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Monday, December 4, 2017

'The Heart of Robin Hood': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

This revisionist update on the myth of the Sherwood Forest bandit and his merry men, at one time destined for Broadway, is rollicking family entertainment that places a premium on stunts.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 07:50PM
Thursday, September 14, 2017

ME Cabo by Jordan Riefe

ME Cabo turns 10 to the beats of legendary DJ Paul Oakenfold.   The Spanish-based luxury resort and hotel chain celebrates with pioneering DJ and hundreds

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 12:12PM
Monday, December 12, 2016

“Aim high in creation!” a documentary and book by Anna Broinowski by Jordan Riefe

  Documentary filmmaker Anna Broinowski gets a rare glimpse of the North Korean film industry. While some argue that Hollywood is the world’s

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:33PM
Monday, November 28, 2016

SLS Brickell opens in Miami by Jordan Riefe

Miami’s financial district just got a little bit hipper with the opening of the new SLS Brickell earlier this month, the latest addition to the stylish

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 09:24PM
Monday, October 31, 2016

'Vicuna': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Harry Groener plays a Trump-like Republican presidential candidate in 'Vicuna,' a world-premiere political satire that marks the first new play from Jon Robin Baitz since his Tony-nominated …

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:53PM
Friday, September 30, 2016

'For The Record: Scorsese — American Crime Requiem': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

'Taxi Driver,' 'Goodfellas,' 'Casino' and 'The Wolf of Wall Street' form the basis of 'Scorsese — American Crime Requiem,' the latest film-focused cabaret mashup in the 'For The Record' se…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:38PM
Friday, September 16, 2016

Review: "A View from the Bridge" opens in LA & Van Hove's vision elevates already strong material. by Jordan Riefe

Tony-Winning revival arrives at the Ahmanson with an accomplished new cast starring FREDERICK WELLER, ANDRUS NICHOLS, CATHERINE COMBS and THOMAS JAY RYAN.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:09PM
Wednesday, September 14, 2016

'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Phylicia Rashad continues her superlative exploration of August Wilson's work, directing an outstanding cast in 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom,' a 1920s-set drama woven around themes of identity …

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:04PM
Wednesday, August 3, 2016

Harvey Fierstein and Jennifer Hudson on 'Hairspray Live' and the Song That Almost Never Was by Jordan Riefe

Hudson will sing 'I Know Where I've Been,' an anthem about discrimination that nearly got cut from the original Broadway musical.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:54PM
Saturday, July 30, 2016

'A Chorus Line': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

With her history dating back to the original production, director Baayork Lee mixes musical neophytes with Broadway stalwarts to dazzling effect in the Hollywood Bowl's annual summer musical…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:49PM
Friday, July 22, 2016

Guillermo Del Toro Talks 'Pan's Labyrinth' Musical Plans, 'Pacific Rim' 2 Casting, More by Jordan Riefe

On location for his latest movie, 'The Shape of Water,' the writer-director also shares his thoughts on when FX's 'The Strain,' will end and why 'Hellboy 3' "is a wish that will never be ful…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:14PM
Thursday, July 21, 2016

'Cabaret': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

The touring production of the multi-Tony-winning Broadway revival featuring Andrea Goss and Randy Harrison hits Hollywood for a limited engagement.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 07:04PM
Tuesday, July 19, 2016

Festival Napa Valley by Jordan Riefe

Before she marks her historic return to the Met later this year, renowned mezzo-soprano Kathleen Battle tested her 68-year-old vocal chords last Saturday at Festival Napa

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 04:19PM
Thursday, July 14, 2016

'Grey Gardens': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

This restaging by Michael Wilson of the 2007 Tony winner serves as an outstanding showcase for Rachel York, backed by the legendary Betty Buckley. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:56PM
Friday, July 8, 2016

“The Secret Life of Pets” by Jordan Riefe

Maybe real pets don’t include head-banging poodles, cutthroat canines and lunatic lepus the likes of which you’ll find in The Secret Life of Pets, Universal’s

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 04:22PM
Monday, June 27, 2016

'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Abby Mueller takes over for her sister, 2014 Tony winner Jessie Mueller, as Carole King in the jukebox musical's touring company.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:29PM
Monday, June 20, 2016

'In & Of Itself': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Directed by Frank Oz, with music by Mark Mothersbaugh, Derek DelGaudio's unorthodox magic show has been extended a third time at the Geffen Playhouse due to popular demand. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:12PM
Friday, June 17, 2016

'Big Sky': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Alexandra Gersten-Vassilaros' new domestic comedy world-premieres at the Geffen Playhouse, starring Jennifer Westfeldt and Arnie Burton. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:36PM
Monday, May 23, 2016

'The City of Conversation': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Christine Lahti and Jason Ritter star in Anthony Giardina's political family drama, which offers a compelling glimpse at the roots of hyper-partisanship in Washington. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:08PM
Thursday, April 14, 2016

'Stage Kiss': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Glenne Headly leads the cast of Sarah Ruhl's giddy backstage romantic comedy in its Los Angeles premiere at the Geffen Playhouse. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 07:52PM
Friday, April 8, 2016

Jesse Eisenberg on criticism, growing up and writing for the stage by Jordan Riefe

The actor says The Revisionist, his play about a self-involved novelist, is an exercise in introspection and he doesn’t care for critics of Batman v SupermanThe third week of March must ha…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:11AM
Thursday, April 7, 2016

Textile works reimagined by Cole Sternberg at Woven Accents by Jordan Riefe

Consider the carpet. That’s what artist Cole Sternberg did, looking down at the stretch of fabric that runs between his feet and the floor. They’re usually

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:04PM
Thursday, March 31, 2016

'Oh, Hello': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Following their sellout New York run, Nick Kroll and John Mulaney continue to hit comedy paydirt with their old codger alter egos in a limited Hollywood engagement.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:18PM
Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Jesse Eisenberg Reveals How an Existential Crisis Sparked His Play 'The Revisionist' by Jordan Riefe

Following 2013's New York run starring Eisenberg and Vanessa Redgrave, the 'Batman v Superman' star nervously anticipates a new cast featuring Tony-winner Deanna Dunagan as the acclaimed pla…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:03PM
Thursday, March 24, 2016

'A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

The 2014 Tony winner for best musical arrives in Los Angeles on its national tour, with wit and charm to spare and an all-new cast.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 07:54PM
Friday, February 12, 2016

'Barcelona': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Betty Gilpin ('Nurse Jackie') delivers a memorable turn opposite Carlos Leal in Bess Wohl's dramatic two-hander about an encounter between strangers in the Catalan capital. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:31PM
Thursday, February 11, 2016

'An Act of God': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Sean Hayes takes over for Jim Parsons in the hit comedy's L.A. run.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:39PM
Friday, February 5, 2016

'The Room': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Despite restrictions by the Pinter estate, the Wooster Group delivers an incomparable production of the playwright's earliest drama.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:12AM
Thursday, January 14, 2016

'1984': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

The Olivier-nominated adaptation of the George Orwell classic makes its North American debut.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:53PM
Friday, January 8, 2016

In Groucho's Club: 30 years of playing a Marx brother by Jordan Riefe

Decades after his one-man show wowed Broadway and the West End, Frank Ferrante is returning to pay homage to the comedy legend who changed his lifeThey called him Groucho for a reason, but n…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:30PM
Thursday, January 7, 2016

'Louis & Keely 'Live' at the Sahara': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Director Taylor Hackford and a top-notch cast resurrect the small-scale show that became a surprise success.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:21PM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards