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In Shakespearean days, men played all the roles in theatrical productions; it was unseemly for women to be onstage. Times have changed and now both sexes appear in plays, so why would a noted … more

6/20/16

'Paramour'

If you’ve never seen a Cirque de Soleil show, you are in for something awesome. The acrobats make the stunts look so easy that the audience doesn’t realize how difficult they are. Established in … more

6/15/16

'Waitress'

Good theater is a feast for the senses, though usually sight and sound. The new musical "Waitress," based on the movie by Adrienne Shelly, goes one step further . . . more

Review by Elyse Trevers | 5/31/16

‘Long Day’s Journey Into Night” and ‘The Crucible’

What makes a classic? A story with characters and themes that touch the viewer. Two such classic plays have been revived this season on Broadway, Eugene O’ Neill’s Long Days’ Journey Into … more

5/13/16

'American Psycho'

Despite all its glitter, glamour and great bodies, the new Broadway musical American Psycho does not have mass appeal. It's not the kind of show one might recommend to out-of-town visitors unless … more

5/3/16

‘The Father’ and ‘Head of Passes’

Some people avoid “heavy” theater. They prefer lighter fare - laughs and music. However, if they skip two of the newer plays this season, they will miss two superb performances. The … more

4/22/16

Children’s Theater

Take them early and often. That’s how to get kids to love theater. It’s even better when the shows are based on familiar children’s stories. In NYC, at the intimate 47th Street … more

By Elyse Trevers | 4/22/16

‘Dry Powder’

There they were — less than 30 feet away — three performers I had only known through the magic of television. The intense Claire Danes (Homeland), affable John Krasinski (The Office) and … more

4/15/16

‘Eclipsed’ and ‘Bright Star’

Two superb performers are making their Broadway debuts this season. Lupita Nyong’o (“Twelve Years s Slave”) stars in Eclipsed, the engrossing drama about four captive Liberian women. Carmen … more

4/11/16

‘Disaster!’

Over the last 50 years there has been a spate of disaster movies involving all sorts of catastrophes, including avalanches, tornadoes, sinking ships, epidemics, creatures and even aliens. Thankfully, … more

3/23/16

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