John Porter
John Porter
WCVE Public Radio Theatre Critic John Porter can be heard during NPR’s All Things Considered.

Stories from John Porter...

"Dessa Rose" at Firehouse Theatre Project Reviewed

Just how powerful can a musical drama be? WCVE's ATC theater critic John Porter reviews "Dessa Rose."

"Steel Magnolias" a Must See Performance

New versions of well known works can be a real challenge. WCVE's ATC theater critic John Porter looks at "Steel Magnolias."

"Scorched Earth" a Must See

Hows does a home grown world premiere hold up against the rest of the season? WCVE's ATC theater critic John Porter on "Scorched Earth."

"The Liar" Theater Review

Theatre critic John Porter reviews The Liar.

Laughs Abound With the "Church Basement Ladies"

Who are those women behind the door of the fellowship hall?  WCVE's ATC theater critic John Porter visits with the Church Basement Ladies.

Take A Trip Back In Time With "Stupid Kids"

A 1980's play with a 1950's feel --  WCVE's afternoon theater critic John Porter takes aim at Stupid Kids.

"Children's Hour" an Interesting Choice

Can a rarely done American classic get a new life? WCVE's All Things Considered theater critic John Porter looks at "The Children's Hour."

Swift Creek Mill Offers a Hilarious "39 Steps," Critic Says

Saboteurs and clowns: WCVE's All Things Considered reviewer John Porter takes a walk along the 39 steps.

"Lord of the Flies" a Mixed Bag

A plane crash, a desert island, a boulder, and a conch shell. Theatre critic John Porter looks at "Lord of the Flies," now playing at Henley Street Theatre.

"Always...Patsy Cline" a Surefire Hit, Reviewer Says

Virginia legend Patsy Cline gets the star treatment by WCVE's All Things Considered reviewer.