141 stories by "Debbie Jackson"
The Puppet Company has energized the old fairy tale with a fresh original script, solid story-telling, great media projections, and the most adorable prince and princess imaginable. Eric Bro…
Lynn Nottage's Ruined at Arena Stage hits all the high marks of truly compelling theater. Based on horrific conditions endured by women caught in the crosshairs of the deadliest war i…
A rather decent rendition of Blues for an Alabama Sky is happening over at Atlas. The scene changes take too much time and distract from the quietly unfolding drama, but otherwise, the w…
It seems one can't get enough of the "If you Give a X a Y" formula these days to assure a good time. Following last year's successful “Pig” and “Pancake” duo feat…
Rorschach is back.  Voices Underwater, is an eerie experiential journey which shows that, after an eighteen month hiatus, Rorschach hasn’t lost its touch. Clementine Thomas (Phot…
An Almost Holy Picture by Heather McDonald is a spiritual quest by a man seeking solace and meaning when he's beset with tragedy and misfortune. The Rep Stage production is a quiet, refl…
Those already familiar with the awesome powers of the inimitable Bernadine Mitchell and have waited anxiously for her return to the metro area can breathe a sigh of relief. She's back in…
The long awaited world premiere musical Mirandy and Brother Wind at Adventure Theatre is a gem of a show with an excellent cast, exciting new music and a piercingly creative story. Patricia …
Before there was “Toy Story 3″, there was the beloved tale about the Velveteen Rabbit – a loyal toy that provided hours of fun and play, but then over time loses its appeal…
If you were looking for more of the riveting theatre that rocked Studio Theater in the first two parts of the trilogy by Tarell Alvin McCraney, you will be sadly disappointed since Marcus; o…
Readers familiar with the science fantasy A Wrinkle in Time will likely be mesmerized by this energetic production at Round House. The rest of us can still be captivated by the wonder of…
Swingtime features the captivating music and style of the 1940's wrapped in a story that reflects the period’s prevailing cultural themes of discrimination and oppression. The narr…
Well, now I've seen everything – a puppet rendition of The Nutcracker that works and will have you clamoring for more. There's a reason why The Puppet Company has lasted nearly 30 year…
The familiar clay animation version of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” is a timeless treat that has defied the technological advances that should have buried it decades ago. …
Just when you thought you couldn't take yet another chirpy Holiday story, along comes something with enough zip, creativity and spark to send you rushing to decorate anything that even resem…
The life and loves of Fanny Brice come alive in this stellar performance by Esther Covington who carries the show with charisma and charm, accompanied by talented musical director Tom Fuller…
