Everybody Loves/Hates a critic

Hi there Everybody!!!

I know what you are thinking...here is another person who thinks that they are an expert on theatre who is going to tell you that they know what you should or should not go and see.

Well, yes and no.

I was so tired of reading reviews from people who seem completely out of touch with "normal" people. I have read many reviews on shows where the critics sing high praises of shows that really were not that great and other shows that they panned and yet were great fun and enjoyed long runs despite what these professionals think. I am definately not a professional and that is what I think gives me a bit of an edge as I am not trying to make money from my reviews, I am just trying to give people an idea if a show is one that they may want to spend their money and/or time to see.

This blog will be done from a "man on the street" prespective with no fancy language or phrases just simple, honest and clear recommendations to shows that I think people would enjoy. I am not endorsed by anyone in the industry and so I can give a completely unbiased opinion of the show. It does not matter what size of show it is...I will review as many as I can. In addition to reviews of shows I will also be putting in commentary on what I see happening in general with the Toronto theatre scene and its players, both onstage and off.

To do this, I will need help from my readers. If you hear of upcoming shows that you would like to see me review then let me know either on the blog here or by emailing me at theatreprivateeye@gmail.com and I will do my best to get a review up for you.

Also, I invite your comments in regards to what I write. If you agree, tell me. If you don't, tell me. If you think I am completely nuts....well you might be right but still let me know! :)