Yesterday, I went to the Subversive Theatre to see the WNY premiere of “The Nance” by Tony Award nominee, Douglas Carter Beane . The play includes songs by Glen Kelly. “The Nance” is a dark comedy/drama which takes place in New York City in the 1930's. It's about homophobia and the terrible toll it takes … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Nance’ at Subversive Theatre Collective
Gail Golden Reviews
Theatre Review: ‘Stupid F*cking Bird’ at American Repertory Theatre of Western New York
Last night, I went to ART of WNY to see the Buffalo premiere of Aaron Posner's "Stupid F*cking Bird", a comic modern spin off of Chekhov's "The Seagull." . . .a solid production of a quirky play. Posner is an award-winning playwright whose many works include a modern adaptation of “Uncle Vanya” called "Life Sucks." … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Stupid F*cking Bird’ at American Repertory Theatre of Western New York
Theatre Review: ‘Disney’s Beauty and the Beast’ at Theatre in the Mist
Today I saw a matinee of “Disney’s Beauty and The Beast,” produced by Theatre in the Mist and Cornerstone Community FCU at Niagara Falls High School. Music is by Alan Menken with lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, and the book is by Linda Woolverton. This is the Broadway musical version of “Beauty and … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Disney’s Beauty and the Beast’ at Theatre in the Mist
Theatre Review: ‘Dear World’ at O’Connell & Company
Last night, I went to the opening of “Dear World” presented by O’Connell and Company at The Park School of Buffalo. . . .a treat for fans of Broadway musicals. . . “Dear World” is a musical with songs by Jerry Herman and book by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee. It's based on the … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Dear World’ at O’Connell & Company
Theatre Review: ‘9 to 5 The Musical’ by Rocking Horse Productions at Lancaster Opera House
Yesterday evening, I went to the Lancaster Opera House to see "9 to 5: The Musical," presented by Rocking Horse Productions. Music and Lyrics are by Dolly Parton and the book is by Patricia Resnick. The musical is based on the popular 1980 movie by Resnick and Colin Higgins which starred Dolly Parton, Lily Tomlin, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘9 to 5 The Musical’ by Rocking Horse Productions at Lancaster Opera House
Theatre Review: ‘Hay Fever’ at Irish Classical Theatre Company
Last night, I went to the Irish Classical Theatre Company and saw their production of “Hayfever” by Noel Coward. This British drawing room comedy from the 1920’s isn’t performed as often as Coward classics “Blithe Spirits”, “Private Lives”, and “Present Laughter,” and so being able to see “Hayfever” is a real treat. . . .light … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Hay Fever’ at Irish Classical Theatre Company
Theatre Review: ‘The Country House’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre
Last night, I saw the Western New York premiere of David Margulies’ “The Country House” presented by Road Less Traveled Productions. “The Country House” is a character driven comedy/drama about a family matriarch, Anna Patterson, who is a stage actress of great renown. She has invited family and friends to visit her at her … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Country House’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre
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