Greer Firestone

Greer Firestone

Greer Firestone has been reviewing professional theatre for 35 years. As a playwright he wrote and produced JUDY GARLAND "World's Greatest Entertainer" at the Grand Opera House in Wilmington DE. While the show was in March 2019, Greer wishes to thank Renee for her fervent promotion. He has now prepared the show either for a national/international tour of for licensing to Performing Arts Centers.Visit the site for more information. 

Firestone will be taking over a vacant Hollister retail store in Concord Mall (DE) and creating CONCORD MALL PLAYHOUSE, a live performing arts venue.

He founded and directs a non-profit - Heart In The Game - to give FREE EKG screenings to DE students. During the events,training in CPR/AED is administered. The mission is to make DE the "Heart Healthiest" state!




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First Show:

Richard Kiley in MAN OF LA MANCHA

Favorite Show:

Something Wicked This Way Comes

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MOST POPULAR ARTICLES

Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Candlelight Music Theatre
Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Candlelight Music Theatre
March 25, 2024

What did our critic think of TCandlelight Music Theatre normally plays it safe when scheduling a season. That’s’ why Aisle Say was surprised that “THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD” was part of this year’s season. And more so for the musical was written by Rupert Holmes, whose most prominent claim to fame was his #1 Billboard hit, the romantically funny tune, “The Pina Colada Song”. (To give Holmes his due, the musical won the Tony for Best Musical in 1986).HE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Candlelight Music Theatre?

Review: HELLO DOLLY! at Candlelight Music Theatre
Review: HELLO DOLLY! at Candlelight Music Theatre
January 29, 2024

Hello Dolly! Opened on Broadway in 1964 with the irrepressible, wide-eyed, charismatic Carol Channing in the title role, winning 10 Tony’s including Best Musical and Best Actress for Channing. The show was her signature and, to understate, she held it close. An understudy once remarked that she was looking forward to subbing in for her. “Don’t hold your breath, sister”. Channing played the part over 5000 times.

Review: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? at Walnut Street Theatre
Review: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? at Walnut Street Theatre
January 26, 2024

It’s 23 years into George and Martha’s minefield marriage, and passion has long since cooled into contempt The play is a cruel and competitive game of escalating insults between career-stalled history professor George (a riveting Greg Wood) and Martha (a boozy and absolutely compelling Susan Riley Stevens),

Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE at Candlelight Music Theatre
Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE at Candlelight Music Theatre
November 27, 2023

Aisle Say considers something we’ve all thought about it. During episodes of grave doubt and seemingly unrelenting anxiety – whether it be family or financial or health – we have considered maybe the world would be a better place if we had not been born.

Interview: Brynne Smith of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS at The Playhouse
Interview: Brynne Smith of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS at The Playhouse
November 16, 2023

Aisle Say has interviewed tens of actors prior to their tour landing at The Playhouse. My chat with Brynne Smith-Jenkins, however, is a first. Never before had I spoken with an actor who had just left rehearsal for a show opening here tomorrow November 17 through the 20th. Not in recent years has a tour originated here. That exciting. And, there will be even more excitement on stage with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS.

Review: IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT at Resident Ensemble Players
Review: IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT at Resident Ensemble Players
November 13, 2023

Aisle Say has had the privilege of reviewing this staggering talented ensemble since 2008. Still do I remember their second show of the season, THE IMAGINARY INVALID. Forever imprinted in my mind are the enema gloves of Michael Gotch and Mic Matarrese. These two actors and many of their colleagues from the PTTP Masters Program remain today, representing the culture that founder and now retired Sandy Robbins created.

Interview: Joshua Kring of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL at The Playhouse
Interview: Joshua Kring of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL at The Playhouse
October 10, 2023

Aisle Say chatted with Joshua Kring, an actor from PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical, embarking on a 3 day tour at The Playhouse on October 13-15. The composer is Bryan Adams, yes that Bryan Adams, pop rock icon of “Summer of ‘69”, “(Everything I Do) I Do For You”. The creative team is a powerhouse of Tony Award winner Director/Choreographer Jerry Mitchell and book writer, the legendary Garry Marshall, who directed the film.

Review: INTO THE WOODS at Candlelight Music Theatre
Review: INTO THE WOODS at Candlelight Music Theatre
September 27, 2023

Candlelight Theatre continues to astound. While regional professional theatres are going from six week runs to three (see DE Theatre Co), the funky old barn in the bowels of sylvan Arden continues to welcome sold out crowds for a full six.

Review: SOUND OF MUSIC at Candlelight Music Theatre
Review: SOUND OF MUSIC at Candlelight Music Theatre
July 20, 2023

What did our critic think of SOThe Preludium (i.e. prelude) begins Candlelight Music Theatre’s Sound of Music. Sung in Latin and – one must believe – meticulously rehearsed by Music Director Douglass Lutz and Sisters Margaretta (Neena Boyle) Berte (Lindsey Grant), Sophia (Leah Senseney) and Mother Abbess (Audra Casebier). Their harmonies were beatific; appropriate to their cloistered domicile.ND OF MUSIC at Candlelight Music Theatre?

