La Jolla Playhouse Extends Run Dates for Select 2015-16 Shows, Including New Musical from Robert Lopez & Kristen-Anderson Lopez
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2015
Due to the incredible demand for subscriptions to the 2015/2016 season, La Jolla Playhouse announces a week-long extension for its first two season productions: Come from Away, a world-premiere musical written and composed by David Hein and Irene Sankoff, directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley, as well as for Up Here, a world-premiere musical comedy directed by Alex Timbers (Playhouse's Peter and the Starcatchers), featuring book, music and lyrics by the husband-and-wife team of Robert Lopez (The Book of Mormon, Avenue Q) and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, who took home the Academy and Grammy Awards for Best Song with their mega-hit "Let It Go" from the Disney animated film Frozen. Come from Away will now run May 29 - July 5 in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre, and Up Here will now run July 28 - September 6 in the Mandell Weiss Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2015
Due to the incredible demand for subscriptions to the 2015/2016 season, La Jolla Playhouse announces a week-long extension for its first two season productions: Come from Away, a world-premiere musical written and composed by David Hein and Irene Sankoff, directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley, as well as for Up Here, a world-premiere musical comedy directed by Alex Timbers (Playhouse's Peter and the Starcatchers), featuring book, music and lyrics by the husband-and-wife team of Robert Lopez (The Book of Mormon, Avenue Q) and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, who took home the Academy and Grammy Awards for Best Song with their mega-hit "Let It Go" from the Disney animated film Frozen. Come from Away will now run May 29 - July 5 in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre, and Up Here will now run July 28 - September 6 in the Mandell Weiss Theatre.
San Diego Theatres to Welcome New CEO in May
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2015
Following the announcement last year of the retirement of CEO Donald Telford, San Diego Theatres (SDT) today announced the hiring of a new President and Chief Executive Officer. Telford is retiring after nearly 40 years with SDT, the organization that manages the Civic Theatre and the historic Balboa Theatre in downtown San Diego. In his role as CEO, Telford orchestrated the formation of SDT into an independent entity, ensuring that San Diego residents and visitors continue to have access to top-rate entertainment experiences.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2015
Following the announcement last year of the retirement of CEO Donald Telford, San Diego Theatres (SDT) today announced the hiring of a new President and Chief Executive Officer. Telford is retiring after nearly 40 years with SDT, the organization that manages the Civic Theatre and the historic Balboa Theatre in downtown San Diego. In his role as CEO, Telford orchestrated the formation of SDT into an independent entity, ensuring that San Diego residents and visitors continue to have access to top-rate entertainment experiences.
Desert Ensemble Theatre Presents TWO BY TONY Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2015
Desert Ensemble Theatre continues its record-breaking fourth season tonight, March 13 with a two-weekend run of Two by Tony, a matched set of one-act plays by Producing Artistic Director and award-winning playwright Tony Padilla. The performances will take place at the Pearl McManus Theater (Palm Springs Woman's Club) at 314 S. Cahuilla Road.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2015
Desert Ensemble Theatre continues its record-breaking fourth season tonight, March 13 with a two-weekend run of Two by Tony, a matched set of one-act plays by Producing Artistic Director and award-winning playwright Tony Padilla. The performances will take place at the Pearl McManus Theater (Palm Springs Woman's Club) at 314 S. Cahuilla Road.
San Diego Theatres Names New President & CEO
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2015
Following the announcement last year of the retirement of CEO Donald Telford, San Diego Theatres (SDT) today announced the hiring of a new President and Chief Executive Officer. Telford is retiring after nearly 40 years with SDT, the organization that manages the Civic Theatre and the historic Balboa Theatre in downtown San Diego. In his role as CEO, Telford orchestrated the formation of SDT into an independent entity, ensuring that San Diego residents and visitors continue to have access to top-rate entertainment experiences.
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2015
Following the announcement last year of the retirement of CEO Donald Telford, San Diego Theatres (SDT) today announced the hiring of a new President and Chief Executive Officer. Telford is retiring after nearly 40 years with SDT, the organization that manages the Civic Theatre and the historic Balboa Theatre in downtown San Diego. In his role as CEO, Telford orchestrated the formation of SDT into an independent entity, ensuring that San Diego residents and visitors continue to have access to top-rate entertainment experiences.
