Monthly Archives: May 2012
Report From New York: Venus In Fur Is Intriguing, Thoughtful And Titillating But Puzzling
No question, David Ives’ Venus In Fur is an intelligent, thought-provoking comedy-drama featuring a strong performance by Hugh Dancy and one breakout tell-your-grandkids-about-it tour-de-force by Nina Arianda, all guided by Walter Bobbie’s surefooted direction. But the play itself just didn’t seem to be worth all the commotion.,
Knight Foundation Announces Theater Grant Finalists
Several theater-related projects are among the 57 finalists for the 2012 Knight Arts Challenge grants for special projects in South Florida including start-up funds for a regional scene shop co-op and The Project [theatre], the fledgling company created by New World Theater School grads.
Students Win Video Contest at Mosaic
Mosaic Theatre has announced the winners of its Stop! The Violence Video Contest that in ran this spring in conjunction with its recently-closed production of A Measure of Cruelty, a drama inspired by the Michael Brewer tragedy.
M Ensemble Play Scheduled – Probably
M Ensemble’s production of Jar the Floor, postponed from earlier this month, may have been rescheduled. The play is penciled in for June 21-July 8 at the Light Box at the Goldman Warehouse, 404 NW 26th Street in Miami, according …
Dramaworks’ Proof Is Intelligent Examination Of Intelligent People Who Can’t Cope With People Intelligently
The messiness of human relations as opposed to the precision of science is one of the underlying themes of David Auburn’s Pulitzer Prize-winning drama Proof, enjoying a solid production at Palm Beach Dramaworks. Although set in the milieu of mathematical theorists exploring the abstract mysteries of science, the real truth-seeking is the audience-accessible but far murkier mysteries of the heart.
Take A Chance On Mosaic Casino Fundraiser Next Week
All theater is a risky proposition, emotionally, artistically and financially. You can have a taste of that on June 2 at Mosaic Theatre’s fund raiser, its 2nd annual Monte Carlo Night at Bonaventure Country Club in Weston.
Boca Raton Theatre Guild Announces 2012-2013 Season
The Boca Raton Theatre Guild has announced its ’s 2012-2013 season: the A.R Gurney thinking man’s comedy Sylvia from Sept. 28-Oct. 14 and Kander & Ebb’s acerbic musical Chicago in March 1-17.
Immersion Theater At The Sandbox At The PlayGround
An unusual theatrical presentation, at least for South Florida, will encourage the audience to walk freely around the performers in The Conquest of the South Pole slated to be performed at The Sandbox, an offshoot of The PlayGround Theatre in Miami Shores, from May 31-June 2 and June 8-9.
Women’s Theatre Project Rises Again In Boca Raton
When The Women’s Theatre Project leaders announced in February that they had lost their performing space in Fort Lauderdale, some pessimists feared its unique voice would slide into limbo. But the 11-year-old company has slated two shows at the Willow Theatre in Sugar Sand Park in Boca Raton in November and January.
CD Reviews: Newsies, Bonnie & Clyde, End of the Rainbow
Theater Shelf, a recurring feature by our reviewer Brad Hathaway, reviews recently-released books, CDs and DVDs of interest to theater lovers. Some are popular titles like a new Original Cast Recording, others are works you’ll be intrigued by but didn’t …
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