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Review: THE CURIOUS SAVAGE at The Fusebox
The Curious Savage, written by John Patrick, is a heartwarming and poignant comedy that explores the intersection of wealth, mental health, and human kindness. Set in a sanatorium for those seeking mental health care, the play centers on a spirited widow, Ethel P. Savage, who has inherited a fortune...
Review: NEXT FALL at Order Chaos Theater Company
In Order Chaos Theatre Company's production of Geoffrey Nauffts's NEXT FALL, Mark Alan Clemente’s astute and empathetic direction ensures that shifts between past and present flow seamlessly, that the story’s emotional stakes build dramatically, and that the playwright's goal of highlighting “...
Review: SCROOGE: A MERRY MISERLY CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Gaslight Theatre
SCROOGE at The Gaslight Theatre is a true delight!...
Review: MISERY at Live Theatre Workshop
MISERY by William Goldman and based on the novel by Stephen King has made its mark at Live Theatre Workshop. This project is a breath of fresh air. Directed by Sabian Trout, with Assistant Direction by Shanna Brock, this play is both chilling and darkly humorous. MISERY, which is playing until Novem...
Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at The Black Theatre Troupe
The Black Theatre Troupe's production of THE COLOR PURPLE is a rousing and emotionally powerful show, thanks to a brilliant cast and the keen direction of Karen Davis Jones and the musical direction of Brenda Hankins....
Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at Arizona Theatre Company
DIAL M FOR MURDER is classic suspense, and director Michael John Garcés has seen to it that the performances of the leads are on point, backed by a grand mix of designs that make for gripping theatre....
Review: ALEBRIJES at The Scoundrel And Scamp Theatre
Pinate has done an exceptional job creating a fantasy world built on darkly charming whimsy and wonder. I was often reminded of ALICE IN WONDERLAND while watching ALEBRIJES. Pinate fills the stage with fantastical imagery, much of it lit under jaw-droppingly beautiful blacklight....
Review: BRIGHT STAR at Arizona Repertory Theatre
BRIGHT STAR is a joyous and rousing production writes our critic.
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Review: FUNNY GIRL at ASU Gammage
The national tour of FUNNY GIRL features a knock-out performance by the show's leading lady, Hannah Shankman, and culminates with an audience-pleasing big finish.
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Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Arizona Broadway Theatre
The real strength of Arizona Broadway Theatre's production of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the cast – the excellent musician/performers who, while avoiding the imitation of certain obvious well-known character traits in their portrayals, manage to recreate specific elements of their real-life counter...
Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Saguaro City Music Theatre
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Saguaro City is an absolute triumph says BroadwayWorld's critic. Read on for our full review of the production. ...
Review: THE MINUTES at Stray Cat Theatre
As presented by Stray Cat Theatre as its 23rd season opener, THE MINUTES, a blistering satire of small-town city council meetings, begins as one thing and concludes as something completely different. And no matter what clues or giveaways you think you might have picked up on throughout the play, you...
Review: WAITRESS at The Phoenix Theatre Company
The Phoenix Theatre Company's production of WAITRESS...as a live musical is a testament to this unique form of American theatre... You won’t see a better production.
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Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at Arizona Theatre Company
DIAL M FOR MURDER is a chilling thriller with strong performances says BWW's critic.
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Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE: The Musical at ASU Gammage
What did our critic think of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at ASU Gammage?...
Review: THE MISS FIRECRACKER CONTEST at Live Theatre Workshop
This play is a lot of fun and audiences will leave with a smile on their face!...
Review: POTUS at Winding Road Theater Ensemble
POTUS is a dark comedy filled with strong performances....
Review: BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA at Invisible Theatre
BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA is by far the most moving play I have seen in Tucson. It stars Dennis O'Dell as John and Hannah Turner as Caitlyn, both making their Invisible Theatre debuts. This was my first introduction to the play, written by Anna Ouyang Moench. I recommend going in cold if you are unfami...
Review: SHRIEK at The Gaslight Theatre
SHRIEK is fun for the whole family!...
Review: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at ASU Gammage
Written and directed by Conor McPherson, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY doesn't feel like other jukebox musicals. If anything, with its engrossing dialog, delivered with a heightened sense of heartbreaking realism from an excellent touring ensemble, you're never quite sure how best to describe the prod...
Review: MAYTAG VIRGIN at Live Theatre Workshop
This romantic comedy has a big heart and lots of laughs....
Review: CABARET at The Phoenix Theatre Company
The Phoenix Theatre Company’s production of CABARET, directed by Michael Barnard ~ outstanding and exemplifying excellence in theatre....
Review: WILLY WONKA at Saguaro City Music Theatre
A sweet treat, WILLY WONKA is delightful family entertainment! Photo by Ray Frieders....
Review: SPIDER-GUY at The Gaslight Theatre
SPIDER-GUY is extremely entertaining, with some of the best performances I have seen at the Gaslight Theatre!...
Review: TRUE WEST at Arizona Theatre Company
Arizona Theatre Company's production of Sam Shepard's TRUE WEST bristles with raw energy, exposing the myths of the American Dream....
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