Review: ANASTASIA at The Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company
by Sam Desmond - Dec 3, 2025
In the perennially winter tale of “Anastasia,” a musical about the young Russian woman with claims to be being the lone survivor of the royal Romanov family’s massacre, The Lighthouse Repertory captured the magic and warmth of a Christmas-time story while creating great dramatic tension.
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at CAP Syosset
by Sam Desmond - Oct 20, 2025
As in-depth, thrilling, and heart-breaking as Carole King’s legendary album, Tapestry, Cultural Performing Arts Center Syosset’s production of “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” was a full ride of the human emotions that was embodied in the songs that defined American music for a generation.
Preview: BURNIN’ LOVE 2025 at CAP Merrick
by Andrew J. Koehler - Jan 28, 2025
Are you looking for a special night to share with your special someone, or looking to go on a self-date where love is in the air? Look no further than The Cultural Arts Playhouse! The Cultural Arts Playhouse of Merrick's annual Valentine's Day event is back and better than ever!
Feature: BARE: A POP OPERA at CAP Merrick
by Andrew J. Koehler - Jan 23, 2025
The tragic love story BARE: A POP OPERA opens tonight at CAP Merrick. Directed by Domenick Napoli, this production is a standout. Under Napoli’s direction, every actor takes a journey that is intricate and relatable. In a class by itself, it comes with soaring vocals, musically directed by Mario Mannarino, explosive choreography provided by Ruben Fernandez.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Long Island Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Previews: PIPPIN at CAP Merrick
by Andrew J. Koehler - May 26, 2024
CAP Merrick has some 'magic to do' over the next month! Their latest theatrical venture, PIPPIN opened on May 25th!
Preview: CARRIE: THE MUSICAL at CAP Merrick
by Andrew J. Koehler - Jan 12, 2024
The next theatrical venture of CAP Merrick opens this weekend! Kick off your 2024 with CARRIE: THE MUSICAL. Directed by Tony Frangipane, with musical direction from Jared Glazer, the production is electric and is bound to be a hit, especially amongst fans of the 1976 Brian De Palma film and Stephen King book of the same name. Check out some photos below, courtesy of Tony Frangipane, Anthony Orellana, Chrissy Ganci, and Danielle Jenkin Photography.
Photos: ELF: THE MUSICAL at Cultural Arts Playhouse
by Andrew J. Koehler - Dec 28, 2023
ELF: THE MUSICAL opened to glowing audience response at the Cultural Arts Playhouse in Syosset on December 9th. Directed by Shiloh Bennett, the production is bursting with fantastic tunes, boasting musical direction from Zach Mandernach, and electrifying choreography provided by Camilla Montoya. Get your tickets before they head back to the North Pole on January 7th! Check out production photos below, all provided by Danielle Jenkin Photography.
Feature: INTO THE WOODS at Mezzo Theatrical Productions
by Andrew J. Koehler - Aug 3, 2023
Mezzo Theatrical Productions, founded by Long Island based visionary John Mezzo, opens its doors this year as Nassau County’s newest troupe for high quality, high class entertainment. This summer, they are presenting the classic musical INTO THE WOODS, written by James Lapine and the late Stephen Sondheim. This production is directed by the incredible John Mezzo, and music directed by the spectacular Rich Giordano. The show stars a melting-pot of Long Island and other New York talent, Julie Stewart (the Witch), Hannah Pipa (the Baker’s Wife), Sean Ryan (the Baker), Bridget Cunningham (Cinderella), Jason Steven Kopp (Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince), Kevin Kirley (Jack), Mairead Camas (Little Red Ridinghood), John Mezzo (Narrator/Mysterious Man), Matt Ranagan (Rapunzel’s Prince), Jennifer Gillen-Goldstein (Jack’s Mother/Cinderella’s Mother), Randi Kopp (Evil Stepmother/Granny/Giant’s Voice), Elizabeth Anglim (Florinda), KG Foley (Lucinda), Bella Carrano (Rapunzel), and Andrew J. Koehler (Steward/Cinderella’s Father). The production is being presented from August 4-12 at the Long Island Children’s Museum in Garden City.