Cris O'Bryon, Actor, Musician, Coach, is There Anything He Can't Do?
by E.H. Reiter - March 12, 2015
Have you ever met those people that seem to have an overabundance of talent? Like they're good at everything? Well, Cris O'Bryon is someone like that. Not only is he an actor, an accomplished piano player ,and a voice and acting coach, currently he is also helping teach theatre goers the art of the short con in THE GRIFT by the La Jolla Playhouse.
by E.H. Reiter - March 12, 2015
Have you ever met those people that seem to have an overabundance of talent? Like they're good at everything? Well, Cris O'Bryon is someone like that. Not only is he an actor, an accomplished piano player ,and a voice and acting coach, currently he is also helping teach theatre goers the art of the short con in THE GRIFT by the La Jolla Playhouse.
BWW Blog: Anthony Logan Cole - Beyond the Barricade, Season 2, Ep. 2
by Guest Blogger: Anthony Logan Cole - March 11, 2015
This week we sing through the show, go to hear OASN, and fool around with the cast.
by Guest Blogger: Anthony Logan Cole - March 11, 2015
This week we sing through the show, go to hear OASN, and fool around with the cast.
DMT to Present HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2015
The Douglas Morrisson Theatre has announced the fourth show in our 2014-2015 Journeys Season, HANK WILLIAMS: Lost Highway, The Music and Legend of Hank Williams by Randal Myler and Mark Harelik.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2015
The Douglas Morrisson Theatre has announced the fourth show in our 2014-2015 Journeys Season, HANK WILLIAMS: Lost Highway, The Music and Legend of Hank Williams by Randal Myler and Mark Harelik.
Robert Smyth and Fran Gercke to Star in FREUD'S LAST SESSION at Lamb's Next Month
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2015
Lamb's Players Theatre today announced the cast for their upcoming production of Freud's Last Session, opening on April 11th on their resident stage in Coronado.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2015
Lamb's Players Theatre today announced the cast for their upcoming production of Freud's Last Session, opening on April 11th on their resident stage in Coronado.
Poway Center Foundation Presents Missoula's THE LITTLE MERMAID Today
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2015
The Poway Center for the Performing Arts Foundation presents Missoula Children's Theatre production of The Little Mermaid. The FREE week-long theatre camp for children ages 5 to 18, kicked off at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts on March 2nd. The production begins performances today, March 7th at 3pm and 7 pm. Within one week, children will participate in a full musical theater production from auditions, to rehearsals to a full-scale production for an audience.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2015
The Poway Center for the Performing Arts Foundation presents Missoula Children's Theatre production of The Little Mermaid. The FREE week-long theatre camp for children ages 5 to 18, kicked off at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts on March 2nd. The production begins performances today, March 7th at 3pm and 7 pm. Within one week, children will participate in a full musical theater production from auditions, to rehearsals to a full-scale production for an audience.
The Second City's 55th Anniversary Tour to Stop in San Diego, 3/28
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2015
The Second City is known as the world's leading comedy theater and improvisational troupe, delighting audiences for more than five decades. Celebrating their 55th Anniversary this year, The Second City will be opening their vault to share some of their greatest comedy sketches created by the biggest comedic names in the industry. These acts, mixed with new material and spoofs by today's talented troupe, will tour to Poway and get audiences laughing all evening. The Second City performs on Saturday, March 28 at 8:00 pm at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. This will be an evening of laughter and fun for all!
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2015
The Second City is known as the world's leading comedy theater and improvisational troupe, delighting audiences for more than five decades. Celebrating their 55th Anniversary this year, The Second City will be opening their vault to share some of their greatest comedy sketches created by the biggest comedic names in the industry. These acts, mixed with new material and spoofs by today's talented troupe, will tour to Poway and get audiences laughing all evening. The Second City performs on Saturday, March 28 at 8:00 pm at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. This will be an evening of laughter and fun for all!
DMT to Present TELLING TALES, 3/23
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2015
The Douglas Morrisson Theatre (DMT) announces the fourth in its storytelling series, Telling Tales, on Monday, March 23, 2015, at 8:00pm, at the Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N. Third St. in Hayward, CA. Tickets are $5 (open seating), and are available through the Box Office at (510) 881-6777, at the door or online at www.dmtonline.org.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2015
The Douglas Morrisson Theatre (DMT) announces the fourth in its storytelling series, Telling Tales, on Monday, March 23, 2015, at 8:00pm, at the Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N. Third St. in Hayward, CA. Tickets are $5 (open seating), and are available through the Box Office at (510) 881-6777, at the door or online at www.dmtonline.org.
BWW Blog: Anthony Logan Cole - Beyond the Barricade, Season 2, Ep. 1
by Guest Blogger: Anthony Logan Cole - March 06, 2015
Beyond The Barricade returns with Season 2 Episode 1.
by Guest Blogger: Anthony Logan Cole - March 06, 2015
Beyond The Barricade returns with Season 2 Episode 1.
