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BWW Review:  IAGO at NJ Rep is an Extraordinary Play Wonderfully Presented

BWW Review: IAGO at NJ Rep is an Extraordinary Play Wonderfully Presented

by Marina Kennedy — August 29, 2016
IAGO, a true theatrical masterpiece, is now onstage at New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) through September 25th. With a brilliant and insightful script by the late James McLure and the splendid direction of the theatre's Artistic Director, SuzAnne Barabas, it is a must-see show....
BWW Review: EXIT THE KING at STNJ is Enthralling

BWW Review: EXIT THE KING at STNJ is Enthralling

by Marina Kennedy — August 15, 2016
Exit the King is now on stage at the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) through August 28th. This enthralling show is by Romanian-French writer Eugene Ionesco, translated by Donald Watson with absolutely splendid direction by the theatre's Artistic Director, Bonnie J. Monte....
BWW Review: ROSENCRANTZ & GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD and Pondering at Princeton Summer The

BWW Review: ROSENCRANTZ & GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD and Pondering at Princeton Summer Theater

by Sarah Vander Schaaff — July 28, 2016
ROSENCRANTZ & GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD but TOM STOPPARD's wit is always alive. Princeton Summer Theater season continues....
BWW Review: LONG GONE DADDY at Mile Square Theatre

BWW Review: LONG GONE DADDY at Mile Square Theatre

by Adam Cohen — July 21, 2016
A moving portrait of life, parenthood, stay at home dadness, and coming to terms with the past....
BWW Review: WATER BY THE SPOONFUL at Premiere Stages is Rich and Rewarding Drama

BWW Review: WATER BY THE SPOONFUL at Premiere Stages is Rich and Rewarding Drama

by Marina Kennedy — July 18, 2016
The New Jersey Premiere of Water by the Spoonful is now being performed through July 31st by Premiere Stages, the professional Equity Theatre at Kean University. This exceptional Pulitzer-Prize winning play by Quiara Alegria Hudes features excellent direction by Kel Haney and a very accomplished tro...
BWW Review:  Shakespeare's CORIOLANUS at STNJ is Extraordinary

BWW Review: Shakespeare's CORIOLANUS at STNJ is Extraordinary

by Marina Kennedy — July 13, 2016
William Shakespeare's thrilling political drama, Coriolanus is now on stage at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) through July 24th....
BWW Review:  STRUCK at NJ Rep is Engaging and Intriguing

BWW Review: STRUCK at NJ Rep is Engaging and Intriguing

by Marina Kennedy — July 4, 2016
See 'STRUCK' at New Jersey Repertory Company in Long Branch through July 31st. This intriguing show is written by Sandy Rustin, directed by Don Stephenson and features a stellar cast....
BWW Review:  THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (abridged) (revised) by STNJ i

BWW Review: THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (abridged) (revised) by STNJ is a Gem

by Marina Kennedy — July 1, 2016
Put The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) Outdoor Stage on your summer entertainment schedule. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) (revised) is now being performed through July 31st and this show is a real gem....
BWW Review: CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION at Mile Square Theatre

BWW Review: CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION at Mile Square Theatre

by Adam Cohen — June 23, 2016
. Wonderful production of an award-winning play @ Mile Square Theatre...
BWW Review: ASSASSINS at Princeton Summer Theater Captivates!

BWW Review: ASSASSINS at Princeton Summer Theater Captivates!

by Sarah Vander Schaaff — June 19, 2016
Fans of this musical will not be disappointed...
BWW Review:  I REMEMBER MAMA at Two River Theater is Superb

BWW Review: I REMEMBER MAMA at Two River Theater is Superb

by Marina Kennedy — June 16, 2016
See 'I Remember Mama' at Two River Theater in Red Bank now through June 26th. This fine piece of classic theater is wonderfully staged and beautifully performed by an ensemble of ten veteran actresses....
BWW Review:  WEST SIDE STORY at Paper Mill Playhouse is Magnificent

BWW Review: WEST SIDE STORY at Paper Mill Playhouse is Magnificent

by Marina Kennedy — June 7, 2016
See 'West Side Story' now at Paper Mill Playhouse through June 26th. Their production of this modern American classic is magnificent....
BWW Review: NUNSENCE at Rhino Theater

BWW Review: NUNSENCE at Rhino Theater

by Adam Cohen — June 6, 2016
Get thee to the Rhino Theater for high jinks of the highest order...
BWW Review: AN EVENING WITH MATTHEW MORRISON at Mayo Performing Arts Center

