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Dan Kirsch to Leave Diversionary Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - November 18, 2010
The Board of Trustees of Diversionary Theatre announced today that Executive & Artistic Director Dan Kirsch will step down from his post next March.
Broadway SD Presents WIZARD OF OZ, 2/15-20
by Nicole Rosky - November 16, 2010
The greatest family musical of all time, THE WIZARD OF OZ, is touching down in San Diego as Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation brings this national treasure to the San Diego Civic Theatre; February 15 - 20, 2011.
Broadway SD Presents NEXT TO NORMAL, 1/18-23
by Nicole Rosky - November 16, 2010
Alice Ripley, who received the 2009 Tony Award® for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning Next to Normal, will reprise her acclaimed performance in the musical's 36-week multi-city North American tour, launching in November. It will play in San Diego January 18 - 23, 2011 at the Balboa Theatre, as a Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation.
La Jolla Playhouse Presents RUINED 11/16-12/19
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2010
La Jolla Playhouse presents the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Ruined, by Lynn Nottage (Intimate Apparel, Crumbs from the Table of Joy), directed by South Africa native Liesl Tommy, in the Mandell Weiss Theatre November 16 - December 19 (media night: Sunday, November 21 at 7:00 pm).
WCPC Presents LUNCH and DESSERT, 11/15
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2010
Lunch and Dessert were the first plays that launched Diversionary in November 1986 at the West Coast Production Company (WCPC). Diversionary will do a reading of both one-act plays as part of their 25th Anniversary celebration on Monday, November 15 at 7:30pm.
Robyn Spangler Comes To Palm Desert in LET ME SING 12/4
by Lauren Wolman - November 14, 2010
Robyn Spangler brings her one woman cabaret show 'Let Me Sing!,' to The Arthur Newman Theatre at the Joslyn Center in Palm Desert at 7 PM as part of Les Michaels' Life Is A Cabaret Concert Series. Robyn has always been a singer but is probably best known for her 'day job' of appearing in over 150 commercials including Hilton Hotels, Ford Cars and Trucks, Gatorade and Polygrip.
Babb, Stone, Daveline Set For Old Globe's THE WINTER'S TALE 11/7-14
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2010
The Old Globe/University of San Diego Graduate Theatre Program will present William Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale Nov. 7 - Nov. 14 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre.
Balboa Theatre Presents An Evening with JOAN RIVERS 1/15/2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 09, 2010
Don't miss "An Evening with JOAN RIVERS" as the irreverent, outspoken force of nature takes over the Balboa Theatre on Saturday, January 15, 2011 at 8PM.
Diversionary Hosts Reading Of OUR GAY APPAREL
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 09, 2010
From Christmas 1995 thru Christmas 1999, Diversionary Theatre presented the comedy Our Gay Apparel as a holiday offering to the community.
A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION Gets Live Broadcast at Civic Center, 2/26
by Nicole Rosky - November 08, 2010
Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation is delighted to announce a very special addition to the 2010-2011 Season roster! For one afternoon only, the rabid fans of A Prairie Home Companion with host Garrison Keillor will be able to become part of their beloved show in a Live Broadcast at San Diego Civic Theatre, on Saturday, February 26, 2011 at 2:45PM. For those lucky San Diegans for whom there cannot be enough time spent in Lake Wobegon, there is a special Premium Ticket that includes an opportunity to attend rehearsal from noon - 1:30PM and an APHC Fan Reception between the rehearsal and the show (limited availability). Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Monday, November 15 at 10AM.
Photo Flash: THE WINTER'S TALE at The Old Globe
by Jessica Lewis - November 08, 2010
The Old Globe/University of San Diego Graduate Theatre Program opened William Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale on Nov. 7. The production runs through Nov. 14 at the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre. Production photos have been released and appear below.
TV: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour Special Tijuana Orphans Event
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2010
During the BEAUTY AND THE BEAST tour's recent stop in San Diego, 21 deserving Tijuana orphans were given the opportunity to see the show and meet with the cast.
Cygnet Presents ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, 11/1 & 8
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2010
Artistic Director Sean Murray is pleased to announce a concert staged reading of the hilarious and rarely performed musical, ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, with book and lyrics by Betty Comdon and Adolph Green and music by Cy Coleman. The delightfully comedic romp will be performed free to attendees of Cygnet Theatre's Mini-Benefit, with proceeds supporting the Storytelling on the Green Program. The Mini-Benefit and Concert Reading will be presented TWO NIGHTS ONLY on Mondays, November 1st and 8th at Cygnet Theatre in Old Town. The Mini-Benefit begins at 6:30pm and the Concert Reading begins at 7:30pm.
