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Theatre Review: Writers Theatre Stages Exemplary ‘Into the Woods’

Theatre Review: Writers Theatre Stages Exemplary ‘Into the Woods’

Sep 07, 2019 Features, Music News, Musical Theatre, Reviews 0

By Peter Thomas Ricci One of the marque pleasures of theater-going is experiencing new talent for the first time. As enjoyable as it is seeing veteran actors tackle new roles […]
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McCraney Shines in Steppenwolf’s Thrilling ‘Ms. Blakk’

McCraney Shines in Steppenwolf’s Thrilling ‘Ms. Blakk’

Jun 07, 2019 Features, Music News, Musical Theatre, Reviews 0

By Peter Thomas Ricci “Ms. Blakk for President,” the new Steppenwolf play from Tina Landau and the Oscar-winning playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney, is thrilling before it even properly begins:...
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Lookingglass’ “Frankenstein” a Thrilling Interpretation

Lookingglass’ “Frankenstein” a Thrilling Interpretation

May 28, 2019 Features, Music News, Musical Theatre, Reviews 0

By Peter Thomas Ricci Lookingglass Theatre’s production of “Moby Dick” – both in its 2016 world premiere and its 2017 re-staging – was among the most spectacular works of theater […]
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Writers’ “Next to Normal” a Moving Staging of an Important Work

Writers’ “Next to Normal” a Moving Staging of an Important Work

May 18, 2019 Features, Music News, Musical Theatre, Reviews 0

By Peter Thomas Ricci When “Next to Normal” debuted on Broadway in 2009, it enjoyed an uncommon level of success – three Tony awards, the Pulitzer Prize for drama, and […]
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Raven’s ‘Undeniable Sound’ a Brilliant Homage to Music’s Past

Raven’s ‘Undeniable Sound’ a Brilliant Homage to Music’s Past

May 17, 2019 Features, Music News, Musical Theatre, Reviews 0

By Peter Thomas Ricci Hank owns a bar – appropriately named Hank’s Bar – where he has jumpstarted the careers of some of rock music’s most notable acts. From The […]
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Lyric Delivers With Energetic, Vibrant ‘West Side Story’

Lyric Delivers With Energetic, Vibrant ‘West Side Story’

May 09, 2019 Features, Music News, Musical Theatre, Reviews 0

By Peter Thomas Ricci When I was a kid, I was a big fan of the ESPN program “Sportscenter.” In addition to the program’s fun anchors and deep sports coverage, […]
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