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#eddie-izzard
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
London politics

Hamlet' review: Eddie Izzard better with own musings than Shakespeare

Eddie Izzard's solo Hamlet lacks the electric humor and depth expected from her, resulting in a somewhat shallow interpretation of the classic.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
London politics

Hamlet' review: Eddie Izzard better with own musings than Shakespeare

Eddie Izzard's solo Hamlet lacks the electric humor and depth expected from her, resulting in a somewhat shallow interpretation of the classic.
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#broadway
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Maybe Happy Ending' review: Romantic robot musical is glorious on Broadway - really

'Maybe Happy Ending' on Broadway resonates deeply, akin to Pixar, delivering unexpected emotional moments through a tender storyline and thoughtful score.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Romeo + Juliet' review: 'Heartstopper' star Kit Connor shines in hollow Broadway show

Kit Connor's performance in 'Romeo + Juliet' is the highlight of this production, evoking empathy for the characters' doomed romance.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'All In: Comedy About Love' review: Starry Broadway show's a big waste of money

The Broadway show "All In: Comedy About Love" disappoints by offering a staged reading rather than a substantive comedy experience.
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

amBroadway | Back to the Future' to close, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' trims runtime and more | amNewYork

Back to the Future's Broadway musical adaptation is closing early due to financial struggles despite an initially strong performance and a celebratory event.
The adaptation was criticized for being a shallow tribute to the original movie, leveraging nostalgia without achieving depth.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Film

'Good Night, and Good Luck' review: George Clooney makes his Broadway debut in a sleepy newsroom play

George Clooney's Broadway debut in 'Good Night, and Good Luck' is visually impressive but ultimately lacking depth and impact.
fromVulture
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Sit-Down Comedy of All In

All In: Comedy About Love is an expensive staged reading rather than a full Broadway production, misleading potential audiences.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Maybe Happy Ending' review: Romantic robot musical is glorious on Broadway - really

'Maybe Happy Ending' on Broadway resonates deeply, akin to Pixar, delivering unexpected emotional moments through a tender storyline and thoughtful score.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Romeo + Juliet' review: 'Heartstopper' star Kit Connor shines in hollow Broadway show

Kit Connor's performance in 'Romeo + Juliet' is the highlight of this production, evoking empathy for the characters' doomed romance.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'All In: Comedy About Love' review: Starry Broadway show's a big waste of money

The Broadway show "All In: Comedy About Love" disappoints by offering a staged reading rather than a substantive comedy experience.
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

amBroadway | Back to the Future' to close, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' trims runtime and more | amNewYork

Back to the Future's Broadway musical adaptation is closing early due to financial struggles despite an initially strong performance and a celebratory event.
The adaptation was criticized for being a shallow tribute to the original movie, leveraging nostalgia without achieving depth.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Film

'Good Night, and Good Luck' review: George Clooney makes his Broadway debut in a sleepy newsroom play

George Clooney's Broadway debut in 'Good Night, and Good Luck' is visually impressive but ultimately lacking depth and impact.
fromVulture
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Sit-Down Comedy of All In

All In: Comedy About Love is an expensive staged reading rather than a full Broadway production, misleading potential audiences.
more#broadway
NYC music
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'Buena Vista Social Club' review: Electrifying Cuban music and dance on Broadway

The musical 'Buena Vista Social Club' captures the essence of Cuba through music and dance, overshadowing a cliched narrative.
SF LGBT
fromMedium
1 month ago

SF Oasis brings back 'Fresh Prince'- and yes, there's a Carlton dance

Oasis revives Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, blending nostalgia with contemporary empowerment through Black representation.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

If you fancy glitz, hilarity, talent, and smiling go and see SIX The Musical

SIX The Musical captivates audiences with powerful performances, catchy songs, and a unique retelling of Henry VIII's wives' stories.
#fallen-angels
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Curtain Calls: Old flame ignites romantic comedy Fallen Angels' in Berkeley

"Fallen Angels" humorously explores love complexities, showcasing strong female characters while reflecting on past censorship from England's Lord Chamberlain.
from48 hills
5 months ago
Writing

Top-notch cast and perfect timing bring cascades of laughter in 'Fallen Angels' - 48 hills

Noël Coward's play 'Fallen Angels' remains deeply relevant and stimulating, exploring relationship dynamics with a fresh and modernized perspective.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Curtain Calls: Old flame ignites romantic comedy Fallen Angels' in Berkeley

"Fallen Angels" humorously explores love complexities, showcasing strong female characters while reflecting on past censorship from England's Lord Chamberlain.
from48 hills
5 months ago
Writing

Top-notch cast and perfect timing bring cascades of laughter in 'Fallen Angels' - 48 hills

Noël Coward's play 'Fallen Angels' remains deeply relevant and stimulating, exploring relationship dynamics with a fresh and modernized perspective.
more#fallen-angels
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
East Bay (California)

Review: Inspector Calls' in San Jose puts a rich, arrogant family on trial

The Birlings' arrogance and privilege are challenged by Inspector Goole, exposing their complicity in the societal negligence leading to a tragic suicide.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
Writing

'Hills of California' review: A cutthroat new stage mother on Broadway

Both 'Gypsy' and 'The Hills of California' showcase complex mother-daughter relationships driven by the pursuit of fame, revealing critical societal observations about ambition.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
Digital life

Review: Roald Dahl Is Antisemitic, but Not a Cartoon Villain, in Giant'

Roald Dahl's controversial statements on Israel and Jewish identity in 1983 had a lasting impact on his reputation, explored in the play 'Giant'.
The play 'Giant' navigates the complexities of Dahl's character while addressing his anti-Semitic comments without excusing them.
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