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Review: ‘Hamilton’ in Grand Rapids goes above and beyond expectations

In a New Yorker profile published soon after the Public Theater’s premiere of Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda discussed early theatrical influences, including Les Miserables, Cats and Phantom of the Opera. Of the latter, he said, “I saw Phantom and I was like, ‘Oh, shit!’ Because it’s about an ugly songwriter who wants to impose his will on the world. I related to that.”

Revue Arts 24 January 2020
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Review: ‘Tick, Tick … Boom!’ explosively explores the time bomb of life

The Kalamazoo Civic’s production of “Tick, Tick . . . Boom!” is a blast from the past, a rocking homage to Generation X through one artist’s fear of turning 30 — entailing fears of failure, commitment, selling out, death. You know, the little things.

Revue Arts 13 January 2020
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New Desires: GR Civic brings a timeless Tennessee Williams classic back to the stage

Late in the year 1992, a theatrical group in Springfield put on a show called Oh, Streetcar! The show, a musical version of Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire, opened with a warning about New Orleans (“If you want to go to Hell, you should take a trip/To the Sodom and Gomorrah of the Mississippi”) and ended with a rousing, upbeat number about the kindness of strangers. 

Revue Arts 27 December 2019
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Peaks & Valli's: 'Jersey Boys' celebrates the journey of the Four Seasons

After a nearly two-year hiatus, Jersey Boys once again hits the road to share the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The Tony- and Grammy-winning musical visits Miller Auditorium this month, bringing New Jersey rock ‘n’ roll all the way to West Michigan. 

Revue Arts 27 December 2019
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Laughing Through the Tears: Actors' Theatre's 'Mary Jane' is highly emotional, yet decidedly unsentimental

“If you want Disney,” said Daina Robins, “you should go to Disney. This isn’t some saccharine fairy tale. This play is truthful.”

Revue Arts 27 December 2019
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Gallery of Glass: GRAM’s winter exhibition shows off the beauty of a versatile material

While glass is often described as a delicate property, its metamorphic nature allows artists to explore not only fragility and transparency through their work, but also resiliency and strength. Examining the innovative ways glass can be styled is A New State of Matter: Contemporary Glass, Grand Rapids Art Museum’s latest exhibition. 

Revue Arts 27 December 2019
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Not A Snoozer: Electrifying guitar duo returns for pops program with West Michigan Symphony

Two guitar virtuosos who first performed at The Block in Muskegon return to warm up a January weekend and play a lively and recognizable pops program with West Michigan Symphony. 

Revue Arts 27 December 2019
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Crafting A Pint-Sized Performance: KSO's Craft Music series shrinks the symphony down

In the dead of winter, your soul may be yearning for some early springtime weather; with Michigan, you never know what will come. So instead of shutting yourself in and binge-watching the latest television series, join the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra for a special pint-sized concert at Bell’s Eccentric Café on January 15.

Revue Arts 27 December 2019
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Review: ‘Aladdin’ takes you on a magical journey full of showstopping performances

At the top of the show, before the curtain even rose, an orchestra featuring nine local musicians played an overture of songs from Aladdin, bringing to life the notes familiar to so many in Wharton Center’s audience.

Revue Arts 09 December 2019
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Music in the Air: GR Symphony’s ‘Cirque de Noel’ is a showcase of acrobatics and holiday favorites

Classical Christmas music and flying acrobatics might not be the most obvious duo, but it turns out whimsical circus acts and our favorite holiday songs really are the perfect pair.

Revue Arts 25 November 2019
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Seduction Malfunction: ‘The Last of the Red Hot Lovers’ is a guidebook for how not to cheat

Barney Cashman: middle-aged, happily married, sure; but to the only woman he’s ever been with, staring down mortality, gray and endlessly anchored — is it so wrong that he should get into trouble? For once, or maybe more, depending on his luck?

Revue Arts 25 November 2019
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Tough Nut to Crack: Grand Rapids Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ is a huge undertaking of artistic collaboration

Over 75 years, The Nutcracker has become a holiday tradition and showcase of talent for ballet companies and families across the nation. Yet while nearly every dance company performs a production for the holidays, it’s no easy feat.

Revue Arts 25 November 2019
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Wish Granted: How Aladdin’s Genie found himself making musical magic

Korie Lee Blossey is coming home. Well, close to home. Blossey, who lived in Bay City, will be in East Lansing at the Wharton Center when the national touring production of Aladdin arrives in December. Blossey will be easy to spot, as he’s playing the famous Genie.

Revue Arts 25 November 2019
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2019's Best of Theater

In any given year, West Michigan has more arts and entertainment offerings than any one person could take in. From national tours to local professional theater, dance and community theater, excellent performances abound all year long. A look back on 2019 reminds us how truly fortunate we are to have access to such world-class artistry right here. We were absolutely wowed by the Best of 2019 that includes locally produced, life-affirming theater and dance.

Revue Arts 25 November 2019
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Review: 'Come From Away' at SC4A is a Truly Extraordinary Telling of an Unforgettable Story

Review: 'Come From Away' at SC4A is a Truly Extraordinary Telling of an Unforgettable Story

We rely on stories to connect us, to share human experiences that may or may not be our own, and to ...
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What A Looker: David Hockney at the GRAM

What A Looker: David Hockney at the GRAM

In 1990, David Hockney turned down a knighthood. His reason? He doesn’t “care for a fuss.” Offered t...
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Review: ‘Shakespeare (Abridged)’ is Lightning-Paced and Thunderously Funny

Review: ‘Shakespeare (Abridged)’ is Lightning-Paced and Thunderously Funny

How dare they? This isn’t one of your regular bards we’re talking about. This is the bard, the immor...
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