11 Apr 2022

Play “Mist”-y for Me: “Murder at Mistwell Manor,” at the Mockingbird on Main through April 16

By Roger Pavey Jr.

Overall, Murder at Mistwell Manor offered gorgeous production design that, paired with the period costumes, perfectly fit the intimate Mockingbird venue.

21 Mar 2022

Humans Being: “Rabbit Hole,” at the Playcrafters Barn Theatre through March 27

By Roger Pavey Jr.

While Rabbit Hole did have some moments that were quite tense and sad, these weren't the constant moods, and the playwright’s script and the Playcrafters company built a narrative that was human – not overdoing the tragedy, not overdoing the comedy, but existing in a way that was approachable, simple, and touching.

21 Feb 2022

Electrifying Fun: “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical,” at the Spotlight Theatre through February 27

By Roger Pavey Jr.

The Lightning Thief, a relatively new musical, had its QCA premiere at the Spotlight, and this production based on Rick Riordan’s YA books about a young half-blood was a delight to watch. It was just as fun and playful as the original book series – and Saturday's telling of this energetic story was inventive, theatrical, and entertaining.

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