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Interview: Abby Z of RADIOACTIVE PRACTICE at B Iden Payne Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(04/08/2024) - I recently had a fascinating conversation with Abby Z, director and choreographer of RADIOACTIVE PRACTICE, about her work with the New Utility and this unique show opening Friday as part of the Fusebox Festival here in Austin.
Review: HOME, I'M DARLING at Jarrott Productionsby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(03/27/2024) - What did our critic think of HOME, I'M DARLING at Jarrott Productions? Now onstage at Trinity Street Playhouse is Jarrott Productions latest offering to our theatre scene: HOME, I’M DARLING. Winner of the Olivier Award for Best Comedy in 2019, playwright Laura Wade’s HOME I’M DARLING raises questions about the authenticity of nostalgia, the pressures of conforming to traditional gender roles, and the ways in which individuals construct their own identities.
Photos: First Look At City Theatre's DANCING AT LUGHNASAby A.A. Cristi - Austin
(03/18/2024) - City Theatre continues the 2024 season with Brian Friel’s Tony Award winning play DANCING AT LUGHNASA. March 21 – 31 at Genesis Creative Collective. See photos of the production.
Interview: Kyle McArthur of WICKED THE MUSICAL at Bass Concert Hallby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(03/11/2024) - WICKED comes to town this week! And even though it’s running for nearly two weeks, don’t expect to get seats for much longer, because this show is (yes, I’m going to say it, so go ahead and sing it yourself) POPular. WICKED is in fact, pushing up against THE LION KING as the highest grossing musical of all time. This stands to reason, as it is based on what is arguably the most influential film of all time, The Wizard of Oz. WICKED actually has its roots in lesser known novels also called Wicked, by author Gregory McGuire. And now, after fourteen years of various delays, the film version will finally be released later this year.
Review: SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: THE MUSICAL at Cedar Park Middle School Performing Artsby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(03/05/2024) - When a friend called me and invited me to join her for a middle school production of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS:THE MUSICAL last week, I think it fair to say it wasn’t high on this reviewer’s list of things to do on a free Saturday night.
Exclusive: First Look At Tesori's & Lindsay-Abaire's Reimagined SHREK Tourby Blair Ingenthron - Broadway
(02/25/2024) - The all-new production of SHREK THE MUSICAL has officially embarked on a cross-country national tour and BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look! Check out production photos here.
Review: THE TWILIGHT OF THE GOLDS at City Theatre Austin
Review: ALWAYS A BOY at Ground Floor Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(02/21/2024) - A positive testament to a family’s capacity to love and affirm their transgender child. Austin Theatre is currently providing us with some interesting and informative LGBTQ+ perspectives on which to marinate. At Ground Floor Theatre, director Lisa Scheps has taken on Jo and Jeremy Ivester’s ALWAYS A BOY, while just up the road, City Theatre director Andy Burkovsky tackles Jonathan Tolins’s THE TWILIGHT OF THE GOLDS.
Review: BEETLEJUICE: THE MUSICAL at Bass Concert Hallby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(02/07/2024) - Maybe BEETLEJUICE: THE MUSICAL, is Gen Z’s ROCKY HORROR SHOW. When THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW first premiered in London in 1973, it received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its campy humor, catchy songs, and provocative themes, others found its content shocking and controversial. However, it quickly gained a cult following among audiences. Fast forward to BEETLEJUICE: THE MUSICAL. It has campy humor, (somewhat) provocative themes, and a cult following. It has a strong presence on social media platforms, with the cast and creative team actively engaging with fans through channels like TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. This has helped to cultivate a dedicated fan base among younger audiences who are drawn to the show's behind-the-scenes content, fan art, and discussions.
Review: GEOFF SOBELLE'S FOOD Texas Performing Arts at The McCullough Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(02/02/2024) - From Geoff Sobelle’s website, we learn that “FOOD is an intimate dinner party performance that uses smell, taste, touch and audience instruction to feed a meditation on the ways and whys of eating. Why do you eat what you eat? Where does it come from? What does it really cost?” I quote it here, because it is entirely accurate. But that only cracks the surface of this deep performance piece that nudges us toward contemplation of the evolution of food and mankind.
Photos: First Look At MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at TexARTSby Joshua Wright - Austin
(01/30/2024) - Get a first look at Million Dollar Quartet at TexARTS, now on stage from January 19th through February 11th, 2024.
Photos: First Look At the Cast of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 At ZACH Theatreby A.A. Cristi - Austin
(01/17/2024) - Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 runs at ZACH Theatre directed by Dave Steakley, January 31–March 3, 2024 at ZACH360 in The Topfer at ZACH.
