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Monday, August 13, 2012

Non-Equity the musical – is a delight FRINGENYC by Oscar E. Moore

A hybrid of FORBIDDEN BROADWAY and a prequel to A CHORUS LINE done in the format of a revue akin to THE UPSTAIRS AT THE DOWNSTAIRS

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Saturday, August 11, 2012

Bring It On the musical - Jaw dropping choreography, vibrant and exciting score by Oscar E. Moore

Peer pressure, wanting to fit in, jealousy, revenge, friendship, discrimination and what is truly important in all our lives are put to the test here.

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Friday, August 10, 2012

Into The Woods – Stephen Sondheim in the park soars at the Delacorte by Oscar E. Moore

Directed with a fresh and original concept by Timothy Sheader/Liam Steel which features a new look, new insight into character, and a young new narrator.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Thursday, August 9, 2012

Bullet for Adolf – Woody Harrelson and Frankie Hyman's play misfires by Oscar E. Moore

It’s a shambles of a play, extremely profane without being the least bit profound. And not very funny. Unless pedophilia, Nazi and placenta jokes amuse you.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Saturday, August 4, 2012

Tombstone – The Legend of Wyatt Earp at MITF by Oscar E. Moore

Earp's story has more ups and downs and twists and turns than the Coney Island Cyclone roller coaster.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Friday, August 3, 2012

The Last Smoker in America - Off B'way musical by Oscar E. Moore

Director Andy Sandberg does all he can to save the day, including an uncomfortable attempt at an audience join in sing along with the ironic refrain Help! Help! Help!

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Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Le Prince et Le Pauvre – In French with English translation at MITF by Oscar E. Moore

Oliver! meets Les Miz. A charming, tuneful and most satifying surprise with a score that could one day become a classic.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Friday, July 27, 2012

Stand Tall – David & Goliath inspired rock musical falls short by Oscar E. Moore

A conglomeration of styles and ideas that fit as well together as the glass slipper on Cinderella’s stepsister’s too large foot.

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Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Relax! Alice – a psychological riff on Wonderland by Oscar E. Moore

Ms. Peiffer is quite compelling in the part that she has written for herself. RELAX! ALICE is an intriguing look at the relationship between Dr. and patient.

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Monday, July 23, 2012

I Love Bob – Silent Movie ballet staged at Joyce Soho by Oscar E. Moore

Charming and imaginative. Two great tap numbers. 70 minutes long with inspired sight gags galore.

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Sunday, July 22, 2012

Re-Animator - the splashy new musical at NYMF by Oscar E. Moore

If blood and guts and gore are your thing by all means check in. The special effects really are astonishing, gruesome and very funny.

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Saturday, July 21, 2012

Miss Lilly Gets Boned at the New Ohio Theatre Ice Factory Festival: shocking, moving, bittersweet by Oscar E. Moore

Unexpectedly shocking, surprisingly moving and bittersweet. Fresh voiced, theatrical and extremely satisfying.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Thursday, July 19, 2012

Spoolie Girl – new "fractured fairy tale" musical at Midtown Int’l Theatre Festival by Oscar E. Moore

Clocking in at two hours and two acts it really wears out its welcome early on.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Tuesday, July 17, 2012

HIMSELF and NORA: a musical love affair with words by Oscar E. Moore

HIMSELF and NORA is a touching, thoughtful and theatrical telling of the eternal if rocky love affair between James Joyce and his muse/lover Nora.

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Monday, July 16, 2012

Flambe Dreams: a light and witty new musical by Oscar E. Moore

This improbable but highly diverting musical fable is quite entertaining, headed by an extraordinary cast of five

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Friday, July 13, 2012

Nymph Errant – Cole Porter’s musical fossil dug up Off Byway by Oscar E. Moore

Sit back and be prepared for the unexpected and a fun if uneven time. It’s extremely entertaining despite the convoluted plot which skips and sings along with great finesse

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Thursday, July 12, 2012

He’s Not Himself: ridiculous cops ‘n robbers caper by Oscar E. Moore

Nothing is as painful as seeing excellent actors performing mediocre material as if it were brilliant.

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Thursday, June 28, 2012

Triassic Parq – Silly Off B’way musical spoof stumbles by Oscar E. Moore

Sporadically amusing with a mediocre rock score that serves the plot as such but won’t be remembered long for its melodies or lyrics

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Monday, June 25, 2012

7th Monarch – Psychological thriller off-B'way by Oscar E. Moore

Very much like the compelling and strange psychological novels of Georges Simenon, where one story is just the tip of the iceberg

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Friday, June 22, 2012

Harvey – Starring Jim Parsons and his imaginary rabbit friend at Studio 54 is a fine comedy of errors. by Oscar E. Moore

What is normal? We wonder by plays end and that is a very good thing. Sometimes we all need a “pooka” in our lives.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Thursday, June 21, 2012

Closer Than Ever – Maltby & Shire’s Off – B’way musical revived at the York by Oscar E. Moore

The ultimate staycation destination for all New Yorkers and tourists alike. Simply great. Go. Immediately. Limited run through July 14th.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Love Goes to Press – Women war correspondents vs the den of men circa 1944 by Oscar E. Moore

The Mint Theatre has a knack for finding the obscure and giving those plays excellent productions.

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Friday, June 8, 2012

FOOD and FADWA – A middle-eastern smorgasbord of sorts Off B'way by Oscar E. Moore

A slow cooked, gastronomic and heartwarming journey that will leave you completely content.

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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Potted Potter: Yes, that Potter…Harry off B’way by Oscar E. Moore

It may not be what you expect but the unexpected pays off with lots of laughs.

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Friday, June 1, 2012

The Common Pursuit: lofty, idealistic and sometimes long winded revival by Oscar E. Moore

Simon Gray’s 1984 play deals with the lofty and elitist intentions of a group of Cambridge chums circa 1960 through 1980.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Monday, May 7, 2012

Peter and the Starcatcher comes to Broadway by Oscar E. Moore

The two and a half hours fly by faster than the speed of Tinker Bell. There is no end to its creativity, ingenuity, wit and total theatricality.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Sunday, May 6, 2012

Leap of Faith starring Raul Esparza - Waiting for some miracles by Oscar E. Moore

Based on the 1992 motion picture starring Steve Martin and written by Janus Cercone who together with Warren Leight is responsible for the awkward book, “Leap of Faith” is just too hard …

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Friday, May 4, 2012

Nice Work If You Can Get It - frivolous, frothy and lots of fun. by Oscar E. Moore

An original, traditional musical comedy with all the trimmings that is true to the period and up to date with some surprisingly spot on timeless political observations.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Thursday, May 3, 2012

DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER - French sex farce. Mon Dieu! Quel dommage! by Oscar E. Moore

Under the misguided direction of John Tillinger, the actors are encouraged to be as broad as possible being positioned in pseudo graphic sexual poses that are awkward rather than amusing.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Wednesday, May 2, 2012

THE LYONS on Broadway – extremely funny and moving. by Oscar E. Moore

Linda Lavin is now the Queen of Comedy on Broadway and the rest of the cast has managed to come up to the high bar of comedy that she set downtown with Dick Latessa gaining fast in the laugh…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Tuesday, May 1, 2012

PRATFALLS – Off-Off Broadway – a gem of a play by Oscar E. Moore

Holly Webber is a new writer with original ideas of character and very funny unexpected dialogue with heart. It’s a charming, warm hearted comedy that crackles with sharp wit.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

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