Miami’s “Angel’s Trumpet” is Zelda’s Story
A thought provoking, yet disturbing presentation of passion and control. "Angel's Trumpet" is recommended for anyone who needs a reminder that women 'count.'
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Miami’s “These Shining Lives” Glows
Review by Liz Eichler Audiences may be surprised by a number of things in These Shining Lives by Melanie Marnich, playing now through October 2 at Miami University Theatre. For the college students, it may be the language of the late 1920’s and 30’s and the slang sprinkled throughout...
You’ll be “Head Over Heels” for Miami University’s The Go-Go’s Musical
At a basic level, this is the love story of three very different couples. On a deeper level, the play explores issues of queerness, gender, acceptance, authenticity, and being true to oneself. ...
“Head Over Heels” the Go-Go’s/Elizabethan Musical Mashup Entertains at Miami
Directed by the dynamic duo of Lindsey Augusta Mercer and Music Director Erin McCamley, they move the story along with joy, killer voices, strong dancers, and attitude....
A roasting and a rousing good time at The Thanksgiving Play
High school theatre teacher Logan wins a grant to create the annual Thanksgiving play. She and her boyfriend and fellow actor Jaxton struggle to devise a politically correct Thanksgiving play for the school’s juvenile audience. They’re joined by history teacher, Caden, who dreams of being a playwright, and LA-based...
“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...
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. ...