Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music Announces its 57th Season
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
The Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music, America's longest running festival of new orchestral music, celebrates its 57th season, July 28 - August 11, 2019, with a remarkable women-centric season, featuring a series of relevant and forward-looking commissioned works.
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
The Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music, America's longest running festival of new orchestral music, celebrates its 57th season, July 28 - August 11, 2019, with a remarkable women-centric season, featuring a series of relevant and forward-looking commissioned works.
BWW Review: SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE at New Village Arts
by E.H. Reiter - March 11, 2019
SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE at New Village Arts is a fantastic musical revue that celebrates the music of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller that you don't want to miss!
by E.H. Reiter - March 11, 2019
SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE at New Village Arts is a fantastic musical revue that celebrates the music of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller that you don't want to miss!
San Diego Rep Announces Season 44 - THE HUMANS, HOLD THESE TRUTHS, and More!
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2019
San Diego Repertory Theatre (San Diego REP) announced today the line-up for its 2019/2020 season at the Lyceum Theatre. For its 44th season, San Diego REP invites audiences to sing along to the top-40 hits made at Gold Star Recording Studios in the 1950s and 60s in the world premiere musical 33 1/3: House of Dreams by Jonathan Rosenberg and Brad Ross. Enjoy the om pa pa of Banda music from Mexico in Playwright-in-Residence Herbert Siguenza's new comedy Bad Hombres/Good Wives. Delve into powerful dramas with the tour-de-force solo performance of Hold These Truths by Jeanne Sakata and the 2016 Tony Award-winner for Best Play, The Humans by Stephan Karam. Get swept away in a mash-up of classical Indian music and contemporary hip-hop from India in the action-packed House of Joy by Madhuri Shekar; and relish in the genius of Hershey Felder, with A Paris Love Story, featuring the music of Claude Debussy. Season 44 tickets are currently available by subscription only and can be purchased by calling the box office at (619) 544-1000.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2019
San Diego Repertory Theatre (San Diego REP) announced today the line-up for its 2019/2020 season at the Lyceum Theatre. For its 44th season, San Diego REP invites audiences to sing along to the top-40 hits made at Gold Star Recording Studios in the 1950s and 60s in the world premiere musical 33 1/3: House of Dreams by Jonathan Rosenberg and Brad Ross. Enjoy the om pa pa of Banda music from Mexico in Playwright-in-Residence Herbert Siguenza's new comedy Bad Hombres/Good Wives. Delve into powerful dramas with the tour-de-force solo performance of Hold These Truths by Jeanne Sakata and the 2016 Tony Award-winner for Best Play, The Humans by Stephan Karam. Get swept away in a mash-up of classical Indian music and contemporary hip-hop from India in the action-packed House of Joy by Madhuri Shekar; and relish in the genius of Hershey Felder, with A Paris Love Story, featuring the music of Claude Debussy. Season 44 tickets are currently available by subscription only and can be purchased by calling the box office at (619) 544-1000.
North Coast Repertory Theatre Announces its 2019-2020 Season - AMADEUS, FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, and More!
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2019
Two West Coast premieres and one San Diego premiere highlight an engaging, eclectic 2019-20 seven-play series at North Coast Repertory Theatre, now celebrating its 38th season. Among the offerings are two Tony Award winning masterpieces, beloved audience favorite by Neil Simon, a poignant love story, a political satire, a humorous social commentary, and a hilarious musical of Broadway's greatest hits.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2019
Two West Coast premieres and one San Diego premiere highlight an engaging, eclectic 2019-20 seven-play series at North Coast Repertory Theatre, now celebrating its 38th season. Among the offerings are two Tony Award winning masterpieces, beloved audience favorite by Neil Simon, a poignant love story, a political satire, a humorous social commentary, and a hilarious musical of Broadway's greatest hits.
Broadway's JAY JOHNSON: THE TWO AND ONLY Comes To North Coast Rep
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
Jay Johnson who starred in the classic television series "SOAP", comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre on April 15th &16th at 7:30pm, as he deconstructs the ancient art of ventriloquism from it's historical association with the occult to the present day.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
Jay Johnson who starred in the classic television series "SOAP", comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre on April 15th &16th at 7:30pm, as he deconstructs the ancient art of ventriloquism from it's historical association with the occult to the present day.
