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BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at McCarter Theatre is a Brilliant Production of the T Photo BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at McCarter Theatre is a Brilliant Production of the Timeless Classic
by Marina Kennedy - December 14, 2018

'Tis the season to be merry and there's no better way than gathering friends and family to enjoy the best in entertainment. McCarter Theatre is now presenting Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol,' wonderfully directed by Adam Immerwahr....

BWW Review: A WINTER'S TALE at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ is a Vibrant Holiday Pro Photo BWW Review: A WINTER'S TALE at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ is a Vibrant Holiday Production
by Marina Kennedy - December 12, 2018

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is now presenting their marvelous season's finale, 'The Winter's Tale' by William Shakespeare. With splendid direction by the Theatre's Artistic Director, Bonnie Monte, and an outstanding cast of thespians, this vibrant tale has a clever blend of reality and fan...

BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Chatham Playhouse Photo BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Chatham Playhouse
by Gina Zenyuch - December 08, 2018

The Chatham Players Proudly Presents The 30th Anniversary of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens...

BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Mile Square Theatre Hoboken Photo BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Mile Square Theatre Hoboken
by Adam Cohen - December 07, 2018

Amazing rendion of a holiday classic. Theater at it's finest and most moving, effective, engaging, crafty production....

BWW Review: BABES IN TOYLAND at The Growing Stage Charms Photo BWW Review: BABES IN TOYLAND at The Growing Stage Charms
by Marina Kennedy - December 05, 2018

'Babes in Toyland' is now showing at the Growing Stage Theatre in Netcong, NJ through December 16th. It's a wonderful production with something for kids of all ages....

BWW Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE-PART 2 at George Street Playhouse is a Captivating Family Photo BWW Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE-PART 2 at George Street Playhouse is a Captivating Family Saga
by Marina Kennedy - December 04, 2018

Here's the show we know our readers will want to see. George Street Playhouse is presenting 'A Doll's House, Part 2' by Lucas Hnath, masterfully directed by Betsy Aidem....

BWW Review: IRVING BERLIN'S HOLIDAY INN at Paper Mill Playhouse Dazzles-A Must-See f Photo BWW Review: IRVING BERLIN'S HOLIDAY INN at Paper Mill Playhouse Dazzles-A Must-See for this Season of Good Cheer
by Marina Kennedy - November 27, 2018

Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn is dazzling audiences at Paper Mill Playhouse. Recently seen on Broadway, this brilliant musical has a book by Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge. The production enjoys superb direction by Mr. Greenberg, inspired choreographies by Denis Jones, vibrant musical direction by Sh...

BWW Review: KING HEDLEY II by August Wilson at Two River Theater is a Powerful and E Photo BWW Review: KING HEDLEY II by August Wilson at Two River Theater is a Powerful and Emotive Drama
by Marina Kennedy - November 21, 2018

Two River Theater (TRT) is now presenting a stunning production of August Wilson's drama, King Hedley II through December 16. The show is expertly directed by the renowned actor and director, Brandon J. Dirden and features a cast that is ideal in their roles....

BWW Review: APPLES IN WINTER at Centenary Stage is a Compelling and Insightful One-Wo Photo BWW Review: APPLES IN WINTER at Centenary Stage is a Compelling and Insightful One-Woman Show
by Marina Kennedy - November 16, 2018

Centenary Stage Company continues their successful 20182019 theatrical season with the National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of Jennifer Fawcett's award-winning play Apples in Winter. The one-woman show features excellent direction by Mikaela Kafka and a stunning performance by Colleen Sm...

BWW Review: ANNIE at Axelrod Performing Arts Center Photo BWW Review: ANNIE at Axelrod Performing Arts Center
by Michael T. Mooney - November 05, 2018

Under the intimate warmth of the Axelrod footlights, Andrea McArdle capably delivers both her trademark Broadway-belt and a comic sense of desperation....

BWW REVIEW: Ritz Theatre's INTO THE WOODS…Charms Photo BWW REVIEW: Ritz Theatre's INTO THE WOODS…Charms
by Pati Buehler - November 04, 2018

Be careful what you wish for. You might just find magic in the Woods…or not!...

BWW Review: CHARLEYS AUNT at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ is a Comedic Jewel Photo BWW Review: CHARLEYS AUNT at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ is a Comedic Jewel
by Marina Kennedy - October 30, 2018

Treat yourself to the comedic jewel of the fall theatre season. Charley's Aunt by Brandon Thomas is now being performed at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. With the creative, clever direction of Joe Discher and a cast that is ideal in their roles, you'll be laughing out loud at the situations ...

BWW Review/Interview: GRAHAM ALEXANDER and THE VAULT Photo BWW Review/Interview: GRAHAM ALEXANDER and THE VAULT
by Pati Buehler - October 29, 2018

The Town of Berlin may be small but it's sporting some really BIG talent in a really cool spot....

