New Jersey Theater Reviews: Best Shows & Critic Recommendations Page 18

BWW Review: GET ON UP JAMES BROWN CELEBRATION at NJPAC
by Adam Cohen - November 21, 2016

A winning powerful tribute to James Brown from those who sang and played with him....

BWW Review: HYRONOMOUS A. FROG, THE FROG PRINCE at Silly On Sixth - Hudson Theatre Ensemble
by Adam Cohen - November 21, 2016

Puns. Frogs. Fairy Tales. Silly on Sixth does it again....

BWW Review: GODSPELL at The Eagle Theatre
by Pati Buehler - November 08, 2016

The Eagle Theatre takes a leap of faith that works...

BWW Review: MAD LOVE at NJ Rep-A Very Entertaining Modern Comedy
by Marina Kennedy - October 26, 2016

See 'Mad Love' at NJ Rep through November 20th. This very entertaining modern comedy is written by Marisa Smith and directed by Evan Bergman....

BWW Review: MAMA'S BOY at GSP is Intriguing Drama
by Marina Kennedy - October 24, 2016

See 'Mama's Boy' now at George Street Playhouse through November 6th. This intriguing family drama is written by Rob Urbinati, directed by David Saint and features an excellent cast....

BWW Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at The Growing Stage is Ideal Family Entertainment
by BWW Special Coverage - October 17, 2016

Peter and the Starcatcher is based on the bestselling children's book by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson. This Tony Award-winning show by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker, is now showing at the Growing Stage Theater in Netcong through 10/23....

BWW Review: DISGRACED at McCarter Theatre is an A-List Dinner Party You Don't Want to Miss!
by Sarah Vander Schaaff - October 17, 2016

Dinner party conversation goes deep, touching off unresolved notions of cultural, religious, and racial identities, between guests and within. ...

BWW Review: RICHARD III at STNJ is Powerful and Enthralling
by Marina Kennedy - October 14, 2016

An enthralling production of William Shakespeare's 'Richard III' is onstage at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. Directed by Paul Mullins and featuring a stellar cast, the show will be performed through Sunday, November 6th....

BWW Review: SINGLE BLACK FEMALE at Crossroads is a Theatrical Gem
by Marina Kennedy - October 13, 2016

'Single Black Female' is now on the Crossroads Theatre company Stage through October 23rd. Written by Lisa B. Thompson and directed by Shirley Jo Finney, this play is a theatrical gem....

BWW Review: THE PRODUCERS at Papermill Playhouse
by Adam Cohen - October 04, 2016

Hilarious, fun evening of musical theater with top notch performances, sparkling dancing, great singing, fabulous costumes, and Mel Brooks' wit....

BWW Review: THE PRODUCERS at Paper Mill Playhouse is Fabulous Entertainment
by Marina Kennedy - October 03, 2016

The Producers, now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through October 23rd, is a fabulous production of the hilarious hit musical. Directed by Don Stephenson, choreographed by Bill Burns with musical direction by James P. Moore, the show shines bright on the Millburn stage....

BWW Review: AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER at Axelrod Performing Arts Center
by Leigh Scheps - September 26, 2016

Sutton Foster has an exciting week ahead. On Tuesday, she starts rehearsals for the off-Broadway production of Sweet Charity and will appear on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert. On Wednesday, season 3 of Younger premieres on TVLand. But even with her busy schedule, the two-time Tony Award winner...

BWW Review: MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM at TRT is a Must-See Show
by Marina Kennedy - September 28, 2016

Start the fall theater season off right. Get your tickets for August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom now at Two River Theater through October 9th. The superb direction of Ruben Santiago-Hudson along with a stellar cast makes it a must-see production....

RED VELVET at STNJ is Brilliant and Important Theatre
by Marina Kennedy - September 15, 2016

'Red Velvet,' is now onstage at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey through September 25th. This important and brilliant piece of theatre is written by Lolita Chakrabarti, directed by Bonnie Monte and features a stellar cast....

BWW Review: Forgiveness Shines in BATHING IN MOONLIGHT at McCarter Theatre
by Sarah Vander Schaaff - September 17, 2016

Memory, love, and beauty play powerful roles in this story of a priest who falls in love with the beautiful pianist Marcela (Hannia Guillen) but not out of love with his vocation and calling for the church....

BWW Review: Eagle Theatre's KING OF EAST JABIP Grabs the Heart
by Pati Buehler - September 19, 2016

Barrymore Winner Tom McCarthy and daughter Kelly create a dramatic piece of work that everyone can relate to....

BWW Review: BAD JEWS at Black Box Performing Arts Center Of Teaneck, NJ
by Adam Cohen - September 08, 2016

Three cousins, one romance, and Chai heirloom. Who will win? Does it matter?...

BWW Review: LAS CRUCES at Premiere Stages is Outstanding Theatre
by Marina Kennedy - September 06, 2016

Premiere Stages at Kean University is now presenting 'Las Cruces' through September 18th. This thought provoking piece of theatre is written by Vincent Delaney and has inspired direction by the theatre's founding producing artistic director, John Wooton....

BWW Review: IAGO at NJ Rep is an Extraordinary Play Wonderfully Presented
by Marina Kennedy - August 29, 2016

IAGO, a true theatrical masterpiece, is now onstage at New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) through September 25th. With a brilliant and insightful script by the late James McLure and the splendid direction of the theatre's Artistic Director, SuzAnne Barabas, it is a must-see show....

BWW Review: LONG GONE DADDY at Mile Square Theatre
by Adam Cohen - July 21, 2016

A moving portrait of life, parenthood, stay at home dadness, and coming to terms with the past....

BWW Review: Shakespeare's CORIOLANUS at STNJ is Extraordinary
by Marina Kennedy - July 13, 2016

William Shakespeare's thrilling political drama, Coriolanus is now on stage at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) through July 24th....

BWW Review: CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION at Mile Square Theatre
by Adam Cohen - June 23, 2016

. Wonderful production of an award-winning play @ Mile Square Theatre...

BWW Review: ASSASSINS at Princeton Summer Theater Captivates!
by Sarah Vander Schaaff - June 19, 2016

Fans of this musical will not be disappointed...

BWW Review: NUNSENCE at Rhino Theater
by Adam Cohen - June 06, 2016

Get thee to the Rhino Theater for high jinks of the highest order...

BWW Review: AN EVENING WITH MATTHEW MORRISON at Mayo Performing Arts Center
by Leigh Scheps - May 23, 2016

I've met Matthew several times over the last decade and a half. The first time was in 2002, right after Hairspray opened. The second instance was at 54 Below, when he was seeing his on-screen arch nemesis, Jane Lynch, perform. Most recently, I got the chance to briefly chat with him backstage after ...