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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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‘Fiddler’ in Forestburgh
FORESTBURGH, NY — The Forestburgh Playhouse presentation of “Fiddler on the Roof” will run through Sunday, August 12. Shows are at 8 p.m. every Tuesday through Saturday, 2 p.m. on … more
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‘Annie’ in Forestburgh
FORESTBURGH, NY — The Forestburgh Playhouse, with sponsor Jeff Bank, is presenting “Annie” through July 29. Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, “Annie” has … more
Contributed photo Help bring rescue dog Addison to Forestburgh to play Sandy in “Annie.”
Support pets and the arts at the same time
FORESTBURGH, NY — The Forestburgh Playhouse is working with Berloni Theatrical Animals, Dr. Joe d’Abraccio of Catskill Veterinary Services in Rock Hill (and TRR columnist) and Pets Alive … more
TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox Gail Bennett exudes star power in the title role of “Kiss Me Kate,” now playing at the Forestburgh Playhouse.
Down the rabbit hole
Remember Alice in Wonderland and the white rabbit? I do, and recently I’ve been heard muttering “I’m late, I’m late… for a very important date!” all around town. … more
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the talented cast of "Million Dollar Quartet" rocks the Forestburgh Playhouse through July 1
One for the Money, Two for the Show
What did Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash and “newcomer” Jerry Lee Lewis all have in common during the late 1950’s?  Sun Records—where producer Sam Phillips … more
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‘Million Dollar Quartet’ in Forestburgh
 FORESTBURGH, NY — The Forestburgh Playhouse and Bold Gold Media Group will present the Tony Award-winning musical, “Million Dollar Quartet,” from Tuesday, June 19 to Sunday, … more
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'Steel Magnolias' in Forestburgh
FORESTBURGH, NY — The Forestburgh Playhouse and Noel Vincente Salon will present “Steel Magnolias” from June 12 through June 17. Times are 8 p.m. on Thursdays through Saturday and 3 … more
TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox Delaware Valley Middle School seventh grader Timothy Cortes sang a selection from “Fiddler on the Roof” for his Forestburgh Playhouse audition at SUNY Sullivan’s Seelig Theatre a few weeks ago.
Curtain up at the Forestburgh Playhouse!
Pulling into the parking lot of SUNY Sullivan last week, I was stunned to see scores of kids, teens and adults flocking to the theatre complex, where Forestburgh Playhouse producer Franklin Trapp had … more
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TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox Marina Laurendi as Janet and Caleb Funk as Brad are surrounded by a cast of characters in Frank N. Furter’s spooky castle.
Doing the Time Warp again!
It all began innocently enough in 1973, when director Jim Sharman and actor Richard O’Brien put their heads together and concocted a kitschy, campy, musical homage to horror, sci-fi and B … more
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