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Take a front-row seat with 519 Magazine’s Theatre Reviews, one of our most popular sections, offering critical insights and applause-worthy critiques of the latest stage productions in Southwestern Ontario.

First Night
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“First Night” at The Shadowbox Theatre: A Theatrical Gem in the Heart of Nostalgia

December 18, 2023 Dan Savoie Comments Off on “First Night” at The Shadowbox Theatre: A Theatrical Gem in the Heart of Nostalgia

The recent staging of Jack Neary’s “First Night” by Post Productions at The Shadowbox Theatre was a delightful blend of nostalgia, romance, and humor, encapsulating the essence of Neary’s original vision while embracing the unique […]

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A Timeless Tale Twirls to Life in Windsor’s Dance Adaptation of a Dickens Classic

December 11, 2023 Ted Kloske Comments Off on A Timeless Tale Twirls to Life in Windsor’s Dance Adaptation of a Dickens Classic

This past weekend at the Capitol Theatre in Windsor, the Windsor Dance eXperience (WDX) wowed audiences with a spectacular twist on Charles Dickens’ classic, “A Christmas Carol.” Celebrating their 65th production, WDX has once again […]

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University Players Craft Comedy from Catastrophe in Latest Play

November 28, 2023 Dan Savoie Comments Off on University Players Craft Comedy from Catastrophe in Latest Play

In an audacious display of theatrical calamity, Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society’s “The Murder at Haversham Manor,” stakes its claim as perhaps the most disastrous debacle to ever grace the stage. From the ham-fisted acting to […]

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A Heartwarming Journey from Budweiser Gardens to Gander with ‘Come From Away’

November 22, 2023 Dan Savoie Comments Off on A Heartwarming Journey from Budweiser Gardens to Gander with ‘Come From Away’

Budweiser Gardens in London was recently transformed into a slice of Newfoundland, as the musical “Come From Away” made its much-anticipated stop. This isn’t your typical musical; it’s a rich tapestry that weaves together the […]

WLMT Sound of Music 20231
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Krystal Laframboise and Cast Make the Hills Alive in Windsor Light’s ‘The Sound of Music’

November 22, 2023 Dan Savoie Comments Off on Krystal Laframboise and Cast Make the Hills Alive in Windsor Light’s ‘The Sound of Music’

Windsor Light Music Theatre’s production of “The Sound of Music” for their 75th anniversary season is a vibrant tapestry of music, emotion, and nostalgia. Staged from November 17th to 26th, the show is a heartwarming […]

The Case of the Odd Shaped Gas Tanks
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Gas Tank Riddles Provide Plenty of Fun and Mystery at the Shadowbox Theatre

November 8, 2023 Dan Savoie Comments Off on Gas Tank Riddles Provide Plenty of Fun and Mystery at the Shadowbox Theatre

The Shadowbox Theatre recently premiered “The Case of the Odd Shaped Gas Tanks,” a production by The Purple Theatre Company that has notably elevated their repertoire. Written and directed by Joey Ouellette, the play stands […]

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A Riveting Tale of Acceptance in Cardinal Music’s “The Prom”

November 6, 2023 Dan Savoie Comments Off on A Riveting Tale of Acceptance in Cardinal Music’s “The Prom”

Bright lights, bold hearts, and Broadway bravura swept into Windsor this weekend with Cardinal Music Theatre raising the curtain on the show-stopping premiere of “The Prom.” It’s a tale that not only taps its toes […]

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Wicked Women of Windsor is a Mixed Bag of Tricks and Treats at The Shadowbox Theatre

October 31, 2023 Dan Savoie Comments Off on Wicked Women of Windsor is a Mixed Bag of Tricks and Treats at The Shadowbox Theatre

For those who had the opportunity to attend one of the four nights of “Wicked Women of Windsor” at The Shadowbox Theatre, there’s a good chance you left with a smile. In a great debut, […]

Korda's Rock Horror Show 2023
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Korda’s ‘Rocky Horror Show’ is a Time-Warping Tour de Force

October 19, 2023 Dan Savoie Comments Off on Korda’s ‘Rocky Horror Show’ is a Time-Warping Tour de Force

Oh, the horror! Rocky Horror that is! It was a weekend where fishnets met nostalgia and sequins danced with irreverence, as Korda Artistic Productions sent audiences on a high-heeled strut down memory lane. Celebrating both […]

ACT - Guys and Dolls
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ACT Windsor’s ‘Guys and Dolls’ Hits the Jackpot

October 17, 2023 Dan Savoie Comments Off on ACT Windsor’s ‘Guys and Dolls’ Hits the Jackpot

When the curtain rose at the Capitol Theatre this past weekend, audiences were plunged into an electrifying spectacle that reinvigorated Windsor’s artistic landscape. With its ambitious production of “Guys and Dolls,” Arts Collective Theatre (ACT) […]

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