Toronto Review: An eye popping 'Jungle Book' roars enthusiastically at Young People's Theatre
I was taken on a wild adventure ride through an immersive technology and multimedia to the urban jungle of Mowgli’s childhood in the forests of India…And I loved every 65 minutes of it.
New York Review: New Victory Presents CollaborationTown & Flint Repertory Theatre’s “Riddle of the Trilobites”
“A perfect evening for all ages, “Riddle of the Trilobites” delights, challenges, and encourages all of us to be the change we want to see in the world.”
Dallas Review: Wandernook Theatre Presents “You Can't Take It With You”
The talented cast and crew of Wandernook Theatre once again crafted a solid theatrical performance with their production of “You Can’t Take It with You.” Molly Bower skillfully directs this crackerjack ensemble cast to deliver a message of carpe diem and, in Bower’s words, memento mori.
Broadway Review: “Grand Horizons” at Second Stage’s Hayes Theater
Plays parsing the viability of monogamy are nothing new. The “sacred” tie that binds “one man and one woman” have been under scrutiny since the mythic Adam and Eve stumbled out of the garden shortly after their creation and subsequent fall from grace.
New York Review: “I Love White Men” at Caveat NYC
‘“I Love White Men” is a personal story but it also spends a lot of time discussing stereotypes of Singaporeans through the lens of these men that YY encounters throughout her life.”
Dallas Review: “The Drowsy Chaperone” at Firehouse Theatre
Firehouse Theatre once again turned up the heat on the DFW theatre scene and helped melt away the chilly winter blues with a fiery-hot production of “The Drowsy Chaperone.”
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.