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Theatre Is Easy: Best Bets, March 2008
The spring theatre season is officially under way! We now present our top picks for all of your March New York theatre needs (click on a show title below to read the Theatre Is
Read More »Theatre Is Easy: “In the Heights”
BOTTOM LINE: In the Heights is the first musical I’ve seen in a long time that has something for everyone. It’s original and provocative without being whiny, and the music, choreography, and talent are
Read More »Theatre Is Easy: “Passing Strange”
BOTTOM LINE: An avant-garde new musical for artists, by artists. It’s quite inventive and touching, but maybe too “out there” for non-artists. Passing Strange is a new rock musical about rock music. And it
Read More »Theatre Is Easy: Eddie Izzard
BOTTOM LINE: British humor — I mean, humour — at its finest. Okay, you caught me — Eddie Izzard is a comedian and Theatre Is Easy doesn’t cover comedy, but I’m making an exception
Read More »Theatre Is Easy: “Sunday in the Park With George”
BOTTOM LINE: Not Sondheim’s best work, but a really beautiful revival of a really beautiful musical based on the life of French painter Georges Seurat. The revival of Sunday in the Park With George
Read More »Theatre Is Easy: Best Bets, February 2008
Welcome to Best Bets, your ultimate theatre resource from Popdose and theatreiseasy.com. Let us save you time and provide you with information on the NY theatre experience that’s perfect for your every need. Theatre
Read More »Theatre Is Easy: “Next to Normal”
BOTTOM LINE: An uninspired story with mediocre music; a few decent moments and a talented cast keep it from being a total bust; only recommended for those who really like musical theatre and are
Read More »Theatre Is Easy: “The 39 Steps”
BOTTOM LINE: Worth seeing because the production is so imaginative and unique, and also because the cast is incredible. It’s a fun ride, but just know it’s not about the story being told —
Read More »Theatre Is Easy: “August: Osage County”
BOTTOM LINE: It’s as good as the hype: the story and characters are totally compelling. Highly recommended for anyone who likes smart comedy with a darker side. And you can go for $26.50. I
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