“The Play That Goes Wrong” Full of Laughs
The set’s are flimsy, the actors are either way too into character, knocked out, or not even actors at all, all culminating in one of the funniest written shows in a long time. ...
Miami Does Right in “The Play That Goes Wrong”
This show is about the set, the lighting, the props, the stage managers, actor feuds, and run crew. Anything that could “go wrong” on stage does. You will laugh....
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...