Photo Flash: Kate Burton Stars in THE TEMPEST at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2018
Prospera, the Duchess of Milan, lives in exile on a desert island after being thrown out of power by her wicked brother. For company, she has only her daughter Miranda, the spirits who are native to the island, and her beloved books. The books are the source of her dark magic, which she uses to lure her enemies to the island so she can exact revenge. But her plot could destroy Miranda's happiness, so Prospera must choose between her own anger and her daughter's future.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2018
Prospera, the Duchess of Milan, lives in exile on a desert island after being thrown out of power by her wicked brother. For company, she has only her daughter Miranda, the spirits who are native to the island, and her beloved books. The books are the source of her dark magic, which she uses to lure her enemies to the island so she can exact revenge. But her plot could destroy Miranda's happiness, so Prospera must choose between her own anger and her daughter's future.
Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY To Open In Fallbrook
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2018
The 413 Project Theater will open a play adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility on June 22nd, 2018, at the Tea Lane Parlor in Fallbrook.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2018
The 413 Project Theater will open a play adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility on June 22nd, 2018, at the Tea Lane Parlor in Fallbrook.
THE GREAT & POWERFUL TIM SAVES CHRISTMAS Brings Comedy And Magic Together Like Never Before At San Diego Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2018
International touring magician and comedian The Great & Powerful Tim is roped into a holiday adventure after a magic trick goes awry, killing Santa Claus. It's up to Tim to save Christmas with his hilarious mind-bending illusions, with lots of fun audience participation. Featuring cards that appear inside sealed cans of spam, magical lie-detecting cargo shorts, a Nintendo Powerglove that reads minds, and a bullet catch routine using laser tag guns.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2018
International touring magician and comedian The Great & Powerful Tim is roped into a holiday adventure after a magic trick goes awry, killing Santa Claus. It's up to Tim to save Christmas with his hilarious mind-bending illusions, with lots of fun audience participation. Featuring cards that appear inside sealed cans of spam, magical lie-detecting cargo shorts, a Nintendo Powerglove that reads minds, and a bullet catch routine using laser tag guns.
The Roustabouts Theatre Co presents ROMEO, ROMEO & JULIET
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2018
What happens when Shakespeare's iconic, star-crossed lovers get a third wheel? A tangled triangle of unrequited love! In this fun and fizzy romantic comedy, a rehearsal room becomes a hilarious hothouse for palpable passion, witty repartee, and comedic conflict as the Bard's glorious language inspires the hopeless romantic in us all.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2018
What happens when Shakespeare's iconic, star-crossed lovers get a third wheel? A tangled triangle of unrequited love! In this fun and fizzy romantic comedy, a rehearsal room becomes a hilarious hothouse for palpable passion, witty repartee, and comedic conflict as the Bard's glorious language inspires the hopeless romantic in us all.
Unattended Baggage Presents The West Coast Premiere Of I'M SMILING BECAUSE I'M UNCOMFORTABLE
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2018
I'm Smiling Because I'm Uncomfortable will make its West Coast premiere in kitchens Wednesday, June 20th through Monday, June 25th as part of the San Diego International Fringe Festival. The show runs fifty minutes. The kitchen is located at 951 Fifth Ave (a five-minute walk from the Fringe Festival Hub!). The play is written and performed by Emma Howard, directed by Sean Pollock and Hana Mastrogiacomo, and produced by Alyssa Berdie.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2018
I'm Smiling Because I'm Uncomfortable will make its West Coast premiere in kitchens Wednesday, June 20th through Monday, June 25th as part of the San Diego International Fringe Festival. The show runs fifty minutes. The kitchen is located at 951 Fifth Ave (a five-minute walk from the Fringe Festival Hub!). The play is written and performed by Emma Howard, directed by Sean Pollock and Hana Mastrogiacomo, and produced by Alyssa Berdie.
Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY To Open In Fallbrook
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2018
The 413 Project Theater will open a play adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility on June 22nd, 2018, at the Tea Lane Parlor in Fallbrook.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2018
The 413 Project Theater will open a play adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility on June 22nd, 2018, at the Tea Lane Parlor in Fallbrook.