BWW Review: EDO DE WAART AND THE SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY at Jacobs Music Center
by Ron Bierman - March 08, 2019
Edo de Waart began his official tenure as The San Diego Symphony Orchestra's Principal Guest Conductor with a program of three 20th Century works of, to receptive listeners, quiet reassuring beauty. The concert opened with 'The Walk to the Paradise Garden,' a between-scenes interlude from British composer Frederick Delius's opera A Village Romeo and Juliet. The interlude's gentle soothing melodies and pace are the exact opposite of those of the boisterous overtures that more typically open a concert. Just about any of Delius's music will sooth the savage breast. Extreme examples could be used to sedate patients before surgery. With that, I fear my bias shows, though I admit de Waart elicited beautiful playing and affectionate warmth in Thomas Beecham's arrangement. Lush and molasses-like as it is, it's hard to believe the arrangement was written so that the piece could be performed by a smaller orchestra than the oversized one Delius originally wrote it for, but it's true.
by Ron Bierman - March 08, 2019
Edo de Waart began his official tenure as The San Diego Symphony Orchestra's Principal Guest Conductor with a program of three 20th Century works of, to receptive listeners, quiet reassuring beauty. The concert opened with 'The Walk to the Paradise Garden,' a between-scenes interlude from British composer Frederick Delius's opera A Village Romeo and Juliet. The interlude's gentle soothing melodies and pace are the exact opposite of those of the boisterous overtures that more typically open a concert. Just about any of Delius's music will sooth the savage breast. Extreme examples could be used to sedate patients before surgery. With that, I fear my bias shows, though I admit de Waart elicited beautiful playing and affectionate warmth in Thomas Beecham's arrangement. Lush and molasses-like as it is, it's hard to believe the arrangement was written so that the piece could be performed by a smaller orchestra than the oversized one Delius originally wrote it for, but it's true.
The UC San Diego Department Of Theatre And Dance Presents EVERYBODY BLACK
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
The UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance presents a university production of EVERYBODY BLACK, by Dave Harris and directed by Steve Broadnax.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
The UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance presents a university production of EVERYBODY BLACK, by Dave Harris and directed by Steve Broadnax.
THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS Announced At New Village Arts
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
New Village Arts is pleased to announce the World Premiere of a new adaptation of the classic commedia dell'arte comedy THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS. This new version of the Italian classic by Carlo Goldoni is translated by AJ Knox, and adapted by Knox and Samantha Ginn. Ginn also stars as the titular servant, Truffaldino.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
New Village Arts is pleased to announce the World Premiere of a new adaptation of the classic commedia dell'arte comedy THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS. This new version of the Italian classic by Carlo Goldoni is translated by AJ Knox, and adapted by Knox and Samantha Ginn. Ginn also stars as the titular servant, Truffaldino.
Season 2 BEYOND BABEL Announces Final San Diego Performance
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
After a combined 120 performances with Season 1 and Season 2 BEYOND BABEL is announcing its final San Diego performance on March 30. Home-grown in San Diego, the acclaimed immersive dance show will end its second San Diego run to go on an international tour and open off-Broadway in early 2020. Due to popular demand the producers created a second season in 2019 at the downtown Beyond Babel theater.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
After a combined 120 performances with Season 1 and Season 2 BEYOND BABEL is announcing its final San Diego performance on March 30. Home-grown in San Diego, the acclaimed immersive dance show will end its second San Diego run to go on an international tour and open off-Broadway in early 2020. Due to popular demand the producers created a second season in 2019 at the downtown Beyond Babel theater.
The UC San Diego Department Of Theatre And Dance Presents EVERYBODY BLACK
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
The UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance presents a university production of EVERYBODY BLACK, by Dave Harris and directed by Steve Broadnax.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
The UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance presents a university production of EVERYBODY BLACK, by Dave Harris and directed by Steve Broadnax.
