Category Archive: Reviews

Bald and blue are back in a big way in Boston

By Rich Fahey BOSTON – Bald and blue are back in a big, bold way. The iconic performance troupe Blue Man Group, who have held sway at the Charles Playhouse for more than… Continue reading →

NSMT’s new Elvis musical: Long live The King

By Rich Fahey BEVERLY – Has there ever been any other cultural icon whose career seemed to still be skyrocketing after he left this earth and whose grip on the American public has… Continue reading →

Hub’s ‘The Book of Will’: Saving Mr. Shakespeare

By Rich Fahey BOSTON – Will’s legacy is in deep trouble. Just a few years after his death in 1616, the immortal works of William Shakespeare are being bent, folded, spindled and mutilated.… Continue reading →

Disney’s ‘Frozen’ melts the hearts of young and old

By Rich Fahey BOSTON – If you are one of the many children who are being introduced to the magic of live theater with the national tour of Disney’s “Frozen,” congratulations. I’m sure… Continue reading →

NMST’s ‘The Full Monty’: Stripping down and lifting up

By Rich Fahey BEVERLY – Working people in many occupations across the country are restless and doing something about it. While white-collar workers such as writers and actors led the way, there are… Continue reading →

Disco back to 1970s Boston for ASP’s ‘Shrew’

By Rich Fahey BOSTON — Not all of Shakespeare’s works have aged gracefully. A prime example is “The Taming of the Shrew,” which was written in the  late 16th Century, and strong evidence … Continue reading →

‘Potus’: Propping up a president isn’t an easy job

By Rich Fahey BOSTON – We males have known the truth for our entire lives. Whenever and wherever members of the patriarchy have had a success, it has been aided, abetted, assisted, enabled,… Continue reading →

NSMT’s ‘Margaritaville’ a perfect summer escape

By Rich Fahey BEVERLY — Apparently, it’s five o’clock the moment you step onto the grounds of the North Shore Music Theatre. At least for the next week or so, it will remain… Continue reading →

‘Born To Do This’ lifts Company Theatre to new heights

By Rich Fahey NORWELL – “Born To Do This” is a remarkable theatrical achievement. The Company Theatre is presenting a full-length world premiere rock opera on the life of Joan of Arc, and… Continue reading →

Reagle’s ‘Little Mermaid’ thrills both young and old

By Rich Fahey WALTHAM – Rachel Bertone has gracefully picked up the baton Robert Eagle put down  after 52 years leading  the Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston. Eagle retired in June 2021,… Continue reading →