Theater
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‘The Mousetrap’ Is Polished and Professional
Nov 27th, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Famous Agatha Christie mystery gets a fun, smartly directed staging by Next Act.
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Ryback is Terrific as ‘Liberace’
Nov 22nd, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Bur MCT’s funny, dazzling, one-man show turns too dark and maudlin in second act.
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‘School Of Rock’ Is a Holiday Hit
Nov 21st, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Skylight's show is too long, but actor Joey Sanzaro and the ensemble of kids are tons of fun.
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Rep’s ‘Dial M For Murder’ Adds New Twists
Nov 20th, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Jeffrey Hatcher’s clever new adaptation gets strong acting and powerful second act.
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Milwaukee Rep Tries Adding Nonsense To The Nutcracker
Nov 7th, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
But does it work? Theater critic Dom Noth isn't sold.
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‘Witch’ Is a Stitch
Oct 23rd, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Renaissance offers darkly funny, episodic update of 17th century fable pitting the devil against a witch.
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Skylight’s ‘Candide’ Is a Marvel
Oct 17th, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Maybe too much clever staging of Voltaire story, Bernstein music, but great singing, fine acting.
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All About Hip-Hop
Oct 2nd, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep’s ‘Parental Advisory’ is one of a kind show about hip-hop’s place in American culture.
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Next Act’s ‘Splash Hatch’ Is Potent Drama
Sep 27th, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Densely layered play with a quirky titie captures the dread and hopes of inner city life.
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‘Laughs in Spanish’ Rarely Delivers It
Sep 26th, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Comic whodunit plot with telenovela echoes gets uneven MCT production.
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‘Run Bambi Run’ Is a Spectacular Production
Sep 25th, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep’s new rock musical about Laurie Bembenek lacks depth, but pulsates with energy and attitude.
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‘Country Sunshine’ Is Packed With Songs
Sep 12th, 2023 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep's show mostly a concert with anecdotes, but lead songstress Katie Deal is the real deal.
