Author: Allan

Aviatrix – Musical – Review – Seattle Public Theater and Macha Theatre Works

Angela Poe Russell and Dionne McClain-Freeney’s world premiere musical Aviatrix by Seattle Public Theater w/ Macha Theatre Works starring Haley Dortch. It’s shows like this that remind me why I attend local smaller theatre – for a chance to uncover a rare, unexpected worthy gem like this. With a solidly written, eclectic score, this runaway hit is ready for a major stage. Run, don't walk, to snag rush/waitlist tickets to this sold-out show before it closes in 2 days.... Click to read more

Barefoot in the Park – Play – Mini Review – Taproot Theatre

Barefoot in the Park play at Taproot Theatre. Charming ode to young love, compromise, and opposites that attract ❤️… then attack 💔! The cynical Scrooge in me was secretly cheering for the pragmatic realists. Ays Garcia & Arjun Pande are fantastic newlyweds, and Alexandra Tavares steals scenes as the chic, elegant, overbearing NYC-area mother. Closes 6/20! 🎭... Click to read more

that drive thru monterey – Play – Mini Review – Stages Repertory Theatre

Matthew Paul Olmos’s that drive through monterey world premiere play at Houston Stages. Sophia Marcelle and Matthew Martinez star in a sweet love story between two square awkward nerds while sneaking in a commentary on machismo. Who knew such cute scintillating romance could be found at the library! Huge shoutout to Cassidy Stanley’s lighting design which used floor trims to seamlessly simulate driving and scene changes. It’s been 10 years since my last visit at this theatre company, and it's crazy seeing their nice new building complex. Closes 6/7. 🎭🚘... Click to read more

Grease – Musical – Review – Village Theatre

Grease musical by Village Theatre. Maya McQueen and Daniel Velasquez shine backed by the theatre's signature top-tier choreo, vocals, and band. Ben Dow's "Those Magic Changes" was pure magic. The retro doo-wop score and squeaky-clean 1950s harmonies/setting were reminiscent of The 5th Ave Theatre’s Bye Bye Birdie. Closed in Issaquah, but still playing in Everett through June 7! 🎸 ... Click to read more

Chicken Tinders: A Musical Fable – Mini Review – Copious Love Productions and Gaisma Theatre Group

World premiere of Scott Zenreich & John Gregor’s Chicken Tinders - A Musical Fable from Copious Love Productions & Gaisma Theatre Group at Taproot Theatre! Cartoonish, absurd, cacophonous romp serving up as many “fowl” puns as Shucked does corn. Starring Noah Fletcher as Chicken 33671 guy. Janet Krupin stole the show as the fox. Unforgettable education on the "cloacal kiss." 💋🍑🥚🐔🎭... Click to read more