by Shelley A. Sackett “The Children”. Written by Lucy Kirkwood. Directed by Bryn Boice. Scenic Design by Cristina Todesco; Costume Design by Rachel Padula-Shufelt; Lighting Design by Jeff Adelberg; Sound Design by David Remedios. Presented by SpeakEasy Stage Company, Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA, 537 Tremont Street, Boston through March 28. Playwright Lucy Kirkwood had…
National Tour of Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” Lands in Worcester
Reviewed by Tony Annicone The magical musical that is Hanover Theatre’s current National Tour of Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” brings us into the world of Willy Wonka, the world famous candy creator. Dahl wrote over 30 books throughout his career. This version is based on the author’s 1964 classic book and uses…
Nina Simone Journeys from Artist to Activist in MRT’s ‘Four Women’
By Mike Hoban ‘Nina Simone: Four Women’ – Written by Christina Ham. Directed by Kenneth L. Roberson; Christopher Rhoton, Scenic Designer; Michael Alan Stein, Costume Designer; Lee Fiskness, Lighting Designer; Lighting Designer Merrimack Repertory Theatre at the Nancy L. Donahue Theatre through March 8 If you’re anticipating a fawning musical love letter to jazz great…
“The Children” a Stunning Look at What We leave Behind
By Michele Markarian “The Children”. By Lucy Kirkwood. Directed by Bryn Boice. Presented by SpeakEasy Stage Company, Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA, 537 Tremont Street, Boston through March 28. “We heard you died,” says Hazel (Paula Plum) to her visitor, Rose (Karen MacDonald), ostensibly an old friend and colleague who has dropped unexpectedly by the…
