Trying Way Too Hard: "Everybody's In LA" is a series of live Netflix shows airing this week. As I explain in this review of the premiere, host John Mulaney and his staff forgot an important comedy concept: less is more. https://harrisonline.com/trying-way-too-hard/

I’m not a fan of playwright Anton Chekhov, but with a cast including Steve Carell, Alfred Molina, Alison Pill, and other names I know, I decided to give “Uncle Vanya” a try. Here’s why that was a mistake: https://harrisonline.com/uncle-vanya/

It is not often a Broadway show can be described as “spectacle,” but “Water For Elephants” certainly qualifies. Read my rave review here: https://harrisonline.com/water-for-elephants/

It’s not often a Broadway show can be described as “spectacle,” but “Water For Elephants” certainly qualifies. Read my full review here: https://harrisonline.com/water-for-elephants/

“An Enemy Of The State” is one of the best things I’ve seen on Broadway in a long time, with Jeremy Strong and Michael Imperioli terrific in the leading roles. Read my review here: https://harrisonline.com/an-enemy-of-the-people/

“Stereophonic,” a new Broadway play about a Fleetwood Mac-like band recording an album, was just nominated for 13 Tony Awards, but it didn’t do much for me. Here’s why: harrisonline.com/stereophonic/

New on Harris Online: these descriptions of the ingredients in wines at a recent tasting had me rolling my eyes in disbelief at the whole wine culture. https://harrisonline.com/wine-nuances/

Best Thing I’ve Seen Today: last time I wrote about brilliant magician Asi Wind, I didn't describe any of his tricks because the printed word wouldn't do them justice -- they have to be seen to be believed. Well, I’ve posted new video of him in action: https://harrisonline.com/asi-wind-does-it-again/

I'm always on the lookout for new streaming TV series and movies, but even after I hear about something interesting, it can be days before the company's app allows me to add it to my queue. This should not be too hard to fix. For example: https://harrisonline.com/cant-queue-whats-new/

Best Thing I've Seen Today: The TCM Film Festival honored the 30th anniversary of "Pulp Fiction" with this Q&A with Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, John Travolta, & Harvey Keitel. https://harrisonline.com/best-thing-ive-seen-today-14/