Category Archives: Theatre

Playwright Arthur Miller Profiled by Daughter Rebecca on HBO

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Judith Trojan

“The parent is always a mythological figure,” muses playwright Arthur Miller in his daughter Rebecca’s captivating new feature film profile of her dad, Arthur Miller: Writer. “It’s the basis of all mythology, after all,” he continues. “What’s Zeus? He’s the father. … Continue reading →

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HBO Debuts Bright Lights…Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds

Posted on January 7, 2017 by Judith Trojan

“She’s me, and I’m her,” says actress/writer Carrie Fisher in the delicious new feature-length documentary Bright Lights. Fisher’s remark caps one of her grueling gigs at a Star Wars fan convention and refers to her breakout film role as Princess Leia. But she might as … Continue reading →

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By Sidney Lumet Launches New Season of American Masters

Posted on January 3, 2017 by Judith Trojan

“I’m not directing the moral message, I’m directing that piece and those people, says esteemed film and TV director Sidney Lumet in American Masters: By Sidney Lumet. “If I do it well, the moral message will come through.” Lumet died in 2011; but, … Continue reading →

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Becoming Mike Nichols on HBO Recalls His Early Triumphs

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Judith Trojan

“I wasn’t interested in doing a film about anything other than his work as an artist,” says director/executive producer Douglas McGrath about the subject of his new documentary, Becoming Mike Nichols. “It’s not a gossipy piece.” McGrath’s goal certainly seemed a reasonable … Continue reading →

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Mike Nichols Launches American Masters 30th Anniversary Season

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Judith Trojan

It would be difficult for any filmmaker, no matter how seasoned, to encapsulate the life story and creative accomplishments of someone as prolific and beloved as director, writer, comedian, actor, producer Mike Nichols (1931-2014) in a 60-minute documentary. I’m sure that Nichols’ friends and … Continue reading →

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Listen To Me Marlon a Must See on Showtime

Posted on November 14, 2015 by Judith Trojan

One of the best films of 2015 debuts on Showtime tonight at 9:00 p.m., and I urge you not to miss it. It will be aired in repeat broadcasts in the weeks ahead, so check your Showtime listings and On Demand as … Continue reading →

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Liz Swados Takes the High Road in My Depression on HBO

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Judith Trojan

Born in 1951, Elizabeth Swados was a wunderkind, given the range of talents she enjoyed to great success while still in her twenties: composer, performer, music conductor, writer, illustrator. Then regarded as avant-garde, her creative spirit proved to be as natural as life … Continue reading →

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American Ballet Theatre: A History Celebrated on American Masters

Posted on May 15, 2015 by Judith Trojan

Even if you don’t know the difference between a jeté, plié or pirouette, you still might enjoy American Ballet Theatre: A History,  debuting nationally on the PBS series American Masters tonight, Friday, May 15, 2015, 9:00 – 10:30 p.m. ET. (Check local listings … Continue reading →

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August Wilson: The Ground on Which I Stand Debuts on PBS

Posted on February 20, 2015 by Judith Trojan

“He wrote about the frustration and the glory of being black.”  This curtain-raising assessment of playwright August Wilson by his friend and colleague, actor/writer/director Ruben Santiago-Hudson, pretty much sets the tone for August Wilson: The Ground on Which I Stand. The latest installment in … Continue reading →

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Ricky Jay: Deceptive Practice Bows on American Masters

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Judith Trojan

Lon Chaney may have won fame and fortune as the “Man of a Thousand Faces,” but Ricky Jay has built a successful career on the world stage with his hands… or sleight-of-hand to be more precise. The master magician has also cornered the … Continue reading →

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