Elizabeth Bradley

“Simultaneously a valentine to the kind of naturalism that the American theater does best, and a reminder that the virtues of the proverbial 'well-made play' when impeccably realized are never passé, this is a deeply moving and finely wrought production.”

“In turn, by creating a performance redolent with wit, absorbing storytelling and infectious energy, we are so beguiled that when beseeched to protect our democracy by committing anew to its ideals, we stand ready, imperfect as it may be.”

“For my part, I find the implicit messages the material sends to young people repellent enough that I would advocate for impressionable minds to take in this musical with caution.”

“Cullman is in complete command here, guiding his actors toward characterizations that are explicit and chiseled.”

“"While the ongoing zany homage succeeds in keeping us entertained, the real achievement is that by the end of the night I truly cared what was to become of the characters...”

“That is exactly the feeling Birbiglia gives us at 'The New One.'”

“Urie triumphs in this play, primarily through the brilliance of his physical comedy.”

“McTeer proves to be a woman not only for all seasons, but particularly and triumphantly for this one.”

“Marber has emphasized the bittersweetness underneath the hijinks and coaxed out a depth of feeling without compromising the Swiss watch precision of the play.”

“Fails to illuminate that quest for connection or compellingly engage us in its telling.”

“This taut, intense production, expertly directed by Cullman, is superbly cast.”

“This is a cleverly crafted production, honestly done within its own convention and fun to watch.”

“Overall, Lithgow’s formidable acting prowess ensures that “Stories By Heart” is a largely heartwarming evening that charms within its modest conventions, even though it occasionally falls short of compelling.”

“Watching Rylance convey the pain, fear and vulnerability of that striving is heart-rending and unforgettable.”

“The musical is sufficiently skillfully assembled that family audiences seeking an antidote to too much reality will likely take the deep dive to Bikini Bottom looking for that “Best Day Ever,” as one of the songs goes.”

“The many digressions and the scattershot quality of the facts we are served eventually feels reductive.”

“It is hard to imagine a theatergoer who will not find solace and happiness in the exquisitely rendered serenade to our shared humanity.”

“In the end, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” doesn’t deliver either an endorphin-inducing chocolate high or a satisfying experience at a new Broadway musical.”

“The unintended outcome is that 'Indecent' sometimes seems negatively distant, or in the vernacular – a little 'meh.'”

“At my core, I feel unsettled about a certain skilled sentimental myth-making lurking in “Oslo.””