1 Minute Critic is the creation of award-winning editor and journalist Matthew Wexler. Based on the belief that brevity and thoughtful criticism aren’t mutually exclusive, we offer quick takes on our analog lives. Think theater, art, live music, dance, books—anything that asks you to engage in the real world.
Our critics and culture writers each have their own take, and we encourage you to do the same. Don’t just follow us on social media, become part of the conversation. After all, everyone’s a critic.
Have an opinion? Email info@1minutecritic.com
Meet the Minutes
Matthew Wexler
founder | editorial director
Matthew is a nationally recognized editor and writer. His work has appeared in more than 20 publications and online media outlets, including Passport, Hemispheres, ShermansTravel, TDF Stages, Dramatics, Hamptons Magazine, National Geographic, Travel Weekly, Wine Enthusiast, EDGE Media Network, and more.
Most recently, Matthew served as Managing Editor, Special Projects at Q.Digital, working across its network of news and entertainment sites, including Queerty, GayCities, LGBTQ Nation, INTO, and Outsports. His editorial work and writing have been recognized with the GLAAD Barbara Gittings Award for Excellence in LGBTQ Media, two GLAAD Media Award nominations, and six awards from the Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists (NLGJA).
Matthew is a member of the New York Travel Writers Association, the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association, the American Theatre Critics Association, NLGJA, and an alumnus of the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center’s National Critics Institute. @wexlerwrites
Karan Singh
Assistant Editor
Karan is an Indian American reporter based in Los Angeles. After three years in the publishing industry as a copy editor, he pivoted to journalism in 2021. He has covered a broad range of subjects since switching careers, from politics and culture to art and entertainment. His aim as a writer, editor, and photographer is to magnify the forces that energize creativity. @desifrotography
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