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Review: KEN LUDWIG'S LEADING LADIES at the Palace Playhouse
by Sabrina Wallace - June 26, 2023

The production of Ken Ludwig’s Leading Ladies at the Palace Playhouse in Georgetown is an uproariously funny theatrical triumph. With impeccable comedic timing, an exceptional ensemble cast, and top-notch production values, Leading Ladies is a must-see production that will leave you roaring with lau...

Review: NOISES OFF at The Topher at Zach Theatre is BRILLIANT!
by Sabrina Wallace - June 21, 2023

Noises Off is a masterclass in timing and physical comedy. The precision with which the actors execute their slapstick routines and intricate movements is truly remarkable. The well-timed door slams, missed cues, and perfectly choreographed chaos complement a perfectly written script that has audien...

Review: BIG FISH at Austin Playhouse
by Sabrina Wallace - June 17, 2023

Big Fish at Austin Playhouse is a beautiful production that should not be missed. It explores themes of family, love, and the power of storytelling, all brought to life by a talented cast and creative team. Catch this enchanting show before it closes on July 2nd, 2023....

Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST At The City Theatre Delivers Delightful Satire!
by Sabrina Wallace - June 06, 2023

City Center Theatre's rendition of The Importance of Being Earnest successfully brings Victorian England to life through its set design, costumes, and charming performances. The play's clever humor and satire shine through the comedic portrayal of societal norms and the exploration of dual identitie...

Review: INDECENT at Austin Playhouse reminds us of the transformative power of theater
by Sabrina Wallace - May 10, 2023

Indecent at the Austin Playhouse is the kind of play that makes you fall in love with theater all over again. Run to see a masterpiece that is staged to perfection and tells a story that is emotional, meaningful, and a ton of fun!...

Review: TIDE at The Filigree Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - May 05, 2023

Tide at The Filigree Theatre showed directorial and artistic courage and compassion as Ms. Newman was able to deliver a play that purposely leaves much unanswered and unresolved. An enjoyable performance that makes me want to see what Ms. Newman will bring to the stage next season....

Review: CINDERELLA at Georgetown Palace Shines
by Lynn Beaver - April 30, 2023

There are few things that make me happier than entering a theatre packed with smiling, joyful audience members of all ages. CINDERELLA elicited laughter, joy and a heartfelt standing ovation the evening I attended....

Review: MOTHER OF THE MAID at Jarrott Productions
by Lynn Beaver - April 27, 2023

Jarrott Production's MOTHER OF THE MAID by Jane Anderson is currently playing at Ground Floor Theatre. Sadly this oddly clunky script is more puzzling than entertaining despite a valiant effort by the director, cast and crew....

Review: REVIEW: SELF PORTRAITS - Bottle Alley Theatre Wows With Wonderful Work
by Lynn Beaver - April 13, 2023

Bottle Alley Theatre prides itself on being a DIY theatre company, and they do it incredibly well. For their current production, SELF PORTRAITS, the company has a couple of tables laden with props, a couple of folding chairs, two tall stools, a canvas backdrop, and a small space for the actors to wo...

Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD at Bass Concert Hall
by Mackenzie Vance - March 29, 2023

Ain't Too Proud brings music and a startling reminder of humanity to Austin audiences. Incredible talent on display....

Review: Austin Opera - SWEENEY TODD: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street
by Lynn Beaver - January 29, 2023

Austin Opera presents one of the most iconic musicals in Broadway history, SWEENEY TODD: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street by the late, great Stephen Sondheim. In a departure from their usual fare of Bizet, Puccini or Verdi, this particular production marks the first time Austin Opera has performed a...

Review: Jarrott Productions - THE SOUND INSIDE - A Stunning Narrative
by Lynn Beaver - January 18, 2023

Jarrott Productions begins 2023 with another hit, the suspenseful narrative THE SOUND INSIDE by Adam Rapp. This beautiful, sometimes jarring, play follows the company’s former work featuring amazing talent and outstanding production values. ...

