Review: THE HATMAKER'S WIFE at Theater J
by Rachael F. Goldberg - Jun 14, 2024
Theater J closes new Artistic Director Hayley Finn’s first season on an enchanting high note. 'The Hatmaker’s Wife' is an emotional, charming, and thoughtful story about love in all its complexities.
Theater J Presents THE HATMAKER'S WIFE
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2024
Discover the enchanting blend of magic and realism in Theater J's season finale, THE HATMAKER'S WIFE, written by acclaimed playwright Lauren Yee and starring Ashley Nguyen. Opening June 5th.
24/6: A Jewish Theatre Company to Present TELEPHONE PLAYS Featuring Plays from Dael Orlandersmith and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 11, 2022
When theaters shut down during COVID, the effects of social isolation have been acutely felt by senior citizens and those who are housebound. In response, 24/6: A Jewish Theater Company has commissioned a diverse group of 16 playwrights to write 10 minute plays to be performed over the telephone one-on-one by individual volunteers to individual senior citizens and others who are housebound and don't have easy access to the internet.
City Winery D.C. Hosts 8 NIGHTS OF EIGHT NIGHTS A National Fundraiser For HIAS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2019
EIGHT NIGHTS, a new play from award-winning playwright Jennifer Maisel, is having a unique introduction to audiences - a series of benefit staged readings across America. The 8 Nights of EIGHT NIGHTS series will occur on at least 8 different nights in at least 8 different cities, to raise funds and awareness for HIAS.
Evolution-Feminism-Comedy Comes to Northern Light Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2018
'No book, no paper, no learned tome I had ever dug through during my dusty days as a student of archaeology had made mention of this. They said... 'Man discovered fire.' Man.' EDMONTON- Evolution, feminism and comedy come together in Bryony Lavery's quirky ORIGIN OF THE SPECIES.
BWW Review: THE GOOD DEVIL (IN SPITE OF HIMSELF) at WSC Avant Bard
by Roger Catlin - Jun 23, 2016
It turns out that there's a reason that WSC Avant Bard's production of The Good Devil (In Spite of Himself starts 15 minutes late. The actors who are running frantically back and forth for last minute details and consultation are actually already in character.
Avant Bard Theatre Premieres a Devilish Comedy Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2016
Avant Bard presents a riotous new comedy inspired by real events. When a commedia dell'arte theater troupe in 17th-century France is bedeviled by a royal decree forbidding them from speaking onstage, the rambunctious actors stage an ingenious revolt. Taking a flying leap off historical fact, The Good Devil (in Spite of Himself) is a hilarious spoof on art and censorship.
Avant Bard Theatre Premieres a Devilish Comedy Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2016
Avant Bard presents a riotous new comedy inspired by real events. When a commedia dell'arte theater troupe in 17th-century France is bedeviled by a royal decree forbidding them from speaking onstage, the rambunctious actors stage an ingenious revolt. Taking a flying leap off historical fact, The Good Devil (in Spite of Himself) is a hilarious spoof on art and censorship.
Avant Bard Theatre Premieres a Devilish Comedy This Summer
by Louisa Brady - May 29, 2016
Avant Bard presents a riotous new comedy inspired by real events. When a commedia dell'arte theater troupe in 17th-century France is bedeviled by a royal decree forbidding them from speaking onstage, the rambunctious actors stage an ingenious revolt. Taking a flying leap off historical fact, The Good Devil (in Spite of Himself) is a hilarious spoof on art and censorship.
BWW Reviews: With 'Dream Logic,' Aura Curiatlas Offers Mature, Amusing Dance Theatre
by Andrew White - May 13, 2015
Aura Curiatlas, and its current program 'Dream Logic' is dedicated to the idea that with a simple stage, simpler costumes and a sound cue or two, you can create magic. Their evening of 10 dance vignettes is fascinating exploration of dance, physics, romance, with a healthy dose of cheap slapstick. The daring physicality and creativity of the company is a reminder for those techno-geeks out there that the stage, still, truly belongs to the performing artist.
BWW Reviews: ABSOLUTELY {PERHAPS} Madcap Mad Men Look at Truth and Perception
by Pamela Roberts - Oct 20, 2014
In a visually stunning production, Constellation Theatre Company's Absolutely! {perhaps} explores questions of privacy, reality and truth. Gossip and insinuation run rampant in a small town when the new government official, his wife and his mother-in-law move to town and upset the cultural norms. Set gloriously in the mid-century, the production elements are a delight.