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480 stories by "MICHAEL SOMMERS"

Theater Review | Long Island: Review: The Nuns Are Back in 'Sister Act' at the Gateway Playhouse by Michael Sommers

The Bellport production of the musical stars Rashidra Scott as a singer fleeing hoodlums and Jennifer Allen as the leader of the convent where she hides.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:24pm on July 11, 2015

Theater Review | Long Island: A Review of 'All My Sons' in East Hampton by Michael Sommers

Alex Baldwin and Laurie Metcalf star in the revival of Arthur Miller's play about a businessman whose irresponsible practices during World War II eventually imperil his family.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 1:07pm on June 21, 2015

Theater Review | New Jersey: Review: All the Living Room's a Stage in Madison Revival of '27 Play by George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber by Michael Sommers

The Cavendish clan, who mostly reside in a swank Manhattan duplex, are delightful people, and "The Royal Family" endures as one of the best comedies ever written about show folk.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:21am on June 6, 2015

‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ offers a Wilde time by Michael Sommers

How lovely it must be to encounter this wonderful comedy for the first time — and in such a pleasant production as this one, which isn't flawless but certainly offers a nimble, clearly…

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

REVIEW: ‘Other Desert Cities' sizzles with great acting by Michael Sommers

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

Populist and elitist views clash in ‘La Bete’ by Michael Sommers

Mark Rylance brilliant plays a boor in a mock-1600s comedy

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

Beatles tribute ‘Rain’ pours out 30 hits by Michael Sommers

So it is what it is: Rather than thinking of "Rain" as a jukebox musical regarding The Beatles, the actual show is more like a highly animated version of a Madame Tussaud's installation R…

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

Brendan Fraser and Denis O’Hare costar in ‘Elling’ by Michael Sommers

Whimsical comedy about a Norwegian odd couple makes little impact

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

‘Compulsion’ fictionalizes Meyer Levin’s life by Michael Sommers

Spending over two hours in the company of a raging monomaniac with an Anne Frank obsession is not my idea of a fun time, especially when he's played with all stops out by Mandy Patinkin blaz…

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

‘A Perfect Future’ yields sour grapes by Michael Sommers

Rich liberals spill their phony guts in a bogus new drama

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

REVIEW: Sexy ‘Women’ throw a festive Broadway party by Michael Sommers

A yummy confection of silly romantic comedy, seductive Latin music, alluring visuals and high-powered performances, "Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown" is a musical comedy certain to…

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

The Perils of Psychoanalyzing Mugabe by Michael Sommers

A psychiatrist explores President Robert Mugabe’s invisible demons in “Breakfast With Mugabe.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

‘Three Sisters’ evolve over the years by Michael Sommers

An increasingly emotional interpretation of "Three Sisters" awaits people lucky enough to snare a ticket to director Austin Pendleton's poignant revival of Anton Chekhov's 1901 drama that ...

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

Help for an Autistic Son Means Trouble for a Marriage by Michael Sommers

A young couple, struggling to secure the most beneficial education for their autistic 4-year-old son, disagrees on what’s best for him. The separate paths the spouses explore eventuall…

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

'Time Stands Still' for Laura Linney by Michael Sommers

The play remains a well-written drama about an obsessed artist and a slowly imploding relationship, but it also remains a character study of relatively intimate scope.

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

‘The Road to Qatar!’ goes nowhere fast by Michael Sommers

Backstage musical about making a musical in the Middle East aspires to be funny

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

REVIEW: 1950s ‘Bells Are Ringing’ chimes this weekend by Michael Sommers

Sure, "Bells Are Ringing" may be a pretty familiar show to fans of old musicals, but the expertise of Marshall's smart production makes it an enjoyable occasion.

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

‘The Witch of Edmonton’ burns with feeling by Michael Sommers

Red Bull Theater vigorously brings a 1621 British drama to life

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

REVIEW: Richard Thomas stars in ‘Timon of Athens’ by Michael Sommers

Shakespeare’s rarely-staged “Timon of Athens” looks mighty nice at the Public Theater in a crisp, smartly shaped production starring a well-cast Richard Thomas as a blissfu…

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

David Duchovny reveals ‘The Break of Noon’ by Michael Sommers

Longtime fans will find LaBute in prime form while Duchovny's followers will see him excel in a challenging role at the heart of an absorbing drama.

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

Windy ‘After the Revolution’ winds down by Michael Sommers

Capable actors, good direction, fine design and stretches of nice writing cannot disguise the inevitable realization that "After the Revolution" is a lot of fuss over not much of anything.

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

'Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson' hits Broadway Broadway by Michael Sommers

Whatever, a stuffed equine suspends upside down over spectators' heads inside the garishly decked-out auditorium of the Jacobs Theatre, ...

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

REVIEW: Frances McDormand counts among ‘Good People’ by Michael Sommers

A drama crafted in a minor key, Lindsay-Abaire’s latest piece is a character study that proves to be small in scope but sharp in its emotional regrets and prickly conversation as McDor…

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

‘A Thousand Clowns,’ but Just One Oddball by Michael Sommers

Two River Theater Company’s production of the in Red Bank lacks persuasive visuals and a fine sense of spontaneity.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015

‘Swan Lake’ swims with sexuality by Michael Sommers

Bourne's inventive mix of drama and dance revitalizes an old favorite and offers theatergoers an unforgettable time.

SOURCE: New Jersey Newsroom at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015
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