REVIEWS
THE BUTTERFLY
“The Butterfly,” directed by Brad Malow, vividly shows young theatergoers that saving lives often depends on forces no greater than individual acts of conscience." - New York Times
(Full review: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/27/arts/spare-times-for-children-for-april-27-may-3.html)
"The Butterfly offers an afternoon of thought-provoking entertainment. And perhaps a lifetime of thoughtfulness and action, as well." - Examiner.com
(Full review: http://www.examiner.com/review/the-butterfly-a-play-to-get-kids-thinking-and-talking-about-the-holocaust)
SKY BOYS: THE BUILDING OF THE EMPIRE STATE BUILDING
"With a fine cast directed by Brad Malow, Sky Boys is sometimes as old-fashioned as its setting: no danger is insurmountable, no terror unconquerable, no dream too grandiose." - New York Times
(Full review - http://theater.nytimes.com/2011/02/23/theater/reviews/23sky.html?src=twrhp)
"Director Brad Malow and choreographer Lorin Latarro keep the story moving,
in two senses of the word." - Backstage (*Critic's pick)
(Full review - http://www.backstage.com/bso/reviews-ny-theatre-off-off-broadway/sky-boys-the-building-of-the-empire-state-1005043172.story)
"With tickets only $10 a pop, Sky Boys is the richest
cheap cultural experience in town." - Time Out New York Kids
(Full review - http://newyorkkids.timeout.com/articles/theater/91553/sky-boys-by-making-books-sing-theater-review)
"Sky Boys is simple theatre done well, perfect for any adult looking to slip into
the golden dream of America..." - The Easy.com
(Full review - http://www.theasy.com/Reviews/skyboys.php)
"Director Brad Malow and choreographer Lorin Latarro employ an economic style where movement and imagery serve the story rather than the other way around." - Show Business Weekly
(Full review - http://showbusinessweekly.com/article-1628-sky-boys-the-building-of-the-empire-state-building.html)
JOSE LIMON: THE MAKING OF AN ARTIST
"The production’s economy of means is part of its pleasure." - New York Times
(Full review: http://theater.nytimes.com/2009/01/29/theater/reviews/29limo.html?partner=rss&emc=rss)
"The show flows beautifully into expositional narration that organically segues into a full-fledged theatrical scene with lively singing, dancing, and period drama." - Backstage
(Full review: http://www.backstage.com/bso/esearch/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1003936325)
BLUES FOR MISTER CHARLIE
"Brad Malow's thoughtful direction and some excellent performances maximize the text's sweeping social message, as well as its grueling emotional truths." - Time Out New York (*Critic's pick)
(Full review: http://newyork.timeout.com/arts-culture/theater/14046/blues-for-mister-charlie)
"Without supplanting Baldwin's text, Malow suggests a rich world of characters and relationships that the playwright never explores." - Variety
(Full review: http://www.variety.com/review/VE1117928142weeblylink_new_window)
THE COUNTRY CLUB
"A mostly able cast, many of them hold-overs from the Barn’s summer season, are put through their paces in a solid production directed by Brad Malow." - Gail Sez Berkshire Theatre Reviews
(Full review: http://gailsez.org/2002/09/the-country-club/)
IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY
"With sparkling performances and razor sharp direction, 'Family' is just what the doctor ordered. The performances are uniformly wonderful, the cast is a true ensemble." - CNY Theatre News
"Director Brad Malow turns It Runs in the Family into synchronized chaos, where every gesture is spot on." - Syracuse New Times
YOU SHOULD BE SO LUCKY
"Charles Busch's fragile combination of fairy tale - in the traditional sense - and farce works because of a dedicated cast and some sharp direction by Brad Malow." - The Berkshire Eagle
"Directorial choices by Brad Malow are nicely accomplished in both scenework and transitions. Especially impressive are his scene changes......Malow cushions some of the play's more contrived moments with campy abandon.." - Chatham Courier Hudson Valley Newspaper
FAME TAKES A HOLIDAY
"The goal of the High-Heeled Women is to reach a higher plane even if it's four inches off the ground. That they do, and they take us with them to dazzling heights." - The Independent
FIVE WOMEN WEARING THE SAME DRESS
"This show combines the Southern grace and charm of the Designing Women with the beauty and rebellious attitude of the Dixie Chicks to create a blend of comedy and drama that is hilarious and thought-provoking at the same time." - The Express, Lock Haven PA
