'Life of Pi' is a feast for the eyes, but don't expect much drama by Peter Marks

"Life of Pi," a 2001 novel that became a 2012 movie, has now come to Broadway.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:36pm on March 30, 2023[SHARE]

In the historic comedy 'Ben Butler,' a serious war of words by Celia Wren

Washington Stage Guild production of Richard Strand's 2014 play uses comedy to touch on some of the darkest chapters in America's past.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 1:36pm on March 29, 2023[SHARE]

In 'The Jungle,' refugees act in show inspired by their journeys by Thomas Floyd

At the Shakespeare Theatre's immersive theater experience, the actors " former refugees " and audience share the stage: a re-creation of a migrant camp

SOURCE: Washington Post at 12:32pm on March 29, 2023[SHARE]

Welcome to the scintillating 'Jungle.' Bring your empathy. by Peter Marks

Directors Stephen Daldry and Justin Martin stage an immersive experience about the migrant crisis, "The Jungle," in D.C.'s Harman Hall

SOURCE: Washington Post at 2:32pm on March 28, 2023[SHARE]

Balanchine died 40 years ago. The ballet world still hasn't moved on. by Elinor Hitt

The podcast "Turning Point: Room of Mirrors" explores the great choreographer's legacy amid debates as to the future of the art form.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 7:54am on March 28, 2023[SHARE]

Ford's Theatre's roof is raised by the gospel of 'Shout Sister Shout!' by Peter Marks

The story of the Swinging Gospel Queen, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, makes for an evening of rousing musicality.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 4:32pm on March 27, 2023[SHARE]

Groban and Ashford ignite the flames of a funny, sexier 'Sweeney Todd' by Peter Marks

Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford ignite the flames of a funny, sexier "Sweeney Todd: the Demon Barber of Fleet Street," which had its official opening Sunday.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 9:01pm on March 26, 2023[SHARE]

With 'Angels in America,' a Hungarian director puts down roots in U.S. by Peter Marks

Janos Szasz, leaving behind a repressive homeland, directs the revival at Arena Stage.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 8:06am on March 24, 2023[SHARE]

Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'Bad Cinderella' gets the title it deserves by Peter Marks

An evening of desultory juvenile antics awaits theatergoers at Broadway's Imperial Theatre, where Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Bad Cinderella" has officially opened.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 12:24am on March 24, 2023[SHARE]

Signature's 'Pacific Overtures' is gently moving but needs more bite by Peter Marks

Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman's 'Pacific Overtures,' about an unwelcome expedition, reminds us of the composer's genius

SOURCE: Washington Post at 4:07pm on March 20, 2023[SHARE]

'Shout Sister Shout!' celebrates the legacy of Sister Rosetta Tharpe by Alexis P. Williams

The musical at Ford's Theatre honors an overlooked rock-and-roll trailblazer.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 8:48am on March 20, 2023[SHARE]

Jessica Chastain was scared of returning to Broadway. Ibsen cured that. by Peter Marks

Oscar winner Jessica Chastain is receiving critical acclaim for her portrayal of Nora Helmer in Jamie Lloyd's production of "A Doll's House."

SOURCE: Washington Post at 6:00am on March 17, 2023[SHARE]

Ben Platt takes the lead in a too-stately 'Parade' on Broadway by Peter Marks

"Parade," the musical about the unjust conviction of a Jewish man in 1913 Georgia, stars Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:00pm on March 16, 2023[SHARE]

At Theater J, 'Gloria' shares Steinem's stories as well as her activism by Celia Wren

Monday's opening-night performance of "Gloria: A Life" featured an appearance by the activist herself.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 12:52pm on March 16, 2023[SHARE]

They sing 'Agony' in 'Into the Woods' nightly, and feel the joy daily by Peter Marks

Gavin Creel and Jason Forbach, the princes in the Sondheim-Lapine musical, break down one of the musical's best numbers.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 6:00am on March 16, 2023[SHARE]

Bringing Japan and its traditions to Signature's 'Pacific Overtures' by Celia Wren

The creative team for Sondheim's infrequently produced show includes experts on Japanese swordplay, Kabuki and taiko drumming.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:50am on March 15, 2023[SHARE]

Lynn Seymour, thrillingly expressive ballerina, dies at 83 by Harrison Smith

The Canadian-born dancer starred with the Royal Ballet in London, working with choreographers including Kenneth MacMillan and Frederick Ashton.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 8:04pm on March 14, 2023[SHARE]

'A Nice Indian Boy' is a meet-the-parents comedy that's too familiar by Celia Wren

At Olney Theatre Center, Madhuri Shekar's 2014 play benefits from Lynette Rathnam's impeccable comic timing.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 1:31pm on March 14, 2023[SHARE]

A delightful 'Seagull' with Parker Posey is modernized and done right by Peter Marks

Off-Broadway, Parker Posey stars in Thomas Bradshaw's updating of Chekhov's ever-popular "The Seagull" to the present in Woodstock, N.Y.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 2:13pm on March 10, 2023[SHARE]

Jessica Chastain captivates in a strikingly minimalist 'Doll's House' by Peter Marks

Ibsen's masterwork is revived in a spare, illuminating production, directed by Jamie Lloyd.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 8:30pm on March 9, 2023[SHARE]

At Studio Theatre, Lynn Nottage's 'Clyde's' serves up hope and humor by Celia Wren

Directed by Candis C. Jones at the D.C. theater, the Lynn Nottage play delves into grim systemic problems.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 1:34pm on March 8, 2023[SHARE]

Arena Stage narrows hunt for new leader as Smith picks her final plays by Peter Marks

Board of acclaimed D.C. theater plans to announce successor to artistic director Molly Smith soon; her 2023-2024 slate includes both new musicals and plays.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 8:00am on March 8, 2023[SHARE]

'Selling Kabul' falls short of its 'Homeland'-style ambitions by Peter Marks

Sylvia Khoury's drama about life in the Afghan capital, at Signature Theatre through April 2, is more sluggish than scintillating.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 3:01pm on March 6, 2023[SHARE]

At Synetic Theater, a son follows in his father's footsteps by Thomas Floyd

As Synetic Theater co-founder and performer Paata Tsikurishvili recuperates from injuries sustained in a car crash, his son Vato steps to the fore.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 9:46am on March 6, 2023[SHARE]

I've seen the best "King Lear" of my life. Patrick Page moved me to tears. by Peter Marks

Review of Simon Godwin's production in Washington, DC

SOURCE: Washington Post at 8:22am on March 6, 2023[SHARE]