I had the great honor of experiencing the world premiere of “Divisions Street”, written by Jason Odell Williams ("Church & State", "Handle with Care") who returns to Rochester to collaborate once again with JCC Artistic Director Ralph Meranto for this provocative three-actor show. The two previously collaborated on 2016’s “Church and State.” The three roles … Continue reading Theatre Review: “Division Street” at JCC Centerstage
Kim Ross Reviews
Theatre Review: ‘Waitress’ at RBTL’s Auditorium Theatre
The moment I saw the cherry pie curtain I had a feeling this show was going to be something special. And when I heard the line, “Home is where your ass is.”, the tone was set. The recipe for the performance was going to include equal parts hilarity and harshness. Jenna, Dawn, and Becky (Christine … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Waitress’ at RBTL’s Auditorium Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Chicago’ at RBTL’s Auditorium Theatre
There is a reason “Chicago” is the longest running American musical in Broadway history! It is hot, sexy, frenetic, and relatable. Yes, there are parallels to this millennium. When watching it I couldn’t help but think about our current obsession with the 5-minute news cycle and sensational news reporting we all claim to be exhausted … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Chicago’ at RBTL’s Auditorium Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Beautiful – The Carole King Musical’ at RBTL’s Auditorium Theatre
If musicals aren’t for you—this is your musical! I am often put off by musicals that are just a framework into which song after song are stuffed—whether good, bad, logical, benign or poignant. I know I should be able to suspend my disbelief and go along with people breaking into song as they cook dinner, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Beautiful – The Carole King Musical’ at RBTL’s Auditorium Theatre
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