Photo Flash: Sid and Marty Krofft to Visit Comic-Con San Diego
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
Sid & Marty Krofft received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 45th Daytime Emmys and are coming back to Comic-Con. After producing 73 episodes of MUTT & STUFF for Nickelodeon, the legendary producers have just produced two 1-hour MUTT & STUFF specials, and are preparing for the MUTT & STUFF LIVE Tour. Come hear showbiz stories and tales from the 1970s all the way through to the present day. In an exclusive for Comic-Con, Sid & Marty will give audience members details on a brand new project for grownups that uses ALL their iconic characters from ALL their shows. Its big. Its exciting. And its exclusive for Comic Con! Emmy Award winning actress and Daytime Emmy Social Media Hostess, Carolyn Hennesy, known for 'Rosalyn Harris' on HBO series True Blood, and 'Diane Miller' on ABC'S General Hospital, will be moderating! (Room 23ABC)
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
Sid & Marty Krofft received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 45th Daytime Emmys and are coming back to Comic-Con. After producing 73 episodes of MUTT & STUFF for Nickelodeon, the legendary producers have just produced two 1-hour MUTT & STUFF specials, and are preparing for the MUTT & STUFF LIVE Tour. Come hear showbiz stories and tales from the 1970s all the way through to the present day. In an exclusive for Comic-Con, Sid & Marty will give audience members details on a brand new project for grownups that uses ALL their iconic characters from ALL their shows. Its big. Its exciting. And its exclusive for Comic Con! Emmy Award winning actress and Daytime Emmy Social Media Hostess, Carolyn Hennesy, known for 'Rosalyn Harris' on HBO series True Blood, and 'Diane Miller' on ABC'S General Hospital, will be moderating! (Room 23ABC)
Review Roundup: La Jolla's World Premiere of THE SQUIRRELS
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
La Jolla Playhouse presents the world-premiere production of The Squirrels, by Tony Award nominee Robert Askins, directed by 2017 Tony Award winner and La Jolla Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley, running June 5 - July 8.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
La Jolla Playhouse presents the world-premiere production of The Squirrels, by Tony Award nominee Robert Askins, directed by 2017 Tony Award winner and La Jolla Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley, running June 5 - July 8.
Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY To Open In Fallbrook
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
The 413 Project Theater will open a play adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility on June 22nd, 2018, at the Tea Lane Parlor in Fallbrook.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
The 413 Project Theater will open a play adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility on June 22nd, 2018, at the Tea Lane Parlor in Fallbrook.
BWW Review: THE SQUIRRELS at the La Jolla Playhouse
by E.H. Reiter - June 19, 2018
The La Jolla Playhouse brings Robert Askins' darkly comedic new one act play THE SQUIRRELS to the stage though July 8th.
by E.H. Reiter - June 19, 2018
The La Jolla Playhouse brings Robert Askins' darkly comedic new one act play THE SQUIRRELS to the stage though July 8th.
The Old Globe Presents Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley: From Slavery To Modiste, A Free coLAB Presentation
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
For the second consecutive year, The Old Globe will participate in the George Stevens Senior Center's annual Juneteenth Celebration by presenting an original play developed in the coLAB workshop: Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley: From Slavery to Modiste. Written by local community member and new playwright Claudia Thompson, it will be directed by the award-winning Delicia Turner Sonnenberg (Skeleton Crew at the Globe last spring).
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
For the second consecutive year, The Old Globe will participate in the George Stevens Senior Center's annual Juneteenth Celebration by presenting an original play developed in the coLAB workshop: Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley: From Slavery to Modiste. Written by local community member and new playwright Claudia Thompson, it will be directed by the award-winning Delicia Turner Sonnenberg (Skeleton Crew at the Globe last spring).
Patio Playhouse Presents JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Partnered With Boys & Girls Club Of Greater San Diego
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
What's the buzz? Tap your toes and be enchanted by crowd favorite rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar, playing under the stars at Kit Carson Amphitheater from June 15 through 30. The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 40 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally-known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christ's life. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers and the Roman Empire.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
What's the buzz? Tap your toes and be enchanted by crowd favorite rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar, playing under the stars at Kit Carson Amphitheater from June 15 through 30. The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 40 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally-known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christ's life. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers and the Roman Empire.
Free Monday Night Summer Shakespeare Film Screenings at The Old Globe this July
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2018
The Old Globe will once again share some of its favorite Shakespearean cinema as a complement to its stage productions with the return of Free Monday Night Film Screenings, presented in conjunction with the 2018 Summer Shakespeare Festival. Curated by the Globe's Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein and introduced by KPBS's "Cinema Junkie" Beth Accomando, the films include Fred Wilcox's Forbidden Planet on July 9, Ralph Fiennes's Coriolanus on July 16, Orson Welles's Othello on July 30, and Ian McKellen's Richard III on August 27. Admission is free. Seating for each film is first-come, first-served and by general admission. The line begins one hour before each screening.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2018
The Old Globe will once again share some of its favorite Shakespearean cinema as a complement to its stage productions with the return of Free Monday Night Film Screenings, presented in conjunction with the 2018 Summer Shakespeare Festival. Curated by the Globe's Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein and introduced by KPBS's "Cinema Junkie" Beth Accomando, the films include Fred Wilcox's Forbidden Planet on July 9, Ralph Fiennes's Coriolanus on July 16, Orson Welles's Othello on July 30, and Ian McKellen's Richard III on August 27. Admission is free. Seating for each film is first-come, first-served and by general admission. The line begins one hour before each screening.
