Category Archives: HERE HOUSTON-Lifestyle & Entertainment

A Miraculous ALADDIN from Houston Ballet

Posted on February 22, 2014 by The People's Critic

There are moments in life when, if we are very lucky, we find ourselves in the presence of artistic brilliance of such a high order that the stunning result seems almost beyond comprehension. Such is the case with Houston Ballet’s … Continue reading →

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GHOST is Haunted by Audio Excesses at Hobby Center

Posted on February 21, 2014 by The People's Critic

On rare occasions I have the inclination to paraphrase President Richard Nixon who once infamously declared: “I am not a crook.” In my own case, as I reflect on my work as a critic, allow me to simply say, “I … Continue reading →

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Ensemble Excellence Anchors ADP’s “Diary of Anne Frank”

Posted on February 13, 2014 by The People's Critic

My recent first visit to see the A.D. Players was long over-due. My friend Ray from New York had spent much time in Houston, and he had told me some time ago about this marvelous troupe while recommending I check … Continue reading →

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A Stunning Sellout for The Players’ SOUTH PACIFIC

Posted on September 19, 2013 by The People's Critic

YourHoustonNews.com_9-19-13 Until recently some important family matters had kept me away from the delights of the Conroe theatre scene for over a year. What a pleasure to discover, upon my return, that sold-out houses for that same theatre scene were … Continue reading →

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Symphony Brings Fine Music and Fine Wines to Pavilion

Posted on September 19, 2013 by The People's Critic

It was back in the 1980’s of another century that I had the good fortune to spend two pleasant summers visiting the cliff side home of a good friend on the southern coast of Spain, surrounded there by magnificent views … Continue reading →

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TOMMY TUNE AWARDS: Young Actors Shine As Two Head For Broadway

Posted on April 19, 2012 by The People's Critic

 www.HereHouston.com_May 2, 2012 Published in 1940, the title of a Thomas Wolfe novel suggests “You Can’t Go Home Again.” But perhaps you can. It was a homecoming of sorts at the recent 10th anniversary Tommy Tune Awards presented in the … Continue reading →

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“Tapestry” Premiere Anchors Houston Ballet’s ROCK, ROLL & TUTUS

Posted on March 14, 2012 by The People's Critic

HereHouston.com_3-14-2012 If the title of Houston Ballet’s current production, ROCK, ROLL & TUTUS, seemed a bit silly, the dance artistry displayed on Opening Night certainly was not. The first of the program’s three segments was the World Premiere of company … Continue reading →

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An Elegant Eliza Anchors Masquerade’s MY FAIR LADY

Posted on December 21, 2011 by The People's Critic

HERE_Houston_12-14-2011 Many decades have passed since I had the pleasure of playing Henry Higgins in our high school production of George Bernard Shaw’s classic comedy, Pygmalion. I could not have guessed then that I would one day be honored with … Continue reading →

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Houston Ballet’s Joyful NUTCRACKER Exceeds Expectations

Posted on November 30, 2011 by The People's Critic

HereHOUSTON.COM_11-30-2011 [ NOTE: All included Opening Night photos by Amitava Sarkar.] From a dance company as renowned as the Houston Ballet, one could expect no less than a splendid NUTCRACKER for the Christmas season. I have seen numerous productions of … Continue reading →

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