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The subject matter of the play is serious, but there are some well-played humorous moments, and the production’s tone is not allowed to become gloomy.

Shakespeare Theatre Company’s production of Much Ado About Nothing demonstrates a commendable effort to refresh this well-known comedy; yet, it is not without its faults.

Arena Stage’s presentation of Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s Equivocation is the kind of theatre that offers a bang for the buck. Equivocation shows a depth and a humor that needs to be experienced instead of read about.

Woodrow Wilson’s choice to use an enormous cast, which included elementary and middle school students, was a risky one that worked out wonderfully. Their energy-infused production led to an absorbing, enjoyable show.

If you want a great night of theatrical fun and excitement, this is a show for you.

We just received this announcement from the St. Mark’s Players: The St. Mark’s Players are still looking for a few good men to fulfill male roles in their winter production of Arcadia by Tom Stoppard, directed by Heather Cipu. Performance Dates are January 13,14,15,20,21,22,27,28. Rehearsals period mid-November to mid-January. If interested in auditioning, please contact […]

The Gingerbread Lady is darker and more serious than other Neil Simon plays. It will make you laugh, but also think of the long road back from addiction.

Two worthy productions of Othello opened last weekend, one a mounting of the Shakespeare play, in all its verbal glory, by the Folger Theatre, and the other as part of Synetic Theater’s “Silent Shakespeare Festival.”

Sometimes the heroic poignancy is electrifying. Sometimes the abject groveling is embarrassing. But mostly ¡Ay, Carmela! is challenging.

Theater J has released their planned 2011-2012 season.