Write Out Loud Awarded California Arts Council “Organizational Development” Grant
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2018
The California Arts Council announced its plans to award $4,980 to Write Out Loud as part of its Organizational Development program.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2018
The California Arts Council announced its plans to award $4,980 to Write Out Loud as part of its Organizational Development program.
Additional Performance Of MAMMA MIA! Announced at Moonlight Stage
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2018
Moonlight Stage Productions announces it has added an additional performance of "Mamma Mia!" to meet ticket demand for Tues., June 26 at 8 p.m. This is the second performance that has been added to the schedule. Tickets for the June 26 and all other performances of "Mamma Mia!" are on sale now in person at VisTix (200 Civic Center Dr., Vista), by phone at (760) 724-2110, and online at moonlightstage.com. "Mamma Mia!" opened Moonlight's 38th season on June 13 and will be on stage through June 30, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2018
Moonlight Stage Productions announces it has added an additional performance of "Mamma Mia!" to meet ticket demand for Tues., June 26 at 8 p.m. This is the second performance that has been added to the schedule. Tickets for the June 26 and all other performances of "Mamma Mia!" are on sale now in person at VisTix (200 Civic Center Dr., Vista), by phone at (760) 724-2110, and online at moonlightstage.com. "Mamma Mia!" opened Moonlight's 38th season on June 13 and will be on stage through June 30, 2018.
The Roustabouts Theatre Company Presents ROMEO, ROMEO & JULIET At Moxie Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2018
The Roustabouts Theatre Co. presents the world premiere of ROMEO, ROMEO & JULIET written by co-founder Ruff Yeager at the MOXIE Theatre from June 14 through July 8, 2018. Starring Brian Mackey, Michelle Marie Trester & Michael Silberblatt and co-directed by Phil Johnson & Kim Strassburger.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2018
The Roustabouts Theatre Co. presents the world premiere of ROMEO, ROMEO & JULIET written by co-founder Ruff Yeager at the MOXIE Theatre from June 14 through July 8, 2018. Starring Brian Mackey, Michelle Marie Trester & Michael Silberblatt and co-directed by Phil Johnson & Kim Strassburger.
BWW Review: MAINLY MOZART at The Balboa Theater
by Ron Bierman - June 13, 2018
Every year since 1989 Mainly Mozart has been bringing many of the best orchestra musicians in the country to San Diego to perform a month-long series of concerts ranging from solo recitals to orchestral. When Michael Francis succeeded founding music director and conductor David Atherton in 2015 he reemphasized the organization's name by planning a six-year chronological traversal of Mozart's music. The first-year featured Mozart as prodigy. This year, the third, Mozart is a 'rebel' breaking ranks with the music establishment and the control of his father Leopold.
by Ron Bierman - June 13, 2018
Every year since 1989 Mainly Mozart has been bringing many of the best orchestra musicians in the country to San Diego to perform a month-long series of concerts ranging from solo recitals to orchestral. When Michael Francis succeeded founding music director and conductor David Atherton in 2015 he reemphasized the organization's name by planning a six-year chronological traversal of Mozart's music. The first-year featured Mozart as prodigy. This year, the third, Mozart is a 'rebel' breaking ranks with the music establishment and the control of his father Leopold.
Moonlight Stage Productions Announces 2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
At the end of its third decade on the cusp of celebrating its 40th anniversary, Moonlight Stage Productions today announced its 2019 season. For its 39th summer, Moonlight will offer three new musicals to its stage, and one treasured revival.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
At the end of its third decade on the cusp of celebrating its 40th anniversary, Moonlight Stage Productions today announced its 2019 season. For its 39th summer, Moonlight will offer three new musicals to its stage, and one treasured revival.
La Jolla Playhouse Announces 2018 Resident Theatre: Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
La Jolla Playhouse is proud to announce Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company as its 2018/2019 Resident Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
La Jolla Playhouse is proud to announce Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company as its 2018/2019 Resident Theatre.
DR. SEUSS'S THE LORAX Begins Performances at The Old Globe This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
The Old Globe, together with Children's Theatre Company (CTC), and in partnership with The Old Vic, today updated information for Dr. Seuss's The Lorax in its U.S. premiere. The production, based on the book The Lorax by Dr. Seuss, is adapted for the stage by David Greig (Artistic Director of Royal Lyceum Theatre Company; recent work: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Cover My Tracks) with music and lyrics written by Charlie Fink (front man/songwriter for the hit musical group Noah and the Whale, 2007-2015).
