Review

‘Island; Or, To Be or Not To Be’ Entertains as Artfully Imaginative Plagiarism of the Bard

In an exuberant production by New York Shakespeare Exchange, Kevin Brewer’s “Island; Or to Be or Not to Be” is both a sendup and an appreciation of what makes Shakespeare’s work so enduring.

'The Mystery of Edwin Drood' Sings Again at Roundabout

Roundabout has revived Rupert Holmes’ 1985 musical of Charles Dickens’ “The Mystery of Edwin Drood” in director Scott Ellis’ brisk and bright, strikingly handsome production.

‘Hands on a Hardbody’ Rarely Comes to Life

In Doug Wright, Amanda Green, and Trey Anastasio’s “Hands on a Hardbody,” based on a 1997 documentary, the likes of Keith Carradine and Hunter Foster do what they can with little.

Well-Intentioned 'Bare' Traffics in Stereotypes and Clichés

The 2004 cult musical “Bare” returns to Off-Broadway in search of mainstream success in director Stafford Arima’s ambitious and extensive retooling, but it’s unlikely to find it.

The Grönholm Method

Stephen Spinella and Jonathan Cake grace the cast of Jordi Galcerán Ferrer’s “The Grönholm Method,” a scathing, delightfully twisted satire of corporate greed, at Falcon Theatre.

The Acting Company's 'Of Mice and Men' Packs a Punch

“Of Mice and Men,” John Steinbeck’s classic portrait of human loneliness among Depression-era ranch workers, receives a moving production from the Acting Company.

'Faith: Part I of a Mexican Trilogy' Completes a Significant Theatrical Achievement

“Faith: Part I of A Mexican Trilogy,” the first play in Evelina Fernández’s imposing trilogy about a Mexican-American matriarchy, from Latino Theater Company, should not be missed.

Japanese Internment Camp Musical 'Allegiance' Deals With Disturbing History but Stays Aurally Pleasing

This world premiere musical about Japanese internment during World War II features George Takei and Lea Salonga in a cast of talented performers.

‘Orphans’ Offers Fine Actors Playing Synthetic Power Games

Lyle Kessler’s 1985 play “Orphans,” making its Broadway debut starring Alec Baldwin, remains a tiresome mix of pilfered Pinter and stolen Shepard enlivened by flashy performances.

Canadian Prize Winner 'The Drawer Boy' Makes Belated NY Debut

Michael Healey’s quietly intense “The Drawer Boy,” from Oberon Theatre Ensemble, paints a portrait of devastating heartbreak leavened by the surprising healing power of theater.