My friend Nicole Hertvik took over DC Metro Theater Arts and, occasionally, I’ll review a show or interview a musician for the site. Helps me keep in touch with DC/MD/VA theater and it’s a good flex of the reviewing muscle.
Review: A Rap on Race
A mixed-genre performance (dance and drama) of the 1970s debate between James Baldwin and Margaret Mead. Nicely done, but there’s no rapping. FYI.
Review: The Painted Rocks at Revolver Creek
This was potentially celebrated South African playwright Athol Fugard’s last play, and it’s amazing.
Review: Footloose, the Musical
I reviewed Fairfax City’s production of Footloose: The Musical for DCMTA. Pretty good! My review’s a bit longer than that.
Review: Adult Entertainment
I had the chance to review Elaine May’s “Adult Entertainment.” Features nudity and frequent mentions of Yale University.
Review: Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill
Anyone who knows me knows my deep hardcore love for Bille Holiday, so I jumped at the chance to review “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill.”
An Interview with Sara Jones
I love Sara Jones’s voice, so I jumped at the chance to interview her for D.C. Metro Theater Arts. We talked about her career, some of her favorite singers and, of course, Susan Lucci.
Review: Snow Day
I reviewed another kids’ performance for DCMTA. Fun one for the holidays! This is what you do when you write and have a kid.
Review: Drumming with Dishes
I don’t just write violent crime fiction. Well, I pretty much do, but I also reviewed this children’s show for DC Metro Theater Arts. I’m layered.
An Interview with Nicole Atkins
I had the chance to interview one of today’s best (and my favorites) singer/songwriters, Nicole Atkins! I definitely recommend checking out her music. You know, if you like things that are awesome.
Poetry Cabaret: Capitol Fringe Review
I reviewed a show for D.C.’s Fringe Festival that warned of nudity. There was no nudity. Here’s my SFW review.
