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BWW Review: BORN YESTERDAY at Studio Playhouse

BWW Review: BORN YESTERDAY at Studio Playhouse

by Gina Zenyuch — March 31, 2019
Montclair New Jersey's Studio Players presents Garson Kanin's Born Yesterday at Studio Playhouse....
BWW Review: Jersey City's Grace Church turns into Elsinore for HAMLET by Shakespeare@

BWW Review: Jersey City's Grace Church turns into Elsinore for HAMLET by Shakespeare@

by Matthew Michaels — March 30, 2019
Church, thy name is theater. Shakespeare@ kicks off their inaugural run in Jersey City with a sharp production of HAMLET. William Shakespeare's Danish tragedy of revenge and mental insanity transforms the space of Grace Church Van Vorst, a New Jersey Episcopal church on the National Registry of H...
BWW Review: Patina Miller Charms at Kean Stage

BWW Review: Patina Miller Charms at Kean Stage

by Marina Kennedy — March 26, 2019
Patina Miller thrilled the full house audience at Kean Stage's Enlow Recital Hall on Saturday night, March 23. Her 90-minute show featured a well-selected, varied repertoire of songs, all wonderfully performed....
BWW Review:  Eagle Theatre's Regional Premier of NATIVE GARDENS

BWW Review: Eagle Theatre's Regional Premier of NATIVE GARDENS

by Pati Buehler — March 24, 2019
Would-be friends become fence-feuding neighbors over two feet of property....
BWW Review: CURIOUS GEORGE: THE GOLDEN MEATBALL at The Growing Stage

BWW Review: CURIOUS GEORGE: THE GOLDEN MEATBALL at The Growing Stage

by Jaclyn Layman — March 25, 2019
Everyone's favorite monkey teaches us about kindness, friendship and how to make meatballs....
BWW Review: DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES at NJPAC

BWW Review: DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES at NJPAC

by Matthew Michaels — March 22, 2019
The jazz king of Harlem is alive and well in Newark, New Jersey. In honor of the 120th anniversary of his birth next month, Crossroads Theater Company and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center have co-produced a short run of DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES. The musical revue, which original...
BWW Review: THE GLASS MENAGERIE at Ritz Theatre Company is a 'Memory Play' that's Mem

BWW Review: THE GLASS MENAGERIE at Ritz Theatre Company is a 'Memory Play' that's Memorable

by Amber Kusching — March 20, 2019
The Glass Menagerie is one of Tennessee Williams' most personal, popular and often-performed plays. The play takes place in St. Louis in the 1930s and revolves around the Wingfield family. Tennessee Williams' The Glass Menagerie is playing now through March 31st at Ritz Theatre Company in Haddon Tow...
BWW Review: THE IMMIGRANT at GSP Touches Your Heart and Soul

BWW Review: THE IMMIGRANT at GSP Touches Your Heart and Soul

by Marina Kennedy — March 19, 2019
As a home to great theatre, George Street Playhouse has done it again. 'The Immigrant,' a production that is relevant, inspirational, and entertaining, is now on the New Brunswick stage. Written by Mark Harelik, conceived by Mark Harelik and Randal Myler, the show enjoys wonderful direction by the P...
BWW Review: World Premiere of KEN LUDWIG'S THE GODS OF COMEDY at McCarter's Matthews

BWW Review: World Premiere of KEN LUDWIG'S THE GODS OF COMEDY at McCarter's Matthews Theater

by Matthew Michaels — March 17, 2019
Esteemed playwright Ken Ludwig, winner of multiple Tony and Olivier Awards, introduced his newest piece at The McCarter Theater Center in Princeton, New Jersey. KEN LUDWIG'S THE GODS OF COMEDY opened to rapturous laughter and a receptive audience thanks to a bright production and terrific performanc...
BWW Review: THE SOURCE by Jack Canfora Makes its Stunning World Premiere Now at NJ Re

BWW Review: THE SOURCE by Jack Canfora Makes its Stunning World Premiere Now at NJ Rep

by Marina Kennedy — March 13, 2019
NJ Rep is now presenting the world premiere of Jack Canfora's The Source through April 7. This outstanding play has received the prestigious Edgerton Foundation New Play Award. Superbly directed by the Company's Associate Artistic Director, Evan Bergman, it features an exceptional three-person cast....
BWW Review: HOW TO TRANSCEND A HAPPY MARRIAGE at Black Box PAC

BWW Review: HOW TO TRANSCEND A HAPPY MARRIAGE at Black Box PAC

by Lianna Albrizio — March 10, 2019
In Sarah Ruhl's whimsical and hysterical play, 'How to Transcend a Happy Marriage,' two married couples explore polyamory and learn a thing or two about human desire and the sustainability of their own relationships....
BWW Review: MAMMA MIA Showcases Star-Studded Talent at Axelrod Performing Arts Center

