Criticism

THEATER REVIEW: Love in the Midst of War in South Pacific

In the opening moments of South Pacific at Walnut Street Theatre, the orchestra plays the intoxicating strains of “Bali H’ai” as we watch a […]

Stephen Frears’ film isn’t a great movie, but it’s a sweet and surprisingly touching one.

Ambiguity surrounds Louis CK’s self-produced Horace and Pete — what is it exactly?

Ray Didinger’s play, a natural fit for Philly sports fans, is always enjoyable, but not often more than that.

Pablo Heras-Casado led a propulsive performance that made a strong case for Beethoven’s problematic opera.

Charles Busch’s delectable theatrical fantasia, on stage at Bucks County Playhouse, sends up beloved movies with skill, affection, and impish glee.

Ginger Dayle’s heartfelt work-in-progress has gotten more attention than perhaps even its creator wants.

Orbiter 3’s latest premiere is Emily Acker’s ambitious, sometimes effective, but not altogether cohesive play.

A listless concert staging proved that this one-off Rodgers & Sondheim collaboration doesn’t need a revival.

Bock, Harnick and Masteroff’s superb show is not a “musical comedy” — so why is it performed like one?