BANNERMAN ISLAND OUTDOOR THEATER

by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - September 15, 2024

What did our critic think of SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Blackfriars Theatre?...

by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - July 21, 2024

What did our critic think of RENT at Blackfriars Theatre?...

by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - July 15, 2024

Reviewing summer youth theatre productions is always an assignment I eagerly anticipate, because I’m reminded of the treasure trove of young theatrical talent that Rochester has to offer. Summer youth shows in Rochester (Blackfriars Theatre and JCC both have them) consistently feature professional-c...

by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - June 08, 2024

What did our critic think of THE COLOR PURPLE at Geva Theatre?...

by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - May 10, 2024

What did our critic think of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at JCC CenterStage Theatre?...

by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - May 10, 2024

One of theatre’s many powers is its ability to reflect the happenings of the outside world, illuminating events and societal trends, and even portending things to come. When “Cabaret” was written in 1966 we were only one generation removed from the biggest global conflict in world history, in which ...

by Noah Casner - May 03, 2024

I’ll be the first to admit that when it came time for me to see Three Mothers, I was a bit worried what the experience would be. Watching three women grieve the loss of their sons didn’t sound like the kind of activity I would generally choose to subject myself to for entertainment— it frankly seeme...

by Peyton VanDerheyden - April 21, 2024

What did our critic think of CHICAGO THE MUSICAL at Proctors Theatre?...

by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - April 20, 2024

What did our critic think of STELLA AND LOU at Out Of Pocket Productions?...

by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - April 13, 2024

What did our critic think of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at Company Theatre?...