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Written by PJ Freebourn
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Tuesday, 27 February 2007 |
 Ok, let me start by saying that this is one of my favorite musicals. It is an incredibly funny self-mocking musical filled with spoof and satire. By the name, one might think we are about to be sit through an extended night of bathroom style one liners like “Big Yellow River” by I. P. Freely, but we are actually treated to an evening full of comedy that is both intelligent and fresh (plus bad bathroom jokes).
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Written by David Springstead
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Monday, 26 February 2007 |
 Thank goodness for British theatre and their playwrights, for without them we wouldn't have access to a wealth of comedy that has come to be known as the "sex farce."
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Written by Martha Haney
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Monday, 26 February 2007 |
 Poquoson Island Players (PIP's) recently opened Red, Hot and Cole. This tribute to the life of songwriter (most notably for his Broadway showtunes) Cole Porter had a two weekend run at Poquoson Middle School.
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Written by M. J. Garland
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Wednesday, 14 February 2007 |
 Currently running at the Generic Theatre is Kristine Thatcher's heart warming drama Emma's Child. This production has moments of beautiful writing and heart warming scenes while holding a much needed laugh in a male bonding scene that is not to be missed.
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Written by M. J, Garland
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Thursday, 01 February 2007 |
 Oscar Wilde was a man of words, wit and wonderment. Wilde was WILD. The Importance of Being Earnest is a play that has always been near and dear to my heart. It is very possibly Oscar Wilde’s most brilliant play, which is saying a lot since he is considered to be amongst Europe's best and brightest playwrights.
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Written by Ronnie Pirate
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Sunday, 28 January 2007 |
 I asked if any friends wanted to go with me to see a play about the Black Plague.
"Is it like Holy Grail? Bring out your dead?"
"Oh lord, this is going to be like Philadelphia or something, isn't it?"
Fortunately, neither was the case. The Little Theater of Virginia Beach has put together what I would say is one of the strongest shows of this season. The Living, though not quite what they advertise, is worthy of not only public attendance, but school field trips.
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Written by M.J. Garland
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Sunday, 21 January 2007 |
 Virginia Stage Company begins the new year with Indoor/Outdoor, a
wonderful and spellbinding comedy by Kenny Finkle.
This production is a theatrical experience from
beginning to end with sets, lighting, costumes and
performances that make you think you may have
sniffed a little too much catnip.
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Written by David Springstead
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Friday, 19 January 2007 |
 In 1950, Isaac Asimov wrote a collection of short stories entitled "I, Robot." In this collection were several tales of robots (advanced technology) and their relationship to mankind. And in order for them to peacefully co-exist, Asimov wrote that the robots/machinery had to be governed by the three laws of robotics. These laws basically stated that a human being could not be harmed, either by action or inaction.
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Written by Wendy Jade
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Saturday, 13 January 2007 |
 Have you ever been to see a production and were
thoroughly entertained and amused but, in the end, had no idea what it was
about? This is how I felt about the
Peninsula Community Theatre’s production of Greetings! by Tom Dudzick.
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Written by David Springstead
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Monday, 01 January 2007 |
 Once more the area has been graced with a production that's out on the road in one of those infamous truck and bus tours. These road shows can be everything from outstanding to just plain bad. Life on the road as an actor isn't all glamour. The number of performances is usually pretty demanding, and depending on the tour venues (A, B, or C types) your backstage area can be quite... interesting. And living out of a suitcase is never easy.
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Written by Ronnie Pirate
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Monday, 25 December 2006 |
 You may very well know Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, and Vixen, as well as Comet, Cupid Donner, and Blitzen. But, did you know that Mrs. Claus is a raging alcoholic? Have you heard the rumors about why you shouldn’t get caught alone with Santa in the toy shop? And what exactly did happen to Rudolph?
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Written by Mike Diana
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Monday, 18 December 2006 |
 Inspector Goole:
"We don't live alone. We are members of one body. We are responsible for each other . . . and if men will not learn that lesson, then they will be taught it in fire and blood and anguish." |
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Written by M.J. Garland
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Sunday, 17 December 2006 |
 This past weekend I had the pleasure of seeing Free Reign Theatre's production of Into the Woods by Stephen Sondheim at the George M. and Linda H. Kaufman Theatre in the Chrysler Museum. This musical - amongst one of my top favorites - always poses a challenge for community based groups. This case is no different. Into the Woods also nicknamed "Into the Words" by Forbidden Broadway in New York brings many challenges to groups.
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Written by Ronnie Pirate
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Tuesday, 05 December 2006 |
If you're not game for another Nutcracker or overplayed British tot on a crutch, you might want to try the Generic's holiday offering A Tuna Christmas by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, and Ed Howard. It's an offbeat look at the holiday from the "Everything is Bigger in" state, except the third smallest town - Tuna. Here in Tuna, the townies deal with their own goofy rivalries over the best Christmas yard display while giving us a hilarious dose of Texanisms.
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Written by Sarah Joy
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Wednesday, 22 November 2006 |
 It was a dark and stormy night... No really... I was drenched on my walk from the car to the Hampton Coliseum where Cirque du Soliel's Delirium "Music in Motion" was performing...
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Written by M. J. Garland
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Wednesday, 15 November 2006 |
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Tom Stoppard, one of Britain's most living playwrights, reaches new heights with CNU's current production. What is there to say about this production? A lot.
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Written by David Springstead
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Tuesday, 14 November 2006 |
The Little Theatre of Virginia Beach has to be one of the most interesting performance spaces I have ever seen. What can only be called "theatre in the corner" makes for a unique view for the audience, and most probably a nightmare for a scenic designer.
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Written by Laura Apelt
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Monday, 13 November 2006 |
 Deciding how to proceed with this review for Sleuth at Williamsburg Players has been difficult for me. It's comparitively easy to write reviews on shows that are either really great or really terrible. But no one is going to want to read a review that simply shrugs and says "Eh, it's wasn't bad."
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Written by Wendy Maveal
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Sunday, 12 November 2006 |
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Ok, so maybe I am a bit of a theater snob sometimes, I’ll
admit, so I didn’t have very high expectations for The Wizard of Oz put on
by Smithfield Little Theatre.
Well, wrong I was… it happens occasionally.
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Written by David Springstead
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Wednesday, 08 November 2006 |
 "THE LITTLE FOXES" by Lillian Hellman is one of those shows that could
be overly melodramatic if not handled well by both director and cast.
The Little Theatre of Norfolk has been blessed with just such an
occurance.
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