Interview: Shohei Iwahama of LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLOby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(01/10/2024) - Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, often simply referred to as 'The Trocks,' is a well-known all-male drag ballet company that parodies and pays homage to classical ballet. The company was founded in 1974 in New York City by a group of ballet enthusiasts who shared a love for dance and a desire to satirize the conventions of classical ballet. 'The Trocks,” come through Austin on tour at the Bass Concert Hall on January 19th.
Review: ZACH'S POP! at ZACH Feeds the Body and Soul!by Joni Lorraine - Austin
(12/19/2023) - I’m sitting in Austin traffic, bearing the half an hour it takes to get from Mopac and Cesar Chavez to ZACH theatre on South Lamar, and I’m in a mood. I fear I’m going to be late to ZACH’s newest and latest Christmas fare: POP! Great, just great. Across the parking lot from the Kleburg theatre, at ZACH’s Topher Theatre, Scrooge is going onstage in an hour and he’s likely less cranky than me. Nevertheless, onward we go.
Review: MY FAIR LADY at BASS CONCERT HALLby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(12/08/2023) - MY FAIR LADY rolled into town this week, treating Austin to a classic musical of old. And by “of old” I mean lavish costuming, soaring vocals, a beautiful choral ensemble and lush orchestrations performed by a full orchestra. What a treat! In case you missed it over the last 67 years, the musical tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl who takes speech lessons from Professor Henry Higgins, a phonetics professor, so that she might transform into a refined lady. The musical is based on George Bernard Shaw's 1913 play 'Pygmalion,' with book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe.
Review: JACK & AIDEN at Ground Floor Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(12/05/2023) - “Go see this wonderful production, and go see it now.” You’ll be disappointed in the future that you weren’t among those of us singing its praises today.
Photos: City Theatre Presents CHRISTMAS BELLES At Genesis Creative Collectiveby A.A. Cristi - Austin
(12/04/2023) - Two more weekends! City Theatre continues the 2023 holiday season with the hilarious southern comedy CHRISTMAS BELLES, December 7 - 17 at Genesis Creative Collective. The Jones Hope Wooten production that will bring 'joy to your world' runs eight more performances, December 7 - 17.
Review: THE THIN PLACE at ZACHby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(11/14/2023) - Lucas Hnath's play THE THIN PLACE premiered at the Humana Festival of New American plays in 2019. The play, involving parapsychology, revolves around the character Hilda, a psychic medium who claims to have a special connection to the spirit world.
Photos: First Look at Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme in THE JINKX & DELA HOLIDAY SHOWby Blair Ingenthron - UK / West End
(11/11/2023) - Get a first look at photos of Drag Race stars Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme in THE JINKX & DELA HOLIDAY SHOW, now touring the US, UK, and Canada.
Photos: Exclusive First Look at the 25th Anniversary Tour of MAMMA MIA!by Stephi Wild - Broadway
(11/06/2023) - We have your exclusive first look at the 25th Anniversary North American Tour of Mamma Mia! Check out the photos here!
Photos: First Look at Penfold Theatre Company's ART at Ground Floor Theatreby Blair Ingenthron - Austin
(11/03/2023) - Penfold Theatre Company (Penfold) has released production photos for ‘Art’ by Yamina Reza running November 2–18, 2023 at the Ground Floor Theatre. Check out the photos here!
Review: Jarrott Productions DEATHTRAP Gives Us Classic Thriller Funby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(11/01/2023) - What did our critic think of DEATHTRAP at Jarrott Productions?
Exclusive Photos: Get A First Look At Britney Coleman, Judy McLane, & More COMPANY on Tourby Joshua Wright - Broadway
(10/24/2023) - BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the national tour of the Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's and George Furth's Company, winner of five 2022 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival.
Photos: City Theatre Austin Presents Austin Premiere of IT'S ONLY A PLAYby A.A. Cristi - Austin
(10/23/2023) - City Theatre presents IT’S ONLY A PLAY by Tony-Award winner Terrence McNally. See photos from the production below.
Review: ANTIGONE at Filigree Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(10/17/2023) - Sophocles Antigone undergoes no less pleasant a fate in this excellent production. How lucky was I this Friday the 13th? Much more so than Sophocles’ ANTIGONE. Just as she has for centuries, ANTIGONE is working her way through another version of a doomed demise in David Rush's adaptation of Filigree Theatre's production of this classic Greek tragedy.
Review: THE BOOK OF LIFE at McCullough Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(10/05/2023) - What did our critic think of THE BOOK OF LIFE at McCullough Theatre? The production is more than just a play, though; it is a poignant exploration of personal history and the power of connecting with one's ancestors.
