WHIPPOORWILL HALL, AT THE NORTH CASTLE LIBRARY

by Bruce Apar - June 07, 2024

Tony winner Karen Ziemba (for 'Contact') leads a stellar cast directed cannily, as usual, by iconic theater maven Austin Pendleton...

by Bruce Apar - June 06, 2024

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...

by Bruce Apar - May 09, 2024

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....

by Bruce Apar - May 09, 2024

Each cast member excels in creating a strong, distinct persona that adds up to a sizzling ensemble....

by Pia Haas - April 13, 2024

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by Rachel Stone - February 23, 2024

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).  This production, directed with honesty and inve...

by Bruce Apar - February 15, 2024

Based on the 1985 movie, the script of 'Clue' is a fun romp rife with wordplay and sight gags. Need a break from streaming and bingeing and all the newfangled ways to get your entertainment fix? ...

by Pia Haas - January 26, 2024

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by Peter Danish - December 14, 2023

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by Bruce Apar - November 19, 2023

The excellent ensemble's work across the board is as riveting as it is skillful, testament also to director Kathleen Mahan...