Theater
‘Anastasia’ Preview: An Elegant Tale of Perseverance and Hope
Love, politics, royalty, and dreams will take center stage in “Anastasia,” which promises to deliver new insights and surprises.
‘The Penningtons’ Review: Rich, Classy, and Murderous
"The Penningtons," an original student-written play, uses dark humor to interrogate the interplay between grief and life.
'Urinetown: The Musical' Review: Uneasy Relief
"Urinetown" revealed to the audience the ways in which theater was not completely realistic, nor must the audience expect it to be.
‘Spurned: A Wild West Tale of Love, Revenge, and Assless Chaps’ Preview: This Is Not Your Father’s Western
“Spurned,” an original student musical, is a romp through the Wild West that wants its audience members to have a good time.
‘SAW The Musical’ Review: Where Horror Meets Humor
The parodic musical adaptation of "Saw" speaks to the characters’ pop culture canonization, made completely wacky by their own unconventional love story.
‘Gershwin Brothers’ Two Political Satire Musicals in Concert’ Review: Bites Off More Than It Can Chew But Still Goes Down Easy
The concert embraced extreme timeliness with a double bill of musical satires about presidential elections with music and lyrics by George and Ira Gershwin.
What Do Yoga and Comedy Have in Common? At ‘Barefoot Comedy,’ More Than You Would Expect
At “Barefoot Comedy,” shoeless comedians take a good look at themselves as they perform in a yoga studio.
Artist Profile: Ian Chan ’23 on Human Connections in Musical Theater
Chan, a music director with multiple Broadway productions under his belt, cherishes the collaborative nature of musical theater and its ability to tell stories "with people, for people."
‘Krapp’s Last Tape’ Review: Meaningful Stillness
The decision to embrace stillness, instead of intuitively filling it with unnecessary action, gives one the time to interpret Krapp’s thoughts in their own way.
‘Leopoldstadt’ Review: An Emotionally Taut and Visceral Portrait of a Family
The play’s unapologetic Jewishness is vital and sharp.
This Halloween, Take From the Stage: Theater-Inspired Costume Ideas
Halloween is right around the corner, which means it’s time to start brainstorming costumes — and there’s no better inspiration than Broadway.
‘Krapp’s Last Tape’ Preview: A One-Man Odyssey Through Memory and Regret
"Krapp's Last Tape" is a powerfully existential meditation on an unfulfilled life approaching its end.
‘Is this America?’ Review: An Activist Opera For Our Times
Even if not the most cohesive work, “Is this America?” was more than capable of rallying its audience in solidarity with Fannie Lou Hamer's fight for justice.
‘MAMMA MIA!’ Review: A Dazzling Musical Sure to Bring Out Your Inner Dancing Queen
“MAMMA MIA!” is a heartwarming show that will leave you dancing your way home, humming to yourself all night long.
Broadway Professionals and Harvard Students Stage Developmental Reading of ‘The Human Comedy’
The reading wrapped up a developmental workshop led by Broadway professionals and staffed by Harvard undergraduates.
‘Fight Night’ Review: The Election’s a Stage, The Candidates, Actors (Literally)
“Fight Night,” an interactive theatrical election experience, arrived in the U.S. at the perfect time to poke and prod at the psyches of soon-to-be voters.
An Earnest Performance of ‘Shrek the Musical’
“Shrek the Musical” was an enjoyable show with some memorable high points, but the audience left wishing they had laughed more.
Hell is Other Cast Members: Why the One-Person Show?
In many ways, the solo performance is the most extreme showing of an actor’s prowess.
Harvard Theater: Fall 2024 Season Preview
Looking to attend musicals, plays, or theatrical shows at Harvard? Check out this round-up of campus theater productions running in Fall 2024!
‘Romeo and Juliet’ Review: The A.R.T. Keeps It Classic
Despite some creative shortcomings, the A.R.T.’s production of “Romeo and Juliet” supplements the emotional power of its tragedy with fantastic choreography.
‘Shit-Faced Shakespeare: Much Ado About Nothing’ Review: A Raunchy, Rum-Fueled Night of Revelry
Shit-Faced Shakespeare doesn’t take itself too seriously, leaning into the farcical elements of the original with the help of an endless stream of alcohol.
Out of the Classroom and Into the Professional Theater, A.R.T.’s Harvard Interns Take on ‘Romeo and Juliet’
American Repertory Theater's “Romeo and Juliet" is hosting five Harvard College students as summer interns, giving them the chance to contribute their own ideas to the production.
Can’t Repeat the Past? A.R.T.’s ‘Gatsby’ Doesn’t Try To
“Gatsby” thrills audiences with its thematic sensibilities and reimagination of Fitzgerald’s classic novel, resulting in a musical that should not be missed.
Artist Profile: Caron S. Kim ’24 on Asian Visibility and Art’s Accessibility
Taking open pride in her FGLI background, Kim challenged the “unspoken pact” that prior experience is required to participate in the arts at Harvard.
American Repertory Theater Begins Construction on New Home in Harvard’s Allston Campus
Construction is underway on the new location of the American Repertory Theater in Harvard’s Allston campus.