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Plainclothes (2025), the feature debut of Carmen Emmi, is a gritty depiction of a closeted gay police officer’s inner conflict, where his day job enforcing the law conflicts with his queerness.

An Oak Tree challenges conventional theatrical forms, offering a rich meditation on grief, belief, and the alchemy of performance.

Dame Imelda Staunton's dramatic range is complemented by her daughter Bessie Carter’s portrayal of a staunch demeanour undercut by flickers of hesitation.

Both Lowden and Freeman do the best with the material they’re given, navigating their characters’ psychological spirals with intensity.

“[A Letter to LBJ] calls the audience to question their own nostalgia and lets us look people in the eye while they do so," the duo says.

This show is both a tribute to Sidney Poitier and a provocation to artists in times of political upheaval. Ivanno Jeremiah is impressive.

Considering it was the first time I understood the plot in its entirety, I believe it managed to increase the accessibility of Shakespeare.

Graham does a good job adapting the autobiography into a play, expertly introducing the concepts of restorative justice to the audience.

Cate Blanchett’s Arkadina upholds equal parts grace and comedy and captures our respect. She wields absolute command over the stage.

★★★★ | When Jonathan Bailey takes his place upon the throne as Richard II, he is sprawled across the grand chair, exuding the effortless...