George Frideric Handel’s “Messiah” is an annual tradition for many at this time of year, and the largest production in our area was held this past weekend in two stunning performances at Strathmore Mu…
Opposites join forces in ‘We Are In A Play!’
Opposites attract in the friendship of Gerald the Elephant and Piggie. Gerald is the introspective worrier, whereas Piggie is a carefree, happy-go-lucky explorer who is open to new adventures. They ar…
‘Cabaret’ performance examines Berlin’s response to rise of Nazis
The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing. There is disagreement about who said this, but that complicity with evil is at the heart of “Cabaret,” the mega-hit music…
‘Seussical the Musical’ arrives at ATMTC
One of Dr. Seuss’ most iconic stories is “Horton Hears a Who!” which is also the primary basis of “Seussical the Musical,” the on-the-road version of the earlier musical just called “Seussical.” A sun…
Dark humor surrounds Highwood Theatre’s ‘Sweeney Todd’
“Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” is a complicated mix: funny, dark, mysterious, gory and ultimately tragic, with multi-faceted lead characters. In other words, it is not a musical easi…
Young cast triumph in KAT Second Stage’s ‘Shrek Jr.’ production
Fairy tales – whether old or new – generally have a moral. When it comes to “Shrek” the story of an ogre who wins a princess and acceptance for his group of outsiders, that moral is about inclusion fo…
Inspiring ‘Titanic’ musical reprised by students at Highwood Theatre
Many ships have sunk, but few nautical disasters have captured the world’s imagination as much as the Titanic. The luxury ship, considered “unsinkable,” hit an iceberg on its maiden voyage from South…
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s tale of love amidst war comes to Olney Theatre
Rehearsal of “There is Nothing Like a Dame” with star Jessica Lauren Ball from the classic musical “South Pacific,” coming to Olney Theatre Center. COURTESY PHOTO Every actor has a dream role, said…
Highwood Theatre presents student productions of musicals ‘Godspell’ and ‘My Fair Lady’
Students rehearse for the musical “Godspell,” one of Highwood Theatre’s summer productions. COURTESY PHOTO Summer may be overall slow, but Highwood Theatre is gearing up for two student musical…
That rabbit is dynamite! – Nevermind the unladen swallow
If you’re looking for light entertainment, catch the last show (July 23) of “Spamalot,” the current offering of the Rockville Musical Theatre.
The show earned 14 Tony nominations when it came to Broad…
