Theatre Review: ‘Superior Donuts’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre

To start its 2019/2020 season, Shea’s 710 Theatre has partnered with Road Less Traveled Productions to present “Superior Donuts”, a show from acclaimed playwright Tracy Letts (of “August: Osage County” fame) that tackles topical sociopolitical issues like race and gentrification, but more importantly, spotlights a friendship between an aging hippie who’s stuck in his ways, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Superior Donuts’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘The Undeniable Sound Of Right Now’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

Those of us of a certain age still sigh when we remember going to the Belle Star out in Colden. Or Central Park Grill. Or the original Tralf on Main Street.  These were places where live music was king, but it was the atmosphere, the company, the whole gestalt of it all that made it … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Undeniable Sound Of Right Now’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘Between Riverside and Crazy’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

Not all stage families are like the Von Trapps. Or the Pazinskis.  Meet Walter Washington, affectionately called Dad by his son Junior, his son’s girlfriend, Lulu, and Junior’s friend Oswaldo. They all share Walter’s rent-controlled apartment on Riverside Drive and they comprise the complicated,  flawed, funny, frightening family in playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis’ “Between Riverside … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Between Riverside and Crazy’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre

The holiday season is upon us, whether we like it or not, and this weekend was a perfect snowy setting to attend “Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley,” presented by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre. Welcomed immediately into the world of Jane Austen by an inspired set design at the hands of Bethany … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘Speed-the-Plow’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

Legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright said “A building is not just a place to be, but a way to be.” Road Less Traveled Productions found its way by launching its 15th season  in a newly-built out theatre space (the first theatre to open on Main St.’s Theatre District in 20 years) with an outstanding production … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Speed-the-Plow’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

First Look: ‘The Christians’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

Church scandals always make headlines. But imagine what would happen if a clergy member proclaimed that there is no hell. Does that lead to other shocking declamations against  the Judeo-Christian belief system? What happens to the church community’s inner balance? Our reward system? Our nightly prayers? Or our favorite punitive, dismissive comment? Somehow “Oh, go … Continue reading First Look: ‘The Christians’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘Disgraced’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

They could be any accomplished, upscale couple living in Manhattan. He is a mergers and acquisitions attorney, she is an artist who finds her muse in Islamic imagery. He’s an American born Pakistani, raised in a Muslim household, she is porcelain skinned, auburn haired, attracted to opposites. But Amir and Emily’s story is an exquisite … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Disgraced’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘The Nether’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

Welcome to the Nether, a look into the not-too-far future, of an online world, a utopia to roam and spend time and pleasure without consequence. In the Nether's total sensory immersion, users can simply log in, choose a persona, and indulge in whatever you desire. Though during an investigation of a particularly sinister realm of … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Nether’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

First Look: ‘The Nether’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

The Internet. A tool that is both a gift and a curse. In recent times we as consumers have been very keen on utilizing the internet for everything. Shopping, communication, and maintaining relationships. The information super high way is both a wonderful thing to have at our fingertips, and it is also incredibly scary if … Continue reading First Look: ‘The Nether’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre