Encore Michigan

Cheeky commitment is key to this slam-dunk musical

Review February 16, 2014
By Carolyn Hayes Crucial to the success of any theatrical endeavor is properly matching the entertainment value to the entertainment. Take, for example, a tongue-in-cheek,... Continue Reading

Musical sustenance that’s filling, not savory

Review February 10, 2014
By Carolyn Hayes However harsh and cold this Michigan winter proves, the swiftly modernizing world in the wake of the Industrial Revolution was a far... Continue Reading

‘Varekai’ soars its way into The Joe

Review February 09, 2014
By Dana Casadei For many people Joe Louis Arena means hockey. But for those seeing Cirque du Soleil's "Varekai," the arena will now hold memories... Continue Reading

Cozy and enchanting at The Dio

Review February 03, 2014
If the coldest of hands conceal the warmest of hearts, than it is little wonder that playwright John Cariani found the most sizzling selection of... Continue Reading

Detroit women on the verge of historic change

Review February 03, 2014
Reena is a backup singer for a Motown group. Elly, the other protagonist in "1300 Lafayette East," is a backup singer in her own life.... Continue Reading

Tipping Point’s usual suspects pull delightful comic caper

Review February 02, 2014
By Carolyn Hayes Don't mess with success. Dave Davies and Wayne David Parker have a good thing going at Tipping Point Theatre; this is the... Continue Reading

Not your typical Planet Ant late night show (but with outstanding results

Review February 02, 2014
By Dana Casadei Before "The Algorithm" began on opening night, Planet Ant artistic director Shawn Handlon gave the old "turn your phones off" speech. But... Continue Reading

Lions roar in Williamston production

Review February 01, 2014
If you want to feel better about your family's holiday gatherings and the dysfunction that is hung like holly on a tree, take a trip... Continue Reading