Yasmina Reza's THE UNEXPECTED MAN Plays At The EXIT Theater 7/10-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 02, 2009
Yasmina Reza's ironic comedy -The Unexpected Man - to have SF premiere starring veteran Bay Area actors Ken Ruta and Abigail Van Alyn Stephen Drewes directs the Spare Stage production at EXIT Theater July 10-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 02, 2009
Yasmina Reza's ironic comedy -The Unexpected Man - to have SF premiere starring veteran Bay Area actors Ken Ruta and Abigail Van Alyn Stephen Drewes directs the Spare Stage production at EXIT Theater July 10-25
La Jolla Playhouse Presents The World Premiere Of RESTORATION 6/23-7/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 29, 2009
La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of Restoration, written by and starring award-winning playwright/actress Claudia Shear (Dirty Blonde, Blown Sideways Through Life), directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley. Commissioned by La Jolla Playhouse, Restoration runs in the Mandell Weiss Forum June 23 - July 19 (press opening: Sunday, June 28 at 7:00 pm).
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 29, 2009
La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of Restoration, written by and starring award-winning playwright/actress Claudia Shear (Dirty Blonde, Blown Sideways Through Life), directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley. Commissioned by La Jolla Playhouse, Restoration runs in the Mandell Weiss Forum June 23 - July 19 (press opening: Sunday, June 28 at 7:00 pm).
Old Globe Announces A Casting Call For HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS 7/25, 26
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 28, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe is pleased to announce a casting call for San Diego-based boys and girls (ages 6-15) for its 2009 production of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The production dates are: 1st rehearsal 10/19/09; 1st preview 11/21/10; Opening 11/27/10; Closing 12/27/09.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 28, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe is pleased to announce a casting call for San Diego-based boys and girls (ages 6-15) for its 2009 production of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The production dates are: 1st rehearsal 10/19/09; 1st preview 11/21/10; Opening 11/27/10; Closing 12/27/09.
Old Globe Seeks Young Actor To Originate The Role Of CHRISTOPHER In The World Premiere Musical WHISPER HOUSE
by Reynard Loki - May 27, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe is pleased to announce a casting call for male actors aged 10-13 to play the role of ?Christopher? in the World Premiere production of Duncan Sheik and Kyle Jarrow's Whisper House, directed by Keith Powell. Auditions will be held June 8, 2009 at The Old Globe (by appointment only). Please submit headshots and resumes to casting@TheOldGlobe.org or Whisper House Casting P.O. Box 122171 San Diego, CA 92112-2171. No phone calls.
by Reynard Loki - May 27, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe is pleased to announce a casting call for male actors aged 10-13 to play the role of ?Christopher? in the World Premiere production of Duncan Sheik and Kyle Jarrow's Whisper House, directed by Keith Powell. Auditions will be held June 8, 2009 at The Old Globe (by appointment only). Please submit headshots and resumes to casting@TheOldGlobe.org or Whisper House Casting P.O. Box 122171 San Diego, CA 92112-2171. No phone calls.
Old Globe Announces Casting Call For San Diego-Based Boys And Girls For Its Production Of DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
by Reynard Loki - May 27, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe is pleased to announce a casting call for San Diego-based boys and girls (ages 6-15) for its 2009 production of Dr. Seuss? How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The production dates are: 1st rehearsal 10/19/09; 1st preview 11/21/10; Opening 11/27/10; Closing 12/27/09. We are searching for girls ages 6-12 for the role of ?Cindy Lou,? boys and girls ages 6-12 for ?Who Family? and ensemble roles, and boys and girls ages 13-15 for the ?Teen Ensemble.? To apply, please submit child?s picture, resume (inc. height & weight) parent name and daytime contact information (including e-mail address) to: Grinch Auditions, The Old Globe, PO Box 122171, San Diego, CA 92112-2171, casting@theoldglobe.org. Auditions will be held (by appointment only) on Saturday, July 25th and Sunday, July 26th. Callbacks will be held the following weekend.
by Reynard Loki - May 27, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe is pleased to announce a casting call for San Diego-based boys and girls (ages 6-15) for its 2009 production of Dr. Seuss? How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The production dates are: 1st rehearsal 10/19/09; 1st preview 11/21/10; Opening 11/27/10; Closing 12/27/09. We are searching for girls ages 6-12 for the role of ?Cindy Lou,? boys and girls ages 6-12 for ?Who Family? and ensemble roles, and boys and girls ages 13-15 for the ?Teen Ensemble.? To apply, please submit child?s picture, resume (inc. height & weight) parent name and daytime contact information (including e-mail address) to: Grinch Auditions, The Old Globe, PO Box 122171, San Diego, CA 92112-2171, casting@theoldglobe.org. Auditions will be held (by appointment only) on Saturday, July 25th and Sunday, July 26th. Callbacks will be held the following weekend.
THE STORY OF FROG BELLY RAT BONE Plays 6/20, 6/21 Pay What You Can
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2009
The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone - Using the Rogues' signature mix of live actors, puppetry and digital projection along with 6 original songs, Frog Belly Rat Bone brings Timothy Basil Ering's story of a lonely boy and his search for treasure and friendship to Hyper-theatrical life. Ages 4-10.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2009
The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone - Using the Rogues' signature mix of live actors, puppetry and digital projection along with 6 original songs, Frog Belly Rat Bone brings Timothy Basil Ering's story of a lonely boy and his search for treasure and friendship to Hyper-theatrical life. Ages 4-10.