New Village Arts Announces Upcoming Events
by Lauren Wolman - November 07, 2010
New Village Arts continues to honor our commitment to bring new works of art to the San Diego community with a month-long festival of new plays! Tickets are $15 per show or $39 for a Festival Pass.
Diversionary Presents SANTA CLAUS IS COMING OUT, 12/4-12/12
by Lauren Wolman - November 07, 2010
It starts when a little boy asks Santa for a doll, gets a truck, and thinks he's been bad. The child's quiet letter of complaint shakes St. Nick to the soul as he recalls his fearful youth during the middle ages (when homosexuals were torn to pieces) and regrets the promotional deals he made with Coca-Cola that force him to stay in the closet. Santa Claus Is Coming Out, a theatrical mock-u-mentary by Jeffrey Solomon, reveals the secret romantic life of the beloved childhood icon and the scandal that rocks the world when the truth leaks out.
Civic Theatre Welcomes WEST SIDE STORY, Tickets on Sale 11/7
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
More than fifty years ago one musical changed theater forever. From the first note to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY soars as the greatest love story of all time. The national tour of Broadway's current smash-hit revival kicked off to rave reviews at The Fisher Theatre in Detroit, Mich. on September 30; and this groundbreaking new production of WEST SIDE STORY will play San Diego CIVIC THEATRE in a Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation on January 4-9, 2011. Tickets go on sale to the general public Sunday November 7 at 10AM!
Babb, Stone, Daveline Set For Old Globe's THE WINTER'S TALE 11/7-14
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
The Old Globe/University of San Diego Graduate Theatre Program will present William Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale Nov. 7 - Nov. 14 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre.
MIXTAPE Extended Through December 19
by Audra Stafford - November 07, 2010
Lamb's Players Theatre has extended its 80s musical revue miXtape through December 19.
LIFE OF RILEY, AUGUST, et al Set For Old Globe 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
San Diego's Old Globe presents AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, LIFE OF RILEY and DEATH OF A SALESMAN as part of their 2010-2011 winter season.
Cygnet Theatre Presents NORMAN CONQUESTS, 7/28-11/7
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
Rehearsals are well underway for not one, but three full-length plays opening in previews at Cygnet Theatre this month. Making the rehearsal process even more impressive...all three shows feature the same distinguished cast. Artistic Director Sean Murray and Associate Artistic Director Francis Gercke are pleased to announce the cast of Alan Ayckbourn's trilogy - THE NORMAN CONQUESTS - which includes Danny Campbell, Sandy Campbell, Ron Choularton, Albert Dayan, Joanne Glover and Frances Anita Rivera. The three full-length plays (Table Manners, Round and Round the Garden and Living Together) run in rotating repertory July 28th through November 7th, 2010. Press Openings are Saturday, August 7th at 12pm, 4pm and 8pm.
Old Globe Presents ROBINS AND THE 7 HOODS, LAST ROMANCE, et. al. from July to October
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
The Old Globe announces their schedule for July through October. It includes the conclusion of the 2010 Shakespeare Festival, the world premiere of ROBIN AND THE 7 HOODS, the west coast premiere of THE LAST ROMANCE and WELCOME TO ARROYO'S, and Neil Simon's plays, BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS and BROADWAY BOUND. There also will be several educational programs for children.
THE DRAWER BOY, GEE'S BEND, BECKY'S NEW CAR & More Set for NCR's '10-'11 Season
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
Seven plays. Seven San Diego premieres. North Coast Repertory Theatre will light up the stage with a roster of imaginative, first-time productions during the 2010-2011 season. From laugh-filled, captivating comedies to explosive, thought-provoking dramas, Season 29 promises audiences a rewarding theatrical experience in an intimate setting. And there's more welcome news - subscriber ticket prices have been lowered for the season, so you can enjoy all seven plays and save.
Lynx Offers Creating & Performing Artist Workshops
by Lauren Wolman - November 06, 2010
Creative and Performance Development for Actors, Dancers, Singers, Writers, Musicians, Visual Artists, Poets, Playwrights, Choreographers, Film & Theatre Directors, Screenwriters, Songwriters and Composers.
Kentwood Players Presents ANNIE 11/5-12/11
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2010
Kentwood Players welcomes the 2010 holiday season with the musical 'Annie" based on the Tribune Media Services comic strip "Little Orphan Annie" with music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin, and book by Thomas Meehan.
THE COLOR PURPLE Comes to Civic Theatre, 12/3-5
by Nicole Rosky - November 04, 2010
A Nederlander Presentation is proud to announce that the Broadway smash hit THE COLOR PURPLE, The Musical about Love, will play at San Diego Civic Theatre for five performances only December 3 - 5, 2010. Tickets go on sale on Thursday, September 30 at 10AM.

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