As an art teacher, my students ask me all the time, what makes art, art? This is one of the most difficult questions a student can ask. I almost wish that they would ask me where babies come from, because at least I could tell them to ask their parents. It is a very slippery … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Sight Unseen’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
John Szablewski Reviews
Theatre Review: ‘The Full Monty’ at Subversive Theatre Collective
There are those who say that they will do whatever is asked of them, if the price is right. Would stripping for your community be one of those things you’d ever think of doing? Well, if you are on unemployment, perhaps. But what if your insecurities make this new found career path that you are … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Full Monty’ at Subversive Theatre Collective
Theatre Review: ‘School of Rock’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
As a theatre reviewer, I tend to go into shows with an open mind and no real expectations. I figure that if I have no expectations, I cannot be let down. Usually this works, and usually I am pleasantly surprised at what the show I am viewing turns into. ‘School of Rock’ is one of … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘School of Rock’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Theatre Review: Agatha Christie’s ‘And Then There Were None’ at Aurora Players
Murder mysteries. Ugh. There is just something about them that makes me groan. Maybe it’s because they are so wordy, and maybe it is because there is always that one character that knows “everything.” When I say everything, I don’t mean they know “everything” but everything pertaining to information about the mystery at hand. Lot’s … Continue reading Theatre Review: Agatha Christie’s ‘And Then There Were None’ at Aurora Players
Theatre Review: ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at American Repertory Theatre of Western New York
I’m going to start this off by saying this, “Jesus Christ Superstar” is my favorite musical. I am very protective of my favorites. When I was in high school, my aunt took me to see the show with Ted Neeley in the title role. It was life changing. I have a few different cast recordings. … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at American Repertory Theatre of Western New York
Theatre Review: ‘Something Rotten!’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
“Something Rotten!’” was the second production I ever saw on Broadway. I was lucky enough to see it a month or so before it closed and the North American Tour launched. I was completely blown away by the humor, the production value, and the energy that this show had. It also had something that you … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Something Rotten!’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Waitress’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
There is a phenomenon happening right now in the world of musical theatre. If you are an avid theatergoer, you know exactly what it is. Pop stars are stepping up to take a crack at writing the music for big Broadway shows. Almost everyday, you will read about a new pop star trying their hand … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Waitress’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘All My Sons’ by Niagara Regional Theatre Guild at The Ellicott Creek Playhouse
Arthur Miller’s depiction of the American dream is one that not only aggravates me, but it is one that makes me wonder, what the heck Broadway audiences were excited to see live in 1947 when “All My Sons” opened. The story starts off so sweet and fun, and boy, does it get dark and dense … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘All My Sons’ by Niagara Regional Theatre Guild at The Ellicott Creek Playhouse
Theatre Review: ‘An Act Of God’ at O’Connell & Company
David Javerbaum gives theatergoers the chance of a lifetime. An intimate, 90-minute talk with the Big Guy. No, I’m not taking about Santa Claus, I’m talking about God. Him. The Almighty. Well, a depiction of him, let’s say. God himself, as we learn early on in this comical show, takes many forms, and he is … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘An Act Of God’ at O’Connell & Company
Theatre Review: ‘Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some) at ACTS Performing Arts Center
One of the things that I love about writers is when they get the idea to take a lot of dense material, and create an expedited version of it for our comic enjoyment. Shows like "All The Great Books (Abridged)" – a comedic literary journey throughout all the classic works that you didn’t read in … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some) at ACTS Performing Arts Center
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