New Jersey Theater Reviews: Best Shows & Critic Recommendations Page 4

Review: CLYDE'S at George Street Playhouse-A True Gem of a Play
by Marina Kennedy - February 07, 2023

George Street Playhouse (GSP) is presenting the lively and moving comedy, 'Clyde’s' through February 19th....

Review: POPCORN FALLS at NJ Rep-A Laugh a Minute
by Marina Kennedy - January 17, 2023

'Popcorn Falls' at NJ Rep is a one-of-a-kind show that promises patrons a terrific time at the theatre.  It’s sure to sell out so get your tickets while you can....

Review: CHICKEN & BISCUITS at Crossroads Theatre Company-An Excellent Comedic Play
by Marina Kennedy - December 28, 2022

Crossroads Theatre Company at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) is presenting the play, Chicken & Biscuits through Saturday, December 31st.  There are just a few more opportunities to enjoy the show, so get your tickets now to top off your holiday week....

Review: JOY THE MUSICAL at George Street Playhouse-A New Show that Entertains and Inspires
by Marina Kennedy - December 21, 2022

George Street Playhouse (GSP) at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) is presenting 'Joy, The Musical' and the timing is ideal. In this season of wonder and hope, the show is both entertaining and inspiring....

Review: TWELFTH NIGHT at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is Ideal to Celebrate the Season
by Marina Kennedy - December 14, 2022

Visit The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) in Madison this holiday season to experience a charming, must-see production of William Shakespeare’s 'Twelfth Night.'...

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at McCarter Theatre Center is a Magical Holiday Production
by Marina Kennedy - December 13, 2022

A thrilling production of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is being presented at McCarter Theatre Center through December 24. ...

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Paper Mill Playhouse Charms Audiences with a Magnificent Production
by Marina Kennedy - December 06, 2022

Paper Mill Playhouse is heralding the holiday season with their magnificent production of The Sound of Music through Sunday, January 1....

Review: WOYZECK at Black Box PAC
by Lianna Albrizio - October 27, 2022

The Black Box PAC, famous for its versatile actors staging literary masterpieces stages its most thrilling and chilling production ahead of Halloween 2022....

Review: EDEN PRARIE 1971-An Outstanding Drama that Deftly Portrays Turmoil in the Early 70's
by Marina Kennedy - October 26, 2022

New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) in Long Branch is now presenting the National New Play Network premiere of “Eden Prairie, 1971.” Crafted by the award-winning playwright, Mat Smart, the story is enthralling from the first minute to the last....

Review: HER PORTMANTEAU at George Street Playhouse-A Powerful and Important Play Excellently Presented
by Marina Kennedy - October 16, 2022

George Street Playhouse (GSP) located at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) opens their 2022-2023 Season with Her Portmanteau, a play that touches the mind and heart....

Review: ON YOUR FEET! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan at Paper Mill Playhouse-A Dynamic Musical Portrait
by Marina Kennedy - October 11, 2022

Once again, Paper Mill Playhouse brings thrilling musical theatre to Millburn with their production of 'On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan.'...

Review: RAGTIME: THE MUSICAL at Little Firehouse Theatre
by Lianna Albrizio - October 10, 2022

The always riotous Bergen County Players do more than just perfectly entertain in 'Ragtime: the Musical.' They make audiences think....

Review: Harold Pinter's THE CARETAKER at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is Riveting Theatre at its Best
by Marina Kennedy - September 27, 2022

Visit The Shakespeare Theatre in Madison to experience the very best in theatre. Harold Pinter’s The Caretaker is now onstage through October 9....

Review: SCAB at Premiere Stages Mesmerizes and Brings a Relevant Labor Dilemma to the Stage
by Marina Kennedy - September 13, 2022

Premiere Stages continues their successful season with Gino Diiorio’s poignant, mesmerizing new play, Scab that was honored as a finalist from the 2020/21 Premiere Play Festival....

Review: THE METROMANIACS at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is Pure Enjoyment
by Marina Kennedy - August 25, 2022

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is now presenting David Ives’ 'The Metromaniacs' on their Main Stage. With the inspired direction of the Theatre’s Director of Education, Brian Crowe and a dream team of a cast, there’s simply no better opportunity to sit back, relax, and have some great ...

Review: THE HUMMINGBIRDS at NJ Rep-A Captivating Two-Hander
by Marina Kennedy - August 10, 2022

The award-winning play, The Hummingbirds is making its Garden State premiere at New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep). Written by poet and playwright, Garret Jon Gronveld, the production enjoys the finest direction by the theatre’s Artistic Director, SuzAnne Barabas....

Review: Dominique Morisseau's MUD ROW at Premiere Stages-An Outstanding and Compelling Play
by Marina Kennedy - July 20, 2022

Premiere Stages at Kean University is now presenting the New Jersey Premiere of Dominique Morisseau’s powerful, modern-day drama, 'Mud Row.'...

Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ's Outdoor Stage is Performance Perfection
by Marina Kennedy - July 08, 2022

The summer theatre season has officially arrived with The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s Outdoor Stage production of William Shakespeare’s 'Much Ado About Nothing.'...

Review: THE PIN UP GIRLS at NJ Rep Shines Bright on the Long Branch Stage
by Marina Kennedy - June 20, 2022

Plan to visit New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) for their new musical production that has it all, The Pin Up Girls: A Musical Love Letter. The show is a wonderfully performed timeless tribute to our armed forces.  Its music and stories will captivate a broad audience....

Review: THREE SISTERS at Two River Theater Brings Anton Chekhov's Classic Play to New Heights
by Marina Kennedy - June 17, 2022

The Two River Theater playwright-in-residence, Madeleine George has collaborated with director Sara Holdren to create a stunning new translation of Anton Chekhov’s beloved classic, Three Sisters.   ...

BWW Review: ENCHANTED APRIL at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ Charms with Humor and Heart
by Marina Kennedy - June 14, 2022

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) has launched their 60th Anniversary Season with a theatrical gem, Matthew Barber's 'Enchanted April.'...

BWW Review: SISTER ACT at Paper Mill Playhouse is a Delightful Musical Comedy Wonderfully Performed
by Marina Kennedy - June 06, 2022

Paper Mill Playhouse wraps up their successful 2021-2022 Season with the beloved Tony Award nominated musical, Sister Act.  The Millburn theatre has brought the show to exciting new heights with elaborate staging and a wonderful cast....

BWW Review: HALLELUJAH, BABY! at Haddonfield Plays & Players Will Have You Yelling “Hallelujah!”
by Amber Kusching - June 01, 2022

Haddonfield Plays & Players’ is South Jersey’s only BYOB theatre. So, grab your favorite beverage and head over to HP&P’s Hallelujah, Baby! playing now through June 4th in Haddonfield, NJ. For more information about the show and to purchase tickets, please visit www.haddonfieldplayers.com...

BWW Review: 'EXPOSED' BY BETH HENLEY at Black Box Performing Arts Center
by Lianna Albrizio - May 16, 2022

In late 1990s Los Angeles at Christmastime, a married man is cheating on his wife while a teen boy who went through foster care is jailed after assaulting a police officer....

BWW Review: A WALK ON THE MOON at George Street Playhouse-A New Musical to Embrace
by Marina Kennedy - May 10, 2022

Musical theatre lovers and many more should head over to George Street Playhouse (GSP) to see the new musical, A Walk on the Moon, now being performed through May 21....