Anthony Logan Cole Returns as 'Javert' in STAR Rep's LES MISERABLES This Spring
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2015
Anthony Logan Cole returns to the role of Javert in STAR Repertory Theatre's much anticipated remounting of Les Miserables.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2015
Anthony Logan Cole returns to the role of Javert in STAR Repertory Theatre's much anticipated remounting of Les Miserables.
Cygnet Theatre's MY FAIR LADY Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2015
My Fair Lady has been called 'One of the Best Musicals of the Century' by The New York Times and 'The Greatest Musical of All Time' by the Daily Telegraph. For more than 60 years, audiences have been flocking to this unforgettable theater experience based on George Bernard Shaw's play Pygmalion, which opened over a century ago. It is a celebration of the power of music to tell stories, illuminate characters and delight audiences. San Diego theatregoers will have a chance to enjoy this beloved classic musical when My Fair Lady returns to Cygnet Theatre from tonight, March 5 - April 26. Opening Night is March 14.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2015
My Fair Lady has been called 'One of the Best Musicals of the Century' by The New York Times and 'The Greatest Musical of All Time' by the Daily Telegraph. For more than 60 years, audiences have been flocking to this unforgettable theater experience based on George Bernard Shaw's play Pygmalion, which opened over a century ago. It is a celebration of the power of music to tell stories, illuminate characters and delight audiences. San Diego theatregoers will have a chance to enjoy this beloved classic musical when My Fair Lady returns to Cygnet Theatre from tonight, March 5 - April 26. Opening Night is March 14.
Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre Presents LA GRINGA, Now thru 3/22
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2015
Following on the heels of two critically acclaimed productions, The Chosen and Having Our Say, The Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre (CVRep) will present La Gringa, the 1996 Obie Award-winning play by Carmen Rivera. Directed by CV Rep Artistic Director, Ron Celona, La Gringa will be performed at The CV Rep Theatre in Rancho Mirage from tonight, March 4th through Sunday, March 22nd, 2015
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2015
Following on the heels of two critically acclaimed productions, The Chosen and Having Our Say, The Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre (CVRep) will present La Gringa, the 1996 Obie Award-winning play by Carmen Rivera. Directed by CV Rep Artistic Director, Ron Celona, La Gringa will be performed at The CV Rep Theatre in Rancho Mirage from tonight, March 4th through Sunday, March 22nd, 2015
BWW Reviews: North Coast Rep Opens a New Chapter
by Erica Miner - March 02, 2015
North Coast Rep encored its previous hit and the company's first play ever produced
by Erica Miner - March 02, 2015
North Coast Rep encored its previous hit and the company's first play ever produced
BWW Reviews: Shaham Surmounts the Challenge of Unaccompanied Bach
by Erica Miner - March 02, 2015
ivolinist Gil Shaham pushed the envelope by programming three of these works in one evening
by Erica Miner - March 02, 2015
ivolinist Gil Shaham pushed the envelope by programming three of these works in one evening
BALLROOM WITH A TWIST Coming to Poway Center for the Performing Arts, Today
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2015
Gentlemen, here's the ideal Valentine's Day gift for your ladies: tickets to romantic "Ballroom with a Twist," coming to the Poway Center for the Performing Arts today, February 28, 2015 at 8pm. Combine this star-studded event with a starlit Dinner on the Plaza and you have the perfect date night. Featuring stars of the vigorous Dancing with the Stars and finalists of the spunky So You Think You Can Dance and American Idol, "Ballroom with a Twist" features a brilliant new fusion of Broadway, classical, contemporary, modern freestyle and international style dance and song. This exciting new production reminds audiences nationwide of the power and passion of the performing arts.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2015
Gentlemen, here's the ideal Valentine's Day gift for your ladies: tickets to romantic "Ballroom with a Twist," coming to the Poway Center for the Performing Arts today, February 28, 2015 at 8pm. Combine this star-studded event with a starlit Dinner on the Plaza and you have the perfect date night. Featuring stars of the vigorous Dancing with the Stars and finalists of the spunky So You Think You Can Dance and American Idol, "Ballroom with a Twist" features a brilliant new fusion of Broadway, classical, contemporary, modern freestyle and international style dance and song. This exciting new production reminds audiences nationwide of the power and passion of the performing arts.