Review: FREAKY FRIDAY at Wilmington Drama League
Review: FREAKY FRIDAY at Wilmington Drama League
June 15, 2023

Community theatre is where it all begins. Children attain their first production in community theater; life experiences never to be forgotten. A nurturing Mom and Dad could say, “Hey, why not try this. It’s a cool.” Or a friend might comment, “Hey, I auditioned for this show. Come on. Let’s have fun. Let’s do this together.” Some are pulled in. And, if so entranced by the excitement of performing, the supercharged atmosphere of opening night and the culture of the venue, well…the theatrical ‘beast’ explodes and remains within them for the rest of their lives. Yes, theatre people are different. I know that. You know that.

Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA at Delaware Theatre Company
Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA at Delaware Theatre Company
April 24, 2023

Matt Silva’s first foray into two leadership roles: Artistic Director and Stage Director of DTC, resulted with an inspiring and majestic MAN OF LA MANCHA at Delaware Theatre Co.

Review: I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE at Candlelight Music Theatre
Review: I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE at Candlelight Music Theatre
April 28, 2023

What dAisle Say was a trifle surprised at the first dialogue interchange of I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, the current production at Candlelight. It was risqué, somewhat risk-taking from the norm, owing to the senior citizen demographics of their audience.id our critic think of I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE at Candlelight Music Theatre?

Review: SISTER ACT at Candlelight Music Theatre
Review: SISTER ACT at Candlelight Music Theatre
February 27, 2023

Having the privilege of reviewing Candlelight Theatre for years, the once community theatre has morphed into a fully professional troupe. Over the past 3 years, Aisle Say has witnessed productions there that absolutely rival non-equity touring shows staged at The Playhouse.

Previews: ANASTASIA at The Playhouse
Previews: ANASTASIA at The Playhouse
February 1, 2023

Wilmington resident and theatre veteran Gerri Weagraff comes to The Playhouse as the Dowager Empress in the national tour of ANASTASIA. Six performances from February 9 – 12. Music and lyrics are by the award-winning team of Flaherty and Ahrens (RAGTIME, SUESSICAL THE MUSICAL and ONCE ON THIS ISLAND) with a book written by Broadway legend Terrance McNally.

Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Candlelight Music Theatre
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at Candlelight Music Theatre
November 28, 2022

After a stellar run of showstoppers and extraordinary, electric entertainment in 2022, Candlelight returns to the seasonal theme of sentimental and saccharine with Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS The Musical. Sentimentality and nostalgia are good. And, the venue is to be applauded for staging this show. It’s good box office. IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMA at Candlelight Music Theatre.

Previews: HAIRSPRAY at The Playhouse
Previews: HAIRSPRAY at The Playhouse
November 21, 2022

When it opened on Broadway in 2002, HAIRSPRAY won an extraordinary eight Tony awards. Its popularity has never waned and the tour will visit The Playhouse on December 1-4.

Review: MEMPHIS at Candlelight Music Theatre
Review: MEMPHIS at Candlelight Music Theatre
October 9, 2022

What did our critic think oHockadoo! MEMPHIS, The Musical, running at Candlelight through October 30, is a compelling show in many respects. Memphis is the story of Huey Calhoun (loosely based on real-life 1950s disc jockey Dewey Phillips) and his mission to bring blues and soul music to a white southern audience in a VERY segregated Memphis. Huey optimistically believes that music can transcend race, and with him on his journey is aspiring singer Felicia Farrell. The two fall in love, but must contend with social barriers, a prejudiced mother, and an overprotective brother. f MEMPHIS at Candlelight Music Theatre?

Interview: Payton Reilly from TOOTSIE at The Playhouse
Interview: Payton Reilly from TOOTSIE at The Playhouse
October 2, 2022

It was with some trepidation that I began my interview with Payton Reilly, star of TOOTSIE, the musical set to begin a 3 day run at The Playhouse on October 6. One of Payton’s acting credits was an off Broadway production of WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO. How does one prepare for this? Is there a language of wongoise?

Feature: DE ROCK N ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION at The Baby Grand
Feature: DE ROCK N ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION at The Baby Grand
September 12, 2022

Back in 2016, it only took a Facebook page to show that everyone wanted to 'keep the faith with the music, the faces and the memories'. The quote is from Paula Wolkind, Executive Director of Delaware Rock and Roll Society Hall of Fame. Her husband, George serves as President. The 501©3 non-profit is gearing up for an induction ceremony on Sunday October 9 at the baby grand @ 2pm.

Review: SWEET CHARITY at Candlelight Music Theatre
Review: SWEET CHARITY at Candlelight Music Theatre
July 24, 2022

What did our critic think As a 5 decade long advocate for Candlelight Dinner Theatre, first as actor and then as reviewer, it is immensely gratifying to witness that not only have they survived but prospered over these years. They pay their actors and creative crew only a stipend. To a man/woman, “they do it for love”. Having been in tens of theatres over the years, no company exhibits the consistent joy and passion as do those that grace Candlelight’s stage. The packed house on opening night of SWEET CHARITY felt that vibe.of SWEET CHARITY at Candlelight Music Theatre?



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