Review: The Rose Tattoo // Shattered Globe Theatre
Legend has it that when Tennessee Williams’ play The Rose Tattoo was first produced in Ireland during the 50s – the director was arrested for lewdness. Without spoiling much, the … Continue reading
An Impressive Puppet, A Somewhat Foggy Story in “War Horse”
Fog covers the stage throughout, while a short Irishman sings beautiful ballads as the story progresses. A ripped strip of parchment hangs above the stage, hiding lights which create the … Continue reading
“It’s a Wonderful Life! Live at the Biograph” is a Wonderful Show
After a long and trying day, I entered Victory Gardens a bit of Scrooge on Saturday night. So when Christmas-y sweater-wearing performers, their smiles stretching from rosy cheek to rosy … Continue reading
There’s a Hole In “Superior Donuts” Promising Story
Arthur Przybyszewski, the gray-bearded and pony-tailed proprietor of a donut shop in Chicago, enters his store one morning to find it vandalized. Two policemen and the whistleblowing next-door neighbor are … Continue reading
Is “44 Plays for 44 Presidents” a Presidential Affair or Lame Duck?
Every four years, the American people come together to debate important issues, engage in democratic dialogue, and realize they agree on absolutely nothing. All they can agree on is the … Continue reading
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