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Review: La Mirada Theatre Serves Up A Satisfying Slice with WAITRESS
by Michael Quintos - Sep 26, 2024


Now having its So. California Regional premiere production at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts thru Oct. 13, 2024, this funny, endearing, and ultimately empowering show is easily, hands-down, this critic's favorite iteration of this musical—in no small part thanks to Desi Oakley's return to the title role and its Sara Bareilles songbook.

Review: & JULIET at the Hippodrome
by Timoth David Copney - Sep 26, 2024


Like so many great Broadway musicals, this one was also born somewhere else, getting its start in London’s West End like so many other imports to Broadway. With a book by David West Read, who writes some of the funniest dialogue I have heard in a while, this light-hearted romp through some weighty topics like feminine power, transgender rights and respect, toxic masculinity, never loses its sense of humor.

Touchstone Theatre Unveils Its 2024/25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 12, 2024


Touchstone Theatre has announced its 2024/2025 season, featuring a lineup of new productions and returning favorites.

Review: TITANISH at Seattle Public Theater
by Jay Irwin - Aug 24, 2024


Star-crossed lovers, a doomed ship, an iceberg, a gem, and a big damn door. I am, of course, Dear Readers, talking about “Titanic” or rather in this case, the parody from The Habit and Seattle Public Theater, “Titanish”. It’s back for another summer run and once again a must see!

Review Roundup: PERICLES Opens at Swan Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2024


See what the critics are saying about Pericles at Swan Theatre. Read the reviews and learn more about the production.

JAW Festival Of New Plays Line Up Announced!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2024


Discover the exciting lineup for the JAW Festival of New Plays, featuring innovative works from emerging playwrights.

Review: UNNECESSARY FARCE Updates the Formula at Saint Vincent Summer Theatre
by Greg Kerestan - Jun 28, 2024


The funny thing about farce as a genre is it seems to be perpetually stuck in the past; the constant misunderstandings, cross-dressing and door-slamming seem tied to a time before the internet, before cell phones... hell, maybe even before the Pill. It's a Ken Ludwig world that seems tied to the Ken Ludwig era, which is part of what made Saint Vincent's production of Paul Slade Smith's Unnecessary Farce so surprising: this show maintains the frantic craziness, slapstick, sex and silliness of farce, but brings it into the present by imbuing it with elements of the Coen Brothers' crime comedies.

Interview: John Shartzer of CLUE at Saenger Theatre
by Tara Bennett - Jun 17, 2024


Get ready for an unforgettable night of mystery and comedy as CLUE takes the stage at the Saenger Theatre from June 18-23. This theatrical adaptation of the beloved board game promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats with its sharp wit and thrilling twists.

Review: WEST SIDE STORY Makes a Classic Feel Fresh at Pittsburgh CLO
by Greg Kerestan - Jun 13, 2024


There is no greater musical theatre staging preservationist than Baayork Lee, who has devoted much of her career to preserving and restaging the original direction and choreography to A Chorus Line.

Ars Nova Unveils Lineup For 16th Annual ANT Festival in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024


Discover the lineup for the 16th Annual ANT Fest presented by Ars Nova. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: POTUS at Circuit Playhouse
by Kevin Shaw - Mar 29, 2024


What did our critic think of POTUS at Circuit Playhouse? As with any comedy, and farce particularly, timing is everything and it takes about half of Act I before the cast finds their rhythm and ensures the audience is keeping up with them. It’s a lot all at once.

Review: POTUS: OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE at Stage West Theatre
by Sam Lisman - Mar 21, 2024


A truly funny - but very off-color - satire of American government and those we let run it. The purpose of a review should be to tell you what the play is about (without spoiling too much) and whether it’s worth your valuable time and money. 

Vicki Pepperdine, Kiell Smith-Bynoe, and Dan Skinner Will Lead THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR at Marylebone Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2024


TV comedy royalty Vicki Pepperdine (Poor Things, Getting On, Dear Joan and Jericha) will star alongside Kiell Smith-Bynoe (Ghosts, Stath Lets Flats, Taskmaster, Man Like Mobeen) and Dan Skinner (Shooting Stars, This Time with Alan Partridge, The Kennedys) in a brand-new production of Nikolai Gogol's  THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR.

Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is a Wonder for All at City Springs Theatre Company
by Caroline Powell - Mar 11, 2024


BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is appropriate for all ages, and is absolutely worth the family outing. If you’re feeling particularly inspired, be sure to show up in costume! The show is everything we love about Disney and Broadway:  A story told through song with a heartwarming message destined to lighten your heart.

Review: THE NERD Waxes Nostalgic at ALLEY THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - Mar 6, 2024


THE NERD is frankly still THE NERD, and the director, Brandon Weinbrenner, doesn’t reinvent much of anything. There’s nothing new or fresh, and the script is presented almost as if it would have run back in 1981. There is no discernable reason to remount this show save for the idea that it was fun back in the day.

Review: 9 TO 5 at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - Mar 4, 2024


What did our critic think of 9 TO 5 at Fulton Theatre? The Fulton brings the musical version of the feminist farce, 9 to 5 to the mainstage. Based on the 1980 film of the same name, the plot follows three secretaries and their struggles and triumphs against their sexist, narcissist of a boss. 

Review: 9 TO 5 at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - Mar 3, 2024


What did our critic think of 9 TO 5 at Fulton Theatre?

Review: THE MOUSETRAP That Roars
by Rob Levy - Feb 4, 2024


Well-acted, suspenseful, and filled with vibrant costumes, The Mousetrap once again proves that it’s hard to beat a classic.id our critic think of THE MOUSETRAP at Tower Groves Abbey?

Review: THE HOMECOMING, Young Vic
by Alexander Cohen - Dec 6, 2023


Matthew Dunster’s production of The Homecoming promises a “refocusing” of Pinter’s 1965 classic. I’m not sure what that is supposed to mean, but in reality it translates to a plastic production defanged of its guttural animal instincts and brutal bite. If you squint, you can make out Pinter’s genius, it’s sabre sliced cross-section of gendered power dynamics is just about detectable through the smoky haze.

The Shaw's 2024 Casts and Creative Teams Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023


The cast and creative teams have been revealed for the Shaw Festival’s 62nd season.

Tributes to Neil Diamond, Johnny Cash & More Are Coming to Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2023


Don't miss the train-themed entertainment at Feinstein's, featuring tributes to Neil Diamond and Johnny Cash, a free concert with Heywood Banks, dueling pianos, and more.

Nikki Shaffeeullah's A POEM FOR RABIA Has World Premiere This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2023


The world premiere of A Poem for Rabia, a Tarragon Theatre Production in association with Nightwood Theatre and Undercurrent Creations, opens this week.

MY FAIR LADY, CANDIDA & More Set for Shaw Festival 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2023


Get a sneak peek into the upcoming 2024 season at the Shaw Festival, including highly anticipated productions like MY FAIR LADY and CANDIDA. Discover the classic and contemporary shows set to captivate audiences next year.

Corn Exchange Newbury and 101 Outdoor Arts Reveal Recipients of Take It Outside Artist Development Scheme
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2023


Corn Exchange Newbury and 101 Outdoor Arts - National Centre for Arts in Public Space have revealed the recipients of their Take it Outside artist development scheme, in partnership with Jerwood Arts. Learn more about the recipients here!

Robert Wilson Directs 'Ubu' at The Watermill Center
by James Blinken - Jul 28, 2023


'Ubu' will be performed at The Watermill Center on July 29th. Wilson will also host a VIP dinner for The Watermill Center patrons for a premiere performance on Friday, July 28th!


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