Archive - Not to Be Dramatic

8 Fun Shows to See This Summer

It’s hot outside and the theaters are cool. It’s a no-brainer.

Jul 15 •

'Trophy Boys' Doesn’t Quite Win Gold

A group of “good boys” on a high school debate team argue that feminism has failed women.

Jul 2 •

June 2025

May 2025

No Way Out, and Yet... ‘Floyd Collins’ Echoes Beyond the Cave

The true story of a man getting stuck in a cave doesn’t sound like it’d be a good musical. But this production is far from trapped.

May 15 •

Supporting Women's Rights and Wrongs: Female Friendship in 'All Nighter' and 'John Proctor is the Villain'

Cue Lorde's "Green Light."

May 6 •

April 2025

Sarah Snook Breaks the Frame in a Digital ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’

Wilde’s classic gets a tech-heavy makeover.

Apr 23 •

March 2025

'Death Becomes Her' Glitters, But Isn’t Gold

Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard are giving immortal performances, but the production has mortal flaws.

Mar 27 •

Guess what! It’s a review: Here are our thoughts on Sugarcraft at 59E59

Not to be Dramatic, but Hannah is Eating

Published on Hannah is Eating • Mar 2

February 2025

Nicole Scherzinger Is Ready for Her Close Up. But Is ‘Sunset Boulevard’?

The revival may project the show's stars in 20-foot film, but movie magic can't hide the flaws of the material.

Feb 27 •

'Maybe Happy Ending' Is a Sweet Robot Love Story With Sweeter Human Lessons

There's a lot to learn from (and relate to in) the romance of Helperbots.

Feb 21 •

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