Tachis & Lo’s Woman-Centered Classic Upends Patriarchal Power by Jenyth Jo In a time when we cannot trust our old-boy ‘leaders,’ Berkeley Shakes’ “Cyrano” offers dazzling female power. As lovers and fighters, these women rule the stage. In the original “Cyrano de Bergerac,” Edmond Rostand’s macho Cyrano has an enormous nose that prevents romantic…
Dan Hoyle Still Running, Mingling Comedy & Honesty by Corey Finnegan & Barry David Horwitz This review was first published at Theatrius on October 9, 2024. It’s time again to enjoy the gaggle of folks that Dan Hoyle has lived with and recreated from across the country. Hoyle uses his rubber-face, his whole body, and his reportorial…
O’Farrell & Chakrabarti Celebrate Women’s Natural Wisdom by Mary Lou Herlihy In a brilliant reimagining of Anne Hathaway’s life, Royal Shakespeare Company’s “Hamnet” conquers the stage. As Anne/Agnes, passionate Kemi-Bo Jacobs awakens deep emotions in young Will, played by dazzling Rory Alexander. Agnes’ mystical connections to nature and her fierce independence stir Will’s passion…