Madcap Puppet Theatre will Engage Young Kids (and You!)
Upon listening to the squeals, comments, giggles and gasps, clearly Dylan Shelton consistently reaches his audience in a simply poignant manner. The audience is there to be entertained and he is doing so with a wide array of puppets, voices and stories. By the looks on the adults' faces...
Covedale’s “Elf the Musical:” Fast, Festive, and Family-Friendly
One of the true heroes of the show is choreographer Cassidy Steele, whose dance numbers add so much life to an already waggish score. One of my favorite moments of the show was the hilarious act two number “Nobody Cares About Santa,” the Fosse’esque choreography reminding of “Sweet Charity”...
Human Race Theatre’s “Who’s Holiday” is more than Who-larious
If your Holidays need a laugh and a beer,
“Who’s Holiday” in Dayton will bring you good cheer....
“Let us be sacrificers, but not butchers”: A review of CCM Acting’s Julius Caesar
Isabella Wagner is outstanding as the lean and hungry Ciaus Cassius. Wagner strength is finding the emotional core in Cassius’ speeches and using that emotion to connect to her fellow actors...
Elfin Holiday Magic: Elf, the Musical at Covedale
Director (and Executive Artistic Director) Tim Perrino scored a “10” by casting Wells as Buddy whose personality fills the theater. ...
“Glassheart” at Know is Magical
Glassheart, at Know Theatre of Cincinnati, reexamines what it means to find true love, the sacrifices we make for those who we care about the most and the longing to feel human. Directed by Tamara Winters, this deeply moving comedy is set within the walls of a small Chicago...
Byrd has a Strong Directorial Debut for Falcon Theatre’s “Well”
“Well” is a play that dwells both in the ordinary world of everyday life and in the extraordinary imagination of the playwright. It takes us on a human journey of discovery filled with moments of laughter and instances of human connection....
Glassheart” at Know Theatre: A Bittersweet Tale of Beauty
“A bittersweet tale of life, love and the pursuit of happiness (or should we say human-ness), check out 'Glassheart' at the Know Theatre” ...
“In Time” is a Warm Look at Friendship: Miami University Theatre Fringe
Review by Liz Eichler If you can catch “In Time” playing tonight at 5:30 PM at Studio 88, at Miami, do so. It is a delightful, gentle, poignant look at two sets of women’s friendships, spanning over 100 years. Written by the award winning student Ruby Gray (recipient of...
“The End of the World” is a Short, Rich Drama: Miami U. Fringe
By Shawn Maus I love live theatre. I’m torn with this new world we’re in that produces theatre on YouTube or other streaming services. I know that the movie megaplexes are showing Metropolitan Opera shows and other Broadway shows on the big screens. I applaud the theatre world for...
NKU’s “Edwin Drood” Engaging and Energetic
Director Jason Danieley...has created a humorous, fanciful dessert of good songs, good singing and dancing and a different audience experience. This is not your grandmother’s musical but you will be glad you saw it....
“Once” Strikes a Chord at CCM
While the vocals are gorgeous, one of the most unique features of the show is the lack of a large pit offstage. Instead, the actors accompany themselves on instruments including guitar, cello, piano, ukulele, melodica, and percussion. When not part of the primary scene, the actors float along the...
A.L.T.’s “Higher” has a Legacy
"Higher" is an original rock musical centered around the opioid crisis and one man’s...journey to recovery. It’s at times humorous,...dramatic, grim, and uplifting. But mostly it is a show unlike any you’ve ever seen. It’s ambitious, compelling, and thought-provoking....
Start Higher, End Higher Still: A Review of the American Legacy Theatre production of “Higherâ€
"Kyle's descent into opioid addiction at the end of act one was very intense and truly compelling."Â ...
Mount St. Joseph’s Theatre Returns with Spoon River Requiem
If you looked back on your life, would you make the same choices?  ...
Miami University Theatre’s Radio Play “R.U.R.” is a Treat
This weekend is a perfect time to listen to “R.U.R.â€--AI taking over our lives is a very scary story. ...
“Airness” at Human Race: For Those About to Rock, I Salute You
The play is ultimately less about the power of rock, than it is about the power we all have inside us to create and express if only we would tap into it....
Human Race’s “Airness†Rocks!
Underneath the outlandish costumes are some serious acting chops and wicked moves. ...
