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Nicholas Eddie (R) with Michael Gordon Spence and Heather Marie Annis in 'Dissonant Species.' iPhoto caption: Nicholas Eddie (R) with Michael Gordon Spence and Heather Marie Annis in 'Dissonant Species.' Photo by Michael Cooper.

REVIEW: Theatre Gargantua’s Dissonant Species features live science experiments and impressive visual storytelling

For the first half of the show, you can’t help but focus on director Jacquie P.A. Thomas' thoughtful scenic choices. 

By Melissa Avalos / Nov 15, 2025
'dna' production photo iPhoto caption: Photo by Elana Emer.

REVIEW: Icarus Theatre’s DNA paints a disturbing mural of teenage rebellion

While director Erik Richards’ tendency toward snappy, thriller-esque pacing doesn’t suit all of DNA’s more intimate moments, it adds electricity to the drama’s group scenes, bringing playwright Dennis Kelly’s reflections on groupthink and collective grief into clear view.

By Liam Donovan / Nov 12, 2025
Jessica B. Hill in 'Pandora.' iPhoto caption: Jessica B. Hill in 'Pandora.' Photo by ​​Ann Baggley.

REVIEW: Jessica B. Hill’s Pandora thinks outside the box at Stratford’s Here For Now Theatre

With its assemblage of theatrical meta-commentary, mythical allusions, science facts, and weasels, at face value Pandora resembles random chaos. But weave those parts together and a story emerges that is equal parts moving and fascinating.

By Charlotte Lilley / Nov 12, 2025