THEATRE REVIEWS
‘Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812’ Soar into Cygnet
Rousing romance, deception, and drama. Cygnet’s newest production, ‘Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812’ has arrived, barreling down on OId Town with all three.
Read MoreA Low-Key Charmer from Lamb’s Players Theatre
Some of the best family shows encourage people to learn more about the world around them. The great new musical at Lamb’s Players Theatre, The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate, is full of positive messages about nonconformity and the wonders of nature and science.
Read MoreThe Old Globe’s ‘King James’ a rich demonstration of friendship and feelings
King James, the newest Globe production, is enjoying a one week extension in its occupancy of the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre in the round, where it offers a glimpse into the full range of very real feelings navigated by a duo of Cavaliers fans.
Read MoreThe Roustabouts’ ‘Hand to God’ Humorously Explores Edgy Material
You might not expect a plot about people dealing with sinful actions, religious issues, and grief to be focused on a teenager and a profane puppet. However, that is part of the appeal of the Tony-nominated comedy, Hand to God.
Read MoreEmotional Power of “Redwood’ Grows at the La Jolla Playhouse
Idina Menzel has such a distinct and powerful voice that it can be easy to forget that she is also an accomplished actor. Her acting, singing, and even climbing chops are on full display in the La Jolla Playhouse’s moving world premiere of the musical, Redwood.
Read MoreUnderstated Obsession Rules Old Globe’s ‘Age of Innocence’
Many scholars have described Edith Wharton’s novel, The Age of Innocence, as a love story of sorts. Though, The Old Globe’s solid stage version does not come across as a romantic tale.
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