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Two Holiday Shows Coming to North Coast Rep!
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
Are you looking for something different for Christmas this year? 
Out At the Archives looks at LGBTQ Veterans
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
On Monday, November 14 at 7 pm, in honor of Veterans Day, Lambda Archives will present our next installment of Out At the Archives in conjunction with Diversionary Theatre's Open Monday series.
La Jolla Playhouse Announces Special Engagement of THE WHOLEHEARTED
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2016
La Jolla Playhouse announces a special engagement of the critically-acclaimed one-woman show, The Wholehearted, written and co-directed by UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance professor Deborah Stein (The Bitter Game), performed and co-directed by Suli Holum. Presented in association with Center Theatre Group, the show runs in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre December 14 - 18. Tickets and information are available at LaJollaPlayhouse.org or858-550-1010.
Photo Flash: First Look at The Old Globe's Touring Globe for All Production of MEASURE FOR MEASURE
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2016
The Old Globe invites your participation and coverage as Globe for All returns now through November 20, in its third year on the annual roster, with Shakespeare's searing comedy Measure for Measure. Acclaimed director Patricia McGregor makes her Globe debut, following glowing reviews for The Public Theater Mobile Unit's Hamlet this summer. Scroll down for photos of the cast in action!
J. Bernard Calloway Returns in Title Role of 'THE GRINCH' at The Old Globe Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2016
The Old Globe presents its 19th annual production of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
Photo Flash: The Old Globe Presents DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS!
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2016
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is a wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. Back for its 19th incredible year, the family favorite features the songs "This Time of Year," "Santa for a Day" and "Fah Who Doraze," the delightful carol from the popular animated version of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Celebrate the holidays as the Old Globe Theatre is once again transformed into the snow-covered Whoville, right down to the last can of Who-hash.
J. Bernard Calloway to Return in Title Role of 'THE GRINCH' at The Old Globe; Cast, Creatives Set!
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2016
The Old Globe today announced the complete cast and creative team for the Globe's 19th annual production of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
InnerMission Productions Presents San Diego Premiere of SEVEN SPOTS ON THE SUN
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
 A meditation on mourning, redemption, and revenge, Seven Spots On The Sun follows each character's attempt to come to terms with extraordinary loss and the miracles they have witnessed.
Photo Flash: Meet the Stars of the San Diego Debut of THE MYSTERY OF LOVE AND SEX
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2016
Diversionary Theatre presents the second show in its 31st season, the San Diego Premiere of THE MYSTERY OF LOVE AND SEX by Bathsheba Doran. Directed by Matt M. Morrow with Marci Anne Wuebben*, Mike Sears*, Rachael VanWormer and John W. Wells III, the production runs November 25th-December 24th, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the stars in character below!
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE Opens at Cal State Fullerton on 11/3
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
Cal State Fullerton's production of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, adapted by Jon Jory, is directed by Professor Mark Ramont and runs November 4-20, 2016 in the Young Theatre on campus.
North Coast Repertory Theatre Presents GIRL SINGERS OF THE HIT PARADE HOLIDAY SHOW This December
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
December theatre-goers will find something for everyone's taste at North Coast Repertory Theatre. GIRL SINGERS OF THE HIT PARADE HOLIDAY SHOW is certain to delight the entire family.
Cast, Creatives, Venues Announced for Globe for All's MEASURE FOR MEASURE
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
The Old Globe invites your participation and coverage as Globe for All returns November 1 - November 20, in its third year on the annual roster, with Shakespeare's searing comedy Measure for Measure.
The Laguna Playhouse Youth Theatre Presents THE BOXCAR CHILDREN
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2016
The Boxcar Children is coming to Laguna! The Laguna Playhouse Youth Theatre presents this production on-stage beginning Friday, November 11 through Sunday November 20 at the Laguna Playhouse Moulton Theatre, The Boxcar Children will be directed by Bethanie Knieser, with musical direction by Mark Turnbull.
San Diego Musical Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Teams for WHITE CHRISTMAS and MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET — A LIVE MUSICAL RADIO PLAY
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2016
San Diego Musical Theatre is proud to announce the cast and creative teams for its two holiday productions this season. For the final year SDMT brings Irving Berlin's White Christmas to the historic Spreckels Theatre, with book by David Ives and Paul Blake, directed by Todd Nielsen. White Christmas runs November 25th- December 4th with press opening on Friday, November 25th. SDMT will also present the World Premiere of Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play directed by Colleen Kollar Smith, adapted by Lance Arthur Smith, with original music by Jon Lorenz. Miracle on 34th Street runs December 1st - 23rd at the Horton Grand Theatre, with press opening on Thursday, December 8th.
