Tonight’s Conversation (Live) – Review and Summary
The popular podcast comes to the New York City Javits Center, and lives up to the hype of the many viral clips you’ve seen on social media.
Live Performance
Alex Newell: Live at Kean University – Review
In what can be seen as a mini-career and life retrospective, Tony Winner Alex Newell walks their audience through some of their favorites Broadway numbers, including those they made a hit.
Here Lies Love (2023) – Theater Review and Summary
“Here Lies Love” is a funky history lesson with heart to spare, and it signals the potential create future that Broadway has to offer.
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding (2023) – Play Review and Summary
“Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” is the type of play that demands an audience reaction as it exhibits community on stage and fosters it within the audience.
Ali Wong: Live (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
While Ali Wong’s opening act doesn’t present the type of comedy that can leave a strong impression, seeing her live and raw about life post-divorce is a treat.
Once Upon A One More Time (2023) – Musical Review
“Once Upon A… One More Time” is a feminist musical set to the music of Britney Spears that may feel like it is preaching to the choir and needs more oomph in its ensemble numbers.
Bees and Honey (2023) – Play Review
“Bees & Honey” feels like a modernized 90s sitcom, like “Martin,” but with modern themes and heartening drama.
Grey House (2023) – Play Review
Strange, startlingly, but never horrifying, “The Grey House” may have some kinks to work out, but it is a welcome change for premiering shows on Broadway.
The Wife of Willesden (2023) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
What sometimes can feel like watching your fun aunt hold court at a family reunion devolves into a play that overstays it’s welcome.
My Name is Mo’Nique (2023) Is A Triumphant Return, Worthy Of One Of The Queens Of Comedy
“My Name Is Mo’Nique” sometimes feels less like a comedy special and more like a one woman show, allowing you to laugh with Mo’Nique and cry with her.
