On today’s stage, the historical play is somewhat of a rare beast, especially in a town like Austin, where the modern pieces tend to reign. Writers David Mixner and Dennis Bailey look to buck this trend with “Jacob’s Ladder” a journey into the heart of World War II, where we meet a group of people … Continue reading ‘Jacob’s Ladder’ is a powerful historical look at the war at home
‘The Last Five Years’ is a heartbreaking, delicate piece of musical gorgeousness
In recent years, Jason Robert Brown's “The Last Five Years” has been getting a lot of attention, culminating in a major motion pictures starring Anna Kendrick, but before all that, some five years ago, Penfold Theatre brought forth their own production of the play, which garnered the fledgling company heavy praise, and as well as … Continue reading ‘The Last Five Years’ is a heartbreaking, delicate piece of musical gorgeousness
‘The Christians’: A thoughtful and confident examination of faith and compassion
Hyde Park has often presented works that turn the audience’s eyes towards society at large, and with their latest, they turn the camera on religion, but those expecting trenchant comedy or biting satire should perhaps go elsewhere. Lucas Hnath's “The Christians” is a heartbreaking examination of what it means to be a Christian, and the … Continue reading ‘The Christians’: A thoughtful and confident examination of faith and compassion
‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ is a swashbuckling and hilarious night of theatre
In the world of theatre, it's not too difficult to find a play that will enrich your soul, or tickle your emotions, but it's difficult to find a piece that's undeniably fun. Thankfully, Zach Theatre, led by award-winning director Michael Baron, has answered the call with a production of Rick Elice's “Peter and the Starcatcher”, … Continue reading ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ is a swashbuckling and hilarious night of theatre
‘The Mountaintop’ is a soulful, human look at Martin Luther King
As Martin Luther King Day has just passed, we find ourselves in the middle of a time when race has come to the forefront, making it the perfect time for Austin Playhouse to present their latest work, Katori Hall's "The Mountaintop", a look at the final hours in the life of Civil Rights leader Martin … Continue reading ‘The Mountaintop’ is a soulful, human look at Martin Luther King
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