The latest reviews and critic recommendations from Long Island.
In a time when “Tomorrow Belongs to Me,” could play in the background of so many different leaders’ speeches, “Cabaret,” is a musical that teaches a lesson with the glorious dreams of liberty, acceptance, and joy marched into death.
What did our critic think of ON YOUR FEET at Argyle Theatre?
A musical that resonates with, especially young, Long Islanders is Green Day’s “American Idiot,” with the overtones of disillusionment of what is supposed to be idyllic suburban life amidst the backdrop of a disconcerting political atmosphere.
Full of macabre charm and whip-smart wordplay, the Lighthouse Repertory Theatre’s fall production of “The Addams Family: The Musical” at the newly renovated St.
What did our critic think of HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH at Smithtown Performing Arts Center?
As one can expect with any Christopher Durang play, you can never predict what will happen next in BEYOND THERAPY.
Audiences are akin to being the “twelfth man” for theater in that their reactions can decide the level of a success for on any given night.
A crowd favorite for its nostalgic song list from Carole King, “Beautiful” at the Argyle Theatre in Babylon has succeeded in transporting the cast, crew, and audience through the journey of chart-toppers from the 60s through the 70s.
The perennial favorite Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine Brothers Grimm-inspired musical, INTO THE WOODS, was beautifully brought to life by Director Bruce Gotlieb and his incredible cast and crew!
In Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s SOUTH PACIFIC, director Tony Chiofalo captured the essence of this classic show.
What did our critic think of HAMLET at Carriage House Players?
What did our critic think of YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Bellport Playcrafters Theatre Company?
What did our critic think of HEDDA GABLER at Modern Classics Theatre Company Of Long Island?
Lerner & Loewe’s magical tale of CAMELOT has been brought to life at The John W.
The classic showstopper, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Plaza Theatrical in Elmont is not to be missed! A deeply experienced director, Kevin F.
The story follows the grandson of Victor Frankenstein, Frederick, as a trip to Transylvania becomes less about sorting his dead grandfather’s estate and more about taking up the family business of accidental monster making.
Playing on the main stage at Cultural Arts Playhouse in Syosset this spring is the operatic, rock ‘n rock “Jesus Christ Superstar.
Stephen Sondheim’s powerful emotional musical about love, marriage, and being the last single person in a group of married friends, COMPANY, has been brought to life by director Rick Grossman at Manes Studio Theatre.
What did our critic think of THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Star Playhouse At Stage 74?
A sprawling, epic--literally biblical--story focusing on the deep-seeded bond of two brothers through the societal pressures both have to lead against each other, “The Prince of Egypt” at the Argyle Theatre in Babylon, is the musical for those who want to travel to another world but still feel t
Reverie Theatre Group presents ‘Edges,’ a funny, thoughtful, highly entertaining four-person song cycle, with no spoken dialogue or discernible plot, that explores the challenges of young adults, including family dynamics, career opportunities, and most significantly, the trials and tribulations
What did our critic think of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Suffolk?
Powerhouse vocals, evocative choreography, and a deep emotional connection define director and choreographer Matthew I.
With a central character seemingly a charming, albeit selfish, peccadillo who goes on redemption journey to connect his passion with his dreams, “School of Rock,” brings humor, honor, and hype to the standing up for yourself no matter how “acceptable” the responsible path is presented.
The sweeping music and frenetic choreography of a musical and the arrow-piercing drama of a straight play are rarely found together in the same production, but “Jagged Little Pill: the Musical” currently playing at the Smithtown Performing Arts Center through April 19, is a rare melding of those
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Dear Evan Hansen John W. Engeman Theater at Northport (9/12-10/25) |
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Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Got the Moves Patchogue Theatre (10/14-10/14) |
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Pinkalicious - The Musical Patchogue Theatre (10/25-10/25) |
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The Joni Project - Celebrating the Music of Joni Mitchell feat. Katie Pearlman & her band Boulton Center for the Performing Arts (11/14-11/14) |
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Mountain Maidens Folk Show at Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame on Oct. 18th Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (10/18-10/18) |
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Disney's The Little Mermaid The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre (2/20-3/14) |
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A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams South Shore Theatre (10/16-10/16) |
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The Wiz Tilles Center for the Performing Arts Long Island University (5/13-5/13) |
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Master Zacharius: The Soulless Clockmaker Lab Theater at Long Island University (10/30-11/01) |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Dinner Detective Long Island (10/24-10/24) |
