'Quarters' has plenty of heart, but could've used some major script editing and trimming of characters to make it a tighter play and a better study of people living in close quarters.
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Theater Review (Off-Broadway): Alicia Silverstone and Heather Lind in ‘Of Good Stock’ by Melissa Ross
At a moment when lots of theater companies are experimenting with "immersive" productions, a solid traditional one like this meaty comedy, with all the creative pieces fitting together just right, is the true immersive art.
Read More »Theater Review (San Antonio): Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s ‘Mary Poppins’ at the Woodlawn Theatre
The Deco District's flagship theater takes on a Broadway behemoth, and the result is practically perfect in every way.
Read More »Hollywood Fringe Fest Theater Reviews: ‘Timeheart’ and ‘Nerd Anarchy’
Two nerdy musical fantasies make their debuts at this year's Hollywood Fringe, with one being far more successful than the other.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC Off-Broadway): ‘Pride and Prejudice’ – a Musical Adaptation of Jane Austen’s Novel
A commendable cast is let down by the material in this big, ambitious show. 'Pride and Prejudice' is still a darn good story, but this musical doesn't do it very proud.
Read More »Hollywood Fringe Theater Reviews: ‘What Be G*d is Blessing’ and ‘The Legend of Bobby Darin’
Two different one-man shows covering two completely different topics have something in common: excellence in performance and craftsmanship.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Wild Women of Planet Wongo’
This immersive sci-fi fantasy musical is crammed with good-natured energy and nonstop campy humor.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC Off-Broadway): Chris Noth and Zach Grenier in Christopher Marlowe’s ‘Doctor Faustus’
Classic Stage Company's new adaptation stars two actors best known for their TV roles, and tells Marlowe's story of a deal with the devil with gravitas along with plenty of humor both low and high.
Read More »Hollywood Fringe Theater Review: ‘The Poe Show,’ ‘Stupid Songs,’ and ‘The Halfwits’ Last Hurrah’
A late night talk show hosted by America’s most depressed author, a musical spoof and a clown-centric variety hour are some of the bright comedy highlights at this year’s Fringe.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC-Off Broadway): ‘My Perfect Mind’ with Edward Petherbridge
The mind is mystery's plaything. The illustrious actor Edward Petherbridge has achieved the apex of his career with an engagement to act the title role of 'King Lear,' and when happens to stop him in his tracks, he cannot be counted out.
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