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Chevy Chase Players’ production of Dial M for Murder, which centers around a couple whose marriage has entered the dangerous territory of extramarital affairs and revenge, features very strong performances.

In all a terrific production, with two of the best comic performances seen this year.

The production is definitely worth seeing, but you’ll do best sitting in the first eight rows, or farther back than row K, to take full advantage of the theater’s acoustics.

The Nutcracker is a captivating story within a story within a story and a joy to watch, from the moment the stage lights go up, to the final moments of the short performance, a mere 75 minutes later.

With misunderstandings piled on through the language barrier, the show becomes a total laugh riot.

This thoughtful and thought-provoking production is definitely worth a watch.

In its 28th year, Washington Revels has spread the impact of darkness and light, and the joy of the season, from diverse cultures including the Balkans, Scandinavia, the Italian Renaissance, colonial Quebec and more.

In all, Toby’s Cinderella is a fun, extremely family-friendly show, and a lovely way to celebrate the holiday season!

A spectacularly performed production.

Colonial Players’ production is classically styled and sophisticated in performance; the cast’s English accents are precise and diction and timing seem perfect.

The Order of the Little Sisters of Scaggsville have a hit on their hands, and so does Toby’s. This laugh-out-loud spree begins as we are treated to a brief but hilarious explanation of the reason for the show.

Salem! The Musical was certainly crass and annoying, which fits the description of this production to a T. Campy? Not so much.

Another Picnic at the Asylum is not an easy piece to watch, but it is valuable for anyone who has encountered a parent, sibling or friend with mental illness.

If blood makes you squeamish, skip it, but you’ll be missing the fun.

Lysistrata, the Musical! is terrific adult entertainment on a hot summer night.

This show has it all. Hard rocking rhythm, low-tech post-apocalyptic storytelling and kick-ass musical performances.

This fabulous, tough to watch production made me cry.

A marvelous combination of entertaining music and thoughtful story, wrapped up in the glitter and glamor of the 60s.

From Paul Nasto’s musical direction (music, perfectly timed and tuned), to Amy Carson’s tight choreography that pulls no punches, to the rare triple threats of actors who can sing AND dance, this production has it all right.

The characters of Arsenic and Old Lace are icons of the theatre, brought to life by director Gayle Negri, producer Michael O’Donnell and their dee-lightful cast and crew. There’s lovely chemistry between each of the characters.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Toby’s Dinner Theatre presents I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change, a realistic and very funny tribute to the eternal quest for a mate, with all the humor and terror of dating, the long term effects of relationships, the challenges of the modern marriage and parenthood, and more.

Mickey Handwerger’s talented cast brings Goldman’s intricate script of intrigue, humor, hostility and, yes, love, vividly to life with stellar performances.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of The British Players’ Mother Goose.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of Toby’s Dinner Theater’s production of Annie.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of Elden Street Players’ The Musical Of Musicals: The Musical!.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of the St. Mark’s Players’ The Importance of Being Earnest.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of Toby’s Dinner Theatre’s production of Sweeney Todd.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of the Colonial Players’ The Curious Savage.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of the Greenbelt Arts Center’s production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of Toby’s Dinner Theater’s production of Oklahoma!.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of Prince George’s Little Theatre’s production of Alice in Wonderland.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of the Georgetown Theatre Company’s production of The Three Musketeers.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of Colonial Players’ production of She Loves Me.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of Laurel Mill Playhouse’s production ofGodspell.

Read Betsy Marks Delaney’s review of Bowie Community Theatre’s production of Inspecting Carol.

Read Betsy Delaney’s review of the Greenbelt Arts Center’s production of Amadeus.