Leigh Barrett's staging reflects a clear-eyed understanding of the power of the material's simplicity, which makes The Last Five Years an exceptional musical experience: thought-provoking as…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:36PMAudiences who are open to a show that provides both riotous comedy and bracing truths will find plenty to think about in this deconstruction of one of the Bard’s most problematic problem p…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:32PMCSC pulled out all the stops for its turn at The Tempest, bringing together a cast that is more than up to the challenge of knitting together poignant drama and madcap comedy. The post Thea…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:48AMSongs for a New World grapples with the jumble of emotions prompted by the end of the pandemic, while also serving as a potent reminder of what a joyful experience musical theater can be. T…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:06PMAn exciting, subversive idea animates TJ Loves Sally 4 Ever. The post Theater Review: “TJ Loves Sallly 4 Ever” — Scattershot Satire appeared first on The Arts Fuse.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 02:32PMThe conversation between Ravi and his mother is funny, engaging, and often illuminating; their real life bond is palpable as the pair try to reconcile the young man's hopes and dreams with h…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 02:54PMDirector Igor Golyak takes major chances in presenting a version of The Seagull that’s self-consciously about The Seagull. And they pay off. The post Theater Review: “The Seagull” — …
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 04:03PMA script with this many characters buzzing about demands a strong cast -- fortunately, Hub Theatre’s terrific ensemble is more than up to the task. The post Theater Review: “The Last Day…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 05:24PMWhen confronted with a seemingly intractable quandary, playwright Larissa FastHorse -- and her characters -- take the easy way out. The post Theater Review: “The Thanksgiving Play” — T…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:48PMAt its best, Tiny Beautiful Things delves deep into demanding emotional territory without becoming sappy or maudlin. The post Theater Review: “Tiny Beautiful Things” — A Little Anonymi…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:24PMmodern world out of control is more perceptive and chilling than ever. The post Concert Review: Koyaanisqatsi Live! — Apocalypse Then … and Now appeared first on The Arts Fuse.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:06AMThe CSC production maintains a sense of romantic adventure throughout, which makes it easier to accept some of the staging's creative excesses -- as well as the loop de loops of the Bard's p…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:18PMMelinda Lopez’s superb new translation of Yerma makes the language of the play approachable, even conversational, without losing the beauty of Lorca’s poetry. The post Theater Review: �…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:42PMThis marvelous production pulls off a tricky balance -- vibrant bursts of creative energy are put at the service of illuminating the thorny nature of memory and guilt. The post Theater Revie…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:03AMCry It Out is a well-done dramedy that suggests that we try harder to let life’s sweet moments linger. The post Theater Review: “Cry It Out” — The Power of Friendship appeared first …
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 02:33PMAs Zeitgeist Stage Company closes its doors, it’s hard not to wonder, with some bitterness, what our plucky local small-scale theater troupes would be able to accomplish if they had the re…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:33PMThe Clearing pulls off an impressive challenge for a historical drama: it examines humanity’s weakness in the face of prejudice in a way that is not only faithful to the time period but un…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:03PMNot Medea is a stirring character portrait, a detailed examination of the ruthless demands society makes -- and has always made -- on women. The post Theater Review: “Not Medea” — Blen…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:40AMThe HTC's Romeo and Juliet may be dressed in modern trappings, but the play’s elemental heart and soul are left fully intact. The post Theater Review: HTC’s “Romeo and Juliet” — A …
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:18PMAnchored by the assured direction of Cailin Doran and Jade Wheeler’s dazzling performance, Who is Eartha Mae? sings with truth. The post Theater Review: “Who is Eartha Mae?” &…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 06:18PMImaginary Beasts’ Winter Panto 2019 proffers plenty of enthusiasm, wit, and panache. The post Theater Review: imaginary beasts’ Winter Panto 2019 — Joyful Nonsense appeared fi…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:42PMQualms aside, Slow Food is an enjoyable show that taps into the uncertainties of middle-aged parents who must confront a strange, new life without the kids. The post Theater Review: “S…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:42AMWhile the push for diversity in casting is admirable, it’s not enough to resuscitate a script that feels dated, even regressive in its approach to historical storytelling.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:42PMThe company's staging is dynamic and vivacious, and the unconventional seating arrangements give audience members the chance to place themselves in the center of the action.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:32PMHub Theatre Company’s production bursts with energy, staged with a clear-minded sense of movement and a hand-made quality that generates ample charm and whimsy.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:54PMNew Rep’s production of We Will Not Be Silent is an intelligent and profoundly moving work of theater.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:04PMDriven by vibrant performances and exceptional design work, Murder for Two’s good-natured musical tale of murder makes it an ideal Halloween treat.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:24AMMost of the time, Actors’ Shakespeare Project’s production of Macbeth is compelling.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:06AMNot all of the production's choices pay off, but Hamnet is a fascinating, one-of-a-kind play that strikes at a universal sense of longing.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:36AMStraight White Men features plenty of conflict, but most of this wrangling comes in the form of tiresome, repetitive familial bickering.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:36PMThe show’s attempt at satire comes off as blunt and lecture-heavy at times, but the production still manages to be an engaging comedy of manners.
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