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Young People Weigh in on Musical “& Juliet” with New Plot, Themes Based on Shakespeare Classic
For "& Juliet," our reviewers were all in for the twists this musical gave to the "Romeo and Juliet" story and how pop songs and special effects infused it.

Elizabeth Kramer
Apr 302 min read


“& Juliet” breaks Shakespeare’s quill only to add more flourish to a famous story
But when Anne breaks the quill, she relinquishes control over the story’s ending. The play within the play is finally allowed a breath of fresh air.

Elizabeth Kramer
Apr 303 min read


“& Juliet” reimagines the classic tale as a witty, feminist triumph
This engaging story effectively utilizes popular songs, humor and the fourth wall, such as multiple characters speaking directly to the audience...

Elizabeth Kramer
Apr 304 min read


In “& Juliet,” sometimes selfishness is necessary for self-love
Many elements add to this musical’s overall charm — the script, the song choices, the actors’ performances and the technical elements.

Elizabeth Kramer
Apr 304 min read


Catch our writers in LEO Weekly's Current Under 21 issue
Our writers contribute their youth voices to LEO Weekly's Under 21 issue for the second year.

Elizabeth Kramer
Oct 7, 20241 min read


Even with a new cast, “Alien: Romulus” thrives on stunning CGI and puppetry
Director Ȧlvarez’s extended incorporation of puppetry combined with animatronics and practical effects reel you into the horror of it all.

Arts Angle Vantage Journalist
Oct 7, 20243 min read


Teens create audio stories, credit Earshot with building confidence, skills
"When I started off, I didn't know how to do any of this," said Alexander, who learned how to report and produce stories in Earshot.

Elizabeth Kramer
Jul 9, 20243 min read


June 30: Hear Art Stories by Teens in Our Earshot Program at Speed Museum
On June 30 at the Speed Art Museum, hear teens from Earshot share experiences of producing audio stories.

Elizabeth Kramer
Jun 20, 20242 min read


‘Beetlejuice’ proves, again, it is beloved by teens with its Louisville debut
Teenagers seemed to turn up in droves to the Louisville premiere of "Beetlejuice" the musical. Our teen critics were there.

Elizabeth Kramer
Jun 18, 20241 min read


‘Beetlejuice’ Delivers a Spooky Spectacle That’s Hilarious and Heartfelt
Beetlejuice (Justin Collette) frequently broke the fourth wall, making you feel like you were being pulled into the show.

Arts Angle Vantage Journalist
Jun 18, 20243 min read


Hilarious, relatable, ‘Beetlejuice’ mines grief with sweet twist on family story
This musical feels like a show about death, but ... closely reflects the real experiences of being a teenager in how it talks about grief.

Arts Angle Vantage Journalist
Jun 18, 20244 min read


‘Six’ comes to Louisville and teens find it's more than just the songs
Many teens, including our reviewers, know “Six” through the songs. But when “Six” came to Louisville, they experienced it in new ways.

Elizabeth Kramer
May 1, 20242 min read


‘Six’ Artists give voice to wronged women, and what amazing voices
Amina Faye gave an amazing rendition of Seymour’s “Heart of Stone.” Vocally, this song is based on Adele and Sia, and their iconic ballads.

Arts Angle Vantage Journalist
May 1, 20243 min read


Dazzling vocals, stage tricks, etc., can’t mask dreadful stories of king’s ex-wives, need to spotlight herstory
With only three group numbers in the whole show, the angelic blend of voices was rare, which made it that much sweeter.

Arts Angle Vantage Journalist
May 1, 20244 min read


‘Six’: a harmony of riches transforms woeful stories into empowering messages
The colors, the crystals, and the movement of the costumes perfectly matched each queen's personality.

Arts Angle Vantage Journalist
May 1, 20243 min read


Drenched in pop extravagance, dark side of ‘Six’ lingers after traumas are told
Henry certainly gave each of his wife’s trauma when he was married to them, and it definitely shouldn’t be made into a competition.

Arts Angle Vantage Journalist
May 1, 20242 min read


New play moves queer teens who have thought a lot about faith, religion
Playwright Jonathan Norton hails from Dallas but is no stranger to Louisville. Before Actors Theatre of Louisville halted its...

Elizabeth Kramer
Apr 24, 20242 min read


‘Groupthink’ in the Black church can be larger problem than homophobia for LGBTQ, playwright says
Norton spoke about writing “I Am Delivered’T,” his experience of church culture, and how groupthink can undermine connection.

Arts Angle Vantage Journalist
Apr 24, 20243 min read


A Black church where queer members still seek a home of faith is central to playwright Norton’s new work
All have their struggles independently. But they come together with their struggles in their church.

Arts Angle Vantage Journalist
Apr 24, 20244 min read


Teens weigh in on a new story to them: the couple behind Loving vs Virginia
Arts Angle Vantage reporters found inspiration in this story of the couple behind Loving vs. Virginia.

Elizabeth Kramer
Mar 18, 20241 min read
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