Jamie Lloyd Company's latest West End production gives us a vibrant and refreshing poetry slam spin to the classic tale.
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Cabaret/Theater Review: Sven Ratzke, ‘Where Are We Now’ – Songs of David Bowie
Cabaret superstar Sven Ratzke and brilliant pianist Christian Pabst's 'Where Are We Now' is an ardent tribute to David Bowie and a vivid efflorescence of two towering artistic personalities.
Read More »Theater Review (Washington, DC): ‘The Woman in Black’ at the Shakespeare Theatre Company
Thirty-two years on, 'The Woman in Black' remains a staple in the theater with its spooky twists and artistic creativity.
Read More »Theatre Review (London’s West End): ‘Ian McKellen on Stage’
Part memoir and part lesson in acting, McKellen's solo show is a must-see on the West End.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Doctor Faustus’ by Christopher Marlowe at the Secret Theatre
Just in time for the holidays, the Secret Theatre presents a smashing new staging of the Christopher Marlowe classic 'Doctor Faustus.'
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Near to the Wild Heart’ Based on the Novel by Clarice Lispector
A stage adaptation of Clarice Lispector's stream-of-consciousness debut novel boasts a fine lead performance by Sarah Lemp, but sadly is not a page-turner.
Read More »Opera Review (NYC): Weber’s ‘Der Freischütz’ from Heartbeat Opera
In Heartbeat Opera's smartly staged and beautifully sung reimagining of Der Freischütz, the mystical story Weber adapted from a supernatural folk tale resettles comfortably in the American South.
Read More »Theater Review (Washington, DC): ‘Amadeus’ at Folger Theatre
Director Richard Clifford brings a riveting interpretation of Peter Shaffer's 'Amadeus' to the Folger's 2019-2020 season.
Read More »Wizard World Austin: ‘Gotham’ and Dancing with Greg Brady
Austin’s Wizard World Comic-Con brought three days of sci-fi, fantasy, cosplay, and generally uninhibited nerdiness to the Austin Convention Center, November 8-10. What did I geek out about? Two things. I went looking for Gotham co-star Sean Pertwee, who played Alfred, the Wayne family butler. Then a bunch of laughing …
Read More »Interview: Robot Teammate, Whose Hollywood Fringe Winner ‘Pockets’ Comes to NYC Next Month
The award-winning musical by Robot Teammate will be performed at the SoHo Playhouse as part of a festival celebrating Fringe theater from around the world.
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