Christopher Caggiano
Two productions set out to reinvent Andrew Lloyd Webber’s back catalog. Only one of them succeeds.
The play is preachy. But John Lithgow is magnificent.
Daniel Okrent’s “Art Isn’t Easy” is an engaging if familiar introduction to one of theater’s most complex figures – though seasoned Stephen Sondheim devotees may find themselves wanting more.
Returning musicals take another shot at success – with very different outcomes.
Broadway is being subjected to a steady parade of Hollywood names parachuting into familiar titles, propped up by prestige directors and stratospheric ticket prices.
The Off Broadway revival demonstrates how 10 years of dedicated work can make a mediocre musical even worse.
Prices for Broadway tickets are out of control. But that’s not stopping people from buying them — provided they get to see the right Hollywood stars.
A clever British import and a soulful Cuban music-fest reflect a season that delivers the full range of musical storytelling Broadway’s been missing
In a production filled with emotional intensity, Audra McDonald delivers a powerhouse portrayal that elevates a somewhat uneven staging.
Theater Commentary: The 2025 Tonys Were a Mess — But the Season Was Glorious
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