Reviewed by Robin Schwartzkopf At five foot three, as I stood next to the photo op silicone gator head I found out I’m just barely dinner for a giant alligator. I shouldn’t have felt bad – the kid after me was a…
Reviewed by Margaret Thompson Finally, a CharacterWorks production that I was completely familiar with. We had just watched the Disney version of Tarzan a few weeks ago, and when we arrived on opening night, I was proud to announce…
Reviewed by Karen Schwartzkopf I thought we were seeing Beyond the Rainbow: Garland at Carnegie Hall, a tribute playing at Swift Creek Mill, for the music. It turns out, while the music was extraordinary, the life lessons are…
Reviewed by Joan Tupponce When you think of blockbuster Broadway shows Wicked tops the list. And why wouldn’t it? It has powerhouse songs, intriguing costumes, exceptional lighting and actors that can raise the roof when they belt out a…
Reviewed by Joan Tupponce Television shows from the fifties like “Father Knows Best” portrayed the all-American family. Sure there were the occasional tiffs and everyday issues but everyone in the family got along. It was obvious that there was…
Reviewed by Joan Tupponce Fans of musicals and Shrek fans, I have just one thing to say: Make a beeline for Virginia Rep’s Shrek: The Musical. If you’re hesitating because you think it’s a kids’ show, think again.…
Reviewed by Sarah Lockwood Wittenberg, Henley Street Theatre and Richmond Shakespeare’s contribution to the Acts of Faith Festival, will spin you for a loop. The witty play is set in the small German town of Wittenberg, which is…
Reviewed by Karen Schwartzkopf While Life Could Be A Dream, the latest production from Swift Creek Mill Theatre, is set in a basement, this jukebox musical quickly lifts the audience waaaaay up, then transports us back in time. Away…
Reviewed by Josh Lockwood Part of the Acts of Faith Festival, Richmond Triangle Players’ one man-show Patti Issues, directed by Carol Piersol and starring Billy Christopher Maupin, is an absolutely fantastic experience. Maupin’s eighty-minute performance is truly breathtaking and mesmerizing.…
Reviewed by Karen Schwartzkopf Shrek: The Musical, the latest production from Virginia Rep now playing at the Children’s Theatre of Virginia, is a rare animal – family entertainment that’s fully loaded with laughs, memorable music, plus an inspired message…
