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the bee's knees iPhoto caption: Production still courtesy of The Bee's Knees.

REVIEW: The Bee’s Knees falls short of its timely premise

The Bee’s Knees might evolve into a stronger project down the line, but at present, the play and production feel swept away by the spangled allure of the 1920s setting.

By Aisling Murphy / Nov 22, 2024
dead broke iPhoto caption: Dead Broke production still by Calvin Petersen.

REVIEW: Comedy-horror hybrid Dead Broke successfully spooks

While the non-horror aspects of the show lean towards the more amateur, the scares are incredibly successful. This show pulls off the theatrical horror with seeming ease: That’s reason enough to check it out for yourself.

By Andrea Perez / Nov 5, 2024
iPhoto caption: Photo by Jeremy Mimnagh.

REVIEW: On the Other Side of the Sea toys with human desires and fears

The absurdist, magical play follows the unexpected relationship between an idealistic fisherman and a stubborn businesswoman. 

By Zoe Marin / Feb 16, 2024
A man's profile, facing to the right, closed eyes in a black shirt. iPhoto caption: Photo of Ian Kamau by Bryan Brock

REVIEW: Loss at Luminato Festival/Theatre Centre

In truth, watching Loss feels less like seeing a “show” and more like experiencing a poem performed.

By Mae Smith / Jun 21, 2023