Musical takes flight with stand-out performances
USC’s City of Angels soars with its production value and impeccable singing and acting.
Documentary play fights for social, political justice
SEVEN, a play centered on human rights, inspires viewers to partake in cultural activism.
Rock of Ages proves wildly entertaining
Contemporary musical Rock of Ages recaptures the spirit of ’80s rock ‘n’ roll with inspiring music while also poking fun at clichés.
Musical hits highs and lows
Esteemed musical Sweeney Todd shines with its music but falters in its pacing.
Improv refreshes literature
Jane Austen’s classics meet improv in the contemporary Jane Austen UnScripted.
Play pays moving homage to author
Letters from Zora relies on authenticity to depict the life of Zora Neale Hurston.
Herakles applies modern practices to ancient play
Herakles fuses contemporary issues and multimedia with timeless themes such as war.
California Dreamin’ shows off convoluted histrionics
The new play features strong performances, but the script proves to be underdeveloped.
Spamalot continues to shine nationwide
Actor James David Larson opens up about the hit musical’s tour and the adaptation of the classic Monty Python work.
MFA production succeeds despite minor drawbacks
The Cherry Orchard depends on talented acting and unique set design to hold attention.