Author Archives: Bill Hirschman
Frozen Is A Successful Heart Warmer
No doubt most critics will try to weave in the title or lyrics of “Let It Go” in their reviews of the Broadway Across America production of the Disney’s Frozen at the Broward Center. Instead, we’ll just say “Go” to this charming, lovely production with strong acting and singing, energetic dancing and outstanding production values.
Facts and Fiction Inspire Incisive Inquiry in Miami New Drama’s When Monica Met Hillary
If you’re expecting Miami New Drama’s world premiere When Monica Met Hillary to be some D.C. spin on an Andy Cohen catfight, you’re going to be disappointed. Instead, it’s an intense investigation into how politics, sex, media blitzes, self-image and succeeding generations’ different stages of evolving feminism intersect.
Pigs Do Fly’s 2 Across Is No Puzzle, Just a Warm Comedy
You may never view crossword puzzles the same way again after watching Jerry Mayer’s romantic, touching, and hilarious character-driven comedy, 2 Across. Fortunately, the Ft. Lauderdale-based nonprofit professional theater company, Pigs Do Fly Productions, is giving Mayer’s warm, compelling play a believable and energetic production.
Naples’ Gulfshore Playhouse Breaks Ground on $60 M Venue; Admitted To LORT Ranks
Gulfshore Playhouse in Naples has used dependable artistic vision and generous patronage to defy the economic m breaking ground on a $60 million venue and being admitted to the League of Resident Theatres.
Nothing is Simple in Boca Stage’s Thought-Provoking Luna Gale
Social workers face tragedies in which there may be no satisfying solutions and in which the warring parties truly want “what’s best for the child.” Those dilemmas echo larger questions in which we all seek to choose the best path in a world of complexity and limited options. Such is the core of Luna Gale virtually defining “a thought-provoking play,” receiving an engrossing production at Boca Stage.
MNM’s Sister Act Surprisingly Better Than Past Editions
MNM Theatre Company’s Sister Act, is a work that you may not have taken to the first time or two, but can surprise you when a company invests freshness, energy and skill. You see it as if it were the first time.
Estefan Musical On Your Feet is Triumph at Actors Playhouse
The moment after the house lights go down at Actors Playhouse, there’s a percussive warmup of Latin beat and then the auditorium explodes with a blinding almost deafening assault of light, sound and vivacity as you are immersed into the Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine’s iconic “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You.” Odds are you’re a goner from that moment on.
Maltz Reopens With Comical Romp on Acting, I Hate Hamlet
The art of acting – alternately glorious and mundane – is celebrated in the Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s return to live production after 700 days with Paul Rudnick’s delightfully comical I Hate Hamlet.
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