This comedy of social commentary delivered laughs for an audience hungry for them, thanks to a pointed story and script, a dazzling single-set production, and a crackerjack cast.
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Theater Review: ‘The Baker’s Wife,’ with Ariana DeBose
'The Baker's Wife' is a success because of the performances of Ariana DeBose, Scott Bakula, and the ensemble under Gordon Greenberg's direction.
Read More »Theater Review: ‘Punch’ Makes Its Broadway Impact
In ''Punch' Jacob learns that violence isn't an answer to his feelings of inferiority. Self-acceptance and forgiveness come from accountability and truth.
Read More »Theater Review (Broadway): ‘Redwood’ Starring Idina Menzel
At the heart of the musical 'Redwood' starring Idina Menzel is a mother's inconsolable grief at the loss of her son.
Read More »Theater Review (Broadway): ‘Death Becomes Her’ Is Riotous Fun
This riotous musical scores laughs a minute, with lush music and superb performances by Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard.
Read More »Theater Review (Broadway): ‘It’s a Wonderful World’ is Terrific
'It's a Wonderful World' chronicles jazz great Louis Armstrong's life and loves over six decades in a glorious celebration of his genius.
Read More »Theater Review (Broadway): ‘Left on Tenth’ with Julianna Margulies, Peter Gallagher – Just Great!
In 'Left on Tenth' Delia Ephron teaches us about love, loss, synchronicity, totality, "bashert" (fate) and second chances.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Prayer for the French Republic’ – Profound, Timely
In 'Prayer for the French Republic' questions are raised about the safety of French Jews with antisemitism on the rise. Wouldn't it be better to emigrate to Israel where it is safer?
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Harmony,’ Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman’s Musical
'Harmony' is a musical about an internationally famous, all-male German ensemble that performed between 1928 and 1934 until the Third Reich banned them as degenerates.
Read More »Theater Review (Broadway): ‘The Kite Runner’
A stage adaptation of the Khaled Hosseini bestseller is flawed but earnest, moving and relevant.
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