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
The Old Globe, together with Children's Theatre Company (CTC), and in partnership with The Old Vic, today updated information for Dr. Seuss's The Lorax in its U.S. premiere. The production, based on the book The Lorax by Dr. Seuss, is adapted for the stage by David Greig (Artistic Director of Royal Lyceum Theatre Company; recent work: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Cover My Tracks) with music and lyrics written by Charlie Fink (front man/songwriter for the hit musical group Noah and the Whale, 2007-2015).
The UC San Diego Department Of Theatre And Dance Presents NEW DIRECTIONS 2018
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2018
The UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance presents New Directions 2018, directed by Yolande Snaith
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2018
The UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance presents New Directions 2018, directed by Yolande Snaith
OnStage Playhouse Concludes Season with SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE: THE SONGS OF LEIBER & STOLLER
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2018
OnStage Playhouse concludes its 2017-18 season with the Grammy and Tony Award-nominated smash that made history as Broadway's longest running musical revue and celebrates the best songs of the legendary songwriting duo, Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Their generation-defining songs climbed the Billboard charts and provided hit after hit for icons like Elvis Presley, Ben E. King, The Coasters and The Drifters. With themes of love won, lost and imagined, their songs touched global audiences with wit and slice-of-life emotions. Audiences will be treated to more than 30 show stopping tunes including classics like 'On Broadway,' 'Yakety Yak,' 'Charlie Brown,' 'Jailhouse Rock,' 'Hound Dog,' 'Love Potion #9,' 'Spanish Harlem,' and 'Stand by Me.'
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2018
OnStage Playhouse concludes its 2017-18 season with the Grammy and Tony Award-nominated smash that made history as Broadway's longest running musical revue and celebrates the best songs of the legendary songwriting duo, Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Their generation-defining songs climbed the Billboard charts and provided hit after hit for icons like Elvis Presley, Ben E. King, The Coasters and The Drifters. With themes of love won, lost and imagined, their songs touched global audiences with wit and slice-of-life emotions. Audiences will be treated to more than 30 show stopping tunes including classics like 'On Broadway,' 'Yakety Yak,' 'Charlie Brown,' 'Jailhouse Rock,' 'Hound Dog,' 'Love Potion #9,' 'Spanish Harlem,' and 'Stand by Me.'
Play, Learn, And Experience The Wonders Of The Arts At The Inaugural MAGEC In The Park & Patio Playhouse Preview
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2018
MAGEC (Museums & Arts Growing Escondido Culture) and Patio Playhouse Plays in the Park are proud to present the inaugural MAGEC in the Park Family Event and Preview Show today, June 9th at the Kit Carson Park Amphitheater. This family festival, running from 6:30-9pm today, June 9, 2018, is designed to bring youth teams together to create cool art and showcase Escondido's Arts and Culture, and is free to all participants!
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2018
MAGEC (Museums & Arts Growing Escondido Culture) and Patio Playhouse Plays in the Park are proud to present the inaugural MAGEC in the Park Family Event and Preview Show today, June 9th at the Kit Carson Park Amphitheater. This family festival, running from 6:30-9pm today, June 9, 2018, is designed to bring youth teams together to create cool art and showcase Escondido's Arts and Culture, and is free to all participants!
NATIVE GARDENS to Tour to 4 Community Partner Venues
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
The Globe is happy to announce that the Globe for All Tour will continue to bring shows to the community in 2018, with support provided by Theatre Forward's Advancing Strong Theatre grant program. Following the Globe engagement of Karen Zacarias's hilarious comedy directed by Edward Torres, Native Gardens will travel June 28 through July 1 to four of our community partner venues for free performances in South Bay, Lemon Grove, Otay Mesa, and Oceanside. Developed in the 2017 Powers New Voices Festival, it runs through June 24 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, and then hits the road!
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
The Globe is happy to announce that the Globe for All Tour will continue to bring shows to the community in 2018, with support provided by Theatre Forward's Advancing Strong Theatre grant program. Following the Globe engagement of Karen Zacarias's hilarious comedy directed by Edward Torres, Native Gardens will travel June 28 through July 1 to four of our community partner venues for free performances in South Bay, Lemon Grove, Otay Mesa, and Oceanside. Developed in the 2017 Powers New Voices Festival, it runs through June 24 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, and then hits the road!
BWW review: THE FATHER at North Coast Rep
by E.H. Reiter - June 08, 2018
In THE FATHER, playing at the North Coast Repertory Theatre through June 24th, the audience is put in a more unpredictable position of shifting facts and realities in this wonderful and challenging new play.
by E.H. Reiter - June 08, 2018
In THE FATHER, playing at the North Coast Repertory Theatre through June 24th, the audience is put in a more unpredictable position of shifting facts and realities in this wonderful and challenging new play.
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