Christopher Caggiano

Theater Reviews: On Broadway, “Topdog” Sizzles While “Salesman” Slogs

December 9, 2022
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In Broadway revivals, Topdog/Underdog is absolutely riveting, while Death of a Salesman feels forced and unconvincing.

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Theater Reviews: “Hangmen” and “American Buffalo” on Broadway — From the Gallows to the Gutter

May 23, 2022
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Two dark comedies explore American and British subcultures far below the line of decency.

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Theater Review: “The Minutes” on Broadway Beguiles and Befuddles

April 29, 2022
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Pulitzer Prize-winner Tracy Letts’s new Broadway play features an intriguing premise and a shocking denouement.

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Arts Remembrance: Stephen Sondheim – Musical Theater Mourns the Passing of a Giant

November 30, 2021
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Stephen Sondheim was the most influential musical-theater artist of the modern era. His death leaves a permanent hole in the art form and in the hearts of his fans.

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Arts Remembrance: Terrence McNally — Dramatist and Father of the Serious Contemporary Musical 

March 27, 2020
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The late Terrence McNally was more than just a masterful playwright. He also forged new roads in musical theater.

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Theater Review – “Gloria” Squanders an Iconic Life

February 6, 2020
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The main problem with Gloria is its expository storytelling. Events are mostly announced and described rather than recreated.

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Theater Feature: Best Stage Productions of 2019

December 28, 2019
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Our theater critics pick some of the outstanding productions of the year.

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Theater Review: A Musical “Moby-Dick” Lumbers from its Seabed at the A.R.T.

December 20, 2019
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Dave Malloy’s musical version of Moby-Dick shows promise, but he needs to trim plenty of blubber.

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Theater Review: A Three-Hour “Bright Room Called Day” Befuddles at the Public Theater

December 1, 2019
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Tony Kushner attempts a re-write of his first professional play. The results are decidedly mixed.

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Theater Review: “Come From Away” — A Heartening Tale of Human Connection

November 11, 2019
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Come From Away is more than just a rousing and heart-warming 100 minutes of theatrical entertainment. It’s a poignant reminder, and celebration, of what we’re all capable of as people.

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