San Diego REP Announces The Cast & Creative Team Of SWEAT
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
San Diego Repertory Theatre (San Diego REP) announced today the cast and creative team for Lynn Nottage's Sweat, winner of the 2017 Pulitzer Prize for Best Play. Directed by REP artistic director Sam Woodhouse, Sweat will be the final show in The REP's 43rd season. Sweat will run April 18 - May 12, 2019, at San Diego REP's Lyceum Stage Theatre, with previews April 18 - 23, and press opening on Wednesday, April 24 at 7:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
San Diego Repertory Theatre (San Diego REP) announced today the cast and creative team for Lynn Nottage's Sweat, winner of the 2017 Pulitzer Prize for Best Play. Directed by REP artistic director Sam Woodhouse, Sweat will be the final show in The REP's 43rd season. Sweat will run April 18 - May 12, 2019, at San Diego REP's Lyceum Stage Theatre, with previews April 18 - 23, and press opening on Wednesday, April 24 at 7:00 p.m.
The Old Globe Presents the West Coast Premiere Of Laurel Ollstein's THEY PROMISED HER THE MOON
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
The Old Globe today announced the cast and creative team for the West Coast premiere of Laurel Ollstein's They Promised Her the Moon. The first of two shows in the 2018-2019 Globe Season developed in the Globe's Powers New Voices Festival, it wowed Festival audiences with the story of the powerful forces that kept one woman from reaching orbit. Directed by Giovanna Sardelli, They Promised Her the Moon will run April 6 - May 5, 2019 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Preview performances run April 6-10. Opening night is Thursday, April 11 at 8:00 p.m. Single tickets start at $30.00 and are now on sale. Tickets can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE, or by visiting the Box Office at 1363 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park. They Promised Her the Moon will also have a short Globe for All Spring tour to several of our Community Partner venues following performances at the Globe, details to be announced shortly.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
The Old Globe today announced the cast and creative team for the West Coast premiere of Laurel Ollstein's They Promised Her the Moon. The first of two shows in the 2018-2019 Globe Season developed in the Globe's Powers New Voices Festival, it wowed Festival audiences with the story of the powerful forces that kept one woman from reaching orbit. Directed by Giovanna Sardelli, They Promised Her the Moon will run April 6 - May 5, 2019 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Preview performances run April 6-10. Opening night is Thursday, April 11 at 8:00 p.m. Single tickets start at $30.00 and are now on sale. Tickets can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE, or by visiting the Box Office at 1363 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park. They Promised Her the Moon will also have a short Globe for All Spring tour to several of our Community Partner venues following performances at the Globe, details to be announced shortly.
MEN ARE FROM MARS-WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS LIVE! Plays North Coast Rep
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
The Off-Broadway hit comedy Men Are From Mars - Women Are From Venus LIVE!, featuring Ryan Drummond, is a one-man fusion of theatre and stand-up, and is a light-hearted theatrical comedy based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2019
The Off-Broadway hit comedy Men Are From Mars - Women Are From Venus LIVE!, featuring Ryan Drummond, is a one-man fusion of theatre and stand-up, and is a light-hearted theatrical comedy based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray.
Jackbenny Makes San Diego Debut at Martinis Above Fourth
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
Twin brothers Jack and Benny Lipson, professionally known as the critically acclaimed jackbenny, will make their San Diego debut at Martinis Above Fourth on Wednesday, March 20, at 8pm. The duo will present their show It's National See-A-Show Day! featuring wittily provocative original songs and uniquely arranged covers, all seasoned with the brothers' signature sibling shtick. Along with jackbenny's longtime percussionist Theo Seidmon, special guests will include fiery songstress Bella Hicks and the Baritone Bombshell Jonnie Reinhart.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
Twin brothers Jack and Benny Lipson, professionally known as the critically acclaimed jackbenny, will make their San Diego debut at Martinis Above Fourth on Wednesday, March 20, at 8pm. The duo will present their show It's National See-A-Show Day! featuring wittily provocative original songs and uniquely arranged covers, all seasoned with the brothers' signature sibling shtick. Along with jackbenny's longtime percussionist Theo Seidmon, special guests will include fiery songstress Bella Hicks and the Baritone Bombshell Jonnie Reinhart.
