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Irish Repertory Theatre 2016 Gala ‘Finian’s Rainbow’ in Concert, Hosted by Saoirse Ronan
The evening was an absolute delight.
Read More »Hollywood Fringe Review: Theater of the Absurd with ‘Punch and Judy’ and ‘Lamprey: Weekend of Vengeance’
Two extreme comedies – one classic, one contemporary – make their notably explosive debuts at this year's Fringe.
Read More »Language Matters in Life – and on Broadway: ‘Hamilton’ and the Triumph of the Tongue
The astounding part of the 'Hamilton' phenomenon has been the tremendous popular success of such a language-heavy show. In a cultural and political environment of violence and hollering, it's easy to forget that poetry and rhetoric – words – still matter. A lot.
Read More »Hollywood Fringe Reviews: Dystopian Musicals ‘Thug Tunnel’ and ‘The Toxic Avenger Musical’
Denizens of an underground civilization and a famous mutant hero are the stars of two musicals making their Fringe debuts this year.
Read More »Theater Review (Off-Broadway): ‘Shining City’ Starring Matthew Broderick
Is there a metaphysical realm that our five senses cannot apprehend? If so, do spirits visit us to help us when we are in turmoil?
Read More »Hollywood Fringe Reviews: Spoofing Shakespeare with ‘MacDeth!’ and ‘Titus Andronicus Jr.’
Sendups of two Shakespeare classics make their world premiere at this year's Hollywood Fringe.
Read More »Theater Review (Off-Broadway): ‘Hero’s Welcome’ by Alan Ayckbourn
When those with power and privilege enforce their way, the true heroes in life often remain unsung.
Read More »Theater Review (Off-Broadway): ‘Confusions’ by Alan Ayckbourn
The playwright/director cleverly creates situations which elucidate the minefields of human personalities, dangerous terrain that cannot be negotiated through a linear pathway of understanding.
Read More »Interview: Saycon Sengbloh, Tony Award Nominee for ‘Eclipsed’ on Broadway
The cast, director and writer of of Eclipsed on Broadway (see my review) appeared at Sardi’s Restaurant a few weeks ago as star Lupita Nyong’o star was celebrated with a caricature of herself, now gracing the walls of the iconic eatery. The sketch signifies informally that an actor has been …
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