Philadelphia

THEATER REVIEW: Art and Identity in 36 Views at Lantern

Naomi Iizuka’s complex play, in a visually beautiful production, is a mixed bag.

Lucas Hnath’s slight but provocative play is entertainingly done at Philadelphia Theatre Company.

At Bucks County Playhouse, Robert Harling’s formulaic script is made more enjoyable by a terrific cast.

Superb direction and a blue-chip cast in a beautiful, heartfelt, and visually glorious production.

As a play, Ballad has flaws; as a community experience, it’s overwhelming.

Lucas Hnath’s bold, beautifully nuanced play in a pitch-perfect production.

Considerable moment-to-moment power here is stronger than the big picture.

The energetic, high-wattage ensemble isn’t an optimal fit for this dark-tinged show about life on the margins.

A crowd pleasing, musically expert production of Donizetti’s delightful comedy closes the season in style.

Laura Eason’s play, a mix of serious themes and meet-cute glibness, is simultaneously overwrought and undercooked.