I strongly recommend seeing Camp Logan. If you’re curious about military history, if you want to see another side of patriotism, or if you’re just interested in basic human rights, you will find this play profoundly interesting, moving, and most importantly, educational. I walked out of the Robey Theatre changed.

Many movies are currently being made into musicals. For Billy Elliot, it’s a transition that not only makes sense, but which opens up additional possibilities. Because the story line is about dance, Billy Elliot not only fits the stage, it belongs on stage. There is an energy elicited with live dance performances that can never be captured in quite the same way on screen.

The new production of RED HOT PATRIOT: The Kickass Wit of Molly Ivins plays at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles until February 19, 2012. This 75-minute show is an opportunity to spend an evening enjoying two incredible women.

As the house lights dim, a huge mirrored ball descends from the ceiling and starts spinning, spilling light everywhere in the theatre. Disco music accompanies the glimmering effects, and the energy and excitement of this roaring musical takes off. It’s rare to find a show where the audience starts clapping right at the beginning, but that’s what happens with Priscilla Queen of the Desert.

For those of you who have seen The Book of Mormon you’ll understand when I say “WOW!” For those of you who have not seen it, GO NOW! A caveat for some to the latter statement might be that you do your research on the show first. Then go and see for yourself. Whatever one’s reaction to seeing The Book of Mormon might be, it is safe to say that there has never been anything like it on Broadway.

One of the special musical numbers is Uncle Fester (Kevin Chamberlin), crooning to the moon. With his rotund belly and beatific smile, Chamberlin is hilarious as he sings “The Moon and Me,” while levitating up and away into the night. We see him become “one” with the object of his affection.

The story takes place in a brothel amidst the chaos. The madam takes in young women to service the men on either side of the war, showing that it’s better to willingly give their bodies than live in the bushes or refugee camps.

Michael Feinstein is the multi-platinum-selling, five-time Grammy-nominated entertainer who has been called “The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook.” Michael has appeared in over 150 shows a year, including performances at Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl, as well as at the White House and Buckingham Palace.

Based on the 1935 movie thriller, on stage the thrills and surprises are played for laughs. It’s all a non-stop pleasure with only 4 actors playing all the roles. From clever sets to mood lighting, to playful shadow characters, the fun and surprises never stop. Veiled references to Hitchcock’s other movies bring howls for irony.

Memphis is a simple story. A white high school dropout from the poor side of town, Huey has a deep love of black music. He ventures into an underground juke-joint, where he meets a girl. Felicia steals his heart and captivates his soul with her glorious voice. Unfortunately, she is “colored” and problems ensue.