This is a surprisingly lively and entertaining collection of Shakespeare's writings about theater in his plays, with commentary illuminating the business of the theater at the time.
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Concert/Theater Review (NYC): The Andersons in ‘Le Jazz Hot’
In 'How the French Saved Jazz,' songs by iconic jazz musicians show how the interest and contributions of the less-racist French influenced our important American art form.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Buyer and Cellar’ by Jonathan Tolins
Hilariously funny encounters in the personal shopping mall of a fictional Barbra Streisand cloak a tragic neediness.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘A Christmas Story – The Musical’
Priceless onstage moments convey the spirit of an American Christmas that young and old can appreciate in this successful musical adaptation of the classic Christmas movie.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): ‘The Woman in Black’ by Stephen Mallatratt
Not so terrifying in this age of horror films and TV shows, this production is still well worth experiencing on the strength of its powerful acting.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Becoming Dr. Ruth’ by Mark St. Germain
A master class about life, love and personal triumph over hardship from the perspective of an amazing woman you only thought you knew.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Lady Day’ with Dee Dee Bridgewater
A remarkable portrayal of, and tribute to, the legendary Billie Holiday runs for just a few more weeks Off-Broadway.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘The Maids’ by Jean Genet
This was a fine rendering of Genet's work examining the dynamics of power relationships, with hints of sadism and masochism.
Read More »Theater Review: ‘Witnessed by the World’ Explores JFK Assassination
A hard-hitting reporter and a green screenwriter collaborate to put an interesting spin on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Towards the Moon’ by Andrew McGregor
A musical about spiritual and homely values, the mythic journey and the wisdom of experience, in both Scotland and America.
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