Austin Theater Reviews

BWW Review: HEISENBERG at Zach Theatre

by Rex Stanfield — June 24, 2018

BWW Review: THE AFTERPARTY Moves Through The Metaphor in East Austin, TX

by Amy Tarver — June 19, 2018

Entering through a doorway into a hazy house, AFTER PARTY tells the story of young Claire Leverrier tormented by the death of her childhood crush Devon.

BWW Review: BOOTH'S RICHARD III - Gloriously Reborn

by Lynn Beaver — June 18, 2018

Recreated from John Wilkes Booth's personal prompt book, The Hidden Room in conjunction with The Harry Ransom Center present a hybrid version of RICHARD III that hasn't been seen on stage since 1864.

BWW Review: RUTHLESS! Unfortunately Misses The Mark

by Frank Benge — June 18, 2018

RUTHLESS! is a musical spoof of show business with music by Marvin Laird and book and lyrics by Joel Paley that not only spoofs Broadway musicals, but is also a satire of non-musical movies about showbiz such as All About Eve.

BWW Review: RUDDIGORE - Gilbert & Sullivan Austin's Summer Grand Production

by Lynn Beaver — June 16, 2018

Gilbert & Sullivan Austin has a long, glorious past of traditionally amazing shows.

BWW Review: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Paints a Fantastic Piece of Theatre in Austin TX

by Amy Tarver — June 12, 2018

Utilizing his own genius and artistic experiences, Stephen Sondheim paints the picture of an artist's life work through pointillist painter, George Seurat.

BWW Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Dazzles Under the Stars in Outdoor Performance in Round Rock, TX.

by Amy Tarver — June 11, 2018

Inviting guests to enjoy MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING in the open air amphitheatre in downtown Round Rock, Penfold Theatre presents a delightful adaptation of this Shakespearean classic.

BWW Review: LUCKY STIFF Stylishly Executed Musical Souffle

by Frank Benge — June 10, 2018

LUCKY STIFF is a musical farce with lyrics and libretto by Lynn Ahrens and music by Stephen Flaherty, that is notable historically for several things.

BWW Review: 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE - Can You Spell Awesome?

by Lynn Beaver — June 8, 2018

The Georgetown Palace Theatre has a reputation for doing the big, classic musicals, those huge shows that are barely contained within the walls of the Springer Stage.

BWW Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Emily Ann Theatre

by Jesse Griffith — June 7, 2018

I specifically asked to see this show for three reasons.

BWW Review: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Shines as Classic, Bright and Nostalgic Entertainment.

by Joni Lorraine — June 3, 2018

BWW Review: POLLY MERMAID: APOCALYPSE WOW! Invites Austinites to the Depths of Plastic Destruction in East Austin, TX.

by Amy Tarver — June 3, 2018

The Glass Half Full Theatre at The Vortex in East Austin, is currently an ocean chock full of plastic.

BWW Review: CTHULHU Beach Party

by Jesse Griffith — May 29, 2018

Ah, Commedia dell'arte, how I love it - the zanier the better.

BWW Review: Arthur Miller's ALL MY SONS Shatters the American Dream at The City Theatre in Austin, TX

by Amy Tarver — May 24, 2018

Beginning with small talk near a white picket fence, and dramatically escalating as the Keller family's skeletons reveal themselves, Arthur Miller examines the aftermath of the war within the home front.

BWW Review: SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS Packed With Superb Performances

by Frank Benge — May 21, 2018

SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS is a new play from Drama Desk Award-winner Bess Wohl that looks at how we address life's biggest questions when you can't use words.

BWW Review: Jarrott Productions' SEMINAR Makes All the Write Moves

by Joni Lorraine — May 17, 2018

This is a show executed by each practitioner in such a professional fashion it's definitely worth its brisk, entertaining 90 minutes.

BWW Review: AN ADULT EVENING OF SHEL SILVERSTEIN is Delectably Demented

by Frank Benge — May 13, 2018

Sheldon Allan 'Shel' Silverstein was a decidedly American writer who has been translated into more than 30 languages, and whose books have sold over 20 million copies.

BWW Review: Theatre en Bloc's CRY IT OUT - A Superb Look at Motherhood

by Joni Lorraine — May 10, 2018

CRY IT OUT is a superior production - well worth the 90 minutes spent in the theatre.

BWW Review: MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR is Good Shakespearean Fun

by Lacey Cannon Gonzales — May 10, 2018

Attending performances at Zilker's Hillside Theatre is always a delight because of the wonderful experience offered.

BWW Review: WISH - A MUSICAL ADVENTURE is Wise, Witty and Wonderful

by Frank Benge — May 9, 2018

WISH is a world premiere new musical for young audiences that is set 100 years in the past and uses a highly theatrical and presentational storytelling style that successfully combines magic, music and youthful optimism with action and adventure.

BWW Review: Cabernet Cabaret's IT'S TOO DARN HOT is a Sizzling Success

by Lacey Cannon Gonzales — May 7, 2018

Cabernet Cabaret's production of TOO DARN HOT is a sizzling success.