The history of “Chess the Musical” is nearly as fascinating as its subject matter of tensions during the Cold War. The West End (London) production opened in 1986 after first bei... Read more
Kleptocracy is an interesting word. It means a government with corrupt leaders that exploit the people and resources for personal gain and expansion of powers. As produced at Arena, “K... Read more
Edgar Allan Poe wrote in his sonnet Silence of the duality of the human experience: the physical and the non-physical conditions. It is rather fitting to connect Poe to the undercurrent stor... Read more
The verdict is in: “Twelve Angry Men:” that iconic courtroom drama, still remains compelling storytelling. Ford Theatre’s production, gleaned from local talent and staged in the... Read more
Jez Butterworth’s 2009 play “Jerusalem” is currently running at FPCT. It is an ambitious production by this small, but mighty, local theater. Kudos go to the director, Ann Turian... Read more
One of the highlights of this work is that for around 15 minutes one is treated to a hysterically funny and deadly serious non-stop howl of outrage from a college-bound senior (a deliriously... Read more
In the best of circumstances, this is a demanding, difficult musical; and the circumstances at the Port Tobacco Players Theatre were quite good. The troupe were up to the challenge and did n... Read more
Matthew Bourne’s stunning new production of Cinderella announces its glamour and drama even before the curtain rises. The audience is treated to a backdrop featuring a glittering blue slippe... Read more
Rainbow Theatre Project’s latest offering is the early 1990s Paul Rudnick play “Jeffrey,” written and set during the AIDS crisis and directed by Robert Mintz. Through the lens of the t... Read more
Over MLK Weekend and in alignment with Nelson Mandela’s presidential win 25 years ago, Step Afrika! aptly celebrated their 25th “Anniversary Celebration” at Strathmore Music Center. This maj... Read more
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