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Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “The Book of Joseph” at Everyman Theatre. “The Book of Joseph” plays through June 10, 2018, at Everyman Theatre – 315 West Fayette Street in Baltimore, MD. For…

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Tuesday, May 15, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. ‘Priscilla, Queen of the Desert’ at Kensington Arts Theatre. “…I recommend “Priscilla, Queen of the Desert” as a fun-filled performance with strong performers and a n…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:13PM

Theatre Review: ‘Incredibly Dead!’ at Baltimore Rock Opera Society (BROS) by April Forrer

Baltimore Rock Opera Society (BROS) bestows Baltimoreans with another one of its productions – this one… a B-Horror Rock Opera, “Incredibly Dead!” Directed by Michael Ziccardi and Sa…

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Tuesday, May 8, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. ‘Titus Andronicus’ at Synetic Theater. “…a beautifully crafted, darkly fantastical opera.” – Norah Dick. READ review. Synopsis: The production you’ve all …

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Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. ‘Harvey’ at The Little Theatre of Alexandria. “…the cast was excellent. Together they told a seamless story, their transatlantic accents and consistent energy carrying the au…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:35PM
Tuesday, April 10, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “Moon Over Buffalo” at Laurel Mill Playhouse. “Laurel Mill Playhouse’s production of the work is full of belly laughs and pratfalls and is a fabulous addition to this…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:43PM
Tuesday, April 3, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “Newsies” at Toby’s Dinner Theatre. “…a timely and exhilarating production that is not-to-be-missed!” – Mark Beachy. READ review. Synopsis: Based on th…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:45PM
Tuesday, March 13, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” at Reston Community Players. “The Reston Community Players bring new perspectives to this often-revived play.” – Mary Ann Johnson. R…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:36PM
Monday, March 12, 2018

Theatre Review: ‘Animal Farm’ at Baltimore Center Stage by April Forrer

George Orwell’s Animal Farm was first published in 1945 as a satire on the Russian Revolution. Orwell explained, “I meant the moral to be that revolutions only effect a radical improveme…

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Tuesday, February 20, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “The Boys Next Door” at Port City Playhouse “A special theatre experience awaits you at Port City. “The Boys Next Door” will pull at your heartstrings, charm you wi…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:27PM
Wednesday, February 7, 2018

Theatre Review: ‘Skeleton Crew’ at Baltimore Center Stage by April Forrer

Baltimore Center Stage’s “Skeleton Crew” is a wonderful submission into the Women’s Voices Theater Festival. Women take the helm of this strong and emotional play, written by acclaim…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:52AM
Tuesday, January 30, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “The Underpants” at Rockville Little Theatre. “Fleming helms a cohesive and enjoyable production that makes you both think and laugh heartily.” – Kristin F…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:10PM
Tuesday, January 23, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “Eclectic, Essential…Relationships” at Vienna Theatre Company. “In the dark and cold of winter, the Vienna Theatre Company is offering audiences a rare opportunity to…

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Tuesday, January 16, 2018

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “The Tempest” at Baltimore Shakespeare Factory. “Through their creative and unique approach to storytelling, BSF manages to present “The Tempest” in a way that is …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:08PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. First Date at Spotlighters Theatre. “‘First Date’ at Spotlighters Theatre is a holiday treat and an adorable piece of theatre…” – Timoth David Copney. RE…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:34PM
Thursday, December 14, 2017

Theatre Review: ‘The Revolutionist’ at Everyman Theatre by April Forrer

What happens when a playwright gathers together four formidable women who separately changed the world? It creates a powerful drama, with a whole lot of comedy, told in a way that is breatht…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:53PM
Tuesday, December 12, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Lookingglass Alice at Baltimore Center Stage. “Deftly paced and beautifully executed.” – Timoth David Copney. READ review. Synopsis: This contemporary retelling puts …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 08:48PM
Wednesday, December 6, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at The Colonial Players of Annapolis. “With a wildly versatile, ever-morphing ensemble of talented actors, a smorgasbord of precisely-tim…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:56PM
Tuesday, December 5, 2017

Theatre Review: ‘A Christmas Carol’ at Memorial Players by April Forrer

“A Christmas Carol” at Memorial Players glowed on Saturday night. This Charles Dickens classic is adapted to the stage by Romulus Linney and is directed by Darren McGregor and Rina Stein…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:25PM
Tuesday, November 21, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Annie at Olney Theatre Center. ““Annie” and her orphan pals are outstanding, with breathtaking vocals, dynamic dance routines, and perfect comedic timing.” – Rayche…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:06PM
Wednesday, November 8, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. 33 Variations at Colonial Players of Annapolis. “…’33 Variations’ at The Colonial Players of Annapolis is a masterful work that sparks a wide range of emotions and realizatio…

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Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. 1984 at Maryland Ensemble Theatre. “…timely and terrifying… – Mark Beachy. READ review. Synopsis: Based on the iconic novel by George Orwell, Sullivan’s provocative ad…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:34PM
Friday, October 27, 2017

Theatre Review: ‘The Rocky Horror Show’ at Iron Crow Theatre by April Forrer

Iron Crow Theatre’s production of “The Rocky Horror Show” runs only during October 26 – 31, 2017, and I was lucky to get in for opening night! Directed by Artistic Director and C…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 08:15PM
Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Cry-Baby the Musical at Silhouette Stages. “…an extraordinarily executed, gorgeously costumed production.” – Steve Charing. READ review. Synopsis: Cry Baby: The Mus…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:51PM
Monday, October 23, 2017

Theatre Review: ‘Intimate Apparel’ at Everyman Theatre by April Forrer

Everyman Theatre brings Lynn Nottage’s play “Intimate Apparel” home to Baltimore. First performed and co-commissioned at Baltimore’s Center Stage 14 years ago, audiences agai…

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Tuesday, October 3, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. The Cradle Will Rock at Iron Crow Theatre. “…this tight, well-paced production moves Iron Crow another step forward…” – Steve Charing. READ review. Synopsis: Marc…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:44PM
Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Singin’ in the Rain, Jr. at Children’s Playhouse of Maryland. “If you’re looking for a family friendly, endearing and well-paced show, then CPM’s ‘Singin’ in the Rain, …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:09PM
Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. The Terrible Secret of Lunastus at Baltimore Rock Opera Society (BROS). “BROS is distinctive, fun and unpredictable and that is what the Greater Baltimore theatre scene needs!̶…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:18PM
Monday, September 18, 2017

Theatre Review: ‘The Terrible Secret of Lunastus’ at Baltimore Rock Opera Society (BROS) by April Forrer

Checking out Baltimore Rock Opera’s (BROS) website with a number counter of a how many pizza slices a man is eating, how many Natty Boh’s beer cans being crushed and how many induced hea…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 08:11PM
Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. In the Heights at Olney Theatre Center. ” …an abundance of talent, technical expertise, a solid score, and humanity…” – Steve Charing. READ review. Synopsis:�…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:32AM
Monday, September 11, 2017

Theatre Review: ‘Clue: The Musical’ at Artistic Synergy of Baltimore by April Forrer

Who wouldn’t want to be immersed in a classic board game full of mystery and fun? Add in music and a talented cast and you have an evening out guaranteed to entertain. Artistic Synergy of …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:59PM

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