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Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at UT Department Of Theatre And Dance
UT’s Department of Theatre and Dance production of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' breathes fresh life into the classic play, brilliantly balancing the whimsical with the profound, making it a delightful experience for both seasoned Shakespeare enthusiasts and newcomers alike. #shakespeare #ATXTheatre...
Review: OH TO BE PURE AGAIN at Texas State University’s Department Of Theatre And Dance
What did our critic think of OH TO BE PURE AGAIN at Texas State University’s Department Of Theatre And Dance? Texas State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance’s performed Kira Rockwell’s award-winning play (Gene Gabriel Moore Playwriting Award 2023), OH TO BE PURE AGAIN from October ...
Review: POTUS: OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE at Jarrott Productions
Just in time for election season, Jarrott Productions has smartly put one of Austin’s finest directors, Karen Jambon, at the helm of their latest offering of POTUS: OR BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE. Full of sharp wit from the first line and an obvious politica...
Review: WAIT UNTIL DARK at Bastrop Opera House
From October 18 to 27, 2024, Bastrop Opera House presents Frederick Knott’s enthralling play, WAIT UNTIL DARK. The story follows Susy Hendrix, a blind woman living in New York City, who unwittingly becomes the target of criminals searching for a doll containing hidden heroin. ...
Review: KING LEAR by The Baron's Men at The Curtain Theater
The Baron's Men have delivered a haunting and deeply resonant production of Shakespeare's 'King Lear' at the Curtain Theatre, capturing the play's raw emotional depth and complex themes of power, madness, and familial discord. #shakespeare #ATXTheatre...
Review: A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN NOVEMBER... at UT Department Of Theatre And Dance
UT's production of Kate Benson’s play 'A Beautiful Day In November On The Banks of the Greatest of Great Lakes' is a wild, chaotic celebration of the quintessential American Thanksgiving, but through a lens that’s anything but traditional. #ATXTheatre...
Review: MISERY at Gaslight-Baker Theatre
From October 11-26, 2024, Gaslight-Baker Theatre in Lockhart, sponsored by Haunt Happy Books, is presenting Simon Moore’s MISERY, based on the book of the same name by Stephen King....
Review: RED, HOT, PATRIOT - THE KICK-ASS WIT OF MOLLY IVINS at Austin Playhouse
What did our critic think of RED, HOT, PATRIOT - THE KICK-ASS WIT OF MOLLY IVINS at Austin Playhouse?...
Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at Bass Concert Hall
MJ THE MUSICAL has hit the stage at Bass Concert Hall. Is it smooth? Is it criminal? Was it a thriller? Is it Bad? Forgive me. I love a good pun - I love a bad pun, too. Nevertheless, MJ the MUSICAL is the latest in a long history of Broadway jukebox musicals now touring in Austin.
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Review: SWEENEY TODD at Georgetown Palace
Georgetown Palace’s production of Sweeney Todd masterfully captures the dark, unsettling themes of Sondheim’s iconic musical, offering a chilling yet entertaining experience. With standout performances by Damon Brown (Sweeney) and Sarah Jordan (Mrs. Lovett), the show balances moments of horror w...
Review: SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER at Filigree Theatre
One of America’s most controversial and acclaimed dramatists, Williams masterfully weaves themes of pederasty, lobotomy, and even cannibalism into this harrowing tale of memory, obsession, and control. Filigree’s production of “Suddenly Last Summer” honors the complexities of Williams’ tex...
Review: THE FLICK at Gaslight Baker Theatre
What did our critic think of THE FLICK at Gaslight Baker Theatre?...
Review: NOW & THEN at The Wimberley Playhouse
What did our critic think of NOW & THEN at The Wimberley Playhouse?...
Review: Benny's Cabaret's SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME at Sterling Stage Austin
Benny's Cabaret delivers a nostalgic throwback with 'Someone to Watch Over Me'—a charming musical full of 1950s romance, comedy, and classic Hollywood flair. Noah Wood channels Gene Kelly with effortless charm, while the whole cast brings heart and fun to the stage. #ATXTheatre...
Review: ARCADIA at Austin Playhouse
Austin Playhouse's production of Arcadia is a stunning and well-executed piece of theatre. It challenges audiences to reflect on life's complexities while providing an engaging and often humorous narrative. With a talented cast and skilled direction, it is a must-see this season! #ATXTheatre...
Review: INTO THE WOODS at City Theatre Austin
City Theatre Austin’s production of Into the Woods is a captivating exploration of fairy tales and human desires. Weaving well-known fairy tale characters, the musical delves into the complexities of choice and consequence but also explores Sondheim’s idea that we can find strength in our commun...
Review: SUNNY DAYS at The VORTEX Theatre
The VORTEX Theatre, funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, Save Our Springs Alliance, Six Square-Austin’s Black Cultural District, the City of Austin Economic Development Department, and the Texas Commission on the Arts, presents the world premier of Reina Hardy’s SUNNY DAYS on t...
Review: BAR(D) at Walking Shadow Shakespeare Project
For Shakespeare enthusiasts seeking a fresh and original take on his works, the Walking Shadow Shakespeare Project delivers unique experiences that make classic literature accessible without feeling overwhelming. I eagerly anticipate the company’s next unconventional interpretation of Shakespeare�...
Review: THE NORMAL HEART at Austin Rainbow Theatre
ART’s production of 'The Normal Heart' delivers the play’s message and invites audiences to consider our role in the ongoing fight for justice and compassion. Kramer’s timeless work remains a vital and moving testament to the enduring power of activism, community, and the importance of solidar...
Review: CYRANO DE BERGERAC at Cold Frame Collective
Cyrano de Bergerac is a monumental play, often challenging for theatrical companies to execute effectively. Cold Frame Collective honors the work of Edmund Rostand with Kathleen Fletcher's riveting performance and a production approach focused on the rich text of the play! A captivating classic wort...
Review: CALENDAR GIRLS at City Theatre Austin
City Theatre’s production of Calendar Girls was outrageously funny. The outstanding cast bared it all with wit, sarcasm, and a lot of heart. While the show has closed, do not to miss the upcoming staging of Into the Woods starting September 13th, 2024. #austintheatre #broadwayworld...
Review: THE THREE MUSKETEERS at Archive Theater And Austin Scottish Rite Theater
The Archive Theater gives the Austin theatre community a fun and lavish production with Jennifer Rose Davis’s compact and streamlined version of Alexandre Dumas’s THE THREE MUSKETEERS....
Review: NATIVE GARDENS at Sterling Stage Austin
What did our critic think of NATIVE GARDENS at Sterling Stage Austin?...
Review: PASS OVER at Ground Floor Theatre
Playwright Antoinette Nwandu wrote PASS OVER as a response to the ongoing racial violence and systemic oppression experienced by Black people in the United States. The play was heavily influenced by the numerous incidents of police brutality and the killing of unarmed Black men, which have been wide...
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Summer Stock Austin
It’s Summer! It’s HOT! It’s that usual time of the year when, in other parts of the country, people are enjoying walks on the beach or picnicking. Here in Texas, it’s too hot even for that, so do what any sane person would do and go see a play in a freezing cold theatre! Impact Arts has just...
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