Interview: Odile Gakire Katese on THE BOOK OF LIFE at McCullough Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(09/26/2023) - Odile Gakire Katese, a Rwandan playwright, actor, director, and humanitarian, is known for her work in using theater and the arts to promote healing and reconciliation in her home country after the 1994 genocide. She is a remarkable Rwandan artist, playwright, and cultural entrepreneur known for her outstanding contributions to the fields of theater, literature, and cultural development. Her life and work have made a significant impact, both in Rwanda and internationally.
Review: MOMIX'S ALICE TAKES US DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE at Bass Concert Hallby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(09/26/2023) - What did our critic think of MOMIX'S ALICE TAKES US DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE at Bass Concert Hall? Momix’s dance production of ALICE, inspired by Lewis Carroll's timeless classics 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' and 'Through the Looking-Glass,' is a mesmerizing and surreal journey into the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland.
Review: THE GIRL WHO BECAME LEGEND at ZACHby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(09/21/2023) - What did our critic think of THE GIRL WHO BECAME LEGEND at ZACH? In the heart of Dustbin, where rules and dust reign supreme, I had the opportunity to experience Sarah Saltwick’s charming THE GIRL WHO BECAME LEGEND. This darling production, a commissioned work by The Kennedy Center, now playing at ZACH, is brought to life and staged by the ensemble work of a creative and sturdy cast and their director Liz Fisher.
Review: Get Haunted by Archive Theater's RAVEN WINGED HOURSby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(09/19/2023) - If you are seeking an evening of spooky entertainment and a journey into the mind of a literary genius, RAVEN WINGED HOURS is a must-see. Something spooky this way comes, indeed, and it's a hauntingly wonderful experience you won't want to miss.
Photos: First Look at Deaf Austin Theatre's ASL Production of THE LARAMIE PROJECT; Streaming Tickets Now Availableby Blair Ingenthron - Austin
(09/17/2023) - Check out production photos from The first ever American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English production of The Laramie Project produced by Deaf Austin Theatre (DAT) with a Deaf and Hearing Cast here!
Interview: Moses Pendleton talks ALICE coming to Bass Concert Hallby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(09/16/2023) - An upcoming tour of Momix’s ALICE is headed to Austin next week, and we’re in for a treat. Momix's productions, choreographed and directed by the brilliant Moses Pendleton, have been performed all over the world, captivating audiences with their dreamlike and fantastical storytelling through movement and imagery.
Review: JENNA AND THE WHALE at Ground Floor Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(08/24/2023) - Like Jonah and the Whale, JENNA AND THE WHALE shows us the value of second chances and how to discover our own resilience
Interview: Kathy Valentine of HEAD OVER HEELS at ZACH Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(08/21/2023) - A bawdy, bold and inclusive production of HEAD OVER HEELS — a delightful jukebox musical based on the Go-Go's music — is now playing at ZACH Theatre. Its already high production value and flash is elevated further by the presence of Austinite Kathy Valentine, an original member of the rock and roll Hall of Fame band, The Go-Go's.
Photos: First Look at HEAD OVER HEELS at ZACH Theatreby Blair Ingenthron - Austin
(08/13/2023) - Production photos have been released for the Austin premiere of Head Over Heels with band musical direction by Rock-N-Roll Hall of Famer and Go-Go bassist Kathy Valentine. Check them out here!
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For HEAD OVER HEELS at ZACH Theatreby Stephi Wild - Austin
(08/07/2023) - All new rehearsal photos have been released for ZACH Theatre’s production Head Over Heels playing in The Topfer at ZACH, August 9-September 10, 2023 with a ZACH360 immersive experience.
Photos: First Look at the Cast of HEAD OVER HEELS at ZACH Theatreby Stephi Wild - Austin
(07/17/2023) - All new photos have been released of the cast of the regional premiere of Head Over Heels at ZACH Theatre. Check out the photos here!
Review: BOX at Penfold Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(07/13/2023) - Despite the play's initial shortcomings, Penfold Theatre Company's commitment to delivering exceptional productions is evident. BOX remains a compelling story that sheds light on the imagined internal life of an important historical figure. King, not just playwright but Penfold Associate Artistic director, is to be acknowledged for a courageous initial premiere of this new work.
Review: HAIRSPRAY at Bass Concert Hallby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(06/15/2023) - HAIRSPRAY is a chipper, wildly energetic show, and if you can leave your inner skeptic at the door, you might see a glimmer of hope. If not that, then you’ll certainly have basked in some joy for a couple of hours.
Review: SANCTUARY CITY at Ground Floor Theatreby Joni Lorraine - Austin
(06/06/2023) - What did our critic think of SANCTUARY CITY at Ground Floor Theatre? SANCTUARY CITY, written by Martyna Majok and produced by the Ground Floor Theatre, presents a thought-provoking exploration of DREAMers, the concept of sanctuary, and the complexity of how to live as an undocumented immigrant in the United States.
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