1.21 gigawatts of fun in this faithful musical adaptation of the beloved film. Lane Williamson reviews.
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6 July 2023
Reviews • NYC • Off-Broadway
Review: Uncle Vanya in a Flatiron Loft
28 June-16 July
By Lane Williamson
An intimate staging and unparalleled performances coalesce in a stunning production of Chekhov’s play. Lane Williamson reviews.
4 July 2023
Reviews • Cabaret • NYC
Review: Amber Gray: Gray Matter at 54 Below
54 Below ⋄ 28 June-1 July
By Lane Williamson
Amber Gray shows a personal side and remains connected to her Off-Broadway roots in a new solo show. Lane Williamson reviews.
20 June 2023
Reviews • NYC • Off-Broadway
Review: The Doctor at Park Avenue Armory
Park Avenue Armory ⋄ 3 June-19 August
By Lane Williamson
Robert Icke and Juliet Stevenson elevate a medical procedural while examining identity politics. Lane Williamson reviews.
4 May 2023
Reviews • NYC • Off-Broadway
Review: Oliver! at New York City Center
New York City Center ⋄ 3 May-14 May
By Lane Williamson
This Encores! revival may leave you asking for more. Lane Williamson reviews.
19 March 2023
Reviews • NYC • Off-Broadway
Review: Dear World at New York City Center
New York City Center ⋄ 15 March-19 March
By Lane Williamson
Encores! presents a glittering revival of this Jerry Herman musical starring the incomparable Donna Murphy. Lane Williamson reviews.
18 March 2023
Reviews • Broadway • NYC
Review: A Doll’s House at the Hudson Theatre
Hudson Theatre ⋄ 13 Feb-10 June
By Lane Williamson
Amy Herzog and Jessica Chastain present scenes from another marriage in this affecting revival directed by Jamie Lloyd. Lane Williamson reviews.
5 March 2023
Reviews • NYC • Off-Broadway
Review: The Seagull/Woodstock, NY at the Pershing Square Signature Center
Pershing Square Signature Center - Romulus Linney Courtyard Theater ⋄ 14 Feb-4 April
By Lane Williamson
Thomas Bradshaw’s new play leans into its awkwardness and is all the better for it. Lane Williamson reviews.
2 March 2023
Reviews • NYC • Off-Broadway
Review: LOVE at Park Avenue Armory
Park Avenue Armory ⋄ 25 Feb-25 March
By Lane Williamson
Alexander Zeldin’s play, a slice-of-life in a temporary housing facility, makes its U.S. debut in a quietly stirring production. Lane Williamson reviews.
21 February 2023
Reviews • NYC • Off-Broadway
Review: A Bright New Boise at Signature Theatre
Signature Theatre ⋄ 31 January-12 March
By Lane Williamson
A revival of Samuel D. Hunter’s 2010 play feels like a relic from playwriting past, but even a dated Hunter play is worthwhile. Lane Williamson reviews.