Connecticut Theater Reviews: Best Shows & Critic Recommendations Page 12

BWW Review: THOUSAND PINES at Westport
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - November 05, 2018

The national issue of gun violence is brought to the Westport Country Playhouse in the world premiere of Matthew Greene's Thousand Pines, directed by Austin Pendleton....

BWW Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Opera House Players
by Sean Fallon - November 04, 2018

For strong performances all around in a well known and emotionally moving tale, I highly recommend BEAUTY AND THE BEAST as produced by the Opera House Players in Enfield, CT. This is the perfect cast for this amazing production....

BWW Review: HENRY V at Hartford Stage
by Joseph Harrison - October 27, 2018

In Shakespeare's day his plays served multiple purposes. In some cases, they created an escape for the people to forget their troubles and laugh or revel with and through the characters on stage. In others, the stories served as cautionary tales that made audiences think about their own lives throug...

BWW Spotlight/Review: SWEET CHARITY at The Hartt School Of The University Of Hartford
by Joseph Harrison - October 22, 2018

It will come as no surprise to theater fans in Connecticut that we have an embarrassment of riches in our state when it comes to our favorite past-time. From multiple touring houses to some of the finest professional theaters in the country to top-notch community theater companies - Connecticut has ...

BWW Review: THE ROOMMATE at Long Wharf
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - October 22, 2018

Here's an odd couple for you. Warm, inviting, trusting Midwesterner Sharon (Linda Powell) and shadowy, cautious, tough-as-nails Robyn (Tasha Lawrence), whose last known residence was The Bronx. One suspects that Sharon, a 50something divorcee could use some extra money and, perhaps, some company. Ro...

BWW Review: THE RAT PACK LOUNGE at Connecticut Cabaret Theatre
by Sean Fallon - October 21, 2018

THE RAT PACK LOUNGE is a highly entertaining fictional musical comedy about Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis, Jr. The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre has yet again produced a first-rate show with the perfect cast for the roles they perform....

BWW Review: BEAT BUGS at Pantochino Productions
by Sean Fallon - October 20, 2018

Beatles Music is performed in a well written and performed show called Beat Bugs, suitable for the entire family, and a must see for Beatles fans, especially those who are astute at noticing lyrical references....

BWW Review: THE RIVER at TheaterWorks
by Joseph Harrison - October 14, 2018

When does a passion for something become an obsession? And does the desire to share that passion with another person create a unique opportunity to build a bond or an opportunity to push the other person away? 'When we find each other, are we trying to recapture someone that was once lost?' These ar...

BWW Review: LITTLE WITCHES at Downtown Cabaret Children's Theatre
by Sean Fallon - October 13, 2018

The Downtown Cabaret Children's Theatre has once again produced a musical that is entertaining for the entire family. LITTLE WITCHES has a compelling storyline and a talented cast, continuing with the consistent top quality of the Downtown Cabaret Children's Theater in Bridgeport, CT....

BWW Review: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Goodspeed Opera House
by Joseph Harrison - October 13, 2018

As a fan of musical theatre, there is nothing like sitting down with a favorite cast album and being transported (possibly for the umpteenth time) to fantastic worlds, bygone eras, or dramatic locales. These musical journeys help one forget the worries of day to day life and instead spend a couple h...

BWW Review: EVITA at ACT Of Connecticut
by Sean Fallon - October 12, 2018

The ACT of Connecticut has successfully followed up their debut show, "Mamma Mia," with another well known musical, EVITA, and like with "Mamma Mia," has staged a far superior production than anywhere else I have seen this show! ...

BWW Review: BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL at Connecticut Theatre Company
by Joseph Harrison - October 08, 2018

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BWW Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - October 01, 2018

Is there anything that Mark Lamos can't do extremely well when it comes to theater? His latest show at the Westport Country Playhouse, Man of La Mancha, is beyond masterful, from the direction to the performances to the choreography to the set design. Even if you think you've seen this show at least...

BWW Review: Andrew Lippa's WILD PARTY at Brookfield Theatre For The Arts
by Cindy Cardozo - September 26, 2018

Buckle up buttercups! Andrew Lippa's WILD PARTY now showing at Brookfield Theatre for the Arts, is not for the timid or faint of heart....

BWW Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at Playhouse On Park
by Joseph Harrison - September 23, 2018

There is something thrilling about discovering the backstory behind a treasured book, film or play. Learning about the origins of a favorite character or the life lessons gained long before they were introduced to you is a special thrill. This unique type of discovery, telling the tale of Peter Pan ...

BWW Review: THE JERSEY TENORS at Ridgefield Playhouse
by Sean Fallon - September 23, 2018

Incredible voices mixed with excellent song selections across various musical genres combined with personality based clean humor makes THE JERSEY TENORS a show that I highly recommend....

BWW Review: LEGALLY BLONDE at Downtown Cabaret Theatre
by Sean Fallon - September 22, 2018

The Downtown Cabaret Theatre in Bridgeport kicks off its new season with LEGALLY BLONDE, a comedic musical that features an ensemble cast a numerous highlights in terms of music, dancing, and comedy....

BWW Review: World Premiere of Bess Wohl's MAKE BELIEVE at Hartford Stage
by Joseph Harrison - September 16, 2018

Do you remember when you were a child and the best of days were made up of adventures in the woods, tea parties with your stuffed animals, and fantastic sword fights between friends? These exciting, but entirely made up worlds entertained our young minds for hours on end and, for some, kept us from ...

BWW Review: THE GUYS by Anne Nelson at John Lyman Center For The Performing Arts At Southern CT State University
by Cindy Cardozo - September 12, 2018

Southern CT University commemorates September 11 with the play 'The Guys', by Anne Nelson, starring alumnus Dan Lauria and Wendie Malick....

BWW Review: URINETOWN, THE MUSICAL at Ridgefield Theater Barn
by Sean Fallon - September 10, 2018

For a great musical comedy by a very talented cast, the Ridgefield Theater Barn delivers another first-rate show with URINETOWN, THE MUSICAL. This ensemble cast is extremely talented and bring their best efforts to this incredible show!...

BWW Review: THE BERNSTEIN CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION at Tanglewood Music Center
by Marc Savitt - August 28, 2018

The BERNSTEIN CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION AT TANGLEWOOD concert was one of the largest and most significant performances taking place worldwide in recognition of what would have been Leonard Bernstein's 100th birthday. The unprecedented and unparalleled event marked the climax of Tanglewood's season-lon...

BWW Review: A CHORUS LINE at Ivoryton Playhouse
by Joseph Harrison - August 20, 2018

A CHORUS LINE, the hit musical about dancers auditioning for a Broadway show played for 6,137 performances in its original run and, depending on who you ask, there are numerous reasons for that. First, and foremost, audiences connected with the people on stage and their experiences. They saw their o...

THE UNDERSTUDY at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - August 19, 2018

There's no better way to end the summer than by seeing The Understudy at Connecticut's legendary theatre....

BWW Review: ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE at Sharon Playhouse
by Sean Fallon - August 19, 2018

Alison Arngrim (Nellie Oleson from Little House on the Prairie) and Carter Calvert portray Louise Seger and Patsy Cline, respectively, in the Ted Swindley comedic musical entitled ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE, which is based on a true story that has humor that can be appreciated both by major Patsy Cline fans...

BWW Review: SOCIAL SECURITY at Connecticut Cabaret Theatre
by Sean Fallon - August 18, 2018

The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre has yet again put forth a great comedy called SOCIAL SECURITY. The show is guaranteed to generate laughs through excellent acting with a talented cast that gels together like a real family....