Droves of immigrants are forced to leave their native lands, hoping to seek refuge in another country. When they arrive, they learn that the country they’ve landed upon does not want them. Sound familiar? It could well be a story ripped from current headlines and in fact, it is. Presumably, Shakespeare & Company chose to stage Nilo Cruz’s Sotto Voce due to its’ modern political overtones. Or, they wanted a vehicle to showcase the wonderful Massachusetts based actor, Annette Miller. Whatever their reasons, they have hit a high note with Cruz’s beautiful play. [Read more…] about “Sotto Voce” and The Historic Gateways Inn: Two Reasons to Skip Town
Breaking the Silence: An Interview with Babak Tafti & Bess Wohl of “Small Mouth Sounds”
At first blush, it seems like a show about silence wouldn’t really mean anything. On the contrary, it means everything to six weary pilgrims searching for answers to life’s deepest questions in Bess Wohl’s rave worthy play, Small Mouth Sounds. [Read more…] about Breaking the Silence: An Interview with Babak Tafti & Bess Wohl of “Small Mouth Sounds”
Theater Review: Richard Strand’s “Butler” at 59E59
Period pieces can often be tricky. Many of them either rehash the same material or are more dull than a Ben Carson podcast. So, what a pleasant surprise is Butler, Richard Strand’s historical drama-comedy that reveals a fascinating and somewhat unknown story from the Civil war. [Read more…] about Theater Review: Richard Strand’s “Butler” at 59E59
Theater Review: Jaclyn Backhaus’ Men on Boats
Cash strapped this summer? Don’t stress! You can still enjoy a brief staycation by pointing your compass in the direction of West 42nd Street. Here, you can dodge rocks, scrounge for provisions, learn the importance of teamwork and get drenched while you tackle the Colorado River in 1869. Furthermore, you can reap all of the aforementioned benefits from the comfort of your theater seat. [Read more…] about Theater Review: Jaclyn Backhaus’ Men on Boats
Broadway Barks: 18 years of Howls and Whimpers
Bernadette Peters and Gloria Estefan look terrific for stars who have been at it for over 80 years. Before the tabloids explode with untruths, allow me to clarify: This is in dog years. In reality, both of them appeared on Broadway’s famed Shubert Alley this past Saturday for Broadway Barks, an event that raises awareness and funds for local animal shelters and pet adoption agencies. [Read more…] about Broadway Barks: 18 years of Howls and Whimpers
Theater Review: Lincoln Center’s Smash Hit “Oslo”
Poor Scandinavia. It is quite often the neglected child of Europe. Yet with low crime, free health care, social equality, extended maternity/paternity leave and other perks, it consistently ranks the highest on the world Happiness Index. Perhaps it is Scandinavia’s neutrality that causes oversight. Other countries do not seek fights with it, nor does it instigate feuds with other parts of the world. [Read more…] about Theater Review: Lincoln Center’s Smash Hit “Oslo”
Tony Winner Victoria Clark Directs Mother & Son Show for New York Musical Festival
The New York Musical Festival is once again in full swing and one of the most talked about shows this year is Newton’s Cradle, the story about a young man, Evan Newton, who brings his family to their secluded Alaskan cabin to propose. The show’s predominant theme focuses on autism. [Read more…] about Tony Winner Victoria Clark Directs Mother & Son Show for New York Musical Festival
Concert Review: The New York Pops with Matthew Morrison & Megan Hilty
Glee versus Smash was a playful, reoccurring theme at Forrest Hills Stadium recently when the New York Pops Orchestra presented an entertaining night of song with two stars of the hit television shows.
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Theater Review: The Power of Punctuation at Davenport Theater
It comes as no surprise to learn that Natalie Margolin, who both wrote and stars in The Power of Punctuation, was considered one of the funniest women at her Alma mater. The Kenyon College grad could easily be placed in the same category as Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, and Amy Schumer. Margolin’s drama thesis is currently being staged at the intimate Davenport Theater and is well worth the 60 minute investment.
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Music Review: Gabrielle Stravelli & Michael Kanan
The non-pareil jazz vocals of Gabrielle Stravelli are something to behold. Rarely are contemporary singers as poised and pleasantly voiced as the award winning singer whose bright smile can actually be “heard” in every romantic song. [Read more…] about Music Review: Gabrielle Stravelli & Michael Kanan