BWW Review: MAMMA MIA Showcases Star-Studded Talent at Axelrod Performing Arts Center in Deal

by Erica Handel — March 12, 2019
The jukebox musical Mamma Mia comes to the Axelrod Performing Arts Center this March as 'the Jersey Shore's First Professional Production' of this smash-hit show....
BWW Review: THEO at Two River Theater Brings the Struggles and Triumphs of a Family t

BWW Review: THEO at Two River Theater Brings the Struggles and Triumphs of a Family to Life on the Red Bank Stage

by Marina Kennedy — March 5, 2019
Two River Theater (TRT) is now presenting the commissioned world premiere of 'Theo.' This new play is written by Obie Award winner, Martin Moran and directed by Carolyn Cantor. This show is proof that theatre matters. It addresses contemporary subjects with drama, humor and grace....
BWW Review: GHOST THE MUSICAL is Charismatic at Hamilton Stage in Rahway

BWW Review: GHOST THE MUSICAL is Charismatic at Hamilton Stage in Rahway

by Marina Kennedy — March 4, 2019
Ghost The Musical is being presented at the Hamilton Stage of the Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) in Rahway through Sunday, March 10. Romance, intrigue, inspiration, laughs, and more make for a superlative theatrical experience....
BWW Review: Pinter's THE CARETAKER Comes To Weehawken

BWW Review: Pinter's THE CARETAKER Comes To Weehawken

by Marina Kennedy — February 26, 2019
Broadwayworld welcomes this guest review by Matthew Michaels on Harold Pinter's 'The Caretaker' presented by Hudson Theater Works. The show will be on stage until March 10....
BWW Review: LADY WRITES THE BLUES at Hackensack Performing Arts Center

BWW Review: LADY WRITES THE BLUES at Hackensack Performing Arts Center

by Marina Kennedy — February 23, 2019
Lianna Albrizio contributes this guest review for 'Lady Writes the Blues' at Hackensack Performing Arts Center....
BWW Review: ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Centenary Stage is a Powerful and Important Show f

BWW Review: ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Centenary Stage is a Powerful and Important Show for Our Times

by Marina Kennedy — February 19, 2019
Henrik Ibsen's 'Enemy of the People' is now being presented by Centenary Stage Company (CSC) through March 3. The play is adapted by John Alan Wyatt and splendidly directed by Anne Occhiogrosso. The CSC production of Ibsen's classic, yet timeless tale is praiseworthy for its excellent staging and ou...
BWW Review: MY VERY OWN BRITISH INVASION at Paper Mill Playhouse Hits All the Right N

BWW Review: MY VERY OWN BRITISH INVASION at Paper Mill Playhouse Hits All the Right Notes

by Marina Kennedy — February 11, 2019
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...
BWW Review:  ROAN @ THE GATES at Luna Stage is an Intriguing Two-Hander

BWW Review: ROAN @ THE GATES at Luna Stage is an Intriguing Two-Hander

by Marina Kennedy — February 6, 2019
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 ...
BWW Review: THE BOYS NEXT DOOR at Bridge Players Theatre Company is Emotional, Heart-

BWW Review: THE BOYS NEXT DOOR at Bridge Players Theatre Company is Emotional, Heart-Warming and Hilarious

by Amber Kusching — February 5, 2019
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...
BWW Review: Eagle Theater's RAGTIME Reaches Hearts to the  Core

BWW Review: Eagle Theater's RAGTIME Reaches Hearts to the Core

by Pati Buehler — February 4, 2019
From a handful of some of Eagle's most talented favorite actors to the newcomers we are treated to one glorious emotion-packed piece....
BWW Review: The World Premiere of LITTLE GIRL BLUE-THE NINA SIMONE MUSICAL Enthralls

BWW Review: The World Premiere of LITTLE GIRL BLUE-THE NINA SIMONE MUSICAL Enthralls at GSP

by Marina Kennedy — February 3, 2019
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...
BWW Review: I AND YOU at Mile Square Theatre Hoboken

BWW Review: I AND YOU at Mile Square Theatre Hoboken

by Adam Cohen — February 1, 2019
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....
BWW Review: PIRATES OF PENZANCE at the Sketch Club Players

BWW Review: PIRATES OF PENZANCE at the Sketch Club Players

by Pati Buehler — January 29, 2019
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....
BWW Review: SIGNIFICANT OTHER Is More Significant Than Other at Black Box PAC in Tean

BWW Review: SIGNIFICANT OTHER Is More Significant Than Other at Black Box PAC in Teaneck

by Marina Kennedy — January 28, 2019
Broadwayworld welcomes this guest review by Matthew Michaels. Matthew attended 'SIGNIFICANT OTHER' at Black Box PAC in Teaneck....
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