Review: TARTUFFE THE IMPOSTER at Texarkana Repertory Company
by Theresa Bertram - November 24, 2022

What did our critic think of TARTUFFE THE IMPOSTER at Texarkana Repertory Company?...

Review: THE OUTSIDER at The Rosette At The Baker Center
by Mackenzie Vance - October 03, 2022

The seven-member cast of The Outsider shines in this hilarious political comedy....

Review: THE INHERITANCE PART 2 at ZACH
by Joni Lorraine - September 23, 2022

We returned this week for Part 2 of ZACH's production of THE INHERITANCE. As I sat ensconced as comfortably as possible in my seat for Part 2, I felt the warmth of familiarity with the characters I'd come to know from Part 1 and thought to myself how lovely a well written serial piece might go over ...

Review: ANNA IN THE TROPICS at Ground Floor Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - August 25, 2022

What did our critic think of ANNA IN THE TROPICS at Ground Floor Theatre? Enter the Ground Floor Theatre and be transported to a much simpler time, 1929 Florida. Cigars are rolled by hand, families work the craft together, and workers are entertained by the sound of a “lector” - a reader. Can you s...

Review: The Stage Austin's HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH - A Magnificent Triumph
by Lynn Beaver - August 22, 2022

I urge you to grab your tickets for the final weekend before it’s completely sold out, it will be. HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH made its debut Off Broadway in 1998, an in-your-face rock musical with a non-hetero-normative central character that shocked audiences with its raw narrative. Looking back at...

Review: PREVIEWS OF DEPARTING ATTRACTIONS - A Theatrical Breath Of Fresh Air At Austin Playhouse
by Lynn Beaver - August 13, 2022

Lowell Bartholomee’s new work, PREVIEWS OF DEPARTING ATTRACTIONS is a theatrical breath of fresh air during our stifling August heat....

Review: SUNFLOWER Scottish Rite Musical Misses The Mark
by Lynn Beaver - August 04, 2022

SUNFLOWER with book and lyrics by Laura Guli and music and orchestration by Premila Mistry tries so hard to reach its target audience that it lacks focus on any one topic....

Review: MEAN GIRLS At Bass Concert Hall Is Ruthlessly Hilarious
by Lynn Beaver - August 04, 2022

Broadway In Austin brings the ruthlessly hilarious North American tour of Tina Fey’s MEAN GIRLS to Bass Concert Hall, where the theatre is cool and the show is hot, hot, hot!...

Review: THE DATING PROJECT - Summer Break Theatre Scores High Marks For Hilarity
by Lynn Beaver - July 20, 2022

Austin playwright Max Langert takes us through every painful, hilarious step of the online dating process in THE DATING PROJECT. Produced excellently by Summer Break Theatre, currently playing at Hyde Park Theatre, the show is a cool breeze in this endless summer heat....

Review: TALES OF A BLERD BALLERINA - Triumphant One Woman Show
by Lynn Beaver - July 16, 2022

TALES OF A BLERD BALLERINA is a supernova compared to the firecracker of other single actor shows....

Review: The stage is alive with THE SOUND OF MUSIC at ZACH Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - July 09, 2022

Despite the minor tweaks and modern aspects of the production, this is still the same classic musical that is suitable and enjoyable for the entire family. If you want to make the experience more unique and try that old acting bug, you can purchase table seats and learn how to Waltz with Max, Liesl,...

Review: Jarrott Productions' PET DICK - Laugh-Out-Loud Funny
by Lynn Beaver - July 05, 2022

What did our critic think? Jarrott Productions has produced another hit. PET DICK is an absolutely hilarious ‘audio documentary’ that will have everyone in stitches. This series is creative, laugh-out-loud funny and uses the world class vocal talents of some Austin’s best actors....

Review: Georgetown Palace's THE DROWSY CHAPERONE - Flawlessly Entertaining
by Lynn Beaver - June 30, 2022

What a complete joy it was to be so thoroughly entertained by a magnificent production at The Georgetown Palace Theatre’s Springer Stage. ...