Encore One More Time is an independent theatre and live music review site, created to celebrate performance in all its forms — from intimate fringe productions to arena-filling live shows.
The focus is always on the experience of being there: the atmosphere, the storytelling, the musicianship and the moments that linger long after the curtain falls or the lights come up.
Why Encore One More Time?
The name reflects that feeling audiences know well — the instinctive desire for just one more song, one more scene, one more moment on stage. It’s that connection between performer and audience that makes live performance unforgettable.
Reviews here aim to be thoughtful and honest rather than promotional, written from the perspective of someone who loves live performance and believes it deserves careful attention.
Independence
Encore One More Time is independently run. There are no paid reviews and no obligation to soften criticism. Praise is given when it’s earned, and shortcomings are noted when they matter.
Above all, the site exists to support the idea that live performance — whether on a small stage or a grand one — remains vital, communal and worth celebrating.