The latest reviews and critic recommendations from Long Island.
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
What did our critic think of THE BODYGUARD at John W.
A bucolic tale of a small community—almost like the town square that Belle from Beauty and the Beast goes through—that makes a sharp turn into human rights violations, “Fiddler on the Roof” asks quite a bit from its actors to go from whimsical country life to a terrified ousted community dee
Feisty felines compete for centerstage through dance and song, with nary a meow as this show features no human characters.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Agatha Christie’s death, theaters across Long Island have been producing great works of the beloved mystery author true to the heritage of Christie and the spirit of her creativity.
The opening night production of “Annie” on Friday, March 6 at the Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts marked the fourth viewing of the scrappy, upstart orphan I’ve seen this winter alone (there was actually a fifth I could’ve reviewed if BroadwayWorld hired me two weeks earlier).
A devastatingly timely production of “Fiddler on the Roof,” by Cultural Arts Playhouse in Syosset brings us to the small, earnest existence of Anatevka, a Jewish town in the Russian empire during the tumultuous turn of the century.
With theatre that touches upon the religious, it can be tricky to strike a balance between artistry and accuracy that carries the audience’s imagination instead of accidentally shunning creativity.
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Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County (6/19-7/19) |
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THE WEDDING SINGER The John W. Engeman Theater (7/09-8/23) |
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A Swell-egant, Elegant Party: Eric Comstock & Barbara Fasano, Hosted & Written By Laurence Maslon (WLIW-FM Radio) LTV Studios (8/01-8/01) |
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Derek Hough- Symphony of Dance: Encore Tilles Center for the Performing Arts (7/19-7/19) |
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I Hate Hamlet by Paul Rudnick South Shore Theatre (8/22-8/22) |
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Bleeding Egos to Perform at Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame on July 12th Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (7/12-7/12) |
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Pippin Frank and Jill Productions (7/30-8/01) |
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Cabaret Theatre Three - NY (9/20-10/25) |
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Urinetown the musical South Shore Theatre (7/24-7/24) |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Dinner Detective Long Island (8/22-8/22) |
