New Jersey Theater Reviews: Best Shows & Critic Recommendations Page 22

BWW Reviews: THE WHIPPING MAN is Gripping Drama at GSP through 2/14
by Marina Kennedy - January 29, 2015

'The Whipping Man' written by Matthew Lopez and directed by Seret Scott is now onstage at George Street Playhouse though February 15th. This poignant drama is a must-see theatrical event....

BWW Reviews: Durang's VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE a Delight at Paper Mill
by Michael Dale - January 28, 2015

Christopher Durang's Tony Winning Chekhov spin receives a handsome production....

BWW Reviews: Aging Book, Refreshing Cast in MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL at Bucks County Playhouse
by Marakay Rogers - January 26, 2015

It's an amusing show, and it's not so female-oriented that men won't be able to get a few laughs at it as well. It's surprisingly free of male-bashing, celebrating women rather than complaining about the opposite sex, and it's relatively gentle, although if you're easily embarrassed by the subject o...

BWW Review: Eagle Theater's CATCH ME IF YOU CAN
by Pati Buehler - January 26, 2015

In itself, there is no plausible reason why this story line should warrant a Broadway musical. However, at the hands of the multi- talented Terrence McNally (book); Marc Shaiman (music); Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman (lyrics) well, this venture does indeed “Fly, Fly Away.”...

BWW Reviews: SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD at McCarter is Extraordinary
by Leigh Byron - January 26, 2015

SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD at McCarter is extraordinary. Now on stage at McCarter Theatre through February 15....

BWW Reviews: ABSURD PERSON SINGULAR at TRT is a Gem
by Marina Kennedy - January 21, 2015

Don't miss 'Absurd Person Singular,' now on stage at Two River Theater through February 1st. Written by Allen Ayckbourn and directed by Jessica Stone and featuring a stellar cast, this show is a true gem for metropolitan area audiences....

BWW Reviews: SWIMMING AT THE RITZ is a Hit at NJ Rep
by Marina Kennedy - January 15, 2015

'Swimming at the Ritz' written by Charles Leipart and directed by SuzAnne Barabas stars Judith Hawiking and Christopher Daftsios. This is a must-see theatrical event that chronicles the fascinating life of Pamela Churchill Hayward Harriman....

BWW Reviews: HOLIDAY JUBILEE at Crossroads Theatre Company - Completely Delightful
by Marina Kennedy - December 17, 2014

The Fifth Annual 'Holiday Jubilee' is now on stage at Crossroads Theatre Company in New Brunswick through December 21st. This is a charming holiday theatrical event for the whole family....

BWW Reviews: EBENEZER at Resorts Casino Hotel
by Michael T. Mooney - December 16, 2014

You may wonder why the Ocean Professional Theatre Company's holiday offering EBENEZER is being presented in an Atlantic City casino showroom. This charming 350-seat theatre is one of the oldest performance spaces in Atlantic City, dating back to 1912. The Screening Room is a jewel box setting in wh...

BWW Reviews: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at STNJ is Magical for the Holidays
by Marina Kennedy - December 15, 2014

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey in Madison now has 'Much Ado About Nothing' by William Shakespeare onstage through December 28th. Directed by Scott Wentworth, this classic is a wonderful production for you to enjoy this holiday season....

BWW Reviews: Paper Mill's ELF is Heavy on the Showbiz Fun
by Michael Dale - December 07, 2014

Director Eric Ankrim's solid mounting is bursting with brassy talent....

BWW Reviews: ELF at Paper Mill Playhouse is Fabulous Fun through January 4th
by Marina Kennedy - December 03, 2014

'Elf' a holiday treat for the entire family is now on stage at Paper Mill Playhouse through January 4th. Area audiences should not miss the chance to see this fabulous musical theatre performance....

BWW Reviews: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Surflight Theatre
by Michael T. Mooney - December 02, 2014

THE WIZARD OF OZ, a holiday classic in the making, is now delighting audiences at Surflight Theatre in Beach Haven....

BWW Reviews: CAMELOT at Two River Theater is Spectacular
by Marina Kennedy - November 28, 2014

'Camelot' the renowned musical by Lerner and Loewe is on the Two River Stage through December 14th. Directed by David Lee, the production is wonderfully inventive with superb cast....

BWW Reviews: THE STORY OF THE NUTCRACKER, A Holiday Delight at The Growing Stage Through 12/21
by Marina Kennedy - November 26, 2014

'The Story of the Nutcracker' is now at The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey through December 21st. This play is a holiday classic for the whole family....

BWW Reviews: THE FABULOUS LIPITONES, Hilarity and Heart on the GSP Stage
by Marina Kennedy - November 25, 2014

'The Fabulous Lipitones' is the one to see this holiday season at George Street Playhouse now through December 14th. Written by John Markus and Mark St. Germain and directed by Michael Mastro, this new musical comedy is a hit....

BWW Reviews: ATG's SIZE MATTERS at Hamilton Stage, Insightful and Humorous
by Michael T. Mooney - November 18, 2014

American Theater Group is now presenting 'Size Matters' at the Hamilton Stage of Union County Performing Arts Center in Rahway through November 23rd. This one man show stars Raymond McAnally who also stars in the production. Metropolitan area audiences should not miss the opportunity to see this ...

BWW Reviews: LITTLE RED AND THE HOODS at Silly On Sixth - Hudson Theater Ensemble
by adam cohen - November 16, 2014

Engaging Kids Theater Spins a Classic Tale Anew...

BWW Reviews: Eagle Theatre's INTO THE WOODS is Enchanting
by Pati Buehler - November 11, 2014

'Be careful what you wish for' unless you are wishing for a delightful, intriguing spin on this sparkling fractured fairy tale....

BWW Reviews: ANGELS AND MINISTERS OF GRACE - A Poignant New Play at NJ Rep Through 11/23
by Marina Kennedy - October 29, 2014

'Angels and Ministers of Grace' is not onstage at New Jersey Repertory Company in Long Branch through 11/23. Directed by Marc Geller and written by Elaine Smith, this World Premiere play will captivate area audiences with a very real family story that is truly touching....

BWW Reviews: HENRY VIII at STNJ is Outstanding Theatre
by Marina Kennedy - October 27, 2014

'Henry VIII' directed by Paul Mullins in now onstage at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey through November 9th. Area audiences should relish the opportunity to see a stellar cast in Shakespeare's epic pageant....

BWW Reviews: Revised CAN-CAN Is Charmingly Fizzy
by Michael Dale - October 19, 2014

Patti Colombo's choreography and Jason Danieley's performance highlight this rewritten version of the the Porter/Burrows musical....

BWW Reviews: OUTSIDE MULLINGAR at GSP is Absolutely Superb
by Marina Kennedy - October 15, 2014

'Outside Mullingar' is now being performed at the George Street Playhouse through November 2nd. Written by John Patrick Shanley and directed by David Saint, this wonderful production is perfect to kick off the theatre's 2014-2015 season....

BWW Reviews: LETTERS FROM ZORA at Crossroads Theatre is Exceptional
by Marina Kennedy - October 14, 2014

Crossroads Theatre Company in New Brunswick is now presenting 'Letters from Zora: In Her Own Words' through October 25th. This exceptional one-woman play is written by Gabrielle Denise Pina, directed by Anita Dashiell-Sparks and stars Vanessa Bell Calloway as Zora Neale Hurston....

BWW Reviews: CAN-CAN at Paper Mill is Beyond Spectacular
by Marina Kennedy - October 09, 2014

'Can-Can' at Paper Mill Playhouse is onstage now through October 26th. This brand new, Broadway bound production of Cole Porter's classic musical is a must-see for area audiences....