Charles McNulty, Theater Critic


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'South Pacific'
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The Broadway revival's songs still enchant even though the musical is dated by...



'Avenue Q' can really grow on you
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The Tony-winning musical lends a new twist to the familiar “Sesame Street”...



'ShowBusiness: The Road to Broadway'
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The documentary 'Show Business' is a tribute to New York theater and those who...



Attention must be paid
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Lisa Loomer paints a family portrait of ADD in "Distracted," but it’s a bit...



'Wicked' is almost sure to be evergreen
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The hit musical makes L.A. its new Oz, with terrific lead performers who enhance...



Straight into the face of war
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How do men and women psychologically cope with their transformation into...



Chalk one up for candor
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Carrie Fisher may be better on the page than on the stage but when it's her...



'Piazza's' dramatic light grows sharper
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Actors' portrayals bolster the cumulative power of the story and Adam Guettel'...



'Wrestling With Angels'
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A documentary about outspoken playwright Tony Kushner is too reverent to dig...



If it only had a heart
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Des McAnuff’s dazzling update of "The Wiz" emphasizes electronics over emotions.



One-man show
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Michael Ritchie’s first year guiding Center Theatre Group reflects an eye for...



Equal-opportunity love
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There's a California spin to the jaunty "As You Like It," which tweaks identity.


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