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Edward Karam

Also writes for: The Guardian

Reviews

7

Average

60

Highest

77

Lowest

40

324th most prolific critic·1261st most generous scorer
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No Singing in the Navy

Its “score,” however, bears little resemblance to melody-rich 1930s and ’40s musicals, and its book is awash with absurdist episodes that misfire.

Trash
Trash

Off Off Online · Mar 17, 2026

77

The engaging Trash embellishes a common New York story of two roommates in conflict by adding an important twist, as well as a variety of theatrical tricks, including audience participation.

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60

For fans of the unquestionable talented Hunter, Grangeville may be worth catching, but the dramatic obstacles it poses are unlikely to give it staying power.

Little Shop of Horrors

His clueless review is now an embarrassing read, while Howard Ashman and Alan Menken’s creation has an unassailable stature.

Gypsy
Gypsy

The Guardian · May 5, 2003

58

Gypsy is often regarded as an indestructible musical; if that is true, Mendes's production is an unnecessary stress test.