Review: ‘Matilda: The Musical’
Jenna Weir, one of the three young actresses who rotate in the role of Matilda, deserved the standing ovation she received for her sharp, smart and fun performance.
Interview: Michael Park Talks ‘Dear Evan Hansen’, Audition Nerves and Why He Considers Himself “Fortunate”
“I’m always a little bit nervous but those nerves help inform characters sometimes.” – Michael Park on Auditioning
Theatre Review: The 20th Anniversary Tour of Jonathan Larson’s ‘Rent’
Aaron Harrington is absolutely fantastic as Tom Collins and Katie LaMark is equally good as Maureen.
Movie Review: Ben Affleck’s ‘Live By Night’
The film is entertaining enough but given Affleck’s former directing success, we unfortunately (and perhaps mistakenly) expect more.
Movie Review: ‘Fences’ Starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis
Directed with confidence by Washington, FENCES is a pure joy to watch with two dynamite actors in the prime of their careers.
Review: ‘Collateral Beauty’ Starring Will Smith, Kate Winslet, Helen Mirren, Edward Norton and Michael Peña
There’s sadness and plenty of humor and but the movie tries so hard to be uplifting and deep, that it just gets in the way of itself.
Interview: Serayah on ‘Empire’, Her Character and Her Latest Song
“I’ve been in the shoes of fighting all the no’s and waiting to get the yes and once you get the yes, pressing forward and doing what you can with your opportunity that you got.” – Serayah
Movie Review: Damien Chazelle’s ‘La La Land’ Starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling
The movie is likeable and funny, yet extremely frustrating. I just wish the stars had a high-belt or two in their pockets.
Movie Review: Kenneth Lonergan’s ‘Manchester by the Sea’ Starring Casey Affleck
The film is a beautifully sad story about life, loss and family that’s easily one of the best movies of the year.
Review: Lift Up Your Hands for ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’
The National Tour of Hedwig and the Angry Inch got two new leads when it opened here in San Diego this week and both are terrific.
Movie Review: Robert Zemeckis’ ‘Allied’ Starring Brad Pitt and Marion Cotillard
The film is a nice escape to the films of Hollywood yesteryear.
Movie Review: ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’
Director David Yates sets up an ending that will leave you wishing part 2 were right around the corner.
Theatre Review: ‘The Sound of Music’
The show, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien, feels brisk and much quicker than its 2-hour and 50-minute run time.
Movie Review: ‘Nocturnal Animals’ Starring Amy Adams, Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Shannon
Gyllenhaal and Shannon are outstanding, Shannon in particular. This is one of those films that you’ll think about long after the lights come back on.
Movie Review: ‘Loving’ Starring Joel Edgerton and Ruth Negga
It’s a sad, frustrating and inspirational film that puts you right in the mindset of what this couple was feeling and thinking.
Movie Review: ‘Pushing Dead’ Starring James Roday
The perfectly cast Pushing Dead is a warm, gentle and meandering story about an HIV-positive writer named Dan (James Roday) and the friends that surround him.
Interview: Gotham’s Chris Chalk on Playing Lucius Fox, Bad Auditions and Why He Likes Helping Young Actors
“Learn what you are as an artist, what your brand is and what you really want. Instead of letting the industry dictate it for you.” – Chris Chalk
Review: ‘Doomed! The Untold Story of Roger Corman’s The Fantastic Four’
The whole film is a bit inside baseball. It’s interesting as a comic book and Marvel film fan. If that isn’t you, you may want to skip this.
Interview: Dan Amboyer Talks ‘Younger’, Auditioning and His Time at Carnegie Mellon University
Amboyer chats about his audition for YOUNGER, playing a new character and his worst audition ever.
Movie Review: ‘The Girl on the Train’ Starring Emily Blunt
The film is too short on character and tries way too hard for that final ‘gotcha’.