52 stories by "Db Frick"
 "44: The Musical" is a spirited and inventive theatrical homage to the Obama presidency, capturing the essence of a transformative era in American history with wit, vibrancy, and heart.…
Stachel's ability to embody a wide array of voices and characters with such authenticity and precision is breathtaking. Each impersonation is delivered with nuance and depth, making the audi…
       In the realm of modern musical theater, Krista Weaver's "Monster Love" emerges as a captivating revelation that, even in its unfinished state, showcases th…
"Old Friends," the joyous Sondheim revue now gracing the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, is less a show and more a heartfelt celebration"a Broadway party where every guest is an absolute legend!…
 This is my second opportunity to review one of the five books by the aforementioned. He always delivers whether it be as a story writer, stand up, actor or rapper, yes, even rapper. Ask…
There are moments in history when escape feels essential, and 2025 is certainly one of them. Step through the incense-laden, smoky entrance of Theatre XIV in Bushwick, and you'll find yourse…
This past weekend, from February 7th to 9th, BroadwayCon filled New York City with an electric energy as fans from all over the world gathered to celebrate the magic of musical theatre. Now …
"My First Ex-Husband" is an electrifying evening of comedic brilliance that showcases the incredible talents of Joy Behar, Susie Essman, Tovah Feldshuh, and Adrienne C. Moore. Running from J…
 Laughs, Heart, and Great Spaghetti: Chris Ferretti Takes the Stage at The Green Room 42** Prepare for a night of laughter and unforgettable stories as NYC-based comedian Chris Ferretti …
A club remix of the Nutcracker theme that melts, like chocolate candy on the tongue, into a sultry live rendition of "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)"? That's entertainment, baby. My love to…
As someone who has never attended an all out burlesque event before, I was initially unsure about what to expect when my love insisted we go to Santa's Secret Immersive Holiday Experience. F…
This holiday season, treat yourself to a delightful spin on a classic tale at The Players Theatre, where "A Christmas Carol: The Musical," by Be Bold! Productions and written by Michael Sgou…
        The Broadway premiere of "A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL" has made its sparkling debut at the electrifying Studio 54, and it's a music…
Gavin Gregory who stars as King Joe Oliver Growing up, jazz transcended mere entertainment; it formed the very rhythm of my existence. My childhood was a mosaic of rich, soulful sounds, eman…
A mere 365 days ago, I found myself stepping onto the productions of America's largest theatrical conglomerate, The American Immersion Theater (AIT). Specializing in delightfully twisted…
I had the pleasure of attending BroadwayCon this past week at The New York Hilton. This marked my sixth review of the event since it was founded by Anthony Rapp in 2016. It's hard to believe…
  Sufferegette!!!! Owww!!! Owwww!!! As Sir Paul McCartney once sang. "Suffs," the latest Broadway sensation executive produced by Hillary Clinton. Suffs transports audiences back to …
 The new musical adaptation of "The Great Gatsby" on Broadway seems to be in a race to outdo other shows with more rain than you can shake a stick at and more cars than Jerry Seinfeld co…
     As if I didnt have enough reasons to not have children. "Mary Jane" written by Amy Herzog (who once again hardens the fact that she is America's premiere playwright)…
When I stepped out into the bright stage light I was brought back to 1967. In 1983 at age 7 I first saw "The Outsiders". I watched it over and over again. I didn't realize why I needed to wa…
 I had the chance to revisit my Alma Mater this week, descending from the 1999 graduating class and reuniting with the captivating world of theater amidst the ongoing pandemic. Walking i…
2024 Cast Of Spamalot Photo: Playbill: Alex Brightman Knight of "Ni" Â Â I decided to review "Spamalot"after its run was over because I think it's funny. I had the pleasure of attendin…
         My girlfriend, whose love of Ingrid Michaelson knows no bounds, made me go see "The Notebook" on Broadway and I cried for 2 1/2 hours straight. T…
Welcome to the world of "Stand Up Memories," a sidesplittingly delightful comedic talk show that pairs the comedic genius of Jackie Martling and Peter Bales"two luminaries of the Long Island…
    I'm a huge fan of satire and parody when it comes to comedy genres. Recently, I had the pleasure of viewing "Lincoln: The Musical," by Artie Brennan with a cast of hilari…
