Cleveland Play House
November 29-December 22, 2013
216-241-6000 or www.clevelandplayhouse.com
Bob Abelman
This
is not our youth and these are not our romanticized recollections, but the
simple storytelling in this play, the timeless and universal truths about
childhood that it taps, and its tender, nostalgic reflections on Christmas trigger
our own fond memories. No matter our
respective backgrounds, this play feels like home.
To see a full review of this show, read Bob Abelman's News-Herald article here: http://www.news-herald.com/search?text=Bob+Abelman
Roy Berko
A CHRISTMAS STORY holds a special place in the hearts of many
Clevelanders. The present staging,
under the direction of John McCluggage, while engaging, misses out on some of
the farcical and endearing dynamics needed to make this a totally wonderful
holiday present. It’s not bad,
just not everything that it could be or has been.
To see a full review of this show, read Roy Berko's blog here.
Mark Horning
Cleveland Play House’s “A Christmas Story” now
playing at the Allen Theatre is everything the movie is and more. It is an ingenious live stage production that
captures all the wonder, magic and laughs of the original. It’s as Christmassy as your favorite ugly
sweater and a mug of hot cocoa.
To see a full review of this show, read Mark Horning's blog.Christine Howey
Even with its performance burps and blips, Shepherd's golden reminiscences are still there. And that's a holiday gift you can't just pick up at Higbee's (er, Dillards).
To see a full review of this show, read Christine Howey's review at Cleveland Scene
