Posts by David Dixon
A Relatable and Unique Family in Moxie’s Impactful ‘Mother…’
Some shows and films benefit by dramatically depicting true stories from a fresh perspective. While Moxie Theatre’s fantastic production of Mother of the Maid features Joan of Arc (Mikaela Rae Macias), the drama focuses on her mom, Isabelle (Executive Artistic Director, Jennifer Eve Thorn).
Read MoreMystery at OnStage Playhouse Leads to Dark Reveals
Sometimes, it is best to go into a theatre not knowing much about the show’s plot. While many critics have discussed productions of The Other Place, in depth, that arguably takes away from the journey that the audience goes on with the main character, Juliana Smithton (Tina Machele Brown).
Read MoreEmotions Run Deep in Cygnet’s Great Staging of ‘Water…’
Drug addiction and war are two things that are difficult for many people to recover from. These topics are explored through characters attempting to overcome their inner demons in Cygnet Theatre’s terrific and riveting production of Water by the Spoonful.
Read MoreTurnkey Theatre’s Production of ‘Iris & the Axe’ Offers Spooky Suspense for Halloween
Gamebooks, particularly the “Choose Your Own Adventure” series, can be a lot of fun, since readers are in control of how the plot progresses. The “Choose Your Own Adventure” format is replicated in Turnkey Theatre’s production of the new gothic mystery audio play, Iris and the Axe.
Read MoreThe Truth Comes Out in Roustabouts Powerfully Acted ‘Book of Leaves’
Secrets that family members keep is a reoccurring theme that is often used in entertainment. The Roustabouts Theatre Co.’s filmed reading of the drama, Book of Leaves, is tense to watch, as secrets are revealed between the onstage clan.
Read MoreMusic Duo Create Sparks Throughout Moonlight’s ‘On Your Feet’
Spouses who are able to maintain a strong personal and professional relationship deserve respect, especially when a duo is still going strong after spending many decades together. One such couple, that continue to support each other, are Miami Sound Machine Cuban-American lead singer, Gloria Estefan, and her husband, Emilio.
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