REVIEWS: Two Solid Readings at Cincinnati LAB Theatre New Works Festival
Cincinnati LAB Theatre fulfills its mission to present plays in progress gives us a raw, unfiltered look at what new storytelling can be.
July 22, 2025
Cincinnati LAB Theatre fulfills its mission to present plays in progress gives us a raw, unfiltered look at what new storytelling can be.
“Janitor’s Closet” is like adolescence itself—full of big questions, raw emotion, and undeniable potential.
Written by Ariana Rose and masterfully directed by Elizabeth Harris, this new work is a slow-burn character drama that will leave you breathless.
The Play That Goes Wrong is a hilarious farce that combines physical comedy with a chaotic plot. It is a must-see for fans of slapstick
This type of show is Director Brian Isaac Phillips’ specialty. He knows how to use the whole space, ensure the pacing is brisk, and always
One of the best-kept secrets in the Cincinnati theater scene—and trust me, the city’s theater royalty knows it too. I spotted a few familiar faces
Stage Right Musical Theater Company’s production of An Evening of Culture is an absolute hoot—and a love letter to every community theatre misfire that ever
From the very first scene, BurgerTown grabs your attention and doesn’t let go, with plenty of laughs and nonstop energy. The cast’s enthusiasm spreads quickly,
Complementing the action on stage without distracting is an ethereal set designed by Melissa Bennett and brought to life by Scenic Artisan Samantha Reno. The set is both grand and minimal at the same time which is a feat within itself.
Overall, Rope is an engaging evening of theatre which showcases the fine acting talents of its students.
Roland and Marianne’s romance lives in the universe as a constellation of possibilities. Everything you’ve ever done–and never done–exists somewhere.