Michael Pacas

BWW Review: GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER is a Feast at Desert Theatreworks.

Desert Theatreworks has mounted another must-see production with GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER, Todd Kreidler's stage adaptation of the beloved Spencer Tracy - Katherine Hepburn motion picture. The direction, the acting, and the technical design and execution of the comedic drama are first-rate.

BWW Review: CYRANO DE BERGERAC SHINES at Palm Canyon Theatre.

Although the technical aspects of the production are fabulous, the crown jewels here are what goes on on the stage. The sword fighting is impressive. Even the scene changes provide their own hilarious entertainment - while baroque music plays, a group of dancing and clowning nuns move the scenery. Saving the best for last, the acting in this production is extraordinary.

BWW Previews: CYRANO DE BERGERAC at Palm Canyon Theatre

Palm Canyon Theatre (PCT) is presenting Cyrano de Bergerac, the classic French story of “unrequited” love.  Under the guidance of PCT founder Dr. William Layne, the nineteenth century work is presented with a modern translation with lots of comedy, sword play, and of course the heart-wrenching drama of a man whose looks prohibit him from pursuing the woman his heart longs for.

BWW Review: I OUGHT TO BE IN PICTURES Is Both Sweet and Saucy

Desert Theatreworks has produced another winner: Neil Simon’s I OUGHT TO BE IN PICTURES. This story, with its emphasis on rekindling father-daughter love, is deeper than many of his plays. The two casts make the audience care about the characters. Director Daniela Ryan has done a superb job of coaxing brilliant performances from both.

BWW Review: ALWAYS....PATSY CLINE at Desert Theatreworks

In the past two decades I have had several opportunities to see Always, Patsy Cline and I always avoided the show, thinking 'A two-woman show can't be entertaining and besides, I don't like country music.' Please, please do not make the mistake I did. This show has only a few more performances in the Coachella Valley, and it is an incredibly entertaining and moving experience. Part celebrity concert, part Hallmark heart-warming tale, Desert Theatreworks' current production is a must-see!

Winners Announced For The BroadwayWorld 2021 Palm Springs Awards

Winners have been announced for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards. The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; EYELESS IN COLONUS Leads Best Play!

This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; EYELESS IN COLONUS Leads Best Play!

Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; Desert Ensemble Theatre's A CROWD OF ONE Leads Best Streaming Play!

Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; First Stats Announced!

Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.