The Rashomon of Farces: Noises Off Leaves Us Rolling

The great news is that

Michael Frayn’s

Noises Off -the best and funniest farce I’ve ever seen-is back on Broadway

at the Brooks Atkinson, and the outcome is a triumph. At the best of times, the

word “tonic” springs to mind. But that doesn’t quite do it this time round. Essential is closer; fix might Read More

Good Breeding Is for the Dogs; Why Not Memorize Nancy Mitford

I’ve got bad news. A seismic cultural shift has occurred, and it’s going to affect a lot of people–especially you. Brace yourself, because … being common isn’t hip anymore!

There, I’ve said it. Everywhere I look, common girls are foundering. The death knell sounded in early June, when the Spice Girls shut down their official Read More