The latest reviews and critic recommendations from Rockland / Westchester.
The Elmwood cast, directed with the requisite command of comic timing and savvy stagecraft by Director and Choreographer Jason Sommers, is comprised of an impressive array of skilled performers who seem to be enjoying their over-the-top antics as much as the audience does.
At the center of the orbit of mashed-up relationships is the consummate performance of Sam Guncler.
What did our critic think of A MASTERFUL MASTER HAROLD AND THE BOYS at The Schoolhouse Theater?
The great playwrights find imaginative and diverting ways to prick our conscience and provoke our curiosity about the mysteries of life.
It is on the wings of wit and pleasantly wacky characterizations that the operative message of tolerance is delivered, in one case with the revival meeting fervor of “Love Thy Neighbor,” led by the fun and funny antics of Michael Valinoti as genially goofy Trent Oliver.
With 'Dear Jack, Dear Louise,' Mr.
Mike Labbadia creates a larger-than-life Vincent whose slow burns, emotional outbursts, and comically hapless attempts at romance reminded me of Jackie Gleason as Ralph Kramden in seminal sitcom The Honeymooners.
One of the several surprises I encountered as Desperate Measures got underway with a bang at North Castle Library’s Whippoorwill Theater in Armonk, N.
Tony winner Karen Ziemba (for 'Contact') leads a stellar cast directed cannily, as usual, by iconic theater maven Austin Pendleton
This thoroughly enchanting production, replete with two strong leads and a 14-piece orchestra, triumphs in its simplicity of story brought alive with an easy-on-the-ears, tuneful Schwartz score
The composing team of Gitter and Berg turn out some very serviceable tunes that drive both the story and the character arcs with a simple style that helps the passionate performers invest their characters with a lot of heart.
Each cast member excels in creating a strong, distinct persona that adds up to a sizzling ensemble.
What did our critic think of THE HEIRESS AT THE MANOR CLUB at The Manor Club?
Last night, I was lucky enough to attend the opening night of Core Theatre Group’s (Hudson Valley’s newest theatre company), production of The Last Five Years, starring Season 6 winner of the The Voice Maelyn Jarmon and Clay Singer (The Band’s Visit).
Based on the 1985 movie, the script of 'Clue' is a fun romp rife with wordplay and sight gags.
What did our critic think of ITALIAN AMERICAN RECONCILIATION at Elmwood Playhouse?
What did our critic think of THE GREATER NEWBURGH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANNUAL HOLIDAY SHOW at Acquainas Hall?
The excellent ensemble's work across the board is as riveting as it is skillful, testament also to director Kathleen Mahan
What did our critic think of A DIVINE SISTER ACT AT ACT at Actors Conservatory Theatre? Actors Conservatory Theatre brings a delightfully entertaining production to Bronxville’s Taylor Hall.
The Dumb Waiter is built with the trademark tropes and techniques that comprise a vintage Pinter.
In 3-Way Stop, a threesome of short plays on stage through Oct.
What did our critic think of THE TOXIC AVENGER at Town Players Of New Canaan? The show is a comic satire with an irreverent, kooky edge, similar in style to “Little Shop of Horrors,” “Urinetown” and “Zombie Prom”.
When I heard that The Katonah Classic stage was doing a Harold Pinter Festival, I was pleasantly surprised! Pinter in the Hudson Valley? The last time I saw any Pinter was on a long-ago trip to London.
THE PINTER PLAY FESTIVAL at KATONAH CLASSIC STAGE is performed by a professional cast and crew in a beautiful theater.
What did our critic think of LET THERE BE LOVE at Penguin Rep? Quite often dramas concerning race, immigration, family squabbles (and other issues that we can’t reveal here without spoiling) tend to be in-your-face, preachy and heavy-handed.
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I Hate Hamlet Elmwood Playhouse (9/18-10/10) |
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Sordid Lives Veterans' Memorial Building (10/22-10/25) |
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Norbert Goldberg trio Jazz On Main (12/12-12/12) |
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Green Day’s American Idiot Theatre on Main Street, Inc. (11/13-11/15) |
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Sunday Brunch with Maya Shaw Jazz On Main (10/11-10/11) |
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Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) Presents Terror Tales Chilling Stories of the Macabre - A Halloween Short Play Festival October 23 - November 1 Westchester Collaborative Theater (10/23-11/01) |
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THE ANDERSON BROTHERS PLAY RICHARD RODGERS Jazz On Main (10/10-10/10) |
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Stan Ipcus & Friends Jazz On Main (10/16-10/16) |
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Giacomo Gates Trio Jazz On Main (10/24-10/24) |
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The Keith Chasin Trio Jazz On Main (11/12-11/12) |
