Theater
Dennis Boutsikaris: The Unseen Star of Screen and Stage
KC Fairlight
Dennis Boutsikaris, an actor and audiobook narrator born in New Jersey, has quietly captured the media's essence and our attention through his nuanced performances on screen and stage.
Proserpine: More Than A Theatrical Relic
Vince Vanguard
Percy Bysshe Shelley’s 'Proserpine,' written in 1820, isn't just dusty theatrics; it's a political commentary wrapped in poetic allure. This rarely appreciated play champions timeless themes of power and autonomy.
The Unforgettable Journey of John Leguizamo's 'Freak'
KC Fairlight
John Leguizamo's *Freak* is a wild ride of comedy and identity exploration that first debuted in 1998, shedding light on the immigrant experience in America through exceptional performance art.
Rolling Back Through Time with 'Merrily We Roll Along'
KC Fairlight
Stephen Sondheim’s 'Merrily We Roll Along' breaks the conventional narrative mold, unfolding backwards from cynicism to youthful optimism. It uniquely critiques ambition while challenging societal norms.
Rolling Along the Conservative Tracks: Merrily We Roll Along and Why It Upsets Critics
Vince Vanguard
"Merrily We Roll Along" by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart flips theater's liberal narrative agendas upside down, tackling ambition and personal integrity in a reverse-chronology drama set in 1934 NYC.
Gutenberg! The Musical!: A Tuneful History Unbound!
Martin Sparks
"Gutenberg! The Musical!" is an uproarious theatrical homage to Johannes Gutenberg and his revolutionary invention of the printing press, packed with humor, historical parody, and the joyous spirit of creative pursuit.
Gutenberg! The Musical! An Outrageous Journey into Uncharted Theatrical Waters
Vince Vanguard
Experience a storm of laughter with "Gutenberg! The Musical!", where audacity meets history through musical hilarity. This riotous journey challenges the serious norms of theater with a delightful parody of one of history's game-changers.
Unveiling America Vera Zavala: The Playwright and Political Visionary
Martin Sparks
Explore the world of America Vera Zavala, a Swedish playwright and activist whose works blend art and political discourse to inspire social change.
America Vera Zavala: The Left's Playbook Laid Bare
Vince Vanguard
America Vera Zavala may not be a household name, but her politically charged plays speak clearly from the far-left. Her work criticizes capitalism under the guise of cultural enrichment.
Why Rudens Still Resounds in Today's World
Vince Vanguard
"Rudens," an ancient Roman play by Plautus, echoes timelessly from the third century B.C. to tackle themes of slavery and justice, inviting reflections on our own cultural progress.