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