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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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A Royal “Affair” With Anger Management Through Song

Posted on June 18, 2014 by The People's Critic

The terrorism of the British tabloids is well remembered from such events as the abdication of King Edward VIII (in favor of his marriage to American socialite, Wallis Simpson), or the divorce of Prince Charles and Lady Diana (and the … 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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PRISCILLA Brings an Early Mardi Gras Parade to Houston

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

Old timers may recall a hit show of early television titled, “Queen For A Day.” Houston fun-seekers may want to hurry over and join the party at the Hobby Center for what one might now designate as, “Queen For A … Continue reading →

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Arsenic, Old Lace and Hilarity from Stage Right Players

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

Conroe_Courier_9-12-13 Want to have some fun? Want to roll in the aisles with laughter? Stage Right Players may have the answer for you at the Crighton Theatre with their uproarious current production of Joseph Kesselring’s comedy romp, Arsenic and Old … 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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Once Again for Class Act: ANYTHING GOES!

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

It is no secret that when the Class Act Productions company puts on a show, they pull out all the stops. As Director/Founder/Producer Keith Brumfield comments in his opening remarks for the printed program of the group’s latest show: “Professional … Continue reading →

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A 21st Century Ride “On the Twentieth Century”

Posted on July 2, 2012 by The People's Critic

It was a bumpy ride to be sure, and it was more than a year in the making for the Lone Star Lyric Theater Festival 2012 here in Houston. Celebrating its sixth exciting season under the leadership of founder / … Continue reading →

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TRAVELSTY Triumphs at The Music Box

Posted on May 17, 2012 by The People's Critic

YourHoustonNews.com   The summer travel season is fast approaching, and if gas prices are keeping you close to home, you may want to stay local and simply head over to Houston’s reigning musical comedy club, the MUSIC BOX THEATER, where you … Continue reading →

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