Friday, June 24 2011
Out of the Desert, Into Drag: An Encounter with Priscilla the Queen
Unlike the mock enthusiasm, he had prepared prior to the show, our writer found that he genuinely loved his first Broadway experience.
Friday, June 10 2011
Despite many bright notes, theater in New York seems to be having an identity crisis
Thursday, June 2 2011
Kanye West = Batman? Five Perfect Broadway Superhero Musicals We’d Like to See
If only the creators of the Spiderman musical had chosen Elvis Costello instead of U2 to create Spidey's soundtrack... While we're at it, here are some ideas for Broadway's next pack of superhero shows.
Tuesday, January 18 2011
To Sir, With Love?: ‘Glee’s’ Will Schuester Problem
In its second season, Glee finds itself facing its biggest challenge: what do do with Will Schuester? To solve the problem, the writers might need to do more than simply state that the adviser for New Directions is a good guy.
Friday, November 12 2010
‘Sondheim! The Birthday Concert’: A Suitable Celebration for One of the Giants of Musical Theatre
This is Broadway at its best -- alive, glittering, and absolutely thrilling -- in tribute to one of its creative geniuses, Stephen Sondheim. The talented cast includes many from the original roles, and the songs are as fresh as ever.
Thursday, February 11 2010
Streamers
This film is a smoldering evisceration of male hypocrisy, pretense, racial anxiety, and sexual panic that would give Neil LaBute pause.
Friday, January 29 2010
Passing Strange
A melding of serious drama, sarcastic humor, and brash power pop attitude, this marks a watershed moment in the life of a musical adventurer who has yet to bask in the spotlight.
