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Kingfisher Project seeks help with ‘Hearten for the Holidays’ and more
What's going on in arts, leisure and community December 10 to 16 more
"Calmer Waters Bracelet" by Elaine Flynn.
‘Peace, Love & Lights’ and more
In the spirit of shopping local, merrymaking and offering helping hands November 26 to December 2 more
The kids (participating in the fall workshop at the Forestburgh Playhouse) were fantastic, lifting my spirits with their talent, their spirit and their resilience in the face of a global pandemic. For more photos of these and other events, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and visit www.riverreporter.com.
Oops, I did it again
And by “it” I mean ventured out into the world, which is still a little bit scary—and a little bit spooky, just in time for Halloween. Suddenly and without warning, last … more
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The current landscape is less colorful than usual these days, in my humble opinion.
Feelin’ blue in black and white
I’m having one of those “the more things change, the more they stay the same” moments. Like most of us, I’ve been sequestered at home; working, but alone. Little by little … more
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As the sun set and the stars twinkled above, Broadway’s Nicholas Rodriguez closed his show at the Forestburgh Playhouse with the Phantom of the Opera’s “Music of the Night.”
Necessity is the mother of invention
We’ve all heard that expression, and I dare say it often rings true, but perhaps even more so now in these topsy-turvy (you may quote me) times. As businesses both large and small begin to … more
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One of the many enjoyable musicals presented in 2014 at the Forestburgh Playhouse (FP) was a production of My Fair Lady; FP alum Kerstin Anderson went on to star in the play on Broadway.
The show must go on
As we now know, in the wake of COVID-19, both New York and Pennsylvania are on track to reopen for business, with each state following a multi-phased plan. In New York, the first phase went into … more
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Dirt Diva Adrianne Picciano has developed hundreds of gardens for homeowners across the region.
'Farm Days' workshops and more
What's going on in arts, leisure and community May 28 to June 3 more
Students receive one-on-one instruction in acting, choreography and vocal technique during the intensive workshops held at the Performing Arts Academy held at the Forestburgh Playhouse.
Musical theatre is serious business!
There comes a time in every kid’s life when they dream about becoming a firefighter, an airplane pilot, a farmer, a teacher, or even the president of these United States, since it would appear … more
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“Here I am with Dharma the Wonder Dog, “food artist” Kim Simons and Hector’s “hostess with the mostess” Bonnie Lagoda, as we celebrate Kim and her team winning the Food Network’s Holiday Wars (see page 13).
I’ve been called worse
In theory, having a little “down time” is not a bad thing, but there’s something to be said for that old proverb about “idle hands being the devil’s plaything,” … more
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I caught a lot of live shows over the last year, and the Catskills is always brimming with talent performing top-notch plays, musicals and dramas in a variety of venues and locales. For me, one of the standout productions was at the Forestburgh Playhouse, which presented the ‘60s  tribal love-rock musical “HAIR “last summer to sold-out crowds.
My favorite things
There are some perks (IMHO) to being predictable, and my annual  “River Reporter Year-in-Review” full-color, photo-heavy trip down memory lane is one that I simultaneously look … more
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Andrew Cuccaro, as Doctor Frank ‘N Furter, struts his stuff with an amazing vocal range and sizzling sexiness in the Forestburgh Tavern’s depraved production of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show Live on Stage.”
Who’s that knocking at my door?
So, here’s the thing: I’m not actually as sociable as I appear in public. While I truly enjoy getting out and about, and I feel genuinely delighted to meet up, schmooze with and … more
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Mega-stars Pentatonix did not disappoint, performing their beautiful a capella renditions of “Hallelujah,” “Jolene,” and even fulfilled my expectations by performing Simon and Garfunkel’s “Sounds of Silence.”
Expect the unexpected
While the above title is the catchphrase for the CBS summer reality show “Big Brother,” and I’ve yet to miss (don’t judge!) any of the show’s 21 seasons, have no … more
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Set against the backdrop of the war in Vietnam, HAIR, now playing at the Forestburgh Playhouse, is being hailed by The River Reporter as “profound, powerful and a triumph of spirit.”
HAIR is a triumph of spirit at the Forestburgh Playhouse
This incarnation of HAIR beautifully serves as a love letter to the original production and is practically flawless. more
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Set against the backdrop of the war in Vietnam, HAIR, now playing at the Forestburgh Playhouse, is being hailed by The River Reporter as “profound, powerful and a triumph of spirit.”
HAIR is a triumph of spirit at the Forestburgh Playhouse
The Forestburgh Playhouse's incarnation of HAIR beautifully serves as a love letter to the original production and is practically flawless. more
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The cast of “Up and Coming”: A Modern Comedy with Rustic Humor” hilariously spoofed life in the country with comedy and music in sketches like “Tale of the Big Eddy,” “Tap my Maple Tree,” and “Stairway to Heaven Assisted Living Commune.” 
Dust in the wind
I’m not naïve—I understand the “circle of life” and that all living things eventually die. It’s the fragility that troubles me; the mere notion that life as we know it can come to an abrupt halt, suddenly and without warning, niggles at me and keeps me awake at night. more
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The exuberant cast of “Me and My Girl” sing and dance their way into the hearts of audiences nightly at the “Miracle in the Forest,” aka The Forestburgh Playhouse.
In the good old summer stock time
For many, it’s Christmastime (yes, it’s one word) with “kids jingle belling” and “much mistletoeing” (uh huh) that springs to mind as the most wonderful time of the year, but, for me, it’s summertime and the good old-fashioned barn theatres that beckon during the warmer months. more
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‘Me and My Girl’, Husband-and-wife artist duo and more
Dr. Zsa’s Powdered Zydeco Band HANCOCK, NY — Summer Nights LIVE! continues at the Hancock Town Square this Friday, July 5 at 7:30 p.m., with Dr. Zsa’s Powdered Zydeco Band. The … more
The hills are alive
That said, it’s the “sound of music” to which I refer, and there’s plenty of that to go around these days. more
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TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox As if the comedic antics of gifted character actors Buddy Haardt, left, and Matthew Curiano weren’t enough, Tim Bolebiewski’s inspired mansion set design was worth the price of admission as “The Mystery of Irma Vep” played out on stage at the Forestburgh Playhouse last weekend.
Like sands through the hourglass…
Well, apparently, it’s the middle of June. Once again, I’ve hit the ground running and the days are flying by. Each summer, I vow to stop and smell the roses, but I’m already having … more
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TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox Following a week of training, a troupe of talented young artists performed for friends and family, having completed the first Spring Break Musical Theatre Intensive Workshop held at the Forestbugh Playhouse.
Broadway babies
The above title is a reference to the Stephen Sondheim song “Broadway Baby,” written for his acclaimed musical “FOLLIES.” Originally produced for the Broadway stage in 1971, … more
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