BWW Review: CIVIL WAR VOICES at Gettysburg Community TheatreJuly 23, 2017As the story goes, James R. Harris discovered a diary that was kept by his great-great uncle, Joe Harris, during the Civil War. The diary serves as the cornerstone of storytelling in James Harris' musical, CIVIL WAR VOICES, currently playing at Gettysburg Community Theatre.
BWW Interview: Kristen Hensley And Jen Smedley of MOM'S NIGHT OUT: SUMMER BREAK TOURJuly 18, 2017So, there is this duo of dynamite ladies who sling comedic prose like yesterday's dirty diaper but when it lands, smells a whole lot better. They are intelligent, witty, and downright ornery in every positive way possible. Their names are Kristen Hensley and Jen Smedley and they are the stars and genius creators of the web series, #IMOMSOHARD.
BWW Interview: Matt Farcher, Brian Sutherland, Kate Fahrner, Angela Grovey, Justin Schuman, Blake Stadnik of NEWSIES at The Fulton TheatreJune 27, 2017Pennsylvania's theatre gem, The Fulton, is currently presenting the Pennsylvania Premiere of the Tony® Award-winning musical, Disney's NEWSIES, June 6 through July 23, 2017.
BWW Review: RUTHLESS! at Gettysburg Community TheatreJune 6, 2017Upon arriving at Gettysburg Community Theatre to see their currently running show, RUTHLESS!, I was struck by the esthetic quality of the theatre and its majestic grandeur married with the hospitality of a well-connected community atmosphere.
BWW Interview: The Fulton Celebrates IN THE HEIGHTSMarch 29, 2017IN THE HEIGHTS is currently playing at THE FULTON THEATRE until April 4, 2017. Under the direction of Bob Cline, the musical stars Diego Klock-Perez (Usnavi), Mili Diaz (Nina), Kalyn West (Vanessa), Daniel Yearwood Benny), and Debra Cardona (Abuela Claudia). The music and lyrics of IN THE HEIGHTS are by a little-known composer, Lin-Manuel Miranda (whom I refer to as 'Shakespeare Nouveau'), and the book by Quiara Alegria Hudes.
BWW Review: THIS WONDERFUL LIFE at The Trust Performing Arts CenterDecember 13, 2016On a cold winter's night, The Trust Performing Arts Center staged the one-man show, THIS WONDERFUL LIFE, written by Steve Murray. This production stars Jeremy Kendall (Narrator, George Bailey, All Others), and his performance proceeded to warm the hearts of those in attendance.
BWW Interview: Lexi Rabadi, Matt Farcher, James Patterson, Charis Leos of DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Fulton TheatreDecember 6, 2016Fulton Theatre's current production, DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, due to popular demand, is being held over until January 7, 2017. The storyline is one that reminds each of us to value, above all else, one's inner strength and beauty. Through exquisite swirls of colorful costumes and melodic trills of voice, this production is a feast for the soul and enlightenment for the spirit.
BWW Review: THE OLDEST PROFESSION at Hanover Little TheatreNovember 14, 2016When one arrives at the historical building that is home to Hanover Little Theatre, you are greeted with down-home hospitality. Knowing that the theatre has served its community for 68 years is just impressive. Their current production of Paula Vogel's THE OLDEST PROFESSION, validates their longevity of commitment to the performing arts.