Denver Theater Reviews

BWW Reviews: The Edge Theatre Welcomes Incredible Ensemble in THE SHADOW BOX

First, compliments go out to entire ensemble as a whole for working so well together and building a strong chemistry that drew the audience in completely. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Fine Arts Center's THE DROWSY CHAPERONE - A Celebration of Musicals and Those Who Love Them

'I hate the theater; it's so disappointing,' may be the most ironic opening line in recent memory. The Drowsy Chaperone, is nothing less than a celebration of musical comedy in all its beautiful and frequently absurd glory, and the Fine Arts Center's production of it is as entertaining an experience as you can find in the region right now. (more...)

BWW Reviews: The Arvada Center's DIVIDING THE ESTATE - Amusing but Not Hilarious

While the script is quite humorous and read well onstage, it was apparent that there was definitely something lacking in this production. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Quick Take of MARY POPPINS National Tour in Denver

I must say that there was plenty of Disney magic in this visual extravaganza and it delighted my inner-child ever so much. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Candlelight Dinner Playhouse Presents Piece of CO History in THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN

I was truly in awe of Candlelight Dinner Playhouse being a cultural beacon in the middle of the north Colorado farm fields. (more...)

BWW Reviews: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN National Tour in Denver - Clear Skies with a Bit of Turbulance

As a fan of the true story and the movie, I wondered how they would tackle the complicated plot and several subplots that filled this boy's complex life (more...)

BWW Reviews: Theatreworks' EVERYMAN ON THE BUS Goes on the Ride of a Lifetime

The stage may be unconventional-and uncomfortable-but Theatreworks' new interpretation of Everyman is worth the trip. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Arvada Center Makes Family Christmas Magic with MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET-THE MUSICAL

The award winning Arvada Center brings Christmas joy with MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET-THE MUSICAL playing now through December 23rd. The musical is based on the story 'Miracle on 34th Street' by Valentine Davies; book, music and lyrics were written and composed by Meredith Willson (The Music Man and The Unsinkable Molly Brown). As Miracle on 34th Street unfolds, a wise old white bearded gentlemen claiming to be Kris Kringle shows up in New York City only to discover that the holiday to which he is eternally associated has become tarnished by commercialism and greed. When he gets hired as Santa Claus at Macy's, the jolly old gentleman goes about setting things right - even as events conspire against him. Based on the delightful movie classic that starred Edmund Gwenn as Kringle and a young Natalie Wood, this musical version includes memorable songs such as 'Jolly Old St. Nicholas,' 'The Holly and the Ivy' and more. As we get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season, we all need a little break to remember that miracles do happen. The Miracle on 34th Street is pure family entertainment - make it part of your holiday celebration. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Denver's Dangerous Theater Presents Fascinating COMFORT IN THE ARMS OF THE DAMNED

This was a twisted and seductive show that had some fascinating content. (more...)

BWW Reviews: The Denver Center Presents a Tender, Thought Provoking Performance in THE GIVER

Reminiscent of Asimov with a hint of The Hunger Games, this show explores the possibility of humans being micromanaged in every aspect of their lives and humanity being reduced to a calculation. (more...)

BWW Reviews: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES National Tour - A Gay Ol' Time at the Denver Center!

This American classic tickled every gay bone in my body! (more...)

BWW Reviews: Spotlight Theatre Presents Delicious Suspense in MURDER ON THE NILE

This ensemble was full of quirky characters and outstanding performances. (more...)

BWW Reviews: The National Tour of BOOK OF MORMON at the Denver Center - OMG Funny!

This twisted show was outrageously offensive and Denver couldn't get enough! (more...)

BWW Reviews: Ignite Theatre's SPRING AWAKENING - A Stellar Ensemble!

That's when it hit me - while my generation (Gen X) had their defining musical, fondly known as RENT, this was an entirely new generations musical. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Curtains Up Theatre Presents Quaint Community Theater in THE MUSIC MAN

One thing that I love about community theater is that you get all walks of life, be it young or old that have a passion for performing; and the one thing that stands out above all the other elements is heart. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Spark Theater's THE LOVE POTION - Pleasant, but Needed More!

Usually directors tell actors they are being over-the-top and need to pull it back, but exactly the opposite needed to happen with this production. (more...)

BWW Reviews: The Edge Theater's IT'S JUST SEX - An Enticing Ensemble

This show is a PBS After School Special of the very naughty kind! (more...)

BWW Reviews: Curious Theatre's RED - and Instant Masterpiece

Simply put, this play is a work of art thanks to genius directing, a wonderful natural set, and two amazing performances! (more...)

BWW Reviews: Arvada Center's TWELFTH NIGHT or WHAT YOU WILL, a Comedy - Why So Serious?

Malvolio is much, much darker and when he vows revenge in the last scene it comes off as ominous and sinister. It left me wondering if there was going to be a sequel - "Friday the 13th Night!" "Malvolio's Revenge!" "The Dark Night Rises!" (more...)

BWW Reviews: Spark Theater Presents Chekov's THREE SISTERS - An Instant Classic

This is one of the aspects I truly adore about Spark Theater--the intamacy. It feels like I am witnessing living art, and it is fascinating to watch. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Ignite Theatre's THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL - a White Trash Winner!

Do not take your hair out of those curlers, grab a lawn chair and a PBR and go see this instant cult-classic! (more...)

BWW Reviews: Boulder's Dinner Theatre Presents THE DROWSY CHAPERONE - an Over the Top Triumph!

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE is truly a gay, show-within-a-show romp for the ages. At first I was like 'What gay holy hell is this?!' (more...)

BWW Reviews: Ignite Theatre's THE BUSY WORLD IS HUSHED - Incomplete

The players went through the blocking just fine, but never truly embodied or developed the characters to the depths of their potential emotional scope. Basically, they put on a play but not a performance. (more...)

BWW Reviews: The Denver Center's THE GREAT WALL STORY - Historically Delightful!

This is really a funny and lighthearted play that highlights the technological promises of a new century and offers a fascinating glimpse into Denver history. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Miners Alley's MASTER CLASS - Terrific Talent!

Marcia Ragonetti is the very embodiment of Callas, an eerie reanimation of this demanding diva. (more...)