Special Features

COCA’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ Presented with Comedic and Theatrical Flair

By Lynn Venhaus For COCA’s magical production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” I had the pleasure of being surrounded by beloved family for a special... Details

First-Time Women Filmmakers Find Their Voice with ‘Forget Me Not’

By Lynn VenhausFirst-time filmmakers Danielle Herrera Boivin and Michelle Bucci poured their hearts and souls into their inaugural narrative short, “Forget Me Not,” a psychological... Details

Take Ten with Emily Baker

By Lynn Venhaus Long admired as a versatile performer among the regional theater community, actress Emily Baker’s recent return to the stage has been met... Details

Take Ten with Robert Crenshaw

By Lynn Venhaus One encounter with Robert Crenshaw, and you can tell that he is a bright light chasing his dream. Currently on tour in... Details

Lynn’s Best Movies Round-Up of 2024

By Lynn VenhausThemes? Trends? Moments? How to sum up a year in cinema, when hundreds of films are released in theaters and on streaming to... Details

Alex’s Top Ten Best Films of 2024

By Alex McPherson 11 Honorable Mentions: “No Other Land,” “Nickel Boys,” “A Real Pain,” “The Outrun,” “Monkey Man,” “Love Lies Bleeding,” “Furiosa: A Mad Max... Details

The Black Rep Hosted Playwright Paul Webb for ‘Hold On!’ Premiere

By Lynn VenhausIn 1965, the conflict between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and President Lyndon Johnson regarding voting rights came to a head because of... Details

Alex McPherson – Top 10 Films of 2023

By Alex McPherson Here’s a list of my favorite movies of 2023, posted fashionably late. 10. "Barbie" Let’s be honest here. If you’re reading this,... Details

Take Ten with Actor-Director-Writer John Contini

By Lynn Venhaus Back in his day, John Barrymore was considered one of the most influential and idolized actors of stage and screen. He died... Details