REVIEW: The Spirit of 76 at Carpenters' Hall, Philadelphia

An interesting premise gets mired by an uneven tone and sour messaging.

Apr 16 • Frank Schierloh

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February 2026

6 things the Six the Musical pro-shot is doing now, besides being released in the United States.

They filmed it, it played in the UK/Ireland, but why hasn't it come to the States yet?

Feb 16 • Frank Schierloh

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January 2026

Philly Theatre History Deep Dive: Quince Productions

This week I revisit a piece about a small queer theatre company in Philadelphia, that launched many careers, and has left a lasting mark on the…

Jan 16 • Frank Schierloh

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6 Philly Shows I'm Excited for in 2026 (and one in NYC too)

The new year brings a slew of new productions throughout the city of brotherly love: these are the shows at local companies that I am looking forward to…

Jan 8 • Frank Schierloh

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December 2025

What Your Favorite Christmas Musical Says About You

It's the holiday season, which means it's the perfect time to celebrate your favorite holiday stories.

Dec 24, 2025 • Frank Schierloh

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Theatrical Crime! The De-Daddification of Mr. Warbucks

Mr. Warbucks. Father to little Orphan Annie. Musical theatre icon. And yet, he is at the center of a conspiracy that threatens the sanctity of...well…

Dec 19, 2025 • Frank Schierloh

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October 2025

Queer Reviewed Roundup: 2025 Philadelphia Fringe Festival

The 2025 Philadelphia Fringe Festival was bigger than ever this year! Check out reviews for a selection of this years shows below.

Oct 8, 2025 • Frank Schierloh

September 2025

Queer Reviewed Roundup: 2025 Philadelphia Fringe Festival- Week One

Here's everything I saw during Week One of the 2025 Philly Fringe Fest

Sep 13, 2025 • Frank Schierloh

April 2025

REVIEW: Turds in Hell (EgoPo Classic Theater, Philadelphia PA)

Nary has there been a more apt title for a show.

Apr 19, 2025 • Frank Schierloh

March 2025

REVIEW: Iphigenia in Splott (Inis Nua Theatre Company)

A relevant, and all too timely tale of humanity, womanhood, and the strength within.

Mar 21, 2025 • Frank Schierloh

REVIEW: The Beauty Queen of Leenane (Irish Heritage Theatre)

The Irish and how they got so…mean?

Mar 11, 2025 • Frank Schierloh

December 2024

REVIEW: Spring Awakening (City Theater Company; Wilmington, DE)

City Theater Company presents the rock musical with a talented group of artists that don't quite connect all the dots.

Dec 19, 2024 • Frank Schierloh