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Neil Shurley has been covering the Greenville SC arts scene since 2001. A member of the American Theatre Critics Association, his theatre-related work has appeared in such publications as The Greenville News, Greenville Journal, Creative Loafing, and MetroBeat.
Neil is also an actor, songwriter, and occasional ukulele-player. He tweets too much, mostly about donuts, coffee, and Star Trek.
October 7, 2022
What did our critic think of PIPELINE at Warehouse Theatre?
October 5, 2022
Last seen here in July 2019, DEAR EVAN HANSEN tells a profound and deeply personal story of social anxiety, community loss, and the overwhelming influence of social media.
September 29, 2022
This weekend marks the South Carolina regional premiere of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, the Tony Award-winning musical based on the bestselling novel. The show runs from September 30 to October 16 at the Mill Town Players original location, historic Pelzer Auditorium.
September 26, 2022
'This is a story about love, conflict, questions, and choice. It is real and raw and can resonate with everyone.'
September 12, 2022
What did our critic think of SOMETHING ROTTEN at Greenville Theatre? Ah, the 90's, when so many things were ripe for reinvention. New clothes, new music, new writers, new ways of spreading ideas.
August 8, 2022
What did our critic think of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Warehouse Theatre?
August 3, 2022
The joy of sharing this timeless story with a group of people is what fuels our creative process.
July 26, 2022
'There are parts of her story that people choose to leave out because it DOESN'T fit into the narrative they want to tell about her.'
July 24, 2022
AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS follows the beloved Motown group's journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, ultimately landing them 42 Top Ten Hits.
July 20, 2022
This musical is entertaining, fun, and joyous
July 18, 2022
'I'm interested in creating works that are surprising, irreverent, and inherently theatrical.'
July 17, 2022
This stripped-down AIDA literally glows with life.
July 16, 2022
'We all know pain, sorrow, hurt and loneliness. Hank Williams knew these things intimately.'
July 14, 2022
'We’re just excited to be a part of a process that helps promote and foster new art.' West Hyler, Executive Artistic Director of the inaugural South Carolina New Play Festival, wants to tell you a story.
July 12, 2022
On July 22, their most recent season concludes with a production of HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY in their home space, the historic Pelzer Auditorium. But July 22 also sees the opening of a brand new season at their new second location, the Simpsonville Arts Center. For their premiere prodcution in the space, MTP presents CHILDREN OF EDEN.
July 11, 2022
'This season is really focusing on acknowledging history'
July 10, 2022
'I can't wait to see the audience react.'
June 26, 2022
Expect cross dressing, deceit, and general campy comedic hijinks.
June 13, 2022
This play is not to be missed.
June 5, 2022
I caught up with Peter Matthew Smith by phone and asked him to tell us more about playing King George III, the musical's regal comic relief. 'It's a non-stop festival for your ears and eyes.'
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