1940's SoCo Comes to Life in FILM NOIR UNSCRIPTED
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
The dark and seedy underbelly of Southern California in the 1940's and 50's is the setting for Film Noir UnScripted.  Join Impro Theatre for a night of shadowy tales featuring villains, dangerous dames and a trench-coated detective, all performed without a clue - except for your suggestions.  Inspired by such authors as James M. Cain, Dashiell Hammett and La Jolla's own Raymond Chandler, Impro Theatre cuts to the funny bone in this hard-boiled, completely improvised evening of seduction and murder.  
Cygnet Theatre Returns to Holiday Classic with A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Cygnet Theatre will continue its ten-year tradition of presenting a holiday show suitable for all ages. This season welcomes the return of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Adapted by Sean Murray with original score by Billy Thompson, this production is a re-imagined take on the original holiday classic featuring lively music, unique puppets and live sound effects. The fully staged production runsNovember 22 - December 24 at Cygnet Theatre in Old Town. Opening Night for Media is Saturday, November 26th at 8:00pm.
Kirsten deLohr Helland Sings Her Siren Song
by E.H. Reiter - October 28, 2016
LIZARD BOY is a comic book inspired musical that is taking San Diego by storm. So in honor of this musical, here are a few fun questions with Kirsten deLohr Helland about theatre, comic books, and what inspired this show
Robert Sean Leonard, Ken Ludwig, Josh Rhodes Slated for The Old Globe's 2017 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
The Old Globe today announced the remaining productions in its 2017 Summer Season, including a brand-new comedy, Ken Ludwig's Robin Hood!, and a Summer Shakespeare Festival lineup featuring Robert Sean Leonard in the title role of the towering history play Richard II, directed by Erica Schmidt. Shakespeare's exhilarating tragedy Hamlet follows, directed by Old Globe Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein, one of the leading American authorities on the works of Shakespeare.
Justin Huertas Answers Some Silly Questions About LIZARD BOY
by E.H. Reiter - October 28, 2016
LIZARD BOY is a comic book inspired musical that is taking San Diego by storm. So in honor of this musical, here are a few fun questions with Justin about theatre, comic books, and what inspired this show.
William A. Williams is Obsessed with LIZARD BOY
by E.H. Reiter - October 28, 2016
LIZARD BOY is a comic book inspired musical that is taking San Diego by storm. So in honor of this musical, here are a few fun questions with William A. Williams about theatre, comic books, and his character.
Cast and Creative Team Set for THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2016
The Old Globe today announced the cast and creative team for The Old Globe and University of San Diego Shiley Graduate Theatre Program presentation of William Shakespeare's The Two Gentlemen of Verona, running November 12 - November 20 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, directed by Richard Seer, Director of Professional Training for the M.F.A. program, as part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Opening night is Saturday, November 12 at 8:00 p.m.
San Diego REP's DISGRACED, Starring Katy Perry's Sitar Player, Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2016
San Diego Repertory Theatre (San Diego REP) presents 'Disgraced,' the 2013 Pulitzer Prize-winning drama by Ayad Akhtar.
San Diego Repertory Theatre to Take Part in AFTER ORLANDO
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2016
San Diego Repertory Theatre (San Diego REP) is pleased to present a staged reading of "After Orlando", an evening of short plays in response to the shooting at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, Florida. San Diego REP in association with Missing Bolts Productions (Blair Baker & Zac Kline, artistic directors) and No Passport Theatre Alliance and Press (OBIE-winner Caridad Svich, founder), welcome five local theatre companies who hope to send a powerful message to California voters.
WRITE OUT LOUD Presents SOUTHERN SENSIBILITIES A Story Concert Reading
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2016
Write Out Loud - an organization founded in 2007 with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading short stories aloud for a live audience  - announces SOUTHERN SENSIBILITIES the second production in their 10th Anniversary Season.  Write Out Loud Story Concerts bring literature to life - aloud - with rehearsed readings by professional actors. Each program explores specific themes by weaving a variety of stories, poems and sometimes music together into a literary tapestry.  
Dr. Jeeyoon Kim to Celebrate 10 MORE MINUTES CD Release at The Scripps Research Institute
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2016
Renowned classical pianist Jeeyoon Kim, D.M.A. will celebrate her newest CD album, '10 More Minutes' with an exclusive concert and National CD Release event at the Auditorium at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) on Sunday, December 11th from 3 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.

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