REVIEWERS

It's a wonderful idea to have reviews on the web site. However, this raises a credibility issue. Every show so far has gotten glowing reviews. It gives one pause. In the first year of the A.T. G.'s existence we should be careful about a perception of self gratification. I have heard reports that the reviewers are almost to chummy with the actors the minute they walk into the theatre. This does not bode well towards the objective approach that a reviewer should have. We must be careful. Too many glowing reviews is just as bad as too many bad reviews. People stop believing that they should see a show based on that reviewer's comments. Arthur said it at the last general meeting. Creditability is sacrificed. If there needs to be more people to review, I might be able to suggest some that would have a better eye and understanding of looking at a show from the perspective of production values and won't be afraid to call a spade a spade. Remember, Credibility. -JH