Confusion, Chaos and Canoodling at NKU’s “Noises Offâ€
NKU’s “Noises Off†is a “Who's on First†farce, filled with dynamic and lovable characters that you'll not want to miss. ...
Xanadu Glides Onto CCM Stage
The musical is, frankly, a lot: a lot of look, a lot of synth, a lot of meta jokes about artists, gentrification, and 40-year-old gays who attend children’s theater. The show never takes itself seriously and for 90 intermission-less minutes, the audience is transported to a world where physics,...
Elvis is Alive and Well at the Covedale in “All Shook Up”
Overall, this is a fun-packed musical sung and danced well with a lot of energy. The actors seem to be
enjoying their roles as much as the audience....
CCM’s “Xanadu” works some Strange Magic
It’s a good, old-fashioned campy sendup. ...
Covedale’s “All Shook Up†is a Hotty Diggity Good Time
The show left me drunk on laughter and exhausted from the overwhelming energy of the cast. ...
NKU Takes On “Noises Offâ€
These actors give their full bodies to the show and you will be amazed how they can pull off the challenging comedic bits....
CSC Returns with a Timeless Classic to Re-Capture the Hearts of Theater Lovers
"a fresh and engaging take on the play...the cast truly understands the assignment -- to bring the comforts of laughter, love, and joy to the hearts of those who missed live performances" ...
Must See: CSC’s Delightful and Stunning “Romeo and Juliet”
"Director Darnell Pierre Benjamin doesn’t let us sit in the stuffiness of old-timey Verona, however. He and his cast breathe humor throughout the production." ...
Chemistry and Kitsch: Know Theatre’s World Premiere of “Shock!” is a Delight
"...the show is packed full of surprise and delight moments, from campy/ kitschy horror gags, to life lessons around compromise and following your dreams"...
An “Our Town” for Our Time
"Eli Lucas as George Gibbs and Julianna Weis-Palacios as Emily
Webb are strong...Their version of a balcony scene (played with facing ladders) is touching and their "date" at the ice-cream parlor is both well-acted and just fun to watch."...
NKU’s “Torch Song” I Wanna Be Loved By You
"This NKU production is rich with strong acting and compelling scenes."Â ...
CCM’s “Our Town” is a Gift to Welcome Back Theatregoers
"This production brings out the play's abundant humor and warmth."...
The Outrageous Optimist: Falcon Theatre’s “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?”
"Falcon's production of this play is smart, tight, and surprisingly funny."...
“Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner†Arrives at Falcon Theater
"The show is a complicated, layered ride of a good time."...
Oddly Humorous: Covedale’s “The Odd Couple”
Neil Simon’s brilliant dialogue propels the story and keeps the audience laughing....
Covedale’s “Odd Couple” is worth it
Director Greg Procaccino creates a sense of urgency throughout the opening scene, where Oscar and his poker buddies are a delight with their banter and specific personality quirks. ...
Carnegie’s “End of the Rainbow†at the Covington Plaza Amphitheater
by Nathan Top Is it more important to be loved for who you are or who you want to be seen as? In The Carnegie’s impactful musical drama production “End of the Rainbow,†three characters explore themes of fame, finances, and public image. The story begins just a few...
Know’s “Mongrel” is a Campfire Story on Steroids
Everything will remind you of how great--and primal--live theatre can be....
“Little Shop of Horrors†Slays at the Covington Plaza Amphitheater
Review by Nathan Top of The Carnegie’s “Little Shop of Horrors” The Carnegie’s “Little Shop of Horrors†is a breath of fresh air. Literally. Staged at the Covington Plaza, there is something primal and innately human about this production. As the audience sits outdoors with the breeze, sun, and...
LCT Video Theatre Spotlight Series: Human Race Theatre’s “The Revolutionists†Portray Powerful Women
All of these women stood out from society, they did not blend in. They also share that the guillotine is not the worst of it. The ensemble delivers and is able to reach the audience through the screen. ...
TCTC Elf the Musical Jr. is a Joyful Must See for Kids and Adults
From the moment you walk into the beautiful Taft theatre to find elves entertaining both children and adults before the show to the end where singing and dancing raise your spirits ever higher, this show is undeniably entertaining and fun. Go and enjoy 70 minutes of pure joy!...
Falcon’s “Well” is the Prescription We Need
With so many of us cooped up with family over the past 18 months, this production lightens our hearts and tickles our funny bones and is just what the doctor ordered....