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BWW Review: THE NICETIES is a Lesson for Today

BWW Review: THE NICETIES is a Lesson for Today

by Sarah Vander Schaaff — January 23, 2019
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....
BWW Review: NOISES OFF at TRT is a Sidesplitting Comedy Wonderfully Performed

BWW Review: NOISES OFF at TRT is a Sidesplitting Comedy Wonderfully Performed

by Marina Kennedy — January 21, 2019
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...
BWW Review:  A GENTLEMANS GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at Ritz Theatre Kills It With Comedy

BWW Review: A GENTLEMANS GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at Ritz Theatre Kills It With Comedy

by Pati Buehler — January 19, 2019
The Ritz Theatre Co." the only regional licensor" proudly presents this Tony Winner, 'A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder' in South Jersey....
BWW Review: APPLE SEASON has an Outstanding World Premiere at NJ Rep

BWW Review: APPLE SEASON has an Outstanding World Premiere at NJ Rep

by Marina Kennedy — January 15, 2019
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....
BWW Review:  A CHRISTMAS CAROL at McCarter Theatre is a Brilliant Production of the T

BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at McCarter Theatre is a Brilliant Production of the Timeless Classic

by Marina Kennedy — December 14, 2018
'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....
BWW Review: A WINTER'S TALE at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ is a Vibrant Holiday Pro

BWW Review: A WINTER'S TALE at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ is a Vibrant Holiday Production

by Marina Kennedy — December 12, 2018
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...
BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Chatham Playhouse

BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Chatham Playhouse

by Gina Zenyuch — December 8, 2018
The Chatham Players Proudly Presents The 30th Anniversary of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens...
BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Mile Square Theatre Hoboken

BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Mile Square Theatre Hoboken

by Adam Cohen — December 7, 2018
Amazing rendion of a holiday classic. Theater at it's finest and most moving, effective, engaging, crafty production....
BWW Review: BABES IN TOYLAND at The Growing Stage Charms

BWW Review: BABES IN TOYLAND at The Growing Stage Charms

by Marina Kennedy — December 5, 2018
'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....
BWW Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE-PART 2 at George Street Playhouse is a Captivating Family

BWW Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE-PART 2 at George Street Playhouse is a Captivating Family Saga

by Marina Kennedy — December 4, 2018
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....
BWW Review:  IRVING BERLIN'S HOLIDAY INN at Paper Mill Playhouse Dazzles-A Must-See f

BWW Review: IRVING BERLIN'S HOLIDAY INN at Paper Mill Playhouse Dazzles-A Must-See for this Season of Good Cheer

by Marina Kennedy — November 27, 2018
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...
BWW Review:  KING HEDLEY II by August Wilson at Two River Theater is a Powerful and E

BWW Review: KING HEDLEY II by August Wilson at Two River Theater is a Powerful and Emotive Drama

by Marina Kennedy — November 21, 2018
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....
BWW Review: APPLES IN WINTER at Centenary Stage is a Compelling and Insightful One-Wo

BWW Review: APPLES IN WINTER at Centenary Stage is a Compelling and Insightful One-Woman Show

by Marina Kennedy — November 16, 2018
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...
BWW Review: ANNIE at Axelrod Performing Arts Center

BWW Review: ANNIE at Axelrod Performing Arts Center

by Michael T. Mooney — November 5, 2018
Under the intimate warmth of the Axelrod footlights, Andrea McArdle capably delivers both her trademark Broadway-belt and a comic sense of desperation....
BWW REVIEW: Ritz Theatre's INTO THE WOODS…Charms

BWW REVIEW: Ritz Theatre's INTO THE WOODS…Charms

by Pati Buehler — November 4, 2018
Be careful what you wish for. You might just find magic in the Woods…or not!...
BWW Review: CHARLEYS AUNT at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ is a Comedic Jewel

