Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary of the theater, from lighting and stagecraft to costumes.
Take notes at the performance you attend.
Scan your notes for the most relevant information to include in your review.
Recall the events of the play. Identify the notable parts of the production including the themes, characters, setting, language and competence of the cast.
Organize your notes into topic heads to help you focus on the parts you want to highlight in your review.
Begin your review with background information on the playwright and the history of the play. List any awards the play and dramatist have garnered.
Describe what you liked best about the performance and what you liked least.
Provide the reader with information about the remaining performances.
Check your spelling, particularly the characters' and cast members' names.