THEATER REVIEW: TouchTones, The Phone Sex Musical—Sorry, Wrong Number
This limp, by-the-numbers musical at the Arden lacks not only an erotic charge, but even general interest
In Arden Theatre’s Cabaret—Garter Belts, Nipples, and Oh, Yes… Nazis
The emphasis on louche sexual openness, meant to shock the audience, instead makes this production feel less dangerous.
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: In the Arden’s John, a Romantic Weekend Turns Harrowing
This often enjoyable production doesn’t fully capture the play’s sublime, disquieting oddness.
THEATER REVIEW: Arden’s A Year With Frog and Toad Looks Better Than Ever
After the battering year we’ve had, the sweet hopefulness of the show could not be more welcome.
THEATER REVIEW: The Legend of Georgia McBride at the Arden is Drag 101
Matthew Lopez’s middle-of-the-road comedy doesn’t get below the surface sparkle.
THEATER REVIEW: Stupid Fucking Bird — Dumb Title, Fine Play
The Arden’s sometimes wonderful riff on Chekhov is far subtler than it sounds.
THEATER REVIEW: Magic Reigns in The Secret Garden at Arden Theatre
Superb direction and a blue-chip cast in a beautiful, heartfelt, and visually glorious production.
THEATER REVIEW: Two Trains Running Is Electric at the Arden
In this gripping production, one of August Wilson’s less frequently produced plays looks instead like one of his greatest.
DF Reviews Funnyman (Arden Theatre Company)
Bruce Graham’s play, an over-plotted riff on the behind-the-scenes saga of Bert Lahr in Waiting for Godot, is nowhere near as good as the real story.
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