Friday, May 8, 2026

Feltman: World’s First Hot Dog at the Chain Theatre by Edward Kliszus

Feltman: World’s First Hot Dog is that rarest of theatrical experiences: a solo show that feels as expansive as a Broadway epic and as intimate as a conversation with your favorite uncle o…

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The Bad Daters by David Walters

I'm going to use the word "lovely" here about The Bad Daters, and I mean it in its broadest sense: touching, pleasant, uplifting, sweet, and leaving you with a good feeling about humanity up…

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Thursday, May 7, 2026

Heroic at Alice Tully Hall: The ACO Ignites Lincoln Center by Edward Kliszus

Season 42 of the American Classical Orchestra promises to be nothing short of magnificent. From Haydn's “Lord Nelson” Mass and transcendent J.S. Bach motets to Mozart, Berwald, and not o…

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

41st Lucille Lortel Awards by Kendra Jones

Hosted by Alex Moffat, the 41st annual ceremony for the Lucille Lortel Awards were held at NYU Skirball. This year, I found myself especially drawn to artists challenged physically, emotiona…

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Othello by Sarah Downs

In the Othello in the West End Theatre’s small playing space, Bedlam is creating a whole world with a whisper of a set, a small lighting grid and a ton of imagination.  In the hands of in…

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Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Hamlet by Holli Harms

Although I may have some quips with this production's interpretation and actor choice, overall it is a solid production and one that if you love Hamlet like I do, is worth your time. The pos…

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Monday, May 4, 2026

73 Seconds by David Walters

At a small planetarium (Yes, a planetarium!) on the second floor of the Lower Eastside Girls Club in Manhattan, is a lovely autobiographical memory show called 73 Seconds. The post 73 Second…

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Cable Street by Kendra Jones

“It could never happen here…" It's the mindset, the seemingly overused piece of dialogue we speak out loud to ourselves, to each other, as we try to convince ourselves history won't repe…

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JOE TURNER’S COME AND GONE by Brittany Crowell

Playing now at the Barrymore Theater, August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone grapples with a nation in transition, showcasing an America shortly after the Civil War, and a community …

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Sunday, May 3, 2026

KENREX by David Walters

By David Walters This is one of those productions where each piece sublimely contributes to making the sum of its parts bigger than the whole. I may run out of superlatives and possibly hav…

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THREE WOMEN: A Country Western Meditation by Edward Kliszus

Three Women is a haunting, intimate musical that values suggestion over certainty. With strong performances and an evocative score, it explores love, memory, and distance through a minimalis…

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The Rocky Horror Show by Holli Harms

The Rocky Horror Show now playing on Broadway has once again been extended to November 2026. There's a reason this iconic piece has been extended. The production is glorious! The post The Ro…

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My Lord, What a Night by Victoria Weisfeld

The true story of Albert Einstein's kindness to Marian Anderson and her transition from quiet performer to civil rights advocate is both heart-rending and heart-warming. The post My Lord, Wh…

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Thursday, April 30, 2026

Broken Snow by Tom Storch

Altogether, Broken Snow offers a competent production with solid performances and some memorable moments, but nothing revelatory. The post Broken Snow appeared first on The Front Row Center.

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Steve Wilson Quintet at SMOKE by Margret Echeverria

And speaking of reflection, a piece composed by Renee Rosnes titled Mirror Image is featured in this show.  The piano chords begin dissonant as though they are announcing a coming tempest.�…

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026

The Door Slams, A Glass Trembles by Holli Harms

The theatrical group, The Talking Band initially dedicated itself to the continuing exploration of the theatrical interplay of image, language, and music. In this show that dedication holds.…

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Monday, April 27, 2026

LOVE STORY at The Tank: Love, Memory, and Theater of the Soul by Edward Kliszus

Love Story is not merely a play—it is an encounter with the fragile architecture of memory and love. It reminds us that those we lose never truly leave; they evolve within us, shaping our …

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Sunday, April 26, 2026

Schmigadoon by Nicole Itkin

Schmigadoon is funny and smart and perfect for the whole family. The second the show ended, everyone around me was on their feet. The post Schmigadoon appeared first on The Front Row Center.

