One-Man Shows and Solo Performances: The Ultimate Test of an Actor

Over the years, I have seen many forms of theater, from large Broadway productions with elaborate sets and casts to small experimental pieces in intimate spaces. But there is one form of performance that always stands out to me as the most demanding and, when done well, the most rewarding. That is the one-man show. […]

The Anatomy of a Great Production: Direction, Design, and Execution

Over the years, I have spent a large part of my life in theaters, rehearsal rooms, and screening spaces. I have produced shows both on and off Broadway, written critiques for publications, and watched hundreds of productions come to life in very different ways. One thing has become very clear to me. A great production […]

What Makes a Performance Memorable: Breaking Down Acting, Casting, and Stage Presence

young actors performing on stage

As someone who has spent decades producing, attending, and critiquing theater and film, I have learned that a truly memorable performance is more than just good acting. It is the combination of the right actor, the perfect casting choice, and that intangible quality we call stage presence. These elements work together to create moments that […]

Reinterpreting the Classics: Why Great Plays Must Evolve with Each Generation

actors rehearsing on stage

There is something special about a classic play. It stands the test of time, speaks to universal truths, and continues to draw audiences year after year. I have spent a large part of my life in and around theater, producing shows, attending performances, and writing critiques. One thing I have learned is that a great […]

Beyond Success: Crafting a Legacy Through Giving, Arts, and Education

Over the course of my life, I have been fortunate to experience a wide range of careers and passions. I built businesses, founded Essex-Morgan, LLC, advised clients, and now lead RM Global Advisors. I have also spent decades immersed in the arts, producing Broadway and off-Broadway shows, critiquing theater and film, and serving on multiple […]

Broadway Bob on Stage and Screen: How Thoughtful Criticism Shapes the Arts

I have spent much of my life immersed in the world of theater, film, and the performing arts. From producing shows on and off Broadway to writing critiques for publications like Metropolitan Magazine, Nimbus Magazine, and My Life Publications, I have seen firsthand the power of criticism. At first glance, being a critic may seem […]

Beyond Success: Crafting a Legacy Through Giving, Arts, and Education

Over the course of my life, I have been fortunate to experience a wide range of careers and passions. I built businesses, founded Essex-Morgan, LLC, advised clients, and now lead RM Global Advisors. I have also spent decades immersed in the arts, producing Broadway and off-Broadway shows, critiquing theater and film, and serving on multiple […]

Broadway Bob on Stage and Screen: How Thoughtful Criticism Shapes the Arts

I have spent much of my life immersed in the world of theater, film, and the performing arts. From producing shows on and off Broadway to writing critiques for publications like Metropolitan Magazine, Nimbus Magazine, and My Life Publications, I have seen firsthand the power of criticism. At first glance, being a critic may seem […]

Beyond Success: Crafting a Legacy Through Giving, Arts, and Education

Over the course of my life, I have been fortunate to experience a wide range of careers and passions. I built businesses, founded Essex-Morgan, LLC, advised clients, and now lead RM Global Advisors. I have also spent decades immersed in the arts, producing Broadway and off-Broadway shows, critiquing theater and film, and serving on multiple […]

Broadway Bob on Stage and Screen: How Thoughtful Criticism Shapes the Arts

I have spent much of my life immersed in the world of theater, film, and the performing arts. From producing shows on and off Broadway to writing critiques for publications like Metropolitan Magazine, Nimbus Magazine, and My Life Publications, I have seen firsthand the power of criticism. At first glance, being a critic may seem […]