Review: ANNIE at Broadway at the National
A pleasantly diverting spectacle.
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Review: A COMMEDIA ROMEO AND JULIET at Faction Of Fools Theatre Company
Commedia dell’Arte was a theatrical style that developed in Italy more than 450 years ago.
Review: AMERICAN OPERA INITIATIVE: Three 20-Minute Operas at Kennedy Center
What did our critic think of AMERICAN OPERA INITIATIVE: THREE 20-MINUTE OPERAS at Kennedy Center?
Review: To Steve With Love: Liz Callaway Celebrates Sondheim at Kennedy Center
Liz Callaway embodies and breathes the essence of Stephen Sondheim.
Review: NUNSENSE A-MEN! at NextStop Theatre
On January 20th, NextStop Theatre Company premiered their production of Nunsense A-Men!, directed by Andrew Regiec.
Review: LOVE LOVE LOVE at Studio Theatre
British playwright Mike Bartlett, born in 1980, takes up the legacy of London’s swinging 60s in his play Love Love Love currently running in a sharp, well-acted production at Studio Theatre.
Review: HOW TO BE A KOREAN WOMAN at Theater J
Like many adoptees when they reach adulthood, Sun Mee Chomet had a desire to find her biological parent.
Review: FROZEN at Kennedy Center
The nationally traveling version of the Broadway musical has made its Washington premiere at the Kennedy Center and is already attracting large crowds of adults and many children, some of which are attired in the costumes of its lead characters Elsa and Anna (though mostly Elsa).
Review: THE TALE OF THE FISHERMAN AND THE GOLDEN FISH At Synetic Theater
The Tale of the Fisherman and the Golden Fish, a Synetic Theater production, is a whimsical, family friendly production that will leave you feeling enchanted and charmed.
Review: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY At The Kennedy Center
An interesting and engaging interpretation of the work of one of the most consequential American songwriters.
Review: PRETTY WOMAN The Musical at the National Theatre
Pretty Woman: The Musical doesn’t live up to the award-winning romantic comedy that it is based on.
Review: SNOW MAIDEN at Synetic Theater
I recommend this show for people of all ages who are interested in seeing a fun show that explores the theme of friendship.
Review: STEP AFRIKA!'S MAGICAL MUSICAL HOLIDAY STEP SHOW at Arena Stage
What did our critic think of STEP AFRIKA!’S MAGICAL MUSICAL HOLIDAY STEP SHOW AT ARENA STAGE at Arena Stage?
Review: THE SEAFARER at Round House Theatre
What did our critic think of THE SEAFARER at Round House Theatre? Five fine actors give excellent performances in Ryan Rilette's solid production of The Seafarer through December 31.
Review: THE LION, THE UNICORN, AND ME at Kennedy Center
Ten years ago, Washington National Opera (WNO) premiered a family opera about the events leading up to the birth of Jesus in a manger.
Review: A HOLIDAY POPS! With Norm Lewis at the Kennedy Center
The annual National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) Holiday Pops always puts its attendees in the holiday spirit with both orchestral and vocal delights.
Review: QUILTERS at 1st Stage
Just over a year ago, I reviewed 1st Stage's production of N.
Review: BOTH SIDES NOW: JONI MITCHELL AND LEONARD COHEN at Signature Theatre
The transcendent and poetic music and lyrics of legendary and influential musicians Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen are showcased with sensitivity and professional panache by two terrific artists ----Danielle Wertz and Robbie Schaefer –in Signature Theatre’s Both Sides Now: Joni Mitchell and Leo
Review: 4615 Theatre Company Sets Sail with A DELICATE SHIP
4615 Theatre Company’s sunset production of A DELICATE SHIP underscores the company’s bittersweet farewell.
Review: CYNTHIA ERIVO & FRIENDS at Kennedy Center
This performance was truly one of the best that I have ever seen and it was a heartwarming experience for everyone in the theater.
Review: AS YOU LIKE IT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
Shakespeare Theatre Company’s production of 'As You Like It' is fun and playful, and it often feels that the cast, creative team, and audience are having an absolute blast together.
Review: SWEPT AWAY at Arena Stage
What did our critic think of SWEPT AWAY at Arena Stage?
Review: THE DRAGON KING'S DAUGHTER at Kennedy Center
With very few exceptions, musical theatre writers that have attempted to write the book, music, and lyrics for their shows do not succeed.
Review: MOSES at Theater J
What did our critic think of MOSES at Theater J? The title character of Michele Lowe's 90 minute, one-man play, full name Moses Schneider, experiences a literal holocaust, not just a signal fire like that of the Biblical Moses.
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CrazySexyCool – The TLC Musical Arena Stage (6/12-8/09) |
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Macbeth - Academy Summer Repertory Shakespeare Theatre Company (7/16-7/25) |
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Pete the Cat: A Live Rock Musical Imagination Stage (6/17-7/26) |
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Twelfth Night - Academy Summer Repertory Shakespeare Theatre Company (7/15-7/25) |
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Josh Groban Wolf Trap (8/22-8/22) |
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The Play That Goes Wrong Keegan Theatre (6/06-7/12) |
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Hook in Concert Wolf Trap (9/05-9/05) |
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Gershwin, Bernstein & American Mosaic Wolf Trap (8/15-8/15) |
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ArmEvents presents: An Evening of Elegance & Virtuosity Live Concert F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre (9/12-9/12) |
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The Jersey Four A Tribute to Frankie Valli and The 4 Seasons, featuring original member Gerry Polci F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre (9/13-9/13) |