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Monday, April 11, 2016

Theatre Review: ‘Hunting and Gathering’ at REP Stage by Shannon Stiffler

REP Stage’s production of “Hunting and Gathering” by playwright Brooke Berman, delivers an intellectual trendy twist to the age old struggle of “finding one’s self.” It showc…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:32PM
Sunday, February 28, 2016

Theatre Review: ‘Let’s Get Personal’ at Baltimore Theatre Project by Shannon Stiffler

Baltimore Theatre Project is a part of Theatre Communications Group, a non-profit organization, dedicated to aiding in the development of upcoming artists while providing a home for audience…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 06:18PM
Saturday, November 14, 2015

Theatre Review: ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at Kensington Arts Theatre by Shannon Stiffler

The 1971 controversial hit musical Jesus Christ Superstar is hitting the stage and impressing audiences at the Kensington Arts Theatre.  The classic musical, featuring pieces written by the…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 08:25PM
Saturday, October 10, 2015

Theatre Review: ‘Bad Dog’ at Olney Theatre Center by Shannon Stiffler

My question is, when is “Bad Dog 2” coming to a theater near me? “Bad Dog,” written by acclaimed writer, Jennifer Hoppe-House and directed by Jeremy B. Cohen is a contemporary show f…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:15PM
Saturday, August 1, 2015

Theatre Review: ‘Dial M For Murder’ at Parlor Room Theater by Shannon Stiffler

Scotland Yard and London’s finest police investigators have their work cut out for them as they are called upon to solve the murder of a mysterious local resident victimized by a sociop…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 11:02PM
Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Theatre Review: ‘The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas’ at Rockville Musical Theatre by Shannon Stiffler

Take a break from the summer heat, humidity and rain by coming to the Rockville Musical Theatre’s musical production of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas being performed at the F. Sc…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 09:48PM
Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Theatre Review: ‘Blue Straggler’ at Source Festival by Shannon Stiffler

Blue Straggler, being performed at the “Source” theater as part of the annual festival is a beautiful story about fitting in, being an outcast, love, tragedy, innocence, and astronomy. …

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 09:31PM
Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Theatre Review: ‘(a love story)’ at Source Festival 2015 by Shannon Stiffler

Rumor has it that there are some awesome shows going on in the DC area.  Rumor has it that some of the most talented people have come together to share new creative thought-provoking works.…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 07:06PM
Thursday, April 16, 2015

Theatre Review: ‘Next to Normal’ at Rockville Musical Theatre by Shannon Stiffler

Powerful, thought-provoking, engaging and inspirational are only a few words that come close to describing this theatrical masterpiece performed by the Rockville Musical Theatre Group at the…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:50PM
Monday, February 23, 2015

Theatre Review: ‘Boeing, Boeing’ by Montgomery Playhouse at Theater at the Arts Barn by Shannon Stiffler

The old saying “timing is everything” is definitely the case in Marc Camolettis’ Boeing, Boeing a comical show based on the story of an unsettled bachelor living in Paris. The show is …

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 10:47AM
Wednesday, January 14, 2015

Opera Review: ‘Bastian & Bastianna’ at The In Series by Shannon Stiffler

In part, the mission of “In Series,” is to bring accessible, affordable theater to the Washington DC area that focuses on classic opera with a modern twist. The 2015 series promises to b…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 09:18PM
Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Theatre Review: ‘Sherlock Holmes and the Christmas Goose’ presented by Montgomery Playhouse at Gaithersburg Arts Barn by Shannon Stiffler

True to fashion, The Montgomery Playhouse Production of Sherlock Holmes and the Christmas Goose delivered a well-executed performance enjoyed by audience members of all ages.   The story t…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 09:37AM
Thursday, October 30, 2014

Theatre Review: ‘Carousel’ at Hartke Theatre Complex at Catholic University by Shannon Stiffler

Carousel, the musical by Rodgers and Hammerstein, reminds us that in spite of technological advances and a rapidly changing unsettled world, one thing still remains constant, human nature. …

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 03:37PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Theatre Review: ‘The Prostate Dialogues’ at Theater J by Shannon Stiffler

The two most horrible things next to actually having a fatal illness are all of the emotional ups and downs and uncertainty its presence can bring to surface.  How will my family survive wi…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:18PM
Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Theatre Review: ‘Elling’ at Washington Stage Guild by Shannon Stiffler

What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon or evening at the theatre!   The Washington Stage Guild’s production of Elling, directed by Kasi Campbell, is a show based on the In…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 09:04PM
Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Theatre Review: ‘The Great American Trailer Park Musical’ by Rockville Musical Theatre by Shannon Stiffler

David Nehls (music and lyrics) and Betsy Kelso (book) would be proud to witness such an outstanding performance ofThe Great American Trailer Trash Musical as presented by the Rockville Musi…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 11:28AM
Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Theatre Review: ‘A Little Night Music’ at Damascus Theatre Company by Shannon Stiffler

“Less is more” certainly describes the Damascus Theatre Company’s production of A little Night Music, directed by D. Scott Richards.  The set is simple and the costumes plain…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 03:30PM
Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Theatre Review: ‘La Cage Aux Folles’ by McLean Community Players at Alden Theatre by Shannon Stiffler

The McLean Community Players presentation of La Cage Aux Folles is nothing short of fantastic.  The talent is extraordinary, costumes dazzling, and the set beautifully designed.  The show&…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 08:00PM

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