Mike Zizka
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BWW Review: VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE at Castle Craig Players (May 14, 2022)
Castle Craig Players Bring Durang's VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE To Meriden (Apr 26, 2022)
Photos: Little Theatre of Manchester Presents ARSENIC AND OLD LACE (Feb 8, 2022)
BWW Review: VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE at Castle Craig Players (May 14, 2022)
Castle Craig Players Bring Durang's VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE To Meriden (Apr 26, 2022)
Photos: Little Theatre of Manchester Presents ARSENIC AND OLD LACE (Feb 8, 2022)
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BWW Review: VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE at Castle Craig Players
On Friday, May 13th, I saw a play I was previously not familiar with. VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE was performed by the Castle Craig Players at the Almira F. Stephan Memorial Playhouse in Meriden, CT. This is a modern (about ten years ago) play written by controversial playwright Christopher Durang. The genres encompassed include dark drama, dark comedy, and even a political rant. The audience reactions throughout the show suggest that they truly enjoyed the show. While the show certainly has comedic elements, I feel that this show can be best appreciated if audience members come to the show expecting to see what is more of a very dark and twisted drama than a comedy, as I feel that drama is the more dominant genre in this show.
On Friday, May 13th, I saw a play I was previously not familiar with. VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE was performed by the Castle Craig Players at the Almira F. Stephan Memorial Playhouse in Meriden, CT. This is a modern (about ten years ago) play written by controversial playwright Christopher Durang. The genres encompassed include dark drama, dark comedy, and even a political rant. The audience reactions throughout the show suggest that they truly enjoyed the show. While the show certainly has comedic elements, I feel that this show can be best appreciated if audience members come to the show expecting to see what is more of a very dark and twisted drama than a comedy, as I feel that drama is the more dominant genre in this show.
Castle Craig Players Bring Durang's VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE To Meriden
Christopher Durang's multi-award-winning comedy, 'VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE' romps across the Castle Craig Players' stage May 13-22, as the fourth show in the group's 29th Anniversary Season.
Christopher Durang's multi-award-winning comedy, 'VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE' romps across the Castle Craig Players' stage May 13-22, as the fourth show in the group's 29th Anniversary Season.
Photos: Little Theatre of Manchester Presents ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
Little Theatre of Manchester, one of Connecticut's oldest community theatres still in operation, announced today their upcoming production of the beloved dark comedy Arsenic and Old Lace. The hilarious play, believed to be based on an infamous series of boarding house murders in Windsor, CT, runs now through February 20, 2022 at the National Historic Landmark Cheney Hall located at 177 Hartford Road in Manchester, CT.
Little Theatre of Manchester, one of Connecticut's oldest community theatres still in operation, announced today their upcoming production of the beloved dark comedy Arsenic and Old Lace. The hilarious play, believed to be based on an infamous series of boarding house murders in Windsor, CT, runs now through February 20, 2022 at the National Historic Landmark Cheney Hall located at 177 Hartford Road in Manchester, CT.
Little Theatre Of Manchester Revives Classic Comedy ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
Little Theatre of Manchester, one of Connecticut's oldest community theatres still in operation, announced today their upcoming production of the beloved dark comedy Arsenic and Old Lace. The hilarious play, believed to be based on an infamous series of boarding house murders in Windsor, CT, will run February 4-20, 2022 at the National Historic Landmark Cheney Hall located at 177 Hartford Road in Manchester, CT.
Little Theatre of Manchester, one of Connecticut's oldest community theatres still in operation, announced today their upcoming production of the beloved dark comedy Arsenic and Old Lace. The hilarious play, believed to be based on an infamous series of boarding house murders in Windsor, CT, will run February 4-20, 2022 at the National Historic Landmark Cheney Hall located at 177 Hartford Road in Manchester, CT.
Warner Stage Company Presents Ken Ludwig's THE GAME'S AFOOT(or HOLMES FOR THE HOLIDAYS)
The Warner Stage Company will present the murderously funny thriller THE GAME'S AFOOT (or HOLMES FOR THE HOLIDAYS) in the Warner's Nancy Marine Studio Theatre December 9-17. The danger and hilarity are non-stop in this glittering whodunit set in William Gillette's Connecticut castle which won the 2012 Mystery Writers of America Edgar Allen Poe Award for Best Play.
The Warner Stage Company will present the murderously funny thriller THE GAME'S AFOOT (or HOLMES FOR THE HOLIDAYS) in the Warner's Nancy Marine Studio Theatre December 9-17. The danger and hilarity are non-stop in this glittering whodunit set in William Gillette's Connecticut castle which won the 2012 Mystery Writers of America Edgar Allen Poe Award for Best Play.
Warner Stage Company Presents Agatha Christie's AND THEN THERE WERE NONE
The Warner Stage Company will present Agatha Christie's AND THEN THERE WERE NONE in the Warner Theatre's Nancy Marine Studio Theatre this September!
The Warner Stage Company will present Agatha Christie's AND THEN THERE WERE NONE in the Warner Theatre's Nancy Marine Studio Theatre this September!
Little Theatre of Manchester to Present A Reading of NEVER THE SINNER
Little Theatre of Manchester's popular script-in-hand play-reading series, begins on March 14, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. with a reading of John Logan's dramatization of the 1920's Leopold and Loeb crime and trial, NEVER THE SINNER.
