“I can not wait to see what this powerful group of women does next.”

“‘The Water Gun Song’ becomes a possible starting point to begin that discussion with all young people about racial tension. Given the fact theatres are currently closed, this streamed presentation allows us to enter this world and see things from both a child’s and adult’s point of view.”

“Combining realistic scenes with beautiful abstract devised work, “Who’s There?” captures something truly remarkable. Using all that the virtual medium will offer, they tell a story that spans continents, seeks to unite, and leaves you asking some very important questions.”

“‘In These Uncertain Times’ is the perfect reflection of how artists are feeling at this moment in history. It is a play that shows all the hurt and fear but also the love of those around us and the desire to create.”

“Recently, I shared a most enjoyable conversation with Necessary Angel’s Artistic Director Alan Dilworth and artist Alana Bridgewater about the Resilience Project Shorts. In a press release I received from the company, Mr. Dilworth spoke about Necessary Angel’s ‘new ways to make meaning and connect with our communities in the face of the staggering challenges and changing circumstances of this time of the Covid -19 pandemic.’”

“Eden Theater Company should be commended for experimenting with large themes while dealing with an unreliable theatrical environment. Sometimes the medium is just not the right construct for the message.”

“Was it worth the risk that I took to watch this world premiere? Yes, it was. It might be interesting to see how this production fares live in front of an audience where we can keep our focus on the central character.”

“If the opportunity ever arises for you to submit a mundane mystery to The Ministry of Mundane Mysteries, jump at the chance.”

“Et Alia is truly making the best out of a bad situation and uniting artists across the world in a project that is both intimate and moving.”

“Myers and Schaal cleverly enrich the story with a number of simple metaphors and symbols that sprout into deeper connections and more lofty themes. “

“The International Online Theatre Festival is a paradigm example of how the theatre community worldwide should and can continue using virtual platforms, streaming, archives, and sharing to foster discussion, magnification, and empathy across emotional and physical borders in a twenty-first-century world.”

Rhiannon Collett took the material and ran with it, imbuing Franking with warmth, while director Stephen Colella found ways to deal with some of the hurdles in the script…

I applaud Fabulist Theatre’s opportunity to showcase the talent of these young people. The company promotes inclusivity and re-imagination. Every member of this company gets a chance to tell their story. The performers who were involved got a chance to tell their ‘Disneyfied’ story.

Anita Majumder’s ‘Flower Girl’ challenges the viewer to consider what the world should look like after the Covid-19 lock-down. It had me thinking what my responsibility is in making those changes come about. These questions might not be top of mind during a conversation between a bride and her wedding planner, but that is just what Ms. Majumder’s story gives us.

For a piece written in such a short time Dyer wrote a twenty-minute play of character depth which became emotional for me. From the moment Carrie enters the room and pulls the duvet over her, I was pulled in. The stress she shares with the audience is sharply felt.

The phrase “these are strange times” is getting a little tiresome, but a project from Tarragon Theatre this weekend alternatively reminds us that difficulties can inspire unique and powerful creativity. To replace their scrubbed annual gala, seventeen resident playwrights were challenged to create and perform five minute playlets based on the theme of possibility and hope for a post covid world

Even though live theatre is not in the cards, if anyone can conjure up a way to entertain Geffen patrons and fans, Helder Guimarães’ is a performer who can work his magic.

A strong symbiotic chemistry of collaboration between Director Nina Lee Aquino and Kevin Hanchard as Victor created a very real portrayal of a hurting and visceral man who was doing his best to keep it all together even though he is on the “precipice of a nervous breakdown”,

‘i am entitled to rest’ is presented using actors and puppets, and the relationship between actor and puppet becomes a focus. For the most part, the puppetry was generally used solidly; however, at times, this usage created a disconnect between the viewer and the storytellers…