Linda Lavin Is Radiant in 'Our Mother's Brief Affair' by Rex Reed

A complex memory play about a mother's spotty past.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 6:25pm on January 28, 2016☆⚑

Make Some Noise for 'Noises Off' by Rex Reed

The Broadway revival of Michael Frayn's show business farce is a laugh-out-loud riot.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 4:04pm on January 19, 2016☆⚑

Maurice Hines Is Energetic as Ever in 'Tappin' Thru Life' by Rex Reed

He wants to dance with somebody.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:23am on January 15, 2016☆⚑

A Radiant Adaptation of 'The Color Purple' Hits the Broadway Stage by Rex Reed

Featuring Jennifer Hudson.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 12:36pm on December 14, 2015☆⚑

David Mamet's 'China Doll' Is the Worst Play Since 'Moose Murders' by Rex Reed

Al Pacino"or what's left of him"mumbles his way incomprehensibly through this ghastly production.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 4:27pm on December 8, 2015☆⚑

A New 'Macbeth' Starring Michael Fassbender and Marion Cotillard Fails to Awe by Rex Reed

'Macbeth' is one of Shakespeare's dullest and shortest history plays.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 6:49pm on December 4, 2015☆⚑

Ann Hampton Callaway Celebrates Female Songwriters at Feinstein's/54 Below by Rex Reed

She loves being here with you.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 1:31pm on November 26, 2015☆⚑

Theater We Dream About But Seldom See by Rex Reed

Mark Strong is unforgettable channeling Arthur Miller, while Bruce Willis gives James Caan a run for his money in 'Misery.'

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 2:49pm on November 18, 2015☆⚑

Two Musicals: Only One Worth Seeing by Rex Reed

'Allegiance' tells a moving tale of Japanese-American internment, 'On Your Feet!' withers on the dance floor.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 5:23pm on November 11, 2015☆⚑

Keira Knightley Tackles the Stage Prematurely in Zola's Dark 'Thérèse Raquin' by Rex Reed

A drab and bloodless murder.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 12:38pm on November 4, 2015☆⚑

Reed Birney Shines in 'The Humans'"and 'Dames at Sea' Delights by Rex Reed

Everything old is new again.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 5:26pm on October 27, 2015☆⚑

A Trifle on Adultery Is Overshadowed by Mamie Gummer's Portrayal of a Wounded Soldier by Rex Reed

'Clever Little Lies' is so inconsequential it evaporates right in front of you.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 7:31pm on October 13, 2015☆⚑

Seems Like 'Old Times,' but Worse by Rex Reed

Clive Owen talks an ailing marriage to death in this star-studded Harold Pinter slog.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 7:27pm on October 13, 2015☆⚑

Of Serial Killers and Pseudonymous Sponsors by Rex Reed

'Catch the Butcher'is a demented romp, while a staid revival of 'Daddy Long Legs' disappoints.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 10:00am on September 30, 2015☆⚑

Ben Kingsley and Patricia Clarkson Form an Unlikely Friendship in 'Learning to Drive' by Rex Reed

The major achievement of this film is the way it suggests every life has value if you just take the time to look.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 6:31am on August 21, 2015☆⚑

'King Liz' Zeroes in Brilliantly on the Internecine World of Sports by Rex Reed

With a spectacular performance by Karen Pittman as a centerpiece, King Liz is a real midsummer surprise.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:07am on July 29, 2015☆⚑

The Mystery of Marlon Brando by Rex Reed

A new documentary does little to demystify the enigmatic actor.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 7:52pm on July 21, 2015☆⚑

Cynthia Nixon and Penny Fuller Star in 'Kinship' at the Williamstown Theatre Festival by Rex Reed

The play is a whiff of smoke that heads for a brick wall, but the acting is of such a high caliber that it's worth seeing.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 6:04pm on July 21, 2015☆⚑

An Off-Broadway Revival of 'Ruthless!' Is Both Malicious and Delicious by Rex Reed

Can't hate this musical.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 1:10pm on July 15, 2015☆⚑

William Inge's Posthumous Comeback by Rex Reed

A newly discovered work by the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright premiers in Williamstown.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:46am on July 8, 2015☆⚑

The Lost Boy: Gideon Glick Shines in 'Significant Other' by Rex Reed

The summer season's best surprise.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:55am on June 24, 2015☆⚑

On the Town With Rex Reed by Rex Reed

A disappointing 'Qualms' as well as worthwhile tributes to Cy Coleman and Judy Garland.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 2:48pm on June 16, 2015☆⚑

Jim Parsons Dons His Holy Vestments in 'An Act of God' by Rex Reed

Clocking in at 80 minutes without an annoying intermission, a new Broadway farce called An Act of God is my kind of show.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 5:08pm on June 2, 2015☆⚑

A Wrinkle in Time: A. R. Gurney's 'What I Did Last Summer' Returns to the Stage by Rex Reed

A. R. Gurney's memory play returns to the stage.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 7:11pm on May 26, 2015☆⚑

'Something Rotten!' Is Not to Be Forgotten by Rex Reed

No holds Bard.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 2:54pm on April 29, 2015☆⚑