The UC San Diego Department Of Theatre And Dance Presents THE MISANTHROPE
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2019
The UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance presents The Misanthrope, by Moliere and directed by Nicholas Rapp.
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2019
The UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance presents The Misanthrope, by Moliere and directed by Nicholas Rapp.
SDSU & MOXIE Theatre Present HOOKMAN A Slasher Comedy
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
Produced in association with MOXIE Theatre, The SDSU School of Theatre, Television, and Film presents Hookman, an existential slasher comedy that re-envisions a familiar urban legend through a contemporary lens. Hookman runs Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 24 in SDSU's Experimental Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
Produced in association with MOXIE Theatre, The SDSU School of Theatre, Television, and Film presents Hookman, an existential slasher comedy that re-envisions a familiar urban legend through a contemporary lens. Hookman runs Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 24 in SDSU's Experimental Theatre.
Bodhi Tree Concerts Presents Fred Benedetti & George Svoboda Guitar Duo
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
The award-winning Bodhi Tree Concerts, the San Diego nonprofit that presents eclectic musical concerts that raise funds for local nonprofits, presents the famed guitar duo of Fred Benedetti and George Svoboda in concert at St. James by-the-Sea on Sunday, March 31, 2019 at 4 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
The award-winning Bodhi Tree Concerts, the San Diego nonprofit that presents eclectic musical concerts that raise funds for local nonprofits, presents the famed guitar duo of Fred Benedetti and George Svoboda in concert at St. James by-the-Sea on Sunday, March 31, 2019 at 4 p.m.
BWW Review: Hershey Felder: BEETHOVEN Highlights the Man Behind the Genius
by E.H. Reiter - March 01, 2019
Beethoven, it's one of those names that make music lovers sigh in appreciation and piano students vow to practice even harder. There is no doubt that his music is dynamic, complex, and captivating; not unlike the man himself it turns out. In HERSHEY FELDER: BEETHOVEN, now playing at the San Diego Repertory Theatre through March 24th, Felder explores the man, the myth, and the music.
by E.H. Reiter - March 01, 2019
Beethoven, it's one of those names that make music lovers sigh in appreciation and piano students vow to practice even harder. There is no doubt that his music is dynamic, complex, and captivating; not unlike the man himself it turns out. In HERSHEY FELDER: BEETHOVEN, now playing at the San Diego Repertory Theatre through March 24th, Felder explores the man, the myth, and the music.
Francine Maigue To Direct Disney's MOANA JR. At San Diego Junior Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
San Diego Junior Theatre, the nation's longest-running youth theatre program, announces the premiere of DISNEY'S MOANA JR, directed and choreographed by Junior Theatre Alumna Francine Maigue. The special pilot production is a partnership with Music Theatre International and Disney Theatrical Group and showcases San Diego performers, musicians and technicians all ranging in age from 8 to 18. MOANA runs March 1-17 at Balboa Park's historic Casa del Prado Theatre. San Diego Junior Theatre is celebrating its 71st season empowering children of all ages, abilities and backgrounds through innovative, engaging and inclusive high-quality theater education and productions.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
San Diego Junior Theatre, the nation's longest-running youth theatre program, announces the premiere of DISNEY'S MOANA JR, directed and choreographed by Junior Theatre Alumna Francine Maigue. The special pilot production is a partnership with Music Theatre International and Disney Theatrical Group and showcases San Diego performers, musicians and technicians all ranging in age from 8 to 18. MOANA runs March 1-17 at Balboa Park's historic Casa del Prado Theatre. San Diego Junior Theatre is celebrating its 71st season empowering children of all ages, abilities and backgrounds through innovative, engaging and inclusive high-quality theater education and productions.
