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MOM THEATRE BLOGGER: THE KING AND I: Show Review by Robin Gorman Newman
March 17th, 2016
Sweeping, sailing (literally) and simply stunning are just some of the words that come readily to mind for this revival production. From the grandeur of the opening scene as the imposing boat arrives in Siam, to the effective use of the open staging and processional entrance of the actors, Rodgers & ...
MOM THEATRE BLOGGER: FLY: Show Review by Robin Gorman Newman
March 14th, 2016
As soon as I read about this play, I knew it was totally up my 13 year old sons alley. What I didn't realize is what a stunning piece of theatre this would be and how engaging I would find it as an adult. In fact, I noted numerous audience ...
MOM THEATRE BLOGGER: STRAIGHT: Show Review by Robin Gorman Newman
March 14th, 2016
Boy loves girl, and girl loves boy......college sweethearts for five years. Boy also loves younger boy....dating for three months. Girl meets younger boy who keeps silent about his relationship with her boyfriend. All have a lot to lose if the truth comes out. If playing it straight, literally, Ben and Emily ...
Guest Blog Post: Remote and Flexible Work Opportunities for Later Moms by Georgene Huang
March 10th, 2016
Motherhood changes our lives — whenever it happens — but it can be a particular shock to be a mother after a decade or more in the workplace. It’s common to hear that women are surprised at how they feel about their careers after the birth of their children, and ...
Gracious Inch By Gracious Inch by Pamela Francis
March 3rd, 2016
The scariest word in my age group today seems to be... "unhirable". "Unhirable" is the state of being whereby no one will offer you employment ever again under the current technological and millennials-only regime, usually because of your age and what some would deem obsolete skillset while you've been out ...
Size Evidently Does Matter by Sharon O’Donnell
February 28th, 2016
I've had a Facebook page for years and have had a Twitter account for several years too, although I don't know how to use all the Twitter or my I Phone's features. One of my nephews recently showed me how to take a photo of a screen shot of a ...
Mom Theatre Blogger: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show: Review by Sai Malena Jimenez-Fogarty
February 16th, 2016
In Jonathan Rockefeller’s new critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, young viewers get to enjoy author Eric Carle’s bright and colorful characters brought to life at the 47th Street Theatre until March 27, 2016. Once the show begins, the children are captivated by the familiar characters portrayed by ...
Mom Theatre Blogger: Fiddler on the Roof: Show Review by Robin Gorman Newman
February 13th, 2016
I grew up listening to the cast album of Fiddler on the Roof, and it conjured up childhood memories when I had the opportunity to see the new production, particularly given that it was Kids Night on Broadway. After the performance there was a talkback, and a good number of ...
SCHOOL BREAK IN NYC WITH A TWEEN by Robin Gorman Newman
February 8th, 2016
My 12 year old son and I really enjoy NYC and have made many memories during our staycations when he has school break. I am always grateful for the quality time we have together, since life often feels so busy on a day-to-day basis, for our family. With February school break ...
NYC Weekend Getaway: EXECUTIVE HOTEL LE SOLEIL: Travel Review by Robin Gorman Newman
February 6th, 2016
Being the NYC enthusiasts that we are, my 12 year old son and I never pass up the opportunity to spend an overnight in the Big Apple, particularly during school breaks when we prefer not to jump on a plane for fear of getting stranded due to inclement weather or ...
