Tag Archives: New York

TRIXIE MEETS THE TEXANS AT THE LAMBS

Posted on October 5, 2017 by The People's Critic

[Click any photo to enlarge] It was yet another recent weekly night of “Low Jinks” fun for America’s oldest theatrical club, The Lambs, established in 1874. (https://the-lambs.org/) It had been ten years earlier when your humble correspondent had first invited … Continue reading →

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Crighton’s BLITHE SPIRIT is a Ghostly Affair

Posted on September 14, 2016 by The People's Critic

[Click any photo to enlarge] After a pleasant summer visiting family and friends in the generally cooler northeast regions of New York and New England, and despite the lingering summer heat and humidity of the Lone Star State, it was … Continue reading →

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Beware of Missing THE DORY PREVIN STORY

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

An end-of-year musical treasure I discovered this past weekend is Beware of Young Girls: Kate Dimbleby Sings the Dory Previn Story, now playing at 59E59 Theaters. Created and performed by Kate Dimbleby, written with Amy Rosenthal, and directed by Cal … Continue reading →

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“LE JAZZ” is Oh-So-Hot at 59E59 Theaters

Posted on December 17, 2013 by The People's Critic

 For those of us fortunate enough to have seen 2012’s The Anderson Twins Play the Fabulous Dorseys*, it would come as no surprise that the lads’ latest offering at Manhattan’s trendy 59E59 Theaters would be packed with dazzling musicianship. For … Continue reading →

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AN ANNIVERSARY CONSPIRACY FOR JFK

Posted on November 22, 2013 by The People's Critic

NEW YORK 11-22-13 On this date, just exactly 50 years ago, I was a student at The University of Texas in Austin and preparing to join several friends that very afternoon for a little trip out to Austin Airport where … Continue reading →

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A Very Choice “HOBSON” at Shetler Theatre 54

Posted on August 12, 2013 by The People's Critic

For theatergoers who can move quickly there is a rare and limited opportunity this week at the Shetler Theatre just off Broadway. The play in question, Harold Brighouse’s comedy, Hobson’s Choice, is very close to the 100th anniversary of its … Continue reading →

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Loneliness, Passion, and Lust, Find Elegance in FOREVER TANGO

Posted on August 8, 2013 by The People's Critic

From its 1994 San Francisco inception to its various Broadway runs in 1997, 2004, and now, 2013, Luis Bravo’s FOREVER TANGO has always brought dazzling dance excitement to the stage. This latest edition runs through September 15, 2013 and brings … Continue reading →

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There’s a New Game in Town: Don’t Miss It!

Posted on August 5, 2013 by The People's Critic

“Take me out to the ballgame, take me out with the crowd…” On the other hand, why not just head over to the 59E59 Theaters to enjoy what may well be more satisfying baseball than anything currently being offered up … Continue reading →

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AN UNUSUAL MUSICAL JOURNEY AT 59E59

Posted on May 6, 2013 by The People's Critic

The 59E59 Theaters comprise one of Manhattan’s most sophisticated and active theatrical venues. It is no surprise then, to find very unique offerings being showcased there for New York’s busy theatre scene. Such is certainly the case with the current … Continue reading →

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Taking a “Page” From American Pop Music History

Posted on December 21, 2012 by The People's Critic

Like many New Yorkers, my world has not been untouched by the still ongoing effects of the now notorious Hurricane Sandy, which, for some time, have sidelined my work as a critic. For my return to the fold, I tried … Continue reading →

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