VIDEO: Cast and Creative Talk TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS opened at Old Globe in San Diego, California on February 9 and is running through March 17, 2019. Based on the best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed, Tiny Beautiful Things follows the relationships between an anonymous advice columnist named Sugar and the many real-life readers who pour out their hearts to her. Academy Award nominee Nia Vardalos (My Big Fat Greek Wedding) adapts Strayed's book into an enrapturing and uplifting play that surges with emotion and is called by Variety 'a theatrical hug in turbulent times.' Tiny Beautiful Things is about reaching when you're stuck, recovering when you're broken, and finding the courage to ask the questions that are hardest to answer. Tissues recommended. Contains strong language and adult content.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS opened at Old Globe in San Diego, California on February 9 and is running through March 17, 2019. Based on the best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed, Tiny Beautiful Things follows the relationships between an anonymous advice columnist named Sugar and the many real-life readers who pour out their hearts to her. Academy Award nominee Nia Vardalos (My Big Fat Greek Wedding) adapts Strayed's book into an enrapturing and uplifting play that surges with emotion and is called by Variety 'a theatrical hug in turbulent times.' Tiny Beautiful Things is about reaching when you're stuck, recovering when you're broken, and finding the courage to ask the questions that are hardest to answer. Tissues recommended. Contains strong language and adult content.
San Diego Women's Chorus To Premiere Tribute To Stonewall
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
The San Diego Women's Chorus ('SDWC'), San Diego's premier lesbian-identified community chorus, is proud to present a monumental 2019 spring concert performance titled 'Quiet No More: A Choral Celebration of Stonewall.' The event will feature a brand new commissioned work of the same name that honors the 50th anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City by relaying the events that kickstarted the modern international LGBTQ movement. In addition to the 'Quiet No More' commission, SDWC will be performing a selection of electrifying and empowering pieces, including songs like 'You Will Be Found' from the hit Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen, and the Isley Brothers' throwback, 'Fight the Power.' This inspiring event will take place on Saturday, May 18, 7 PM and Sunday, May 19, 4 PM, 2019 at the Lincoln High School Center for Performing Arts, 4777 Imperial Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
The San Diego Women's Chorus ('SDWC'), San Diego's premier lesbian-identified community chorus, is proud to present a monumental 2019 spring concert performance titled 'Quiet No More: A Choral Celebration of Stonewall.' The event will feature a brand new commissioned work of the same name that honors the 50th anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City by relaying the events that kickstarted the modern international LGBTQ movement. In addition to the 'Quiet No More' commission, SDWC will be performing a selection of electrifying and empowering pieces, including songs like 'You Will Be Found' from the hit Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen, and the Isley Brothers' throwback, 'Fight the Power.' This inspiring event will take place on Saturday, May 18, 7 PM and Sunday, May 19, 4 PM, 2019 at the Lincoln High School Center for Performing Arts, 4777 Imperial Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113.
InnerMission Presents CHURCH By Young Jean Lee
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
InnerMission Productions has announced the third production of its 2018-2019 season, Church. This San Diego premiere was written by Young Jean Lee and will be directed by Kym Pappas.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
InnerMission Productions has announced the third production of its 2018-2019 season, Church. This San Diego premiere was written by Young Jean Lee and will be directed by Kym Pappas.
Jason Stuart Hits San Diego At Martini's, April 18th
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
April 18th the comedian who is been called the gay Don Rickles with a side of Joan Rivers is coming back to Palm Springs at the COPA with his comedy show, SHUT UP, I'M TALKING. With special guest McDonald. https://www.ma4sd.com.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
April 18th the comedian who is been called the gay Don Rickles with a side of Joan Rivers is coming back to Palm Springs at the COPA with his comedy show, SHUT UP, I'M TALKING. With special guest McDonald. https://www.ma4sd.com.
Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS at Old Globe?
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS opened at Old Globe in San Diego, California on February 9 and is running through March 17, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS opened at Old Globe in San Diego, California on February 9 and is running through March 17, 2019.
ALL IN THE TIMING Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
Award-winning playwright David Ives, described by The New York Times as "wizardly, magical, funny, and original," has penned six one-act comedies that examine various attempts at relationships and communication with hilarious results. Using inspired language and wordplay, Ives takes delight in pushing audiences' smart buttons and teasing their brains. Join us for non-stop laughter and brilliant witticisms.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
Award-winning playwright David Ives, described by The New York Times as "wizardly, magical, funny, and original," has penned six one-act comedies that examine various attempts at relationships and communication with hilarious results. Using inspired language and wordplay, Ives takes delight in pushing audiences' smart buttons and teasing their brains. Join us for non-stop laughter and brilliant witticisms.
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