It’s supposed to be hard to put your finger on the guilty party in a whodunit. In the fashion of murder mysteries, the perpetrator could be any of the characters who take the stage. And who done it becomes, by the end of the production, glaringly clear. The realization can be satisfying, bewildering, disappointing, or … Continue reading ‘The Mousetrap’ at Lancaster Opera House
Miss Nelson is Missing at Theatre of Youth
If you were a kid after the 70s, it's likely you read Miss Nelson is Missing in school. Theatre of Youth looks to capitalize on this name recognition with their new production, which opened January 25th and runs through February 9th. With an incredible set designed by Kenneth Shaw and a cast of TOY regulars, … Continue reading Miss Nelson is Missing at Theatre of Youth
No One’s Out of Order in the Court Room
The cast of "The Anastasia Trials in the Court of Women" by Brazen-Faced Varlets. Nobody likes the highly-principled bossy one. Or the rich daddy’s girl. Or the show stealer. Or the snarky one. Yet when you put them all together in a show-within-a-show production, you want every last one of them to be your new … Continue reading No One’s Out of Order in the Court Room
Opposites Attract and Repel in “The Antipodes”
Annie Baker’s script is more character study than storytelling as it depicts everything bad about corporate brainstorming sessions
“The Bridges of Madison County” Cross Love and Infidelity
This production is the epitome of romance, conflict, love, and loss, anchored by that stunning score and incredible artistry of our local actors.
BPO, ICTC, the Bard, and Mendelssohn…Oh My!
Both the audience and the performers are thrilled in a way that doesn’t happen for a typical play.
State Grant Supports Kavinoky Improvements
The Kavinoky Theatre received a special 40th anniversary present: a $145,000 grant awarded from New York state’s Regional Economic Development Council (REDC). The grant will fund some capital improvements for the theatre, including a Broadway-style covered entryway, new theatre seats, and an updated projection system. "We are thrilled to receive this award," said Loraine O'Donnell, … Continue reading State Grant Supports Kavinoky Improvements
Theatre Review: ‘Les Miserables’ at Shea’s Performing Arts Center
Along with “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Wicked,” and “The Lion King,” Les Miserables is just one of those shows that won’t stop touring. It’s rare to come across someone who hasn’t seen the show or its criticized cinematic counterpart which begs the question, “why bother?” “Whether it’s your first or fiftieth time seeing Les … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Les Miserables’ at Shea’s Performing Arts Center
Theatre Review: ‘The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes – Holiday Edition’ at the Cabaret at Alleyway Theatre
The cast of "The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes - Holiday Edition" at the Cabaret at Alleyway Theatre. “The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes - Holiday Edition” by David Cerda is running through December 28 in the Cabaret at the Alleyway Theatre. The show is based on the long running sitcom which starred Bea Arthur, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes – Holiday Edition’ at the Cabaret at Alleyway Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Raging Skillet’ at JCC CenterStage
Set in an on-stage kitchen at the book launch of Chef Rossi’s same titled memoir, Raging Skillet is a raucous good time that pulls at the heartstrings. Both a story of a chef’s professional journey as well as a tale of mother daughter relationships, this production will have you laughing and singing along one minute, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Raging Skillet’ at JCC CenterStage
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