Musical
‘Emilia Pérez’ Review: A Modern Affirming Opera
In Mexico, a lawyer receives an unexpected offer to help a feared cartel boss retire from his business and disappear forever by becoming the woman he's always dreamed of being.
Theater Review: “Kimberly Akimbo” Flails Musically and Conceptually
Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with her family to a new town in suburban New Jersey. In this “howlingly funny heartbreaker of a show” (The New Yorker), Kim is forced to navigate famil...
Venezia 81 Review: ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ Is a Bold, Daring, and Mesmerizing Masterpiece
In “Joker: Folie À Deux,” Arthur Fleck is now institutionalized at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love, but ...
Theater Review: In a Gender Swapped Update, Audiences Are in Good “Company”
Bobbi (traditionally Robert up till now) is celebrating her 35th birthday in the company of her friends, all of whom are either married or engaged. Through a series of visits with the couples we learn...
Theater Review: “A Strange Loop” is an Affecting Look at Race, Sexuality, and Body Image
The ground-breaking and critically acclaimed winner of every ‘Best Musical’ award on Broadway, and the Pulitzer Prize, bursts onto the stage for a limited engagement, direct from Broadway. Hell-ben...
Theater Review: “Lempicka” is a Stunner – and You Only Have Two More Weeks to Embrace It
From the Tony Award®-winning director of Hadestown and starring Eden Espinosa, this New York Times Critic’s Pick is a sweeping musical portrait of a woman who changed art and culture forever. Spanning...
‘The Greatest Hits’ Review: Play It Again, Harriet
Harriet discovers certain songs can transport her back in time. While she relives the past through romantic memories with her former boyfriend, her time-traveling interferes with a burgeoning new love...
Theatre Review: “Funny Girl” Cast Dials up the Camp as McCrimmon Shines
The sensational Broadway revival of "Funny Girl" dazzles with celebrated classic songs, including “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” and “People.” This bittersweet comedy is the story...
Theater Review: This Gorgeous “Redwood” Soars but Doesn’t Reach New Heights
Broadway icon Idina Menzel makes her La Jolla Playhouse debut in the world premiere of Redwood, a one-of-a-kind theatrical event about one woman’s journey into the precious and precarious world of the...