“The Butterfly,” directed by Brad Malow, vividly shows young theatergoers that saving lives often depends on forces no greater than individual acts of conscience." - New York Times
(Full review: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/27/arts/spare-times-for-children-for-april-27-may-3.html)
"The Butterfly offers an afternoon of thought-provoking entertainment. And perhaps a lifetime of thoughtfulness and action, as well." - Examiner.com
(Full review: http://www.examiner.com/review/the-butterfly-a-play-to-get-kids-thinking-and-talking-about-the-holocaust)
SKY BOYS: THE BUILDING OF THE EMPIRE STATE BUILDING
"With a fine cast directed by Brad Malow, Sky Boys is sometimes as old-fashioned as its setting: no danger is insurmountable, no terror unconquerable, no dream too grandiose." - New York Times
(Full review - http://theater.nytimes.com/2011/02/23/theater/reviews/23sky.html?src=twrhp)
"Director Brad Malow and choreographer Lorin Latarro keep the story moving,
in two senses of the word." - Backstage (*Critic's pick)
(Full review - http://www.backstage.com/bso/reviews-ny-theatre-off-off-broadway/sky-boys-the-building-of-the-empire-state-1005043172.story)
"With tickets only $10 a pop, Sky Boys is the richest
cheap cultural experience in town." - Time Out New York Kids
(Full review - http://newyorkkids.timeout.com/articles/theater/91553/sky-boys-by-making-books-sing-theater-review)
"Sky Boys is simple theatre done well, perfect for any adult looking to slip into
the golden dream of America..." - The Easy.com
(Full review - http://www.theasy.com/Reviews/skyboys.php)
"Director Brad Malow and choreographer Lorin Latarro employ an economic style where movement and imagery serve the story rather than the other way around." - Show Business Weekly
(Full review - http://showbusinessweekly.com/article-1628-sky-boys-the-building-of-the-empire-state-building.html)
JOSE LIMON: THE MAKING OF AN ARTIST
"The production’s economy of means is part of its pleasure." - New York Times
(Full review: http://theater.nytimes.com/2009/01/29/theater/reviews/29limo.html?partner=rss&emc=rss)
"The show flows beautifully into expositional narration that organically segues into a full-fledged theatrical scene with lively singing, dancing, and period drama." - Backstage
(Full review: http://www.backstage.com/bso/esearch/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1003936325)
BLUES FOR MISTER CHARLIE
"Brad Malow's thoughtful direction and some excellent performances maximize the text's sweeping social message, as well as its grueling emotional truths." - Time Out New York (*Critic's pick)
(Full review: http://newyork.timeout.com/arts-culture/theater/14046/blues-for-mister-charlie)
"Without supplanting Baldwin's text, Malow suggests a rich world of characters and relationships that the playwright never explores." - Variety
(Full review: http://www.variety.com/review/VE1117928142weeblylink_new_window)
THE COUNTRY CLUB
"A mostly able cast, many of them hold-overs from the Barn’s summer season, are put through their paces in a solid production directed by Brad Malow." - Gail Sez Berkshire Theatre Reviews
(Full review: http://gailsez.org/2002/09/the-country-club/)
IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY
"With sparkling performances and razor sharp direction, 'Family' is just what the doctor ordered. The performances are uniformly wonderful, the cast is a true ensemble." - CNY Theatre News
"Director Brad Malow turns It Runs in the Family into synchronized chaos, where every gesture is spot on." - Syracuse New Times
YOU SHOULD BE SO LUCKY
"Charles Busch's fragile combination of fairy tale - in the traditional sense - and farce works because of a dedicated cast and some sharp direction by Brad Malow." - The Berkshire Eagle
"Directorial choices by Brad Malow are nicely accomplished in both scenework and transitions. Especially impressive are his scene changes......Malow cushions some of the play's more contrived moments with campy abandon.." - Chatham Courier Hudson Valley Newspaper
FAME TAKES A HOLIDAY
"The goal of the High-Heeled Women is to reach a higher plane even if it's four inches off the ground. That they do, and they take us with them to dazzling heights." - The Independent
FIVE WOMEN WEARING THE SAME DRESS
"This show combines the Southern grace and charm of the Designing Women with the beauty and rebellious attitude of the Dixie Chicks to create a blend of comedy and drama that is hilarious and thought-provoking at the same time." - The Express, Lock Haven PA
