A new solo play that owes much to its star

Cedars - A new solo play that benefits from a charismatic performance by James Naughton . . Rea

2 recommendations for London theater goers

Shakespeare in Love - This screen-to-stage adaptation is a visual treat with no skimping of set or costume or cast. . . Read More

Holy Warriors - David Eldridge has written an epic play for the Globe's outdoor space on the history of the Crusades and the impact on the area forming the battles of the twentieth and twenty first century. . . Read More

From Screen-to-Stage "Shakespeare In Love:

Shakespeare in Love - This screen-to-stage adaptation is a visual treat with no skimping of set or costume or cast. . .

#Barrington Stage premieres a challenging new musical

The Golem of Havana - A challenging new musical from Barrington Stage's Musical Theater Lab benefits from a tuneful score but it needs more work . . Read Mor

Berkshires

Breaking the Code - If the author and original actor could come to Pittsfield during this all too limited run, they'd be right up there giving Mark H. Dold the standing ovation he deserves. And they'd stay on their feet to applaud Joe Calarco's stunningly effective staging

The bard's romantic comedy well placed in New Orleans

A Midsummer Night's Dream Shakespeare & Company sets the Bard's romantic comedy in New Orleans- . . Read More

Berkshire revival proves Benefactors' durability

Benefactors Michael Frayn's 1984 gets a fine revival with a cast featuring two real life couples . . . Read More

3 London Theater recommendations

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time -Marianne Elliot's production of Mark Haddon's book is still as powerful and moving since its inception at the National Theatre. . . Read More

Richard III - Martin Freeman for the first time in Shakespeare, . . Read More

The Crucible - American Israeli director Yael Farber brings her dark touch to Arthur Miller's iconic play about prejudice, politics and hysteria . . Read

Samuel D. Hunter revisits Idaho via Williamstown Thetre Festival

A Great Wilderness - Samuel D. Hunter is still exploring his Evangelical Idaho boyhood . . . 

James Franco dons director's hat with The Long Shrift

The Long Shrift - a rewarding, if also harrowing, theater experience.

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Sondheim's walttz-time musical a Berkshire treat

A Little Night Music - A fine cast makes Stephen Sondheim's waltz-tempo musical a not to be missed summer treat . . Read More

Broadway spoof works for Londoners

Forbidden Broadway - Making a most welcome return to the Chocolate Factory is a newer version of the witty musical revue . . Read More

Don't look for a seat at Wayra. . .just spectacle

Wayra - It's not everyone's scene, but if you're down for a party, Wayra might be just what you're looking for. . . Read More

7 actors, 40 roles-- it works, at Shakespeare & co

Julius Caesar - A bare bones production with just 7 actors directed by Shakespeare & Co founder Tina Packer . . Read More

Theater in the Berkshires-- so far

Julius Caesar - A bare bones production with just 7 actors directed by Shakespeare & Co founder Tina Packer . . Read More

June MoonRing Lardner and George S. Kaufman's comedy - . . Read More

The Mystery of Irma Vep - Adapted for the Berkshire Group by Aaron Mar this is a hilarious mashup of classic scenes from famous movies and Victorian thrillers. . . Read More

Madagascar - Chester Theatre opens its 25th season with T. R. Rogers' riveting play. . . Read More

Kiss Me Kate - Cole Porter's sophisticated musical gets Barrington Stage's summer season off to a grand start at i