BWW Review: CHARLEYS AUNT at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ is a Comedic Jewel

by Marina Kennedy — October 30, 2018
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 ...
BWW Review/Interview: GRAHAM ALEXANDER and THE VAULT

BWW Review/Interview: GRAHAM ALEXANDER and THE VAULT

by Pati Buehler — October 29, 2018
The Town of Berlin may be small but it's sporting some really BIG talent in a really cool spot....
BWW Review: PIRIRA by J. Stephen Brantley and Directed by Ari Laura Kreith at Luna St

BWW Review: PIRIRA by J. Stephen Brantley and Directed by Ari Laura Kreith at Luna Stage

by Marina Kennedy — October 24, 2018
Pirira by J. Stephen Brantley opens Luna Stage's 2018-19 season with a bang. Under the new leadership of Ari Laura Kreith (who directed the production) Pirira continues and expands Luna's commitment to timely plays where social justice is an undercurrent....
BWW Review: THE TRIAL OF DONNA CAINE at GSP is an Engrossing Courtroom Drama

BWW Review: THE TRIAL OF DONNA CAINE at GSP is an Engrossing Courtroom Drama

by Marina Kennedy — October 22, 2018
George Street Playhouse (GSP) opens their 20182019 season with Walter Anderson's 'The Trial of Donna Caine,' directed by the Playhouse's Artistic Director, David Saint.Metro area audiences are fortunate to have The Trial of Donna Caine on the New Brunswick stage. Get your tickets and make it a part ...
BWW Review: WOLF AT THE DOOR at NJ Rep is a Mystical and Mesmerizing New Play

BWW Review: WOLF AT THE DOOR at NJ Rep is a Mystical and Mesmerizing New Play

by Marina Kennedy — October 20, 2018
A very distinctive production is now on stage at New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep). The world premiere of Marisela Trevino Orta's Wolf at the Door, exquisitely directed by Daniel Jaquez, is now being presented through November 18....
BWW Review:  DRACULA at Centenary Stage Company is an Outstanding Production of a Thr

BWW Review: DRACULA at Centenary Stage Company is an Outstanding Production of a Thrilling Classic

by Marina Kennedy — October 19, 2018
The timing is perfect. In this Halloween season of chills and thrills, Centenary Stage Company is presenting an exceptional production of Bram Stoker's 1897 Gothic horror story, Dracula, adapted and directed by Charles Morey....
DETROIT '67 at McCarter - A Family's Pivotal Summer in the Motor City!

DETROIT '67 at McCarter - A Family's Pivotal Summer in the Motor City!

by Sarah Vander Schaaff — October 18, 2018
DETROIT '67 is part of Morisseau's 'The Detroit Project,' a 3-play cycle inspired by her connection to the city. This production's story, said director Jade King Caroll, is grounded in family. No matter what might be happening in the world outside, 'you always have your family,' she said....
BWW Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at The Growing Stage

BWW Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at The Growing Stage

by Jaclyn Layman — October 17, 2018
The Growing Stage presents a delightful production of The Wizard of Oz in Netcong, New Jersey....
BWW Review: BLACK TOM ISLAND at Premiere Stages is an Emotive and Excellent Historica

BWW Review: BLACK TOM ISLAND at Premiere Stages is an Emotive and Excellent Historical Play

by Marina Kennedy — October 16, 2018
Martin Casella's world premiere play, 'Black Tom Island' is now being performed by Premiere Stages through October 21 at the 1882 Carriage House of Liberty Hall Museum on the Kean University Campus. With the inspired direction of Premiere Stages' Producing Artistic Director, John J. Wooten, history ...
BWW Review: DRACULA by InterAct Theatre Productions at The Baird Theatre

BWW Review: DRACULA by InterAct Theatre Productions at The Baird Theatre

by Gina Zenyuch — October 15, 2018
InterACT Theatre Productions presents Bram Stoker's "Dracula," adapted by Steven Dietz....
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