BWW Review: LINCOLNESQUE at Keegan TheatreSeptember 27, 2018I really wanted to like "Lincolnesque." But, although it is presented well, the show struggles on a number of fronts and never quite reaches the heights of its aspirations.
BWW Review: MARIE AND ROSETTA at Mosaic Theater CompanyAugust 30, 2018Rock and roll is a cornerstone of American culture - Elvis, Johnny Cash, and Little Richard are all household names across the country. And yet, the names of the women who pioneered the genre are largely unknown, as are their stories. “Marie and Rosetta,” which opened Mosaic Theater's fourth season, seeks to change that.
BWW Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Quotidian Theatre CompanyJuly 29, 2018One of the best parts of seeing a re-imagining of a well-known work is that it enables you to revisit it from a different angle. The new presentation allows you to enjoy the work fresh, and maybe even catch something new that has been lost in familiarity. With apologies to the (British) Bard, Quotidian Theater Company's production proves that A Midsummer Night's Dream is, in fact, an Irish play.
BWW Review: THE SECRETS OF THE UNIVERSE (AND OTHER SONGS) at The Hub TheatreJuly 11, 2018A friendship between prominent historical figures is a fascinating subject, and reimagining their discussions about their shared experiences as well as their own areas of expertise can be grounds for great theatre. Unfortunately, while the concept is wonderful, the Hub Theatre's execution comes up short.
BWW Interview: Josh Breckenridge of DAVE at Arena StageJuly 2, 2018Josh Breckenridge stars as Duane Bolden in Arena Stage's upcoming premiere of 'Dave,' which opens July 13th and runs through August 19th. Breckenridge is known for a number of roles including his current run as the Dance Captain and standby in 'Come From Away' and Olen Montgomery in 'Scottsboro Boys.' He was last seen on the DC stage as the Doctor in the first national tour of 'The Book of Mormon.'
BWW Review: OTHER LIFE FORMS at Keegan TheatreJune 22, 2018"Other Life Forms" is an insightful, comedic look into our own humanity. It explores what makes us uniquely human - love, friendship, and our own quest for answers about our lives and the universe.
BWW Interview: Brandon McCoy of OTHER LIFE FORMS at Keegan TheatreJune 11, 2018Brandon McCoy is an actor, director, playwright, and professor based in Maryland. After establishing himself as an actor and director, McCoy turned to writing and is the author of three plays and one musical. “Other Life Forms” was a finalist for the Source full-length play festival, and will premier at The Keegan Theatre on June 15th.
BWW Interview: Mona Mansour of THE VAGRANT TRILOGY at Atlas Performing Arts CenterJune 6, 2018Mona Mansour is a member of the Public Theater's Emerging Writers Group and a resident playwright at New Dramatists. 'The Vagrant Trilogy,' which follows a Palestinian family over a forty-year period, is comprised of three of her plays; the Mosaic Theatre production, which opens on June 11th (previews start June 6th), is the first time all three plays will be staged together. 'The Vagrant Trilogy' is part of the 2018 Voices from a Changing Middle East Festival.
BWW Review: MALPASO DANCE COMPANY at Kennedy CenterMay 14, 2018Malpaso Dance Company's troupe of talented dancers harness a striking synchronicity while showcasing each dancer's strength, talent, and grace. The result is mesmerizing, distinctive, and artfully impressive.
BWW Review: NYC BALLET: ROBBINS CENTENNIAL (BERNSTEIN, GLASS, AND VERDI) at The Kennedy CenterApril 1, 2018For his Centennial, the New York City Ballet chose to honor its former co-ballet master in chief by highlighting his range through three works: the modern and minimalist 'Glass Pieces,' the fun and light-hearted 'Fancy Free,' and the classical and elegant 'The Four Seasons.' Each is distinct, and collectively the productions and the wonderful performances bring to life the work of a master.