NEW JERSEY THEATER REVIEWS

You don't have to remember the '60's scene to relish 'My Very Own British Invasion' at Paper Mill Playhouse. Theatergoers of all ages will be engaged by this new musical. The exciting world premiere hits all the right notes. It is expertly directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell with the finest...

Luna Stage is now presenting the world premiere of Christina Gorman's gripping story of cyber security and romance, Roan @ The Gates. The two-hander is adeptly directed by Michelle Tattenbaum and features the talents of Aaliyah Habeeb and Mel House. This timely, thought-provoking play will intrigue ...

The Boys Next Door is a series of vignettes blending scenes from the residents' daily lives (where "little things" sometimes become both momentous and comic) with moments of great poignancy, reminding us that those with disabilities are like everyone else, wanting only to love, laugh and find some m...

From a handful of some of Eagle's most talented favorite actors to the newcomers we are treated to one glorious emotion-packed piece....

Tickets won't last long for this one. George Street Playhouse (GSP) is now presenting the world premiere of Little Girl Blue-The Nina Simone Musical through February 24. Superbly written and performed by Laiona Michelle, the production enjoys inspired direction by Devanand Janki. This show is a sure...

Lauren Gunderson's play 'I and You' is now playing at Mile Square Theatre in Hoboken. Under director Chris O'Connor's steady hands this is a tender intelligent production with articulate, vital, complex, and achingly vulnerable performances. It will appeal to teens and adults....

Tis' always a glorious thing to "See" A Pirate King as The Sketch Club Players take on the huge task of staging a high energy production....

Broadwayworld welcomes this guest review by Matthew Michaels. Matthew attended 'SIGNIFICANT OTHER' at Black Box PAC in Teaneck....

The Niceties by Eleanor Burgess, having been performed at the Huntington Theatre Company and Manhattan Theatre Club, makes its way to McCarter Theatre Center's Berlind Theatre, a fitting arena for a play set during a history professor's office hours....

Hailed as one of the funniest shows of all time, 'Noises Off' is on stage at Two River Theater through Sunday, February 3. You'll laugh, laugh, and laugh some more at this truly timeless comedy. Directed by Sarna Lapine and featuring a marvelous cast, the production is an absolute pleasure. Whether...

The Ritz Theatre Co." the only regional licensor" proudly presents this Tony Winner, 'A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder' in South Jersey....

E.M. Lewis' 'Apple Season' is now making its world premiere at NJ Rep. This wonderfully crafted, emotive play is sure to make a lasting impression on metro area theatregoers. With the artful direction of Zoya Kachadurian and the show's splendid cast, it is storytelling at its best....

'Tis the season to be merry and there's no better way than gathering friends and family to enjoy the best in entertainment. McCarter Theatre is now presenting Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol,' wonderfully directed by Adam Immerwahr....

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is now presenting their marvelous season's finale, 'The Winter's Tale' by William Shakespeare. With splendid direction by the Theatre's Artistic Director, Bonnie Monte, and an outstanding cast of thespians, this vibrant tale has a clever blend of reality and fan...

The Chatham Players Proudly Presents The 30th Anniversary of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens...

Amazing rendion of a holiday classic. Theater at it's finest and most moving, effective, engaging, crafty production....

'Babes in Toyland' is now showing at the Growing Stage Theatre in Netcong, NJ through December 16th. It's a wonderful production with something for kids of all ages....

Here's the show we know our readers will want to see. George Street Playhouse is presenting 'A Doll's House, Part 2' by Lucas Hnath, masterfully directed by Betsy Aidem....

Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn is dazzling audiences at Paper Mill Playhouse. Recently seen on Broadway, this brilliant musical has a book by Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge. The production enjoys superb direction by Mr. Greenberg, inspired choreographies by Denis Jones, vibrant musical direction by Sh...

Two River Theater (TRT) is now presenting a stunning production of August Wilson's drama, King Hedley II through December 16. The show is expertly directed by the renowned actor and director, Brandon J. Dirden and features a cast that is ideal in their roles....

Centenary Stage Company continues their successful 20182019 theatrical season with the National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of Jennifer Fawcett's award-winning play Apples in Winter. The one-woman show features excellent direction by Mikaela Kafka and a stunning performance by Colleen Sm...

Under the intimate warmth of the Axelrod footlights, Andrea McArdle capably delivers both her trademark Broadway-belt and a comic sense of desperation....

Be careful what you wish for. You might just find magic in the Woods…or not!...

Treat yourself to the comedic jewel of the fall theatre season. Charley's Aunt by Brandon Thomas is now being performed at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. With the creative, clever direction of Joe Discher and a cast that is ideal in their roles, you'll be laughing out loud at the situations ...

The Town of Berlin may be small but it's sporting some really BIG talent in a really cool spot....