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Latest Reviews
Flotilla DeBarge is the glamorous Auntie we all wish we had. Striding about the Green Room 42 in a brightly printed Marco Hall Pantsuit,...
Wendy-Lane Bailey
- Jul 24
David's Friend
The music is pumping as you walk into the Soho playhouse and settle into your seat for Nora Burns’ David’s Friend. On stage, a DJ (Ricky...
Wendy-Lane Bailey
- Jul 20
Hot Troll Summer
Lady Bunny is an old-school drag queen in the very best of ways. Shimmying onstage in a sixties-inspired orange and pink sequin mini...
Yani Perez
- Jul 20
Clowns Like Me
Scott Ehrenpreis's Clowns Like Me is a candid and thought-provoking show that provides a different perspective on mental illness. In this...
Yani Perez
- Jul 19
Brett Epstein: Alone on Stage
Brett Epstein's new solo show, Alone on Stage, part of 59E59 Theaters' East to Edinburgh 2024 series, is the perfect blend of comedy,...
Wendy-Lane Bailey
- Jul 11
Let’s Tidy Up
It is easy to see why Josh Thomas is a star in his native Australia – he is charming, relatable, smart and very, very funny. His timing...
Carmen Burbridge
- Jul 10
The Ho Must Go On
What do Sweet Charity, Gypsy, Les Miserables and Man of La Mancha all have in common? They are all Broadway musicals that feature sex...
Rita Frances Welch
- Jun 28
Give Me the MacArthur Genius Grant
This June, Frigid New York hosts its 10th annual Queerly Festival, celebrating new works of LGBTQIA+ artists at Under St. Mark’s Theater....
Rita Frances Welch
- Jun 28
Flayed
We’ve all made jokes about sending our friends to Clown College, but have we considered sending them to Clown Church? Flayed is one such...
Carmen Burbridge
- Jun 20
Robert Bannon’s Pride Playlist
Happy Pride! Celebrating this month in song, Robert Bannon returns to 54 Below for his second annual Pride cabaret, Robert Bannon’s Pride...
Rita Frances Welch
- Jun 20
Chopped Liver and Unions
Chopped Liver and Unions make its U.S. debut at 59E59 Theaters as part of their Brits off-Broadway Festival. Originally performed at...
Wendy-Lane Bailey
- Jun 16
Karen Akers: Water Under the Bridge
On a rainy Memorial Day in Manhattan, Karen Akers stands in the spotlight at Birdland before a packed house. She is effortlessly elegant...
Rita Frances Welch
- Jun 12
How to Eat an Orange
"This story is about circumstances." La Mama’s newest production, How to Eat an Orange is a call to action for everyone observing the...
Rita Frances Welch
- May 24
LEELA: Touching Our Better Selves
Where do you think consciousness comes from? Does it begin with activity in the brain or is it a precursor to being? Does science clarify...
Yani Perez
- May 22
Jimmy Tingle: Humor and Hope for Humanity
Jimmy Tingle is a master storyteller! His humor, wit and intelligence shine in his new show, Jimmy Tingle: Humor and Hope for Humanity....
Rita Frances Welch
- May 22
Glückskind
Glückskind made its United States debut as part of United Solo's 2024 Spring Festival. The title translates to 'lucky child,' a phrase...
Yani Perez
- May 18
Grabbing the Hammer Lane: A Trucker Narrative
Grabbing the Hammer Lane: A Trucker Narrative is a powerful play that delivers a gripping portrayal of strained familial bonds, the...
Yani Perez
- May 16
The Moms Are Alright
In the one-of-a-kind production, The Moms Are Alright, comedian and playwright Melanie White masterfully combines stand-up comedy and...
Interviews
Yani Perez
- Jul 10
Interview with Lauren O’Brien
Lolo’s Boyfriend Show is a lively and comedic performance that recently won the Audience Choice Award at the NYC Fringe Festival. I had...
Yani Perez
- Jun 28
Interview with Scott Ehrenpreis
Clowns Like Me is a thought-provoking and heartfelt performance about mental illness and identity. I had the pleasure of asking Scott...
Yani Perez
- May 23
Interview with Jimmy Tingle
Jimmy Tingle: Humor and Hope for Humanity is an intelligent and upbeat show about triumph. I had the pleasure of asking Jimmy Tingle a...
News
All About Solo News Desk
- Sep 18
Grand Opening Concert at United Solo Celebrates the Music of Michele Brourman
The world’s largest solo theatre festival opens its 17th season on September 25th at Theatre Row in New York City. Tickets for the...
All About Solo News Desk
- Sep 18
Kicking Off United Solo Fall 2024 Season with Award-Winning Encores
Each season, United Solo presents a mix of new and well-known voices, launching solo artists and welcoming returning performers. United...
United Solo Concludes 2024 Spring Season With Grand Awards Gala
United Solo’s 16th season, which opened March 5, 2024 at their home on Theatre Row, featured over 60 solo artists from across the globe...
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