Curtainup Founder & Editor Elyse Sommer's Epilogue -- I've passed the torch for reviewing and editing new theater productions on and off-Broadway and elsewhere. However, I'll continue to sound off here with my take on Live and Onscreen Entertainment. As for Curtainup's extensive content since 1996-- it's all sill available at www.curtainup.com

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Few laughs in this prison launched frrendship drama--


And I And Silence
And I And Silence Playwright Naomi Wallce satisfies more than one's need to be simply captivated by a good story and good acting. Read More

Sunday, August 10, 2014

Godspeed makes Fiddler worth seeing, even the umpteenth time



fiddlergodspeed
Fiddler on the Roof -Even if you've seen Fiddler on the Roof"(you know who you are), you ought to get to Goodspeed Musicals for their current production of the long-running hit. It's a doozy. . . . Read More

Thursday, August 7, 2014

This solo winner better-than-ever in LA



Buyer & Cellar
Buyer & Cellar- This rare off-Broadway hit, has managed an even more unlikely feat: its LA stand marks an improvement over the already-wonderful NY original.. . . Read More Philadelphia

New and Noteworthy in Philadelphia. . .Philly Theater List/Visitors Guide links

Monday, August 4, 2014

Could this scaled down version of The Visit finally make it to Broadway?



The Visit
The Visit - Williamstown welcomes Chita Rivera and Roger Rees for a welcome visit to its Main Stage for the show that's had more downs than ups over the years . . Read More