The third in Libby Skala's trilogy of solo shows dramatizing her own family history engages our emotions while respecting our intelligence and leaving us feeling uplifted.
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Theater Review (NYC Fringe): ‘Over’ by Dave Chapman
Breaking up is hard to do – in more ways than one.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC Fringe Festival): ‘Life Without Parole’ by Warren Doody
Battered wife Helen Broker has been convicted of murdering her husband though she claims she was defending herself. Her story along with the testimony of other abused women who killed their spouses is the subject of this stunning play which uncovers the answer why women stay with such men and how they eventually search for freedom and a new identity.
Read More »Theater Review (LA): ‘Moon Over Buffalo’
Ken Ludwig's enduring farce receives a sparkling and laugh-filled production at the Grove Theatre Center in Burbank.
Read More »An Open Letter to the Suicidal and the Disease of Depression (R.I.P. Robin Williams)
Robin Williams's comedy was part of my recovery. I watched until I could recite his jokes by heart. His death is especially hurtful because it was his comedy I often returned to for relief
Read More »Theater Review (Off-Broadway): ‘Phoenix’ by Scott Organ, Starring Julia Stiles
How do I love thee if I don't know thee at all? Or do I sense more about you than I realize? In 'Phoenix' Sue and Bruce meet and couple and that's it. But sometimes one time is not enough.
Read More »Theatre Review (London): ‘The Kilburn Passion’ at the Tricycle, Kilburn
No spoilers, but this truly is a passion play: it could be too neat, but somehow this blending of medieval and modern works.
Read More »Want to Learn to Dance from Justin Bieber’s Choreographer? Win a ‘Believe Tour Dance Experience’ DVD or Blu-ray from Blogcritics
Justin Bieber's choreographer Nick DeMoura teaches you the hottest dance moves seen on stage on the 'Believe' tour. Pre-order now, or win a copy from us!
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘This Will All Be Yours’ by Laura Pedersen and Charles Bloom
'This Will All be Yours,' is a vibrant musical production which enlightens and entertains but breathes out a subtle message of caution and hope. What are we doing now that we are leaving for our children and others? For surely, this will all be theirs.
Read More »A Time to Laugh: A Conversation With Beth Henley, Pultizer Prize Winning Playwright About Her New Comedy, ‘Laugh’
Beth Henley's new comedy 'Laugh' was inspired by slapstick comedy and the comedy greats of the golden era of silent films like Mable Norman.
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