Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Cait Doyle is the star and creator of the cabaret act Hot Mess in Manhattan, which attempts to answer the question, "If Sex and the City lied, then what's to become of a Hot Mess in Man…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 11:00AMMonday, August 20, 2012
Summer is almost over (sob), but on the plus side, as the tourists leave the city, the theater discounts start piling up. Here are some deals to be on the lookout for:Today is the release of…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 10:00AMSunday, August 19, 2012
If you've ever wanted to be a part of a young adult focus group, then the entertaining improv show Help Jane Austen Write the Next Big Young Adult Novel! might be for you. The conc…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 09:57PMI tend to choose Fringe shows based on the titles. I was drawn to Standby because I've spent a lot of time in airports waiting on standby and I thought it would be a musical comedy…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 07:26PMWednesday, August 15, 2012
There’s a saying; “If you love something, let it go. If it comes back to you, it’s yours forever.” That’s all sweet and everything, but sometimes it doesn’t come back to you beca…
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 11:49AMTuesday, August 14, 2012
From the premiere at the Westchester Square Arts Festival in MayPhoto credit: Lorah HaskinsI don't know how it's August--it feels like it was just the 2011 Fringe Festival, but here we are a…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 04:34PMSunday, August 12, 2012
Photo credit: Paul KolnikI had a chance to revisit War Horse last week, a little over a year since seeing it for the first time. Some of the cast may have changed, but my feelings …
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 10:43PMSunday, August 5, 2012
The same day it was announced that Ghost The Musical would be closing on August 18, I saw the show for a second time as part of a blogger night. Yes, I willingly went to Ghost twic…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 08:14PMThursday, August 2, 2012
Truth time: we didn’t see the latest revival of A Streetcar Named Desire. Somewhere between the tepid reviews and reports of audience “woo’ing” during the rape scene, we kind of lost…
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 09:53PMMonday, July 30, 2012
Happy Monday! What better way to start the week than free Cock? I'm giving away a pair of tickets to the play that can't be named in certain publications. If the rave reviews and word o…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 10:32AMTuesday, July 17, 2012
Being the first replacement of a leading actor in a hit Broadway show has to be the toughest job ever. You’re constantly compared to those who came before you, and there’s a good chance …
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 03:50PMWednesday, July 11, 2012
When it comes to taking a vacation, the negatives can sometimes outweigh the positives. Spending time away from life’s daily obligations can be relaxing, for sure. But coming back to a hug…
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 09:12AMThursday, July 5, 2012
We’ve all seen it. Your friends are in a terrible relationship that’s on the verge of ending, but rather than just breaking up, they decide to “take a break.” Then, after two weeks, …
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 07:20PMWednesday, June 27, 2012
Sure, this is a Broadway web site. But let’s begin this week’s discussion with a movie. Critics and audiences pretty much universally rejected the Rock of Ages film. Released June 15, th…
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 03:15PMTuesday, June 19, 2012
Remember how every producer on Broadway works entirely around the Tony Awards when they schedule and cast their shows? Yeah, well this is why, folks. Producers – and all of Broadway – be…
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 02:09PMTuesday, June 12, 2012
So the Tony Awards are over, which means the 2011-2012 theater season is officially behind us. Never fear though – Harvey, the first show of the 2012-2013 season, opens June 14. And while …
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 11:34PMMonday, June 11, 2012
So, the Tonys happened last night. I pretty much said what I wanted to say about them in my live tweets, but in case you haven't had enough Tony coverage yet, here are my short and sweet ove…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 04:55PMThursday, June 7, 2012
I was drawn to Murder in the First mostly because I was curious to see Chad Kimball in a role other than Huey Calhoun in Memphis. And from the moment this 1940s courtroom drama begins, …
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 05:21PMWednesday, June 6, 2012
The Tonys are Sunday… aaahh! Are you excited yet? We sure as hell are. For example, our Once the Musical party hats and streamers — they’re all black, very moody and chic &…
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 08:09AMMonday, June 4, 2012
As a member of The Independent Theater Bloggers Association (the “ITBA”), I'm happy to share with you the 2012 recipients of the Fourth Annual Patrick Lee Theater Blogger Awards
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 11:38PMThursday, May 31, 2012
Who said there was no money to be made in the theater? This was a record-breaking week on Broadway from a financial perspective — which is pretty impressive considering that 24 of Broa…
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 10:57AMMonday, May 28, 2012
A scene from The LyonsPhoto credit: Carol RoseggA scene from Clybourne ParkPhoto credit: Nathan JohnsonLast weekend, I revisited two plays I loved off-Broadway, Clybourne Park and The Lyons.…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 09:18PMEver since seeing Gina Gionfriddo's Rapture, Blister, Burn at Playwrights Horizons, I've been thinking a lot about what kind of woman I am, what it means to be a woman in toda…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 05:25PMFriday, May 25, 2012
Photo credit: Joan MarcusRuben Santiago-Hudson's production of Athol Fugard's My Children! My Africa! at the Signature Theatre has a lot going for it, namely three fine performances and…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 12:01AMTuesday, May 22, 2012
We’re kind of worried about The Lyons. Its grosses have consistently been some of the lowest on Broadway. When Linda saw it on Saturday night, the entire balcony and most of the mezzanine …
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 10:03AMMonday, May 21, 2012
You probably already know if a show titled Old Jews Telling Jokes is for you. It's basically what's advertised, but also not. Here are five surprising facts about the show, conceived by …
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 09:00AMSunday, May 20, 2012
How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying closes on Broadway today. I'm sad to see it go. It has a lovely score, some of the best (and best looking) dancers on Broadway, and great mer…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 08:00AMFriday, May 18, 2012
I wasn't going to write this review. I was invited to an early preview of Cock at the Duke on 42nd Street followed by a talkback with the cast and director. During the talkback, they mention…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 12:24AMWednesday, May 16, 2012
Say goodbye to Nick Jonas. How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying announced a May 20 closing last week, meaning the young Jonas Brother will be leaving the Great White Way a little…
SOURCE: The Craptacular at 09:31AMTuesday, May 15, 2012
Inspired by NYMag.com’s brilliant Reality Index recaps, Dave (@NineDaves, www.NineDaves.com) and I have teamed up to bring you our take on what’s keepin’ it real and what’s faki…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 08:00AMFriday, May 11, 2012
For the past few months, Dave and I have been deep in the throngs of SMASH-land, breaking down every "Totally True" moment, and "Oh Hell No" action in our weekly SMASH REALITY INDE…
SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 12:00PM 
