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REVIEW: What the Constitution Means to Me (Reston Community Players)
In a time of patriotism stirred by the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the political unrest stirred by high profile injustices, RCP's production of What the Constitution Means to Me is a thoughtful, critical, appreciative exploration of the document and its effect on playwright Heidi Schreck. Originally performed by the author, the leading actress plays the role of Heidi in a series of extended monologues with very little down time for the first
Brianna Lau
Mar 272 min read


REVIEW: Tuck Everlasting (Chalice Theatre)
Chalice Theatre brings the musical Tuck Everlasting to beautiful life in a production that celebrates community, life, and art in a truly loving way. Photo by D Ohlandt Every part of this production felt intentional and thoughtful. Direction by Elle Marie Sullivan along with well-executed choreography by Zophia Pryzby, lovely music direction by Krystal Stark, and seamless stage management by Cris Ruthenberg-Marshall kept the story moving swiftly. The focus was crisp. The ful
Brianna Lau
Mar 203 min read


REVIEW: The Misfit Players (Sterling Playmakers)
Sterling Playmakers delivers a cozy night of theatre.
Brianna Lau
Mar 63 min read


REVIEW: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Sterling Playmakers)
There's a lot to learn at a spelling bee, and the spellers in Sterling Playmakers' The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee learn far more than just letters. This beloved, idiosyncratic musical celebrates childhood in all its weird, hyperperfectionist, too-high-stakes, just-want-someone-to-love-me glory with the wildest vocabulary you can imagine. (And probably a few words you can't!) This strong ensemble show features an all-adult cast of three staff presenters, six tween-
Brianna Lau
Nov 19, 20253 min read


REVIEW: The Lightning Thief (Sterling Playmakers)
Review of The Lightning Thief at Sterling Playmakers (July 25-August 10, 2025)
Brianna Lau
Aug 6, 20252 min read


REVIEW: I Want to Know You All My Life (Globe Openstage)
Arielle Joria shares vulnerable, sweet, painful, funny, and thoughtful monologues about friendship, love, and human connection.
Brianna Lau
Aug 1, 20222 min read
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