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“Wake-Up Call” Is a Woke Approach to Death
“Wake‑Up Call” is the story of Jerry Franklin and his wife, who dies about ten minutes into the story. Mr. Franklin tells us just enough...
Austin Kaiser
Nov 15, 2018


“The Rude Awakening”: Bold, Loud and Loving
“Let’s talk about sex, baby. Let’s talk about you and me.” Amber Topaz captures the audience’s attention, not only with the memorable...
Chance Morgan
Nov 15, 2018


“Inner Strength” Exposes the Pain and the Resilience of Life
“Inner Strength” was a performance soaking in pain, love, and resilience. Kyra Knox, the writer and performer, wrung out the life...
Mehr Gunawardena
Nov 15, 2018


“Melina: The Last Greek Goddess” is Gloriously Patriotic
The Greek actress, singer, and politician Melina Mercouri was Greece’s national heroine, so Paola Hadjilambri, the actress and co‑writer...
Mehr Gunawardena
Nov 15, 2018


“Super Awesome World”: You are Not in This Alone
Amy Conway’s father introduced her to video games when she was a little girl. Now she explores how gameplay can treat depression. In...
Donasia Skyes
Nov 15, 2018


A Lively and Heartfelt Evening with “My Dead Wife”
With a title like “My Dead Wife” it should come as no surprise to find sorrow, grief and tragedy in abundance. But what’s far less...
James Bartholomew
Nov 15, 2018


Sing, O Muse, of “Melina”
“I was born a Greek, and I will die a Greek.” The powerful words and fiery passion of Melina Mercouri came alive on stage in “Melina: The...
Chance Morgan
Nov 14, 2018


“Unhealthy Man” has a Healthy Sense of Comedy
Vincent Clark is the unhealthiest man alive, but he doesn’t want your pity. He doesn’t do drugs or drink alcohol, because he “is already...
Dana Zhang
Nov 12, 2018


“Swansong” is a Performance for the Ages
“Swansong,” in which André de Vanny portrays Austin “Occi” Byrne, is the story and the performance of a lifetime. “Agnes, where are...
Alex Miller
Nov 12, 2018


Navigating a “Super Awesome World” is Fun…and Sad
“Super Awesome World” alternates between moments of frenetic energy and deep introspection. At first it treads a cliché path: Amy Conway...
Dana Zhang
Nov 11, 2018


“My Dead Wife”: A Tremendous Story of Grief
Mike Folie tells his story in pauses and starts, as though he is having a simple, intimate conversation with you. As he finishes one...
Dana Zhang
Nov 11, 2018


“Swansong,” the Story of a Troubled Irishman
“Swansong” is about a man named Occi, whom we meet at the water’s edge where he is feeding swans. He lovingly greets Agnes, his...
Austin Kaiser
Nov 11, 2018


“About Heroes” Powerfully Redefines Heroism
Juha Sorola’s “About Heroes” is told from two perspectives. The first is that of a young gay man growing up in an era when heroes were...
Christopher Popple
Nov 11, 2018


“O” is a Marvel of Feminism and Genius
Eliza Martin’s “O” begins with a young woman dancing and throwing flowers in the air. Suddenly a voice over the loudspeaker says, “We...
Austin Kaiser
Nov 11, 2018


“Good Standing,” An Emotional Testimony
“Good Standing” begins with Austin Archer looking dejected with a letter in his hand. The letter states that his character’s Mormon...
Christopher Popple
Nov 11, 2018


“An Unhealthy Man” Proves Laughter Is the Best Medicine
In “An Unhealthy Man Lectures You On Medical Issues,” a man with diabetes who’s suffered several strokes offers health advice. His comic...
Austin Kaiser
Nov 10, 2018


I Came Away From “The Jewish Dog” Wounded
Written by Asher Kravitz and performed by Miha Rodman, it is a great show with sharp acting, tight writing and a million moments to...
Austin Kaiser
Nov 10, 2018


“Runaway Princess,” A Modern Tale with Finesse
Mary Goggin’s story is nested in an immigration fairytale that recalls Irish folklore. She is a runaway princess stumbling through life...
Dana Zhang
Nov 9, 2018


Memories Come to Life in “OTOSOTR”
Resolution No.1428-326 was the unassuming name given to the eviction notice that Joseph Stalin served to the growing Korean population in...
James Bartholomew
Nov 9, 2018


No More Running for “The Runaway Princess”
“The Runaway Princess” is the darkly comic story of Mary Goggin’s escape from her repressive Irish Catholic upbringing, her drug...
Mehr Gunawardena
Nov 7, 2018
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