrate the holiday season. ...


Review: THE HANDMAID'S TALE Haunts Edmonton Photo Review: THE HANDMAID'S TALE Haunts Edmonton
by Sarah Dussome - September 24, 2022

The Royal Winnipeg Ballet breathes life into the internationally acclaimed dystopia....


CHILDDEATHSONG Opens At The Brooklyn Center For Theatre Research This Week Photo CHILDDEATHSONG Opens At The Brooklyn Center For Theatre Research This Week
by Stephi Wild - March 04, 2024

Childdeathsong opens at The Brooklyn Center for Theatre Research this week. Learn more about the play here!...


Smuin Contemporary Ballet Celebrates The Season With THE CHRISTMAS BALLET Photo Smuin Contemporary Ballet Celebrates The Season With THE CHRISTMAS BALLET
by A.A. Cristi - October 24, 2024

Smuin's THE CHRISTMAS BALLET returns with three world premieres, showcasing a blend of classical and contemporary dance from November 23 to December 24....


Review: GRUPO CORPO at Kennedy Center Photo Review: GRUPO CORPO at Kennedy Center
by Michela Dwyer - March 02, 2024

What did our critic think of GRUPO CORPO at Kennedy Center?...


Review: HAIR (DRESS REHEARSAL) at Göta Lejon Photo Review: HAIR (DRESS REHEARSAL) at Göta Lejon
by Annette Stolt - January 28, 2023

A production of Hair set in current time an full of energy...


Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL National Tour Photo Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL National Tour
by Rachel Weinberg - August 15, 2024

= BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL is a fun and faithful adaptation of the 1985 film — but it’s overly long and generically scored. With music and lyrics by Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard (Silvestri composed the film’s original score) and book by Bob Gale, the musical has a typical pop Broadway sco...


SECOND ACT SNACKS Starring Matthew Mucha and Taylor Okey Announces Second Season Photo SECOND ACT SNACKS Starring Matthew Mucha and Taylor Okey Announces Second Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 23, 2022

Second Act Snacks, a digital series following Matthew “Mooch” Mucha (Harmony) and Taylor Okey (Bandstand), will return to Broadstream for a second season. New episodes will be available to stream on Friday, June 24, 2022 exclusively on the new, free-for-user streaming platform....


SECOND ACT SNACKS Starring Matthew Mucha and Taylor Okey Announces Second Season Photo SECOND ACT SNACKS Starring Matthew Mucha and Taylor Okey Announces Second Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 23, 2022

Second Act Snacks, a digital series following Matthew “Mooch” Mucha (Harmony) and Taylor Okey (Bandstand), will return to Broadstream for a second season. New episodes will be available to stream on Friday, June 24, 2022 exclusively on the new, free-for-user streaming platform....


Review: HAMILTON at Ohio Theatre Photo Review: HAMILTON at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - October 10, 2022

What did our critic think of HAMILTON at Ohio Theatre? Before the lights fade and the curtain parts on HAMILTON at the Ohio Theatre, the audience receives a message from King George (Peter Matthew Smith) reminding them to shut off their cell phones and to enjoy 'MY show.'...


Review: CAMELOT at North Coast Repertory Theatre Photo Review: CAMELOT at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - June 04, 2024

North Coast Repertory Theatre invites audiences to experience ”for one brief shining moment”  King Arthur’s kingdom of “Camelot” - a place where magic and the classic music Lerner and Lowe reign.  “Camelot” is playing at North Coast Repertory Theatre through June 30th....


BWW Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at The Village Theater Photo BWW Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at The Village Theater
by Amelia Divine - January 27, 2025

What did BroadwayWorld's critic think of Dial M for Murder at The Village Theater? Read the review here and learn more about The Village Theater's production....


GISELLE Comes to the Norwegian National Ballet Next Month Photo GISELLE Comes to the Norwegian National Ballet Next Month
by Stephi Wild - August 08, 2022

With scenes so beautiful they take your breath away and love so strong it conquers death. You won’t want to miss this gripping ballet with the Norwegian National Ballet!...


BWW Review: WILD TANGO at Peacock Theatre Photo BWW Review: WILD TANGO at Peacock Theatre
by Vikki Jane Vile - May 17, 2022

Save for COVID, German Cornejo and his company of Tango dancers have thrilled audiences with their sultry, authentic displays of the much loved Ballroom dance for countless seasons in London. It may have been predictable but it was enjoyable and well executed. Now for their return post-pandemic, the...


Review: THE SUBSTANCE OF FIRE at Ruskin Group Photo Review: THE SUBSTANCE OF FIRE at Ruskin Group
by Evan Henerson - July 29, 2024

Rob Morrow has found a dramatic vehicle that – more than 25 years after its premiere - is deepening and maturing as intriguingly as the actor himself. Baitz’s play is small with a loud heart. Director Mike Reilly, Morrow and co. do it up proud....






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