Review: NEWSIES at the Marriott Theatre

Review: NEWSIES at the Marriott Theatre

In all, there’s nothing egregiously displeasing about “Newsies.” But it’s sanitized pablum. It’s as much about the newsboy strike of 1899 as “The Lion King” is about daily life in, say, Uganda.

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“God, That’s Good!” SWEENEY TODD at Paramount is Theatrical Bliss

“God, That’s Good!” SWEENEY TODD at Paramount is Theatrical Bliss

I hold very few things sacred, yet, SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET rises to the ranks. Over twenty years ago, I saw a production that transformed me into a musical theater lover.

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Steppenwolf Adds LOVE KILLS to Their Summer LookOut Series

Steppenwolf Adds LOVE KILLS to Their Summer LookOut Series

Photo: Steppenwolf Ensemble Member Ora Jones Continuing their diverse array of work for their summer LookOut series, Steppenwolf recently announced the addition of a concert reading of the new musical LOVE KILLS by Obie award winner Kyle Jarrow. Featuring Steppenwolf ensemble members Jeff Perry and Ora Jones with guest artist Patrick Rooney,...

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