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Saturday, April 25, 2026

What Happened Was… by David Walters

What Happened Was... is riveting in its character interplay, stripped-down, bare bones to the essence of story in its direction and design, and a damn fine evening of intimate theater. The …

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PROOF by Brittany Crowell

Proof is a beautiful piece about family and legacy, and has returned to Broadway 25 years after its Pulitzer and Tony winning premier.  The piece, by David Auburn, is timeless in its storyt…

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Dreamcats! A Shadow Puppet Fairy Tale Opens a Galaxy of Wonder by Edward Kliszus

In sixty minutes of hand-cut silhouettes, genre-roaming music, and quietly radical tenderness, Dreamcats! accomplishes what family theater rarely dares: it makes grown-ups weep, and children…

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Friday, April 24, 2026

Fallen Angels by Vahni Kurra

Rose Byrne’s comedic timing is impeccable, and Kelli O’Hara’s physical comedy is a marvel. Fallen Angels is perfect for fans of Roaring 20s hijinks and buddy comedies featuring women w…

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The Rule of Thirds by Tom Storch

In 1943, the day before the Allied Invasion of Italy, photojournalist Robert Capa parachuted into the Sicilian countryside, where he met a local farmer who took him in. This real-life event …

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Thursday, April 23, 2026

Beaches by Kendra Jones

I expected Beaches to emotionally hit, as I know of the tears both the novel and film caused, but I left with a sigh of sadness. The post Beaches appeared first on The Front Row Center.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Rheology by Vahni Kurra

Rheology is theatre on a knife’s edge, brutal, daring, and emotionally sharp. In a unique blend of science, art, and deep love that could only come from Misha Chowdhury’s singular vision…

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Miracle on South Division Street by Kendra Jones

Miracle on South Division Street presents the stakes of losing faith and heritage through generations, as well as the understanding and accepting loved ones for differing perspectives and ch…

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Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Gabriel Kahane and Roomful of Teeth Conjure a Multidimensional Marvel at 92NY by Edward Kliszus

If ever a Sunday afternoon argued for buying a season subscription, this one did. Roomful of Teeth and Gabriel Kahane transformed an ordinary hour into a conversation across centuries. The 9…

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Monday, April 20, 2026

A Night of Resonant Memory: Steven Isserlis and Connie Shih at the 92nd Street Y by Edward Kliszus

At the summit of art, Steven Isserlis and Connie Shih delivered a deeply moving recital that transformed music into memory and tribute. Their artistry invited audiences to explore profound e…

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Sunday, April 19, 2026

American Symphony Orchestra Conjures Romantic Fire at Carnegie Hall by Edward Kliszus

The American Symphony Orchestra is one of New York's most adventurous, intellectually vital, and musically rewarding ensemble. Season after season, under Leon Botstein's visionary leadership…

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Friday, April 17, 2026

TITANIQUE by Brittany Crowell

Titanique is not high brow art, but it is a highly entertaining night at the theater.  The post TITANIQUE appeared first on The Front Row Center.

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Thursday, April 16, 2026

Unpacked " Perelman Performing Arts Season 26/27 by Holli Harms

By Holli Harms Last week the Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC) introduced their 2026/2027 season, and it is going to be astonishing, including: musicals, Giulia, The Poison Queen of Pale…

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All that Chat

2025-2026 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 12, 2025: Call Me Izzy - Studio 54
Sep 16, 2025: Art - Music Box Theatre
Oct 08, 2025: Beetlejuice - Palace Theatre
Nov 13, 2025: Oedipus - Studio 54
Nov 16, 2025: Chess - Imperial Theatre
Mar 23, 2026: Giant - Music Box Theatre
Apr 06, 2026: Becky Shaw - Hayes Theater
Apr 16, 2026: Proof - Booth Theatre
Apr 26, 2026: Drama Desk Cut-Off