Straight White Men, a thought-provoking play by Young Jean Lee with a terrifically entertaining cast of Broadway newcomers including Armie Hammer, Josh Charles and Paul Schneider as rowdy brothers, might to some theatergoers seem designed initially to mislead, and ultimately to befuddle. By its title alone, one could assume – incorrectly – that the play […]
Archives for July 23, 2018
Fringe news: Fringe ticket deal, voting for best shows and closing party
In this last week of Capital Fringe 2018, the festival is still going strong. There’s still time to catch something brand new – five shows are having their first performances – while nearly all the productions have closing shows. To encourage everyone to see at least two shows this week, Capital Fringe just announced a […]
Review: Heartbreak Hitman at Capital Fringe
Back in my dating days, I kept company with a certain young woman who quite impressed me. I met her at her apartment preparatory to going to dinner. Just as we were about to leave, she got a phone call, which she took in another room. When she came back she was shaking her head.
Review: up your aesthetic at Capital Fringe
When I saw the oversized, rectangular dominos interspersed among the chairs lining up your aesthetic.‘s circular stage, I knew that this was surely an omen for an up-close and personal performance! Featuring Jess Cummings, Constance Des Marais, Katherine Paterson and Cheyanne Williams, up your aesthetic. is a dynamic and striking retelling of the Greek Myth […]
Review: Almost Full: A Young Girl’s Guide to Growing Up at Capital Fringe
Almost Full: A Young Girl’s Guide to Growing Up is an exploration and examination of teenage lives through a variety of artistic methods. The girls use poetry, soliloquy, movement, music, and dance to express their personal truths.
Review: Ghosts at Capital Fringe
I freaking love a good ghost story. The best ones have me simultaneously on the edge of my seat and shoving my body back into the couch, hiding my face while watching through my fingers because I cannot look away.
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