Review
The Oscars and Women
Three movies with strong women roles were mostly overlooked. Why?
Feb 9th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
“Manchester” Is a Director’s Triumph
Despite Best Actor nod for Affleck, “Manchester By the Sea” is director Kenneth Lonergan’s movie.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Fences’ Offers Powerhouse Performances
As good as Denzel Washington is, Viola Davis is even better.
Feb 1st, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Hidden Figures’ Simplifies Racial Realities
But the feel-good, smash hit about black women NASA specialists has strong moments.
Jan 31st, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Crivello Makes Al McGuire Come Alive
Milwaukee native and Broadway actor returns for Rep’s ‘McGuire’ and nails it.
Jan 24th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep’s ‘Disgraced’ Is Powerful, Provocative
Play by Pulitzer-winner Ayad Akhtar, Brookfield Central grad, is wowing audiences.
Jan 23rd, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant
New place in West Allis, The Farmer’s Wife, serves comfort food from the 1950s.
Jan 10th, 2017 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Pho Hai Tuyet a Vietnamese Treat
Located near the airport, it’s a tasty antidote to all the fast food joints.
Nov 28th, 2016 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Next Act’s Christmas Play Is Uneven
1950s Milwaukee radio setting is grabby, but acting is a tad flat.
Nov 22nd, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
We Need ‘La Cage’ More Than Ever
Skylight production of musical shows it’s still relevant -- and tons of fun.
Nov 21st, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
Not Your Typical Hotel Restaurant
Tre Rivali, in the Kimpton Hotel, is adventurous, but uneven.
Nov 14th, 2016 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
“Book of Mormon” is Funny, But…
It left me wondering 'is that all there is to a fire?’
Oct 28th, 2016 by Jim Cryns
