THEATER REVIEW: In Tiny Dynamite’s Perfect Blue, Butterflies Are Far From Free
G. S. Warren’s entertaining futurist play is made extraordinary through its technology and production.
THEATER REVIEW: In Fun Home, The Days and Days that Make Up Our Lives
This extraordinary musical has virtuosity to spare—but what really shines is its humanity.
THEATER REVIEW: In Simpatico’s Hir, the Triumph of Chaos
If this is the future of American theater, count me in!
THEATER REVIEW: Uncle Vanya, Straddling Two Worlds
Ironically, Quintessence’s updated production works best when it’s most traditional.
THEATER REVIEW: In How to Use a Knife, Life in the Kitchen from Simmer to Boil
This rolling premiere production shows InterAct at the top of their game.
THEATRE REVIEW: In Making History, What Happened Vs. What’s Remembered
The talent of Philadelphia’s Irish Heritage Theatre continues to impress.
THEATER REVIEW: Gypsy at the Arden—Here She Is, Boys!
Terrence Nolen’s production packs some surprises, and has a treasurable Rose in Mary Martello.
THEATER REVIEW: Absolute Brightness Is Absolutely Terrific
James Lecesne’s virtuosic, moving one-man show ends PTC’s season on a high note.
Q&A with Broadway Legend Chita Rivera
On her upcoming appearance here with Seth Rudetsky, her performing history in Philadelphia, and (surprise!) … how polite the locals are.
THEATER REVIEW: In The Arsonists, Family Life from Fire to Embers
Jacqueline Goldfinger’s spellbinding new play honors centuries of theater in a voice that is distinctly her own.
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