20 stories by "Samara Smukler"
Even if you don’t know the love story that Noah reads Allie from his trusty, timeworn notebook by heart, you’ve surely heard of it before. After all, The Notebook has reached audiences f…
In search of a little extra cheer this upcoming weekend? Look no further for the perfect remedy: Slow Burn Theatre Company's entertaining, heartfelt, and utterly joyful production of Beautif…
After seeing understandably immense success on both Broadway and the West End, the Tony Award-winning play Good Night, Oscar is here in sunny South Florida, enjoying its run at the Maltz Jup…
Picture a cozy cottage lying deep in the heart of Provence, France. It's 1939, and the ever-present threat of World War II looms. Yet nothing can disturb English couple Peter (Daniel Anderso…
Some may say that the first show one sees in the new year might just set the tone for the 12 months ahead. If that's the case, then I'm certainly in for a treat after the Kravis Center's fab…
We all love the many joys that modern trends bring us over the holiday season. Netflix's wintery romcoms? Add to watchlist immediately. Seasonal tunes sung by the radio's favorite pop artist…
From the moment I set foot on Florida Atlantic University's campus, I knew Monday, November 17 was going to be an unforgettable night. After all, for one glittering evening, the University T…
One thing is for certain: Kimberly Akimbo is unlike any musical you've ever seen before. Family secrets, vibrant (and, sometimes, quite possibly toxic) personalities, anagrams, and check fra…
Rosemary Clooney was one of the first stars who introduced me to the magic of Golden Age Hollywood, before I even really knew who she was. White Christmas was one of the first classic movies…
The evening of Saturday, July 19, was cause for celebration at the Delray Beach Playhouse! The special occasion? None other than the Playhouse's Second Annual DelLago Awards Gala. Originally…
Growing up in a family with a strong appreciation for music and an enjoyment of songs across genres and decades, I recall loving The Temptations' music from a young age. Since they're one of…
I'll admit it: as I walked into The Island Theatre at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre, maybe I was a little afraid of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? After all, I had already heard so much about t…
Every song tells a story. . .and Respect: A Musical Journey of Women, the latest installment in the Pompano Players' inaugural season, has dozens to share. This toe-tapping yet thought-provo…
It's time to take a trip to a place "where all your dreams come true!" Moulin Rouge! has just started its run at West Palm Beach's Kravis Center. The sparkling jukebox musical, directed by A…
Are you in search of a captivating classic that perfectly blends comedy, romance, and suspense? Are you ready to tap your feet to catchy tunes and immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of…
Everyone needs a little laughter in their lives"enter Carole Montgomery, veteran of the standup comedy scene nationwide and creator of the hit special Funny Women of a Certain Age. Her show …
The Maltz Jupiter Theatre's production of The Lehman Trilogy is nothing short of epic. Spanning several generations, multiple world-altering events, and three acts, the Tony-winning masterpi…
Why not add a little faith, trust, and pixie dust to your latest trip to the theater? Beloved classic Peter Pan has just landed at the Kravis Center, and it was a real joy getting to embrace…
Sometimes you just need a getaway"one where you can sink your toes into the sand, sip a frothy drink, and splash around in the ocean for as long as you want to. Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Mar…
This Broadway classic is back! Funny Girl, which embarked on a national tour following its hit Broadway revival, is dazzling audiences at the Kravis Center all week long. Directed by Mich…
