Sunday, September 22, 2013

"Old Friends" at Signature Theatre

KenderTheater (@KenderTheater)
Horton Foote's #OldFriends @SignatureTheatr is one of his lesser plays and lacks his signature subtlety, but is given a fine production: B

Saturday, September 21, 2013

"Mr. Burns" Dazzles at Playwrights Horizons

KenderTheater (@KenderTheater)
#Mr.Burns @phnyc is a brilliant play that illustrates how art thrives by drawing on appropriation, experience and the resilience of human spirit.  It took me until Act 3 to fully understand and appreciate its deep and resonant themes.  A great start to the new season at Playwright's Horizons, which may be the best developer of exciting new works in American theater today.


"Arguendo" at Public Theater

KenderTheater (@KenderTheater)
#Arguendo @PublicTheaterNY feels obvious, forced and untheatrical. Supreme Court oral argument can be absurd - that is nothing new: C


Friday, September 20, 2013

"The Glass Menagerie" Given New Life on Broadway

KenderTheater (@KenderTheater)
Broadway "The Glass Menagerie" revival with Cherry Jones is stunningly beautiful with exquisite acting and staging. Cherry Jones does it again with great support from the rest of this perfect cast.  This production makes this often staged classic Tennessee Williams play feel brand new: A


Monday, September 16, 2013

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KenderTheater (@KenderTheater)
#ShortTerm12 is a heartfelt, moving and terrific indy film with outstanding acting all around. Don't miss this gem.