BWW Review: PIRIRA by J. Stephen Brantley and Directed by Ari Laura Kreith at Luna St Photo BWW Review: PIRIRA by J. Stephen Brantley and Directed by Ari Laura Kreith at Luna Stage
by Marina Kennedy - October 24, 2018

Pirira by J. Stephen Brantley opens Luna Stage's 2018-19 season with a bang. Under the new leadership of Ari Laura Kreith (who directed the production) Pirira continues and expands Luna's commitment to timely plays where social justice is an undercurrent....

BWW Review: THE TRIAL OF DONNA CAINE at GSP is an Engrossing Courtroom Drama Photo BWW Review: THE TRIAL OF DONNA CAINE at GSP is an Engrossing Courtroom Drama
by Marina Kennedy - October 22, 2018

George Street Playhouse (GSP) opens their 20182019 season with Walter Anderson's 'The Trial of Donna Caine,' directed by the Playhouse's Artistic Director, David Saint.Metro area audiences are fortunate to have The Trial of Donna Caine on the New Brunswick stage. Get your tickets and make it a part ...

BWW Review: WOLF AT THE DOOR at NJ Rep is a Mystical and Mesmerizing New Play Photo BWW Review: WOLF AT THE DOOR at NJ Rep is a Mystical and Mesmerizing New Play
by Marina Kennedy - October 20, 2018

A very distinctive production is now on stage at New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep). The world premiere of Marisela Trevino Orta's Wolf at the Door, exquisitely directed by Daniel Jaquez, is now being presented through November 18....

BWW Review: DRACULA at Centenary Stage Company is an Outstanding Production of a Thr Photo BWW Review: DRACULA at Centenary Stage Company is an Outstanding Production of a Thrilling Classic
by Marina Kennedy - October 19, 2018

The timing is perfect. In this Halloween season of chills and thrills, Centenary Stage Company is presenting an exceptional production of Bram Stoker's 1897 Gothic horror story, Dracula, adapted and directed by Charles Morey....

DETROIT '67 at McCarter - A Family's Pivotal Summer in the Motor City! Photo DETROIT '67 at McCarter - A Family's Pivotal Summer in the Motor City!
by Sarah Vander Schaaff - October 18, 2018

DETROIT '67 is part of Morisseau's 'The Detroit Project,' a 3-play cycle inspired by her connection to the city. This production's story, said director Jade King Caroll, is grounded in family. No matter what might be happening in the world outside, 'you always have your family,' she said....

BWW Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at The Growing Stage Photo BWW Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at The Growing Stage
by Jaclyn Layman - October 17, 2018

The Growing Stage presents a delightful production of The Wizard of Oz in Netcong, New Jersey....

BWW Review: BLACK TOM ISLAND at Premiere Stages is an Emotive and Excellent Historica Photo BWW Review: BLACK TOM ISLAND at Premiere Stages is an Emotive and Excellent Historical Play
by Marina Kennedy - October 16, 2018

Martin Casella's world premiere play, 'Black Tom Island' is now being performed by Premiere Stages through October 21 at the 1882 Carriage House of Liberty Hall Museum on the Kean University Campus. With the inspired direction of Premiere Stages' Producing Artistic Director, John J. Wooten, history ...

BWW Review: DRACULA by InterAct Theatre Productions at The Baird Theatre Photo BWW Review: DRACULA by InterAct Theatre Productions at The Baird Theatre
by Gina Zenyuch - October 15, 2018

InterACT Theatre Productions presents Bram Stoker's "Dracula," adapted by Steven Dietz....

BWW Review: OTHER DESERT CITIES at The Chatham Playhouse Photo BWW Review: OTHER DESERT CITIES at The Chatham Playhouse
by Gina Zenyuch - October 14, 2018

Chatham Community Players Presents 'Other Desert Cities' written by Jon Robin Baitz....

BWW Review: Humanity Shines in a Graveyard in DEAD AND BURIED at Dreamcatchers Repert Photo BWW Review: Humanity Shines in a Graveyard in DEAD AND BURIED at Dreamcatchers Repertory Theatre
by Michael Vest - October 08, 2018

James McLindon's Dead and Buried meanders a bit, but unearths worthy treasures at its core....

BWW Review: SILENT SKY at East Lynne Theater Company Photo BWW Review: SILENT SKY at East Lynne Theater Company
by Donna Marie Nowak - October 09, 2018

SILENT SKY at East Lynne Theater Company is brilliant look at the big picture fueled by one woman's impassioned curiosity. It is the story of Henrietta Leavitt who helped determine the vastness and depth of the universe in an age when women at Harvard College Observatory, where she worked, were not...

BWW Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Paper Mill Playhouse is a Stirring and Powerful Music Photo BWW Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Paper Mill Playhouse is a Stirring and Powerful Musical
by Marina Kennedy - October 01, 2018

Paper Mill Playhouse is opening their 80th Anniversary season with a stirring musical production of The Color Purple that features brilliant direction and musical staging by Tony Award winner John Doyle with wonderful musical direction by Darryl Archibald. The show has a remarkable, stellar cast who...



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