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Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Silver Belles at Signature Theatre. “‘Silver Belles’ is just the kind of lighthearted but meaningful holiday musical we could use this season. – Elle Marie Sulli…

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Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Faction of Fools ‘The Merchant of Venice’ at Gallaudet Eastman Studio. “The cast’s physical prowess and the fantastic use of mask made for a deliciously sensory take on a cla…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:47AM
Monday, November 21, 2016

Theatre Review: ‘Schoolgirl Figure’ at Cohesion Theatre Company by April Forrer

Cohesion Theatre welcomes you to a slightly off, slightly alternative world where the “in-crowd is the thin-crowd.” My high school days flood my mind, and I can’t help but cringe at th…

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Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “Six Degrees of Separation” at Keegan Theatre. “If you see nothing else for the rest of the year, make sure you make it down to Keegan Theatre for “Six Degrees of Sep…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:55PM
Tuesday, November 8, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “The Shoemaker’s Holiday” at Baltimore Shakespeare Factory. “….quirky, off-the-wall and brilliant….” – Raychel Harvey-Jones. READ review. Synopsis: …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:56PM
Tuesday, November 1, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “Always…Patsy Cline” at Dundalk Community Theatre, CCBC. “There’s a lot to be said for juke box musicals.  And Dundalk Community Theatre is saying all of it with th…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:34PM
Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “Young Frankenstein” by Silhouette Stages. “As one of the most entertaining productions I’ve seen, I strongly recommend that you go to this madcap musical…” &…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:37PM
Wednesday, October 12, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “The Evil Dead” at Red Branch Theatre Co. “…we enjoyed every minute! And with the laughter that filled the theatre, I’m guessing the entire audience did too.”…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:26AM
Tuesday, October 11, 2016

Theatre Review: ‘The Evil Dead’ at Red Branch Theatre Co by April Forrer

As horror movies go, “The Evil Dead” is one of the scariest, goriest and offensive movies ever to grace the silver screen in the 1980s. But it is also one of the best for thrills, chills…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 05:04PM
Wednesday, October 5, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “The Wild Party” at Iron Crow Theatre. “Elias has orchestrated a larger than life production, bursting at the seams with inventive touches, great pacing, and a sharp ey…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 02:00AM
Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Man of La Mancha at The Arlington Players. “‘Man of La Mancha’ is one of my all-time favorite plays, and this production by the Arlington Players reminded me of all of …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:37PM
Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. The Diary of Anne Frank at Olney Theatre Center. “…an exceptional cast and skilled technical crew bring this diary to life.” – Steve Charing. READ review. Synopsis:�…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:41PM
Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. All My Sons at The Vagabond Players. “Director Michael Byrne Zemarel and his cast have accomplished something astounding here…” – Tucker Nelson. READ review. Synopsi…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:56PM
Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Hairspray at Toby’s Dinner Theatre. “If you haven’t seen Hairspray before or want to relive the magic again, then see Toby’s live musical production of ‘Hairspray’ before t…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:22PM

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Hairspray at Toby’s Dinner Theatre. “If you haven’t seen Hairspray before or want to relive the magic again, then see Toby’s live musical production of ‘Hairspray’ befo…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:38AM
Wednesday, June 29, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Jumanji at Adventure Theatre MTC. “This production is completely absorbing. It entices the audience into all of the adventures…” – April Forrer. READ review. Synopsi…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:49AM
Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Theatre Review: ‘The Little Mermaid’ at Imagination Stage in collaboration with The Washington Ballet by April Forrer

Imagination Stage in collaboration with The Washington Ballet transports the audience to a magical underwater world in a world premiere production of The Little Mermaid. Adapted from the ori…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:54PM
Monday, June 27, 2016

Theatre Review: ‘Jumanji’ at Adventure Theatre MTC by April Forrer

Adventure roars in Jumanji! Directed by Serge Seiden, based on the 1982 Caldecott Medal winning book by Chris Van Allsbur and adapted by Sandra Eskin and Adventure Theatre, MTC’s own Micha…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:57PM
Friday, June 17, 2016

Concert Review: Jordan Smith with Crys Matthews at The Birchmere by April Forrer

Calling all Voice Gods, there is a new ultra-phenomenon who is being introduced to the universe and he goes by the name of Jordan Smith.  On June 14th, 2016, Season 9 winner of the hit Real…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:42PM
Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. The Wedding Singer at Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre. “Between the amazing musical score, the awesome 80s costumes, and the high-energy dances, you’re guaranteed a truly bodaciou…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:05AM
Wednesday, June 8, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Neil Gaiman’s Neverwhere at Cohesion Theatre.  “Neverwhere is a fully immersive experience that doesn’t let up until the last shadow leaves the stage.” – April For…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:26AM
Sunday, June 5, 2016

Theatre Review: Neil Gaiman’s ‘Neverwhere’ at Cohesion Theatre by April Forrer

An inky, brutish and fiendish world, or should I say underworld, is revealed to lucky audience members in Cohesion Theatre’s production of Neil Gaiman’s Neverwhere. Directed by Brad Norr…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:33PM
Wednesday, June 1, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Moon Over Buffalo at Vagabond Players. “For an evening full of fun and laughter, Vagabond’s ‘Moon Over Buffalo’ is just the ticket! – Lynne Menefee. READ review. Synops…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:34AM
Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. The Merry Death of Robin Hood at LiveArtDC. “…intricate, empathetic and relatable.” – Jennifer Minich. READ review. Synopsis: Robin is dead and his Merry Men have …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:43PM
Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. The Man In The Iron Mask at Synetic Theater. “All for one, and one for all! Get to the theater before there are no tickets at all.” – Brian Bochicchio. READ review. Sy…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:13AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. The Who’s Tommy at Kensington Theatre Arts. “It’s fun and frenzied and imperfect and wildly entertaining to watch.” – Stephanie House. READ review. Synopsis: After…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:33PM
Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Black Pearl Sings! at Metro Stage. “Black Pearl Sings! Is a memorable evening, in an intimate space…” – Andrew White. READ review. Synopsis: Two extraordinary women…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:25AM
Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. The Great American Rep – Death of a Salesman and A Streetcar Named Desire at Everyman Theatre. “Together, Death of a Salesman and A Streetcar Named Desire have reached new height…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:06PM

Theatre Review: ‘The Emperor’s Nightingale’ at Adventure Theatre-MTC by April Forrer

A World Premiere Play, The Emperor’s Nightingale, sings it’s way to Adventure Theatre-MTC through May 30, 2016. This charming musical is based on the 1843 fairytale by Hans Christian And…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:09AM
Saturday, April 23, 2016

Theatre Review: ‘Peter Pan’ at Toby’s Dinner Theatre by April Forrer

An evening of flying through the sky, thrilling dance steps, robust voices and captivating actors can be found in the musical Peter Pan at Toby’s Dinner Theatre in Columbia. This timeless …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:30PM
Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Macbeth at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company. “The entire cast is superb…” – Natasha Joyce. READ review. Synopsis: Ambition. Murder. Witches. Madness.  Shakespeare’…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:54PM

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Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
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Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
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