Reviews by Carol Moore

*** Recommended *** "No Man’s Land" might be heavy going for many people.  Harold Pinter’s 1974 drama about a couple of old sots resembles a battle of words with no real winner. Everything is clearer after a lot of alcohol is consumed, right?  Almost everyone I knew in college indulged in deep philosophical discussions after having a few too many adult beverages.  Most of us grew up.  These guys never did.  3 Spotlights

**** Highly Recommended **** I absolutely loved the Kokandy production of "The SpongeBob Musical"!  SpongeBob is colorful, campy and true to the cartoon.  The musical numbers, all written by different people, shouldn’t have worked together, and yet they totally do!  The enthusiastic and energetic cast, all wearing neon-bright, multi-colored costumes and wigs, were terrific, dancing and singing their heart out!  What a fun show!   4 BIG Spotlights

**** Recommended **** A big thank you to Writers Theatre for graciously allowing me to attend a performance of "A Distinct Society" near the end of the run.  It would have been a tragedy to miss this gripping human drama.  Based on a true story, this one-act play packs an emotional wallop!  I have to admit I had a tear or two in my eye at the end.  4 Spotlights

**** Recommended **** Drury Lane’s new production, "The 39 Steps", kept me laughing from beginning to end.  By the way, if you’re thinking this is just an adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s 1935 moody black and white spy film that you’ve seen four times, forget about it!  That movie is an adaptation of a novel by John Buchan.  Although playwright Patrick Barlow did Buchan’s book as well as the movie for inspiration, he put his own spin on the story.  His version of "The 39 Steps" is a campy, melodramatic spoof with just four actors, playing all the parts.  Kudos to Director Johanna McKenzie Miller for a brilliant show.  If you’re looking for laughs, this is the show for you.  4 BIG Spotlights