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‘Kinky Boots’ Features Magnetic Lead Performances

March 4, 2022

The last time I attended Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre was to review its hit production of “Phantom of the Opera” in October. I was so impressed with the production, I thought it would be a challenge for the theatre to top or even match... read more

‘Skeleton Crew’ Sympathetically Explores The Blue-Collar Experience

March 1, 2022

Continuing to provide exceptional programming to our community, Summit Performance Indianapolis presents “Skeleton Crew” on the Basile Stage at Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre through March13. I saw the compelling drama on opening night. Summit’s values are to increase the representation of our country’s diverse population... read more

Catalyst Repertory Co-Founder Pushes The Creative Limit

February 26, 2022

During my many years of covering the performing arts, which includes my experience as a founding board member of Phoenix Theatre and managing director of Edyvean Repertory Theatre and Ballet Internationale, I have had an affinity for arts administrators and those in charge of advancing... read more

‘Pretty Woman: The Musical’ Amuses But Lacks Distinction

February 18, 2022

Who doesn’t love the 1990 romantic comedy “Pretty Woman,” starring then-America’s Sweetheart Julia Roberts and premier leading man Richard Gere? Like countless others, I saw it multiple times, so when I heard it was transferred into a Broadway musical, I couldn’t’ wait to experience it.... read more

Costume Designer Beck Jones Forges A Career In The Big Leagues

February 17, 2022

  Of special interest to me when I reviewed the romantic comedy “Love Bird” at Phoenix Theatre on opening night, February 4, were the striking costumes designed by Beck Jones, and worn by co-stars Scot Greenwell and Bill Simmons. The play, written by Indy native... read more

Anthony Nunziata Enchants Sold-Out Valentine’s Crowd at Feinstein’s

February 16, 2022

Maintaining an easy rapport with an enthusiastic sold-out audience, Anthony Nunziata was dazzling in his cabaret act “Anthony Nunziata: An Italian Broadway Valentine’s Day!” on Monday at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael. For the Brooklyn-born singer-songwriter, it was a return engagement (he last appeared in December)... read more

‘Pretty Woman’ Star Leads By Example

February 13, 2022

Many fans want to see it because they saw the beloved romantic 1990 film version starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, but the show’s lead, Olivia Valli, is excited for you to experience all the bonuses the musical version provides. You’ll have your chance when... read more