Category Archives: News

Reviewed by Bob Greene Legacy Stage should be commended for taking a topic, usually sub-plotted at best, and putting it in the forefront – and playwright Allan Provost should be commended for writing it. The Gray List deals with that … Continue reading →

Astrologers and philosophers like Tom Lescher have pointed out that – as of 2012 – the prevailing energy around the world veers from male to female. Statistics in everything from education to business to – yes – the theatre verify … Continue reading →

The Improvisational Repertory Theatre Ensemble is back. This group of stage and film artists has come together for another season of quick-wit hi-jinks. Hi-Jinks??? Who uses such a word in the 21st century? They sure do. This series of long-form … Continue reading →

John Chatterton’s venerable series of festivals are legend in the off-off Broadway realm. Aside from giving playwrights and young artists a forum, they also serve to spotlight some really masterful works. A regular to the circuit is Joanne de Simone, … Continue reading →

As promised, the renowned overture to Rossini’s La gazza ladra (The Thieving Magpie) by The Bronx Opera last Saturday night at Lehman College succeeded to dazzle.  This overture and its interpretation by conductor Michael C. Haigler was worth the price … Continue reading →

Reviewed by Jay Michaels   There is no risk to presenting a known musical comedy in a local theater situation. You know the crowd will love it, identify with it, and bring friends. It takes a daring group to secure … Continue reading →

A review by Evan Meeña New York is filled with theater festivals. Every room that can hold some lights and a dozen folding chairs has festivals. Themed, audience-votes, etc… You have your perennials like The Fringe and The Midtown International, … Continue reading →

Norma Jeane, Enlightened By Kristin O’Blessin Joanne De Simone’s new play is an engrossing journey into key relationships that helped mold Norma Jeane into Marilyn Monroe. Marilyn’s absentee father, Bobby and Jack Kennedy and Paula Strasberg are among the most compelling conversations … Continue reading →

Reviewed by Bob Greene How many times have we all walked out of a movie or play and asked “what do you think will happen to…[whomever the lead, villain, or put-upon character happens to be].” Jane Beale and Ronnie Cohen … Continue reading →

Reviewed by Bob Greene No other play in history has been as discussed and dissected as Hamlet. No other play is so easily recognized – and quoted – as Hamlet as well. So, using Hamlet as his weapon of choice … Continue reading →