Get theatre news and discounts for San Diego

San Diego Theatre Newsroom Page 147

Back to Main...
Coronado Playhouse and Pickwick Players present JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2017
Coronado Playhouse and Pickwick Players have joined forces to bring James and the Giant Peach, opening Friday June 9th and running until Sunday July 2nd, 2017 at Coronado Playhouse. 
MAGIC TO THE FUTURE Brings Comedy, Magic, and Story-Telling Together Like Never Before at San Diego Fringe
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2017
A comedy magic show with a plot! When an accident sends an unconfident magician's assistant back through time, does he have the courage to do a show on his own and generate enough magic to get back to the future? A tribute to 80s films from Back To The Future to The Terminator. Featuring a robot that solves Rubik's cubes, a shake weight time machine, and a mind-reading goldfish.
The Roustabouts Theatre Co. presents THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2017
Running in rep with WITHERING HEIGHTS, is the one-woman comedic show THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE by Jane Wagner featuring Monique Gaffney and directed by Dr. Rachel Hastings. Ms. Gaffney plays 12 unique characters including Trudy, a bag lady who advises extraterrestrials about life on earth. The role is a tour de force, a one-woman rocket that propels the audience straight into the stratosphere while remaining hilariously grounded in our common human experience.
San Diego Women's Chorus Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary and Announces $30K Fundraising Goal Met
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2017
The San Diego Women's Chorus treated audiences this past weekend (May 6-7, 2017) to a set of three celebratory performances of their 30th Anniversary concert, 'Reflections: Looking Back On Our First 30 Years!' at the University Christian Church in Hillcrest. The concerts featured over 100 women of SDWC singing songs from the chorus' 30-year history, encapsulating the group's rich commitment to peace, social action, honoring the lives of women who came before them, and providing quality musical entertainment to the local community.
2017 Ben Vereen Awards Nominees Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2017
Broadway/San Diego is excited to announce the 10 Best Actress and 10 Best Actor nominees for the 2017 Ben Vereen Awards, of which two will be selected on May 28th to compete at The National High School Musical Theatre Awards (The JimmyTM Awards) in New York this June. The San Diego Ben Vereen Awards is sponsored by San Diego County Credit Union and this, its fourth year, will also highlight the winners of the Wellness Through the Arts Essay Contest with an original musical theatre production piece.
BWW Preview: San Diego's Ling Ends Tenure on High Note
by Erica Miner - May 12, 2017
Ling's dedication in building the orchestra into a major symphonic force has won him many devotees
Diversionary Theatre to Channel the '80s with DECADES OF DIVERSIONARY Event
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2017
Celebrate the decade that birthed the third oldest LGBT theatre in the country and the resilience of our community. The event features a special concert performance of highlights from the Tony Award-winning musical Falsettos.
New Play Cafe presents OUT TO LUNCH at Panera Bread for 2017 Fringe
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2017
Out to Lunch is a series of world premiere short plays, by San Diego Playwrights, designed to fit the confines and clientele of Panera Bread next to Westfield Horton Plaza & Horton Plaza Park. A special feature of Out to Lunch is a performance of a play that is written during the rest of the show by a 'short order playwright.'
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at PigPen's THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON, Starting Saturday at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2017
Performances begin this Saturday, May 13 at The Old Globe for the West Coast premiere of The Old Man and The Old Moon by acclaimed theatre troupe PigPen Theatre Co. Directed by PigPen Theatre Co. and Stuart Carden in their Globe debuts, this intriguing and inventive tale full of music and puppetry runs through June 18 on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Opening night is Thursday, May 18 at 8:00 p.m. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the production below!
AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO Comes to North Coast Rep
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2017
Award-winning actor/director Frank Ferrante re-creates his acclaimed New York and London stage portrayal celebrating America's greatest comedian - Groucho Marx.  You will feel as though Groucho is back, as Ferrante sings, dances and performs classic routines on the North Coast Rep stage, June 12 and 13th at 7:30pm.
Laurence Luckinbill Stars as LBJ in North Coast Rep's Staged Reading of LYNDON
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2017
Broadway actor Laurence Luckinbill stars as Lyndon Johnson. He was the greatest master of Congress in our history, and came to the presidency after the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
The Old Globe Board Member Kathryn Crippen Hattox Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2017
The Old Globe is deeply saddened to announce the passing of prominent businesswoman, civic leader, philanthropist, and Old Globe Board member Kathryn Crippen Hattox, who died April 29.
Review Roundup: San Diego Musical Theatre's FIRST DATE
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2017
We've got all the reviews for SDMT's FIRST DATE! This musical comedy includes music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner, with a book by Austin Winsberg. First Date marks the opening of SDMT's 2017 Off Broadway Series and features direction by J. Scott Lapp, music direction by Jon Lorenz, and choreography by Allison Spratt Pearce. Performances run from March 31 - May 7, 2017 at the Horton Grand Theatre. Press opening is Saturday, April 8 at 8:00 p.m. See what the critics had to say...
Out at the Archives Celebrates the Imperial Court
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2017
