To the Editor:
As a former theater professional and fan of local theater, I appreciate the coverage of Surflight Theatre’s “9 to 5, The Musical,” but I found the recent review (“Surflight’s ‘9 to 5, The Musical’ Flawed But Fun,” 6/25) to be an example of criticism that ignores the greater purpose of engaging with summer stock theater at its best.
Reviews in this setting should aim to nurture emerging artists and contextualize the creative choices made within the constraints and goals of seasonal, often…
July 2, 2025
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