2015 Ben Vereen Awards Announce Student Health Initiative Essay Contest; Deadline Today
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2015
Ben Vereen and Broadway/San Diego are pleased to announce the inaugural Student Health Initiative Essay Contest as part of the 2015 Ben Vereen Awards (BVA) High School Musical Theatre Competition, sponsored by San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU), takes place Sunday, April 26 at 5 PM at the Historic Balboa Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2015
Ben Vereen and Broadway/San Diego are pleased to announce the inaugural Student Health Initiative Essay Contest as part of the 2015 Ben Vereen Awards (BVA) High School Musical Theatre Competition, sponsored by San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU), takes place Sunday, April 26 at 5 PM at the Historic Balboa Theatre.
Coronado Playhouse to Present AVENUE Q, 1/23-2/28
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2015
Coronado Playhouse presents the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Avenue Q from January 23-February 28, 2015, benefitting San Diego Humane Society and PAWS of Coronado.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2015
Coronado Playhouse presents the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Avenue Q from January 23-February 28, 2015, benefitting San Diego Humane Society and PAWS of Coronado.
Lewis University's Heritage Theatre Company Presents f24 HOUR THEATRE FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2015
Lewis University's Heritage Theatre Company (HTC) is proud to host their 2nd Annual "24 Hour Theatre Festival," a.k.a. "Black Box Blowout" on Friday and Saturday, March 13 and 14.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2015
Lewis University's Heritage Theatre Company (HTC) is proud to host their 2nd Annual "24 Hour Theatre Festival," a.k.a. "Black Box Blowout" on Friday and Saturday, March 13 and 14.
La Jolla Playhouse Rounds Out 2015-16 Season with GUARDS AT THE TAJ
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2015
La Jolla Playhouse announces its final subscription show for the 2015/2016 season: Guards at the Taj, by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph (Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo), marking newly-appointed Playhouse Associate Artistic Director Jaime Castañeda's directorial debut at the Playhouse. The production will run February 2 - 28, 2016 in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2015
La Jolla Playhouse announces its final subscription show for the 2015/2016 season: Guards at the Taj, by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph (Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo), marking newly-appointed Playhouse Associate Artistic Director Jaime Castañeda's directorial debut at the Playhouse. The production will run February 2 - 28, 2016 in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre.
BWW Interviews: David Ellenstein and North Coast Rep are Perfect Together
by Erica Miner - February 27, 2015
Artistic Director David Ellenstein in dual roles as protagonist and director
by Erica Miner - February 27, 2015
Artistic Director David Ellenstein in dual roles as protagonist and director
FIRST FOLIO! THE BOOK THAT GAVE US SHAKESPEARE Coming to The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2015
THE OLD GLOBE, in partnership with the SAN DIEGO PUBLIC LIBRARY, has been selected as the host site for the state of California for First Folio! The Book that Gave Us Shakespeare, a national traveling exhibition of the Shakespeare First Folio, one of the world's most treasured books. The Folger Shakespeare Library, in partnership with Cincinnati Museum Center and the American Library Association, is touring a First Folio of Shakespeare in 2016 to all 50 states, Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2015
THE OLD GLOBE, in partnership with the SAN DIEGO PUBLIC LIBRARY, has been selected as the host site for the state of California for First Folio! The Book that Gave Us Shakespeare, a national traveling exhibition of the Shakespeare First Folio, one of the world's most treasured books. The Folger Shakespeare Library, in partnership with Cincinnati Museum Center and the American Library Association, is touring a First Folio of Shakespeare in 2016 to all 50 states, Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico.
Amy Kim Waschke to Lead THE WHITE SNAKE, Directed by Mary Zimmerman at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2015
The Old Globe is delighted to welcome one of the true geniuses of the American theatre, Tony Award winner Mary Zimmerman, who makes her long-awaited San Diego directing debut with an enchanting theatrical spectacle with live music and sumptuous visuals, The White Snake, continuing the Globe's 80th Anniversary festivities as part of the Balboa Park Centennial Celebration. The Southern California Premiere of The White Snake, written and directed by Zimmerman, will run March 21 through April 26 on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Preview performances run March 21 through 25. Opening night is Thursday, March 26 at 8:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2015
The Old Globe is delighted to welcome one of the true geniuses of the American theatre, Tony Award winner Mary Zimmerman, who makes her long-awaited San Diego directing debut with an enchanting theatrical spectacle with live music and sumptuous visuals, The White Snake, continuing the Globe's 80th Anniversary festivities as part of the Balboa Park Centennial Celebration. The Southern California Premiere of The White Snake, written and directed by Zimmerman, will run March 21 through April 26 on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Preview performances run March 21 through 25. Opening night is Thursday, March 26 at 8:00 p.m.
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