On Thursday May 4 at 7 p.m., as part of their popular Out at the Archives series, Lambda Archives will present a panel discussion featuring members of one of the oldest and largest LGBTQ institutions in San Diego-or the world-the Imperial Court.
Roustabouts Theatre Company to Present Comic Retelling of Classic Romance in WITHERING HEIGHTS
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2017
The Roustabouts Theatre Company presents a comic retelling of a classic romance WITHERING HEIGHTS, based on 'Withering Heights' by Emily Bronte, written and performed by Phil Johnson and Omri Schein and directed by David Ellenstein, bringing together two notable local actors and North Coast Rep's Artistic Director to direct the World Premiere at Diversionary Theatre from June 11 to July 9.
Batter Up! San Diego Musical Theatre Announces Cast, Creative Team for DAMN YANKEES
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2017
San Diego Musical Theatre (SDMT) announced today the complete cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Damn Yankees.
La Jolla Playhouse Celebrates COME FROM AWAY, INDECENT Tony Nominations
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2017
La Jolla Playhouse has announced that the world-premiere, Playhouse-born productions of Come From Away, featuring book, music and lyrics by David Hein and Irene Sankoff and direction by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley, and Indecent, by Paula Vogel, have both received multiple Tony, Drama Desk, Drama League, Outer Critics Circle, Obie and Lucille Lortel Award nominations for their subsequent Broadway and/or Off-Broadway productions this season.
Winner of the 2017 Family Fringe / Youth Poster Art Competition Revealed
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2017
And the winner of the 2017 Family Fringe / Youth Poster Art Competition is: Kayla Swift.
San Diego Theatre Connection Announces THREE THRONG THEATRE-A-THON
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2017
Three leading community theatres and two of San Diego County's premier charities come together for a CA$H MOB to help homeless youth and people living with HIV/AIDS and cancer. Every dollar counts to provide music education through the Doors Of Change music and art program for homeless youth 12-24 years of age.
San Jose Stage Honored by Awards; Announce World Premiere Production
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2017
San Jose Stage Company's Co-Founder and Artistic Director, Randall King, was honored last week with the "Distinguished Alumni Award" by San Jose State University's Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi.  During their Spring initiation King accepted the award addressing the new initiates giving words of guidance to the the next generation of artists.   Phi Kappa Phi is the nation's oldest, largest, and most selective society honoring excellence and ethics in all academic disciplines.  William J. Reckmeyer, Phi Kappa Ph President & Professor Emeritus Leadership/Systems SJSU, stated 'PKP Board was impressed with Randall's significant contributions to promoting the arts in our local community, especially establishing San Jose Stage Company as one of the premier artistic institutions in the entire Bay Area."
Hershey Felder Returns to San Diego Rep as Irving Berlin
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2017
San Diego Repertory Theatre (San Diego REP) has announced the return of the highly acclaimed and widely popular holiday show, "Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin." The newly announced show, a holiday offering during the downtown theatre's 42nd season, features songs by Irving Berlin and a book by Hershey Felder, with direction from longtime Felder collaborator Trevor Hay. The show's run begins on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 and plays through Sunday, January 7, 2018 with a press opening on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at 8 p.m. on the Lyceum Stage Theatre at San Diego REP in Horton Plaza.
North Coast Rep Theatre School presents PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2017
North Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to announce the upcoming Theatre School show: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER!  
Diversionary Announces 2017/2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2017
Diversionary has issued a promise for its 32nd Season: this year will pack a revolutionary gut-punch of new, diverse and dynamic work that powerfully speaks to our current political and social situation.
Photo Flash: First Look at the San Diego Premiere of SILENT SKY at Lamb's Players Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2017
Lamb's Players Theatre presents the San Diego premiere of Lauren Gunderson's play SILENT SKY. BroadwayWorld has a first look below!
Local Veteran Promotes San Diego Theatre Scene as National Leader in Diversity and Inclusion
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2017
Theatre Corner is a San Diego-based video interview series promoting more diverse interest and involvement in the theatrical arts. Founded by Michael Taylor, a veteran of the United States Marine Corps Infantry and the only Black man serving on the Board of Directors at the Old Globe. Theatre Corner originated as an effort to engage potential theatergoers in San Diego's underrepresented Black community by spotlighting Black celebrities performing in the local theater scene.

Videos


Dark Road in San Diego Dark Road
Goodwood Theatre & Studios (2/20 - 3/1)
Future of Bass Awardee, Bass Phenom Mohini Dey Quartet On March 08, 2026 in San Diego Future of Bass Awardee, Bass Phenom Mohini Dey Quartet On March 08, 2026
Music and Minds at The Dance Palace (3/8 - 3/8)
Comedy Oakland at Calabash Sat Jan 31st 8pm in San Diego Comedy Oakland at Calabash Sat Jan 31st 8pm
Calabash (1/31 - 1/31)
Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Sat Jan 3 9pm in San Diego Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Sat Jan 3 9pm
Quinn's Lighthouse (1/3 - 1/3)
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon in San Diego Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
Casa del Prado Theatre (2/27 - 3/15)
Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Sat Jan 24 7pm in San Diego Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Sat Jan 24 7pm
Quinn's Lighthouse (1/24 - 1/24)
Comedy Oakland at Calabash Sat Jan 10th 8pm in San Diego Comedy Oakland at Calabash Sat Jan 10th 8pm
Calabash (1/10 - 1/10)
VIEW SHOWS  ADD A SHOW