Frank Schierloh
REVIEW ROUND-UP: A Place of Our Own; Big Boys; Hidden Master. (NewFest 35)
NewFest 35 is in full swing and here is a batch of reviews of some of the films premiering there.
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Frank Schierloh
Oct 14, 20233 min read
REVIEW: No Exit (Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia PA)
The new translation of No Exit premieres at Quintessence theatre Group in a production that ultimately misses the mark.
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Frank Schierloh
Oct 13, 20233 min read
FILM REVIEW: Rustin (NewFest; Netflix)
The biopic Rustin sheds a light on the influential civil rights activist Bayard Rustin with an Oscar-worthy performance at its heart.
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Frank Schierloh
Oct 10, 20233 min read
REVIEW: The Mystery of Irma Vep (Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol PA)
Ring in the Halloween season with the campy and often hilarious production of The Mystery of Irma Vep at Bristol Riverside Theatre.
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Frank Schierloh
Oct 2, 20233 min read
REVIEW: Assassins (Arden Theatre Company, Philadelphia, PA)
The Arden Theatre's production of the Sondheim/Weidman musical battles against the concept it's given, adding to the show's divisiveness.
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Frank Schierloh
Sep 30, 20233 min read
REVIEW: BAZZAR (Cirque du Soleil, Oaks, PA)
Cirque du Soleil does it again with a stellar Bazzar! Infused with classic acrobatics and clowning it is a wonderful night under the big top
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Frank Schierloh
Sep 26, 20233 min read
FRINGE REVIEW: She Was a Conquistawhore. (Rachel O'Hanlon Rodriguez and Pardners)
Funny and heartfelt, She Was a Conquistawhore is a wonderful embodiment of all that the Philadelphia Fringe Festival is and could be.
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Frank Schierloh
Sep 21, 20233 min read
REVIEW: Major Barbara (Quintessence Theatre Group, PA)
Quintessence Theatre Group presents Shaw's Major Barbara with a fantastic cast, but some strange theatrical choices that don't quite land.
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Frank Schierloh
Sep 19, 20233 min read
FRINGE REVIEW: Black Wood (Gunnar Montana Productions, Philadelphia)
Gunnar Montana and Company have achieved macabre dance excellence with their production of Black Wood. It's perfect for Halloween time!
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Frank Schierloh
Sep 16, 20233 min read
REVIEW: August: Osage County (Footlighters Theater, Berwyn PA)
The new American classic, August: Osage County is brought to life with wonderful performances at the Footlighters Theater in Berwyn.
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Frank Schierloh
Sep 4, 20233 min read
FRINGE REVIEW: Birth. Sparkle. Death. (Cannonball Festival, Philadelphia)
A review of the show Birth. Sparkle. Death. Part of the Philadelphia Fringe and Cannonball Festivals. By Queer Philly Critic Frank Schierloh
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Frank Schierloh
Aug 25, 20234 min read
REVIEW: Little Women (OJ Productions, Philadelphia)
A small theatre company tackles the beloved classic in a production that is uneven with an adaptation that feels rushed.
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Frank Schierloh
Aug 11, 20234 min read
FILM REVIEW: Red, White & Royal Blue
The book to screen adaptation of Red, White & Royal Blue succeeds in capturing the romance of the novel, but misses the mark in other areas.
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Frank Schierloh
Jul 27, 20234 min read
Two Gentlemen of Verona (Shakespeare in Clark Park): The 70's Were Wild.
The rarely produced Two Gentlemen of Verona musical gets a concert production at Shakespeare in Clark Park, where it can't shake the 70's.
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Frank Schierloh
Jul 14, 20233 min read
Other Orbits (Applied Mechanics): A Space Fantasia That Falls Short
Other Orbits, by Applied Mechanics, is a visually arresting piece that ultimately doesn't do enough with the big ideas it presents.
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Frank Schierloh
Jul 12, 20233 min read
Joy Ride: The Title is Correct!
Joy Ride: a movie that just works. A funny script with great performances and solid direction. Review by Queer Philly Critic Frank Schierloh
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Frank Schierloh
Jun 7, 20233 min read
Beetlejuice on Tour (Kimmel Center): Adaptation, Adaptation, Adaptation!
A strong book, and not as strong score are the key takeaways of the touring production of Beetlejuice the musical. Review by Frank Schierloh
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Frank Schierloh
May 4, 20234 min read
ABANDON (Theatre Exile): A Hopeful Show with Discomfort Attached
James Ijames' world premiere play Abandon at Theatre Exile is a fascinating examination of grief and moving on, anchored by great acting.
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Frank Schierloh
May 4, 20233 min read
Polite Society: Sisters Kicking Ass, and Touching Hearts
Polite Society, a film that explores the complicated dynamics of British-Pakistani families through a lens of comedy & action successfully.
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Frank Schierloh
Apr 2, 20233 min read
JOHNNY DEPP: A RETROSPECTIVE ON LATE STAGE CAPITALISM (Jenna Kuerzi): A coin-tossing good time!
Johnny Depp is a controversial figure: watch him get lampooned by Philly entertainer Jenna Kuerzi in her one woman take down of the bad boy.
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