Off-Broadway Review: The New Group’s “Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice” in The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center
The question that remains in my mind is why anyone would attempt to create a musical based on the dated 1969 motion picture “BOB & CAROL & TED & ALICE?”
Toronto Review: 'This Was the World' at Tarragon Theatre
Star power aside, this cast is lead by the searing work of Rachel VanDuzer as daughter Ava. The only non-academic in the story, Ms. VanDuzer must distinguish herself as an innocent casualty
Toronto Review: 'Radical Vitality, Solos and Duets' at the Bluma Appel Theatre
Marie Chouinard’s ‘Radical Vitality, Solos and Duets’ is sexy, sleek and sinewy. It pushes the boundaries of comfort. There’s nudity in the production so make sure you enter with an open mind.
New York Review: Théâtre du Rêve Expérimental’s Nick Payne’s “Constellations” presented by The Public Theater’s Under the Radar Festival and La MaMa
“Wang Chong and his Beijing Théâtre du Rêve Expérimental’s “Constellations” captures an incendiary brew of time, space, and theatricality.”
Toronto Review: 'Caroline, or Change' is heavenly glorious at The Winter Garden Theatre
I felt those same tears welling up in my eyes at the conclusion of this phenomenal ‘Caroline, or Change’ that I also felt at the conclusion of the Broadway and Canadian productions of ‘Come from Away’. I looked around and there were other audience members who quietly wiped said tears from their eyes as well.
New York Review: Working Theater presents “Border People” by Dan Hoyle
‘“Border People” is a fascinating, carefully-constructed exploration against myopia.”
Dallas Review: Allen Community Theatre Presents “Noises Off”
Allen Community Theatre swings the door wide open for some big laughs with their high-energy production of Michael Frayn’s popular farce, “Noises Off.”
Toronto Review: 'The Second City Totally Likes You' at Second City
Uproarious! Funny bone tickling entertainment skewered with razor sharp edges! Take your sweetie, take your lover, take your partner, take your friends, take your family, take them all to ‘Second City Totally Likes You’.
They do! They really do.
Toronto Review: 'Marjorie Prime' at Coal Mine Theatre
What was intriguing about Stewart Arnott’s direction of ‘Marjorie Prime’ and Gillian Gallow’s design work was the effort made to not make this look like a science fiction piece. This underscores the futuristic story with even more integrity..
Toronto Review: 'Jesus Hopped the A Train' at Soulpepper Theatre
An initial look at ‘Jesus Hopped The A Train’ plot might draw comparisons to television’s long running ‘Law and Order’. There’s more going on here, however, as these characters have been cut open by events regarding how the legal system has permeated their lives. And it’s for the worst.
Toronto Review: 'This is How We Got Here' at Aki Studio
‘This is How We Got Here’ deals with grief but there is more underlying the text. Playwright Keith Barker states his play “is about trying to find a connection after experiencing a devastating loss.” How very true this statement is.
New York Review: “Good Morning New York: A New Musical” at The Players Theatre
While there’s countless moments to wink and nod at a New York and media-insider audience, “Good Morning New York” succeeds when it slows down long enough to smell the coffee and let the characters connect.
New York Review: Moxie Arts NY's “From A to Double D” Presented by IRT Theater
““From A to Double D” is the story of one woman's life, one bra at a time.”
Los Angeles Review: "The Last Ship" sails to Los Angeles
Grammy Award winning Sting writes the music and lyrics to his newest musical “The Last Ship.” Los Angeles fans are lucky to see him perform in the roll of foreman “Jackie White” in a story of friendship, love and perseverance.
New York Review: Makuyeika Colectivo Teatral’s “Andares” presented by Under the Radar Festival at The Public
“Vibrant, painful and beautiful all at once.”
New York Review: Remote Theater Project’s “Grey Rock” presented by The Public Theater’s Under the Radar Festival
“Equal parts revelation as it is revelry, “Grey Rock” is a theatrical force to be reckoned with.”
Los Angeles Review: Cirque du Soleil's VOLTA "WOW'S" LA audiences
VOLTA is one of Cirque du Soleil's finest shows driven by a stirring melodic score with a full band and two singers. The talented performers infectious adventure and spirit fuels audience adoration throughout the show
Toronto Review: 'The Ghost Project' at The Theatre Centre
The Ghost Project, a one person show created and performed by Karie Richards, offers the insight of thirteen characters each with a tale connected to these questions. Playing this month at The Theatre Centre in Toronto, the performance winds its way into the darkness of these ethereal sightings, but some lack of depth prevents any substantive mining of these ghostly topics.
Toronto Review: 'Suitcase/Adrenaline' at Theatre Passe Muraille
I can’t even begin to imagine the hardships that a Syrian immigrant and refugee encounters and experiences in leaving a homeland and beginning a new life somewhere else. Performers Ahmad Meree and Nada Abusaleh are quite good in capturing those moments of emotional intensity in both plays needed without it going over the top into histrionics
“WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME”
Nominated for a Tony Award for Best Play and a finalist spot for the 2019 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, “What the Constitution Means to Me” will appeal to history buffs, liberals and feminists, but might make some in the audience uncomfortable as the playwright tackles abortion, equal citizen protection and immigration.