A curious feeling came over me as I left "Caught" the latest production of Hyde Park Theatre. Typically, when leaving a production, I have a general idea of the shape and character of a review, particular points I would bring up to give a reader an idea of what to expect from a work. "Caught", … Continue reading Hyde Park Theatre’s ‘Caught’ is an enigmatic, mentally demanding masterstroke
‘Small Steps’ is a bold, eccentric trip across the cosmos
One can tell early on that Small Steps is a labor of love, that everyone involved cares deeply about creating something truly special, and on the whole they succeed admirably. It overstays its welcome, stretching some scenes too thin, with jokes that don't always hit, but it's never short of audacious, original, and so uniquely itself. Like so much of Shrewd's work, its a singular experience that feeds a need that you won't find fulfilled elsewhere, and for that it's worth any missteps along the way.
“Wraith Radio” is a scrappy punk masterpiece
As Bottle Alley's fine fable of loss and grief played out, it felt less like a work of theatre and more like a communal ritual, a ceremonial rite bursting with youthful vigor and punk exuberance that left its audience sweat-drenched, tear-stained, and breathless.
New Seasons: Austin Playhouse
Austin Playhouse just announced their new 2022-2023 Season, and there are some real potential winners in the lineup, including a topical world premiere, an world-renowned drama, an acclaimed comedy, and a musical adaptation of one of the most beloved films of the 2000s. Let's take a quick look at each of the works announced thus … Continue reading New Seasons: Austin Playhouse
Bold casting choices make Broadway in Austin’s ‘Hamilton’ a whole new beast.
With Hamilton coming to a major streaming service, it's become a cultural touchstone available to millions worldwide, giving producer of the live show a decision to make. They could bring in similar performers and soundalikes and make plenty of money, or they could create new opportunities for performers to make these characters their own. For … Continue reading Bold casting choices make Broadway in Austin’s ‘Hamilton’ a whole new beast.
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