Little Theatre of Manchester's popular script-in-hand play-reading series, begins on March 14, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. with a reading of John Logan's dramatization of the 1920's Leopold and Loeb crime and trial, NEVER THE SINNER.
Photo Flash: Laughter and Tears in CALENDAR GIRLS at the Little Theatre of Manchester
Little Theatre of Manchester began its 2017 SEASON with a heartwarming comedy about friendship and loyalty. This REVEALING COMEDY, inspired by the Hollywood hit movie, entertained a sold-out audience on Friday night as laughter filled the room. The audience would intently quiet one minute during the more sentimental moments and then at other times there would be an eruption of laughter. Scroll down for a first look at the cast in action!
Little Theatre of Manchester began its 2017 SEASON with a heartwarming comedy about friendship and loyalty. This REVEALING COMEDY, inspired by the Hollywood hit movie, entertained a sold-out audience on Friday night as laughter filled the room. The audience would intently quiet one minute during the more sentimental moments and then at other times there would be an eruption of laughter. Scroll down for a first look at the cast in action!
Hollywood Hit to Ring in the New Year at Little Theatre of Manchester
Little Theatre of Manchester begins its 2017 SEASON with a heartwarming comedy about friendship and loyalty. This REVEALING COMEDY, inspired by the Hollywood hit movie, is set to launch LTM's 2017 Season!
Little Theatre of Manchester begins its 2017 SEASON with a heartwarming comedy about friendship and loyalty. This REVEALING COMEDY, inspired by the Hollywood hit movie, is set to launch LTM's 2017 Season!
2016 Play Reading Series to Close with Pulitzer Prize-Winning and Tony Award-Winning Masterpiece Drama
The Little Theatre of Manchester will close its 2016 Evenings@7 Playreading Series with the winner of five TONY® Awards & the 2008 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, August: Osage County by Tracy Letts.
The Little Theatre of Manchester will close its 2016 Evenings@7 Playreading Series with the winner of five TONY® Awards & the 2008 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, August: Osage County by Tracy Letts.
Little Theatre of Manchester to Continue 2016 Season with CLYBOURNE PARK
Little Theatre of Manchester continues its 2016 season with the Greater Hartford premiere of Bruce Norris' award-winning play, CLYBOURNE PARK, sponsored by First Niagara Bank Foundation.
Little Theatre of Manchester continues its 2016 season with the Greater Hartford premiere of Bruce Norris' award-winning play, CLYBOURNE PARK, sponsored by First Niagara Bank Foundation.
BWW Reviews: Little Theatre of Manchester Takes a Tour of the American SONGBOOK - with Some Detours
Music Director Kim Aliczi puts together a selection of more than 30 musical numbers from members of the great American Songbook like Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Irving Berlin with medleys featuring tunes from one composer or themes, like songs about trains.
Music Director Kim Aliczi puts together a selection of more than 30 musical numbers from members of the great American Songbook like Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Irving Berlin with medleys featuring tunes from one composer or themes, like songs about trains.
BWW Reviews: Farmington Valley Stage Co's DINNER WITH FRIENDS Dishes out Marital Distress
Margulies' intimate look at the hidden cracks in marriage foundation reveals a very solid play at Farmington Valley Stage Company.
Margulies' intimate look at the hidden cracks in marriage foundation reveals a very solid play at Farmington Valley Stage Company.
The Warner Theatre Welcomes ANYTHING GOES This Weekend
The Warner Stage Company will present Cole Porter's six time Tony Award-Winning Musical Anything Goes this weekend at the Warner.
The Warner Stage Company will present Cole Porter's six time Tony Award-Winning Musical Anything Goes this weekend at the Warner.
Warner Theatre Presents Cole Porter's ANYTHING GOES, Now thru 5/12
Today, May 4 through May 12, the Warner Stage Company will present Cole Porter's six time Tony Award-Winning Musical Anything Goes.
Today, May 4 through May 12, the Warner Stage Company will present Cole Porter's six time Tony Award-Winning Musical Anything Goes.
Warner Theatre to Present Cole Porter's ANYTHING GOES, 5/4-12
On May 4-12, the Warner Stage Company will present Cole Porter's six time Tony Award-Winning Musical Anything Goes.
On May 4-12, the Warner Stage Company will present Cole Porter's six time Tony Award-Winning Musical Anything Goes.
BWW Reviews: Little Theatre of Manchester's VIRGINIA WOOLF is Vicious and Vibrant
Can't afford a trip to see the current Broadway revival? LTM's VIRGINIA WOOLF is nothing to be afraid of...
Can't afford a trip to see the current Broadway revival? LTM's VIRGINIA WOOLF is nothing to be afraid of...
2012 BWW Connecticut Regional Awards - LIVE Update 12/24 - Final Week to Vote!
Voting is now underway for the Connecticut Awards and continues until December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January.
Voting is now underway for the Connecticut Awards and continues until December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January.
2012 BWW Connecticut Regional Awards - LIVE Update - Snyder, Dennehy and More in the Lead - 12/17!
Voting is now underway for the Connecticut Awards and continues until December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January. Check out the live standings below.
Voting is now underway for the Connecticut Awards and continues until December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January. Check out the live standings below.
2012 BWW Connecticut Regional Awards - LIVE Update Teal Wicks and More in the Lead - 12/10!
Voting is now underway for the Connecticut Awards and continues until December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January. Check out the live standings below.
Voting is now underway for the Connecticut Awards and continues until December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January. Check out the live standings below.
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