My primary goal as a theater reviewer is to write an honest critique of a play that promotes interest in the production and/or theater company, and prompts conversation about the play's core themes. My approach is respectful, compassionate, and constructive. I try to be insightful and look for nuance. I do not believe in tearing down artists. I see theater critics as a bridge between artists and their potential audience. I want to encourage engagement between theater makers and theater goers. I want you to love theater as much as I do.

I have been reviewing plays for the Theater Mirror since 2019. Below is a catalog of those reviews. You may also find my reviews on Instagram: @ReviewsByJulie

Julie-Anne Whitney 3/10/26 Julie-Anne Whitney 3/10/26

SpeakEasy’s The Antiquities Warns of the Future Dangers of A.I.

Jordan Harrison’s play asks us to consider: what makes us human? How do we maintain our humanity in such a rapidly changing and increasingly violent world? How has technology changed us? And in creating that technology, have we unknowingly manufactured our own destruction?

Julie-Anne Whitney 2/9/26 Julie-Anne Whitney 2/9/26

ASP Brings modern ‘little women’ to watertown

Hamill’s script does take some liberties with the original text– especially in her choice of ending.

Julie-Anne Whitney 1/30/26 Julie-Anne Whitney 1/30/26

‘Noli Timere’ is Thoroughly Thrilling

ArtsEmerson’s Noli Timere is a deeply moving exploration of trust and connection through the fusion of art, music, circus, and dance.

Julie-Anne Whitney 1/25/26 Julie-Anne Whitney 1/25/26

‘The Great Pistachio’ is a Modern Absurdist Gem

The Great Pistachio asks audiences to confront their impulse to retreat from– and give up on– an increasingly violent world.