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Tuesday, September 18, 2018

Theater Review: “Native Gardens” — A Flowering Feud by Erik Nikander

The 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.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:12AM
Friday, August 31, 2018

Book Review: “The Chapo Guide to Revolution” — Laughing at Catastrophe by Erik Nikander

Too many cultural critics look at our past through a fuzzy filter of sentiment. Chapo Trap House tackles America’s past and present idiocies head-on in a refreshingly honest way.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 04:42PM
Tuesday, July 31, 2018

Theater Review: CSC’s “Richard III” — Divine Devilry by Erik Nikander

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company's Richard III is a deft, gripping version of Shakespeare's vision of malevolence, staged with verve and vision.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:04AM
Sunday, July 22, 2018

Theater Review: “The Taming” — Entertaining Satire by Erik Nikander

Hub Theatre Company’s production of The Taming is engaging, thanks in no small part to the hilarious performances of its three lead actors.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:54PM
Saturday, June 9, 2018

Theater Review: “Calendar Girls” — A Warm Crowd-Pleaser by Erik Nikander

Apart from a few weak elements, GBS's Calendar Girls is a well-acted, well-staged comedic romp filled with wit, warmth, and genuine insight.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:18PM
Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Theater Review: “Villains’ Supper Club” — The Adventures of a Supermom by Erik Nikander

The Villains’ Supper Club supplies an engaging and funny twist on the superhero mythos, a fun and fresh look at the tribulations of working mothers. The Villains’ Supper Club by Lil…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:33AM
Wednesday, April 18, 2018

Theater Review: “True West” — American Anarchy by Erik Nikander

Hub Theatre Company’s True West is a joy to watch. True West by Sam Shepard. Directed by Daniel Bourque. Staged by the Hub Theatre Company of Boston at First Church Boston, 66 Marlboro…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 02:18PM
Tuesday, April 3, 2018

Theater Review: Flat Earth’s “Antigone” — Inspired, But Flawed by Erik Nikander

Flat Earth Theatre’s staging of Antigone was filled with strong performances and provocative ideas.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:50PM
Wednesday, March 28, 2018

Theater Review: “Little Orphan Danny” — Sweet and Raunchy by Erik Nikander

Little Orphan Danny is an engaging and satisfying musical, a fun journey through the life of an affable troublemaker.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 08:29PM
Thursday, February 22, 2018

Theater Review: “Lost Laughs” — The Rise and Fall of a Silent Star by Erik Nikander

Lost Laughs is an absorbing examination of the dark side of American celebrity.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:14AM
Friday, February 16, 2018

Theater Review: “Hype Man” — Art Versus Politics by Erik Nikander

At a lean ninety minutes long, the play tackles too many big issues to do them justice.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:25PM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic
TBA: Ragtime