Austin Theater Reviews
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by Lynn Beaver - August 13, 2022
Lowell Bartholomee’s new work, PREVIEWS OF DEPARTING ATTRACTIONS is a theatrical breath of fresh air during our stifling August heat....

by Lynn Beaver - August 04, 2022
SUNFLOWER with book and lyrics by Laura Guli and music and orchestration by Premila Mistry tries so hard to reach its target audience that it lacks focus on any one topic....

by Lynn Beaver - August 04, 2022
Broadway In Austin brings the ruthlessly hilarious North American tour of Tina Fey’s MEAN GIRLS to Bass Concert Hall, where the theatre is cool and the show is hot, hot, hot!...

by Lynn Beaver - July 20, 2022
Austin playwright Max Langert takes us through every painful, hilarious step of the online dating process in THE DATING PROJECT. Produced excellently by Summer Break Theatre, currently playing at Hyde Park Theatre, the show is a cool breeze in this endless summer heat....

by Lynn Beaver - July 16, 2022
TALES OF A BLERD BALLERINA is a supernova compared to the firecracker of other single actor shows....

by Sabrina Wallace - July 09, 2022
Despite the minor tweaks and modern aspects of the production, this is still the same classic musical that is suitable and enjoyable for the entire family. If you want to make the experience more unique and try that old acting bug, you can purchase table seats and learn how to Waltz with Max, Liesl,...

by Lynn Beaver - July 05, 2022
What did our critic think? Jarrott Productions has produced another hit. PET DICK is an absolutely hilarious ‘audio documentary’ that will have everyone in stitches. This series is creative, laugh-out-loud funny and uses the world class vocal talents of some Austin’s best actors....

by Lynn Beaver - June 30, 2022
What a complete joy it was to be so thoroughly entertained by a magnificent production at The Georgetown Palace Theatre’s Springer Stage. ...

by Sabrina Wallace - June 05, 2022
BWW Review: The company of Austin Shakespeare brought 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream' to the stage with such impeccable acting that it easily transported audiences back to the days when the Bard himself would see his words come alive at the London Globe Theatre. The show is now closed....

by Sabrina Wallace - June 05, 2022
'A League of Her Own' invites audiences into Sam's hiding place where they spend an hour living in the nightmare that has become her life. This is an original play that explores the effects of mental abuse and harassment. The show is no longer running, but I recommend following Bottle Alley Theatre ...

by Lynn Beaver - May 17, 2022
ZACH Theatre presents a joyous new musical, SOMEBODY LOVES YOU, MR. HATCH, based on the popular 1991 book by Eileen Spinelli. Adapted for the stage and directed by Emmy winner, Allen Robertson, the show is a heart shaped jewel that everyone can enjoy, no matter your age....

by Lynn Beaver - May 10, 2022
In my opinion SOMETHING ROTTEN! is a benchmark for The Palace Theatre. It’s a massive production for anyone to attempt, but to succeed so spectacularly is awe inspiring. It’s all due to Ron Watson and his stellar cast and crew. ...

by Jesse Griffith - April 29, 2022
I was anxious to get back to the theatre after the pandemic hiatus on two levels - lingering fear of the 'Rona versus my life-long love affair with what is for me the greatest artistic performance genre of all: Musical Theatre. And we see here what won. I love musical theatre so much that I earned a...

by Sabrina Wallace - April 24, 2022
A rendition of a classic that finally makes sense of Dr. Seuss' unique characters. Scarlata gives us a compelling story about real people with beautiful imperfections that make them so perfectly human. With a talented cast, outstanding choreography, and a lot of imagination, this is a SEUSSICAL you ...

by Mackenzie Vance - April 11, 2022
Selfie! The Musical asks questions and starts conversations all while being centered in a mindset that even as technology advances, humanity stays the same....

by Mackenzie Vance - April 10, 2022
It is clear that the cast and crew of THE LION KING take pride in their work. This show is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and should not be missed....

by Lynn Beaver - April 09, 2022
Round Rock’s premier theatre company Penfold is known for their creativity and excellent production values, but their presentation of Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS leaves me puzzled on nearly every level....

by Lynn Beaver - March 24, 2022
Roald Dahl’s CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY - The New Musical, currently playing at Austin’s Bass Concert Hall as part of the Broadway In Austin series, is fantastic fun for the whole family....

by Lynn Beaver - March 15, 2022
THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT is a perfect reason to get back out to live theatre. Go and enjoy one of Austin’s premier theatre companies doing what they do best - telling the story. ...

by Amy Tarver - December 17, 2021
Entering a theater after a two year hiatus had everyone in the house chatting, hugging, and expressing gratitude for live theatre’s return. Ground Floor has become a staple in the Austin theater community and their in-person return to the stage has been much anticipated....

by Lynn Beaver - December 10, 2021
Lin-Manuel Miranda’s HAMILTON, returns to Austin’s Bass Concert Hall with full seats and roaring crowds. There are shows that shift the way we see theatre and this is one of those rare productions that will remain in our collective consciousness long after the final notes sound. ...

by Joni Lorraine - December 08, 2021
Treat yourself to ZACH’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL. It’s like flipping the switch on the Times Square Christmas tree — it illuminates the season! ...

by Lynn Beaver - November 27, 2021
If you need a laugh as badly as I do, the Different Stages production of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY at The Vortex is where you should be....

by Lynn Beaver - October 19, 2021
THE LION IN WINTER by James Goldman currently playing at the Georgetown Palace Playhouse is a rare treat. The show, a favorite of mine for decades, hits all the marks; historical figures, witty dialogue and epic family dysfunction that makes for an entertaining evening at the theatre. Written in 196...

by Lynn Beaver - October 19, 2021
Austin’s City Theatre and newcomer Beyond August Productions have joined forces to produce this darker than black comedy at the Trinity Street Theatre this fall....