The latest reviews and critic recommendations from Connecticut.
In modern theater, it often feels like a risk to keep it simple and just let the cast take a script and run with it, but for the Town Players of Newtown, that decision is well justified and led to the creation of a delightfully entertaining production of The Importance of Being Earnest.
On Saturday, October 3rd, I had the pleasure of seeing a phenomenal performance of one of my absolute favorite musicals of all-time, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, performed by Fairfield Center Stage at City Wide Church in Bridgeport, CT.
On Friday, October 2nd, I had the pleasure of my first experience at Crystal Theatre in Norwalk, CT, seeing a phenomenal original musical called FRECKLE! This musical comedy takes some unique and unconventional stylistic choices, all of which work perfectly! With book, music, and lyrics written by M
Most people have never heard of Comedian Harmonists, a group of six men who impressed the world with their sophisticated and harmonious voices from 1928 to 1934, during the rise of Nazi Germany.
'Having a blast” is the best way to describe the vibes inside the auditorium at TheatreWorks New Milford, and that is thanks in large part to the director, Diana Canova, who was the spearhead of this delightful evening at the theater!
On Saturday, September 26th, I had the pleasure of seeing another first-rate musical phenomenally performed at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT, THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, which is based on an unfinished novel by Charles Dickens.
From the direction, to the set, to the cast; the Brookfield Theatre of the Arts’ production of Hamill’s Dracula blends classic horror with modern feminist themes in an entertaining celebration of storytelling.
Sometimes you get a perfect storm of circumstances that turns the ordinary into the extraordinary.
If you are old enough to remember the disaster movies and the disco songs of the '70s, you'll love this show.
Over the weekend, female hip-hop group Salt-N-Pepa co-headlined with r&b group TLC for the 'It's Iconic' tour at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut.
Jesus Christ Superstar is such an iconic and ambitious show that you often know what to look for the moment you sit down.
On Saturday, August 1st, I had the pleasure of seeing the hilarious production called THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL, as performed by the Castle Craig Players at the Almira F.
On Saturday, July 25th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal musical at Musicals at Richter, MARY POPPINS! The outdoor ambiance at Musicals at Richter tremendously enhances my enjoyment of these productions, seeing these shows under the stars on clear nights! The moving set is elabora
On Thursday, July 23rd, I had the pleasure of experiencing another phenomenally-performed show at Center Stage Theatre, in Shelton, CT, THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL.
The best thing about reviewing new works is that you can go into it with a clean slate.
The Summer Theatre Of New Canaan's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL is a must-see or must-see again for all ages.
On Saturday, July 11th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal production at Musicals at Richter, in Danbury, 1776.
“Live, live, live!” That is the story of Auntie Mame.
Michelle Leigh directs the play version of Auntie Mame, which is seldom presented on stage these days.
There is no denying the extreme talent of the A CHORUS LINE cast.
On Saturday, May 23rd, I had the pleasure of seeing an exciting new show at this promising new theater, DEADLINE, a highly enjoyable modern comedic mystery by Don Zolidis.
On Saturday, May 2nd, I had the pleasure of seeing another first-rate production put on by the Castle Craig Players at the Almira F.
What did our critic think of QUIET! THREE LADIES LAUGHING at Crystal Theatre?
The Father is a critically acclaimed play by French writer Florian Zeller, translated by Christopher Hampton.
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HOCUS POCUS LIVE! Jorgensen Center (10/18-10/18) |
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Bright Star Visual and Performing Arts Center at WCSU (10/09-10/18) |
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Cabaret The Press Box Theater (11/27-12/20) |
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The Sound Inside Drama Works Theatre (12/04-12/13) |
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CATAPULT: MAGIC SHADOWS Jorgensen Center (11/15-11/15) |
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Annie Goodspeed Opera House (10/30-12/27) |
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Crimes of the Heart Visual and Performing Arts Center at WCSU (10/30-11/08) |
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Oliver Griffin Theatre (10/09-10/18) |
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Dracula Hartford Stage (10/09-11/01) |
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Hocus Pocus Live! an all-new parody musical Palace Theater (10/29-10/29) |