BWW Review: AN EVENING WITH MATTHEW MORRISON at Mayo Performing Arts Center

by Leigh Scheps — May 23, 2016
I've met Matthew several times over the last decade and a half. The first time was in 2002, right after Hairspray opened. The second instance was at 54 Below, when he was seeing his on-screen arch nemesis, Jane Lynch, perform. Most recently, I got the chance to briefly chat with him backstage after ...
BWW Review: A SONG AT TWILIGHT at STNJ is Brilliant

BWW Review: A SONG AT TWILIGHT at STNJ is Brilliant

by Marina Kennedy — May 20, 2016
See 'A Song at Twilight' now at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey in Madison through May 29th. Directed by Paul Mullins, this brilliant production kicks off the 2016 season....
BWW Review: ALL THE DAYS at McCarter Theatre Center

BWW Review: ALL THE DAYS at McCarter Theatre Center

by Leigh Byron — May 18, 2016
ALL THE DAYS is now playing at the McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton through May 29. The show brings to the fore the intricacies of tangled and dysfunctional family relationships with both drama and comedy....
BWW Review:  VILLAINOUS COMPANY is an Intriguing New Show at NJ Rep

BWW Review: VILLAINOUS COMPANY is an Intriguing New Show at NJ Rep

by Marina Kennedy — May 11, 2016
New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) continues its successful season with VILLAINOUS COMPANY through June 5th. Written by Victor L. Cahn and directed by SuzAnne Barabas, this is an intriguing new show on the Long Branch stage....
BWW Review:  HOW I BECAME A PIRATE at the Growing Stage is a Fun-Filled Appealing Mus

BWW Review: HOW I BECAME A PIRATE at the Growing Stage is a Fun-Filled Appealing Musical

by Marina Kennedy — May 4, 2016
See 'How I Became a Pirate' on the Growing Stage in Netcong from May 13th to May 22nd. Directed by Danny Campos, this musical features a talented cast in a fun-filled, captivating show....
BWW Review:  CROSSING SWORDS by ATG at Hamilton Stage is Enthralling

BWW Review: CROSSING SWORDS by ATG at Hamilton Stage is Enthralling

by Marina Kennedy — April 26, 2016
American Theater Group (ATG) is currently presenting 'Crossing Swords' at Hamilton Stage in Rahway through Sunday, May 1st. Directed by Igor Golden and written by Joe Slabe, this new musical is absolutely enthralling with a captivating story and an excellent score....
BWW Review:  PERICLES at TRT is Exciting and Inventive

BWW Review: PERICLES at TRT is Exciting and Inventive

by Marina Kennedy — April 26, 2016
See William Shakespeare's 'Pericles' at Two River Theater through May 8th. Directed by David Schweizer and choreographed by Dan Knechtges, the show has original music and lyrics by Rinde Eckert and musical direction by Ian Axness. The dive bar setting puts a modern spin on The Bard's classic and t...
BWW Review: GOODNIGHT MOON at Mile Square Theater Hoboken NJ

BWW Review: GOODNIGHT MOON at Mile Square Theater Hoboken NJ

by Adam Cohen — April 25, 2016
The children's classic comes to life. Brilliant production design, ingenious energetic cast. Well worth admission...
BWW Review:  MY NAME IS ASHER LEV at GSP is a True Gem at GSP

BWW Review: MY NAME IS ASHER LEV at GSP is a True Gem at GSP

by Marina Kennedy — April 21, 2016
'My Name is Asher Lev' is a gem of a show now being performed at George Street Playhouse through May 1st....
BWW Review:  PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES at Paper Mill is Pure Enjoyment

BWW Review: PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES at Paper Mill is Pure Enjoyment

by Marina Kennedy — April 13, 2016
See 'Pump Boys and Dinettes' now on the Paper Mill Playhouse stage through May 1st. Written, conceived and directed by John Foley with choreography by JoAnn M. Hunter, this fun, fantastic show features an incredibly talented cast....
BWW Review:  FLY at Crossroads Through 4/17 is Brilliant Theatre

BWW Review: FLY at Crossroads Through 4/17 is Brilliant Theatre

by Marina Kennedy — April 12, 2016
'FLY' is on the Crossroads Theater Stage through April 17th. Written by Trey Ellis and Ricardo Khan, directed by Khan and choreographed by Hope Clarke, this must-see production is brilliant....
BWW Review:  START DOWN at Centenary Stage through 4/24 is Entertaining and Relevant

BWW Review: START DOWN at Centenary Stage through 4/24 is Entertaining and Relevant

by Marina Kennedy — April 12, 2016
'Start Down' written by Eleanor Burgess and directed by Margo Whitcomb is being performed by Centenary Stage Company now through April 24th. This entertaining and relevant play addresses the intriguing subject of technology in education while taking a close look at the people behind the project....
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