Henry V
Blood, guts, and kicking butt in France — it’s the age-old story of Shakespeare. Carl F. Gauze once again enjoys the salacious violence and complicated plot points of Henry V, in the moody dark of Orlando Shakes.
Archikulture Digest
Carl F. Gauze is a wealthy but reclusive student of the arts, semi-retired from a stellar career as an insurance calendar salesman. His real fortune derives from his great grandfather, Herman S. Gauze, who invented a sterile surgical dressing in Zurich shortly before the First World War, amassing a vast fortune selling it to both sides. Carl has recently been looking at bikes, and can’t decide between a Harley Fat Boy or a Vespa. Decisions, decisions.
Broadway Showstoppers
Carl F. Gauze spends a quick evening with real deal classic Broadway crooner Larry Alexander at the Winter Park Playhouse.
The Office Holiday Party Musical Extravaganza Show
It’s just ONE Holiday Party.
A Christmas Carol
A cranky old guy is redeemed by spirits of the past. He reviews A Christmas Carol, while he’s at it.
As You Like It
Carl F. Gauze reviews some crisp and clean Shakespeare on a super cool set.
Steppin’ Out with Irving Berlin
Carl F. Gauze recaps this year’s celebration of America’s most famous songwriter, Irving Berlin.
A Doll’s House, Part 2
Nora returns 15 years later to clean up some paperwork, only to consider reuniting with her husband. Review by Carl F. Gauze.
Nosferatu (2022)
Get your high-quality scares here! Better than your average Haunted House!
Little Women: The Broadway Musical
Five young women seek to fulfill their dreams as the American Civil War rages. Carl F. Gauze reviews.
Noises Off
One of the funniest stage comedies ever written delivers the goods on opening night.
Summer Fun
Ned Wilkinson’s Spotlight Cabaret brought New Wave summer fun nostalgia from the 1970s and ’80s.
A Chorus Line
Young actors audition for a Broadway show, and not all of them will make it. Review by Carl F. Gauze.
Seussical The Musical
All your favorite Dr. Seuss stories rolled up into one major production.
Murder for Two
Two actors, thirteen suspects, 1000 laughs. Yes, Carl F. Gauze kept count.
Lenox Ave
Spend an evening in this prohibition-era hot spot somewhere up in Harlem.
On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan
The life story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan is filled with hope and despair. Carl F. Gauze reviews the musical.
Fifth Annual Florida Festival of New Musicals
Carl F. Gauze samples six new pieces of Musical Theater!
Say Goodnight, Gracie
Lose a job? Eh, there’s always another one. Review by Carl F. Gauze.
From Here
A mass shooting changes the world, but not the people in it.
True West
Two brothers attempt to get into movies without killing each other. It’s a close call.
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