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Music Review: Donna Vivino – ‘Beautiful Dreamer’
At her best, Donna Vivino sings with an emotional honesty that is compelling.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘A Christmas Story – The Musical’
Priceless onstage moments convey the spirit of an American Christmas that young and old can appreciate in this successful musical adaptation of the classic Christmas movie.
Read More »Music Review: Laura Benanti – ‘In Constant Search of the Right Kind of Attention’
The Broadway and TV actress delivers a winning performance at 54 Below.
Read More »Music Review: Philip Chaffin – ‘Somethin’ Real Special: The Songs of Dorothy Fields’
Philip Chaffin interprets the songs of Dorothy Fields with style and gusto.
Read More »Music Review: Original Broadway Cast – ‘Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella’
Laura Osnes and the Broadway cast give a winning performance. A welcome addition to most musical comedy libraries.
Read More »Music Review: Chet Baker – ‘Chet Baker Plays the Best of Lerner and Loewe’
Jazz meets Broadway in classic re-release from the masterful jazz trumpeter.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): Nathan Lane in ‘The Nance’ by Douglas Carter Beane
The marvelous Nathan Lane stars in a production that is sheer delight and dark genius.
Read More »Theater Review (LA): “Rent” at the Hudson Mainstage
"Rent" has never moved me, but if you're a fan of the show, this is an excellent way to see it.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): “Macbeth” Starring Alan Cumming
In a stunning performance, the actor takes on all the roles in Shakespeare's Scottish Play.
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