'Hot or Not' by Jessica Campbell is a tongue in cheek comentary on the physical attributes of male artists of the 20th century.
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Theater Review (NYC Fringe): ‘The Last Audition’
Paul Shearman's solo show about Shakespeare, the acting craft, and early-stage dementia is bathed in pathos of the best kind.
Read More »Theater Review: John Lithgow is a Towering Triumph in ‘Giant’
John Lithgow is Roald Dahl in a performance for the ages in 'Giant,' leading a wonderful cast.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): Rebecca De Mornay in ‘The Pushover’ by John Patrick Shanley
De Mornay is a ruthless spa mogul (you read that right) in a confusing new play by the Pulitzer, Oscar and Tony Award winner.
Read More »Theater Review: ‘Ulster American’ – Matthew Broderick Leads a Bang-on Ensemble
Matthew Broderick leads a fine cast in David Ireland's play about Irish identity politics, feminism and theater power.
Read More »Theater Reviews (NYC Fringe): ‘Who Does Your Laundry?’ and ‘How to Become a Saint (While Wearing Pants)’
A different kind of immigrant story plays out in a laundromat; immigrants to a heaven reserved for saints tell their origin stories in song and dance.
Read More »SXSW 2026 Film Reviews: ‘Normal’ with Bob Odenkirk and ‘Pretty Lethal’ with Uma Thurman Lead the Way with Tropes
At SXSW 2026, ‘Normal’ with Bob Odenkirk and ‘Pretty Lethal’ with Uma Thurman, used clever and creative screenwriting tropes to create engaging and exciting cinema.
Read More »Theater Review: ‘My Joy Is Heavy’ – the Bengsons Find Joy in Sorrow
Abigail and Shaun Bengson's musical memoir chronicles their trials during COVID and the fears accompanying their attempt to have another baby.
Read More »SXSW 2026 Reviews: ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ with Samara Weaving and ‘The Comeback’ Starring Lisa Kudrow
"Ready or not," it's time for a "comeback" with Samara Weaving and former 'Friends' star Lisa Kudrow.
Read More »Theater Review: ‘Chinese Republicans’ – Chinese American Women vs. the Glass Ceiling
Four Chinese American women struggle up the corporate ladder with humor and poignancy in 'Chinese Republicans.'
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