119 stories by "Michael M. Landman-Karny"
BUILDING BONDS OVER BREAD AND BUTTER In the evocative narrative of Miranda Rose Hall's The Sandwich Ministry, " which opened last Saturday at Skylight Theatre " the audience is invited to pa…
UNDERWEAR TYCOONS AND AERIAL INTRUSIONS: THE UNRAVELING COMEDY OF MISALLIANCE So, you stroll into the theater, right? You see this fancy conservatory set up, all English manor-style, and you…
BRINGING BACK ROSAS' BLOOM The inaugural presentation of the Latino Theater Company's 2024 season, Ghost Waltz stands as a testament to the company's commitment to groundbreaking theatrical …
Galilee 34 blends the divine and profane in its exploration of early Christianity Eleanor Burgess, a prolific playwright whose works have graced numerous stages (The Niceties, Wife of a Sale…
SHAZAM, KAZAN! So, have you heard? Lainie Kazan's 60s tunes are now just a click away on all those streaming sites. We're talking the kind of songs that make you want to break out in a drama…
THE BOYS ARE BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER In the never-ending array of jukebox musicals that have lit up Broadway's vibrant landscape, Jersey Boys shines like a brilliant star. Premiering in 20…
WITH A MAGICAL IMBALANCE, THIS KISS IS MORE LIKE A PECK In the world of theater, revivals and adaptations often serve as a bridge between eras, illuminating how the sensibilities of one time…
WOOF! WOOLF WORKS WORKS! Virginia Woolf's novels have had a profound impact on literature, inspiring adaptations in ballet and opera. These adaptations face the unique challenge of capturing…
KATERINA MCCRIMMON IS A BRIGHT NEW FUNNY GIRL Â BUT THE TOUR IS LIKE BUS-AND-TRUCK Funny Girl is a captivating musical that tells the story of Fanny Brice, a renowned comedienne and entert…
A BITTERSWEET BIRTHDAY In the luminous world of musical theater, two names stand as colossi, casting long shadows across Broadway and the global stage. Stephen Sondheim and Andrew Lloyd Webb…
CULTURAL COMEDY GOLD, THIS PLAY REALLY IS ONE OF THE GOOD ONES In a landscape where minority narratives often revolve around stereotypes of poverty and struggle, One of the Good Ones emerges…
WIG SNATCHED! 1998 QUEERGENDER MUSICAL STILL SLAYS IN 2024 In the pantheon of (so-called) rock musicals, Hedwig and the Angry Inch holds a distinct and unparalleled position, merging raw ene…
A TASTY SLICE OF 80s NOSTALGIA In the ever-evolving landscape of film-to-stage musical adaptations, the latest entrant Mystic Pizza emerges as a charming addition. Based on the eponymous 198…
DANCE OF DESPAIR AND DESIRE Sir Matthew Bourne's Romeo and Juliet, which made its North American premiere at the Ahmanson last night, is a bonafide hit, redefining this classic ballet (based…
OFFBEAT AND OFF TRACK In the often-unpredictable world of theatrical comedy, Kate Berlant's Kate promised to be a groundbreaking foray into the realm of absurdist humor. Yet, in its executio…
ECLIPSING NORMALITY: THE DARK ORBIT OF STEVE YOCKEY'S MERCURY Steve Yockey's work in the theatre world undeniably polarizes audiences, eliciting fervent admiration from some and equally pass…
A HAUNTING SYMPHONY OF SOLITUDE AND CONNECTION Set in the dimly lit confines of a college creative writing class and the private world of its reclusive protagonist, The Sound Inside, which o…
On Friday, August 25th, attendees were treated to Broadway Romance, a delightful evening filled with romantic Broadway melodies at the Rady Shell. Situated in the heart of San Diego, Califor…
A HEROIC PRODUCTION Heroes of the Fourth Turning is a riveting and thought-provoking play that delves into the complexities of ideology, faith, and the generational divide in contemporary Am…