New Village Arts Presents FOUR DOGS AND A BONE, Previews 6/4, 6/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 26, 2009
New Village Arts Presents John Patrick Shanley's FOUR DOGS AND A BONE, directed by Joshua Everett Johnson. Featuring NVA Ensemble Members Joshua Everett Johnson, Kristianne Kurner and Amanda Sitton with Actors Equity Member Eric Poppick.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 26, 2009
New Village Arts Presents John Patrick Shanley's FOUR DOGS AND A BONE, directed by Joshua Everett Johnson. Featuring NVA Ensemble Members Joshua Everett Johnson, Kristianne Kurner and Amanda Sitton with Actors Equity Member Eric Poppick.
Photo Flash: SCR's COLLECTED STORIES
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 22, 2009
COLLECTED STORIES by Donald Margulies directed by Martin Benson Plays SCR.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 22, 2009
COLLECTED STORIES by Donald Margulies directed by Martin Benson Plays SCR.
Tickets Now On Sale For Mo'olelo's GOOD BOYS 5/21-6/14
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2009
Tickets for Mo`olelo's next production, Good Boys by Jane Martin, are now available at: www.moolelo.net or 619-342-7395. FIVE of the 19 performances are already SOLD OUT - pre-booked by groups! About Good Boys: Two fathers. A school shooting.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2009
Tickets for Mo`olelo's next production, Good Boys by Jane Martin, are now available at: www.moolelo.net or 619-342-7395. FIVE of the 19 performances are already SOLD OUT - pre-booked by groups! About Good Boys: Two fathers. A school shooting.
Photo Flash: CORNELIA Runs At The Globe's Arena Theatre 5/16 - 6/21
by Reynard Loki - May 20, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe presents the world premier of Cornelia, by Mark Victor Olsen (Big Love), directed by Ethan McSweeny (In This Corner), to run in the Old Globe Theatre May 16 ? June 21. Melinda Page Hamilton, who will play ?Cornelia,? was in the Globe?s critically acclaimed productions of Bell, Book and Candle and All My Sons. Robert Foxworth is a television veteran but is perhaps best known for his role as ?Bernard Chenowith? on HBO?s Six Feet Under. Tickets are available by calling (619) 23-GLOBE, online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, or by visiting the Globe Box Office at 1363 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park.
by Reynard Loki - May 20, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe presents the world premier of Cornelia, by Mark Victor Olsen (Big Love), directed by Ethan McSweeny (In This Corner), to run in the Old Globe Theatre May 16 ? June 21. Melinda Page Hamilton, who will play ?Cornelia,? was in the Globe?s critically acclaimed productions of Bell, Book and Candle and All My Sons. Robert Foxworth is a television veteran but is perhaps best known for his role as ?Bernard Chenowith? on HBO?s Six Feet Under. Tickets are available by calling (619) 23-GLOBE, online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, or by visiting the Globe Box Office at 1363 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park.
Ross Valley Players Hosts 2 Benefit Shows Of BRIDGE TOLLS AT THE BARN 6/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2009
The Ross Valley Players presents two benefit performances of BRIDGE TOLLS AT THE BARN, a special adaptation of the popular, award-winning and critically acclaimed musical For Whom the Bridge Tolls, by Rita Abrams and Stan Sinberg.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2009
The Ross Valley Players presents two benefit performances of BRIDGE TOLLS AT THE BARN, a special adaptation of the popular, award-winning and critically acclaimed musical For Whom the Bridge Tolls, by Rita Abrams and Stan Sinberg.
Berkeley Rep Gives Lovers A Chance To Meet YOU, NERO Writer Amy Freed 6/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2009
During its world-premiere production of You, Nero, Berkeley Repertory Theatre invites theatre lovers to meet the real power behind the throne. Amy Freed, the local scribe who put words in the mouth of an emperor for her outrageous new comedy, is the guest of honor at Berkeley Rep's Page to Stage on Monday, June 15.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2009
During its world-premiere production of You, Nero, Berkeley Repertory Theatre invites theatre lovers to meet the real power behind the throne. Amy Freed, the local scribe who put words in the mouth of an emperor for her outrageous new comedy, is the guest of honor at Berkeley Rep's Page to Stage on Monday, June 15.
Hamilton, Foxworth Lead The Cast Of CORNELIA At The Old Globe 5/16-6/21
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe presents the world premier of Cornelia, by Mark Victor Olsen (Big Love), directed by Ethan McSweeny (In This Corner), to run in the Old Globe Theatre May 16 - June 21 (press opening: Thursday, May 21 at 8pm).
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe presents the world premier of Cornelia, by Mark Victor Olsen (Big Love), directed by Ethan McSweeny (In This Corner), to run in the Old Globe Theatre May 16 - June 21 (press opening: Thursday, May 21 at 8pm).
Photo Flash: The Old Globe's Summer Shakespeare Festival
by Eddie Varley - May 16, 2009
Shakespeare Festival will feature two works by Shakespeare, Twelfth Night and Coriolanus, along with Edmond Rostand's celebrated classic, Cyrano de Bergerac. The three productions will be performed in nightly rotation in the Globe's outdoor Lowell Davies Festival Theatre June 13 - September 27, 2009.
by Eddie Varley - May 16, 2009
Shakespeare Festival will feature two works by Shakespeare, Twelfth Night and Coriolanus, along with Edmond Rostand's celebrated classic, Cyrano de Bergerac. The three productions will be performed in nightly rotation in the Globe's outdoor Lowell Davies Festival Theatre June 13 - September 27, 2009.
Shen Yun Performing Arts Returns To Bay Area 5/15-17 At San Jose Center
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2009
Shen Yun Performing Arts, creators of the wildly successful Chinese New Year Spectacular, return to the Bay Area with a dazzling spring spectacular presentation celebrating Chinese culture. Based on ancient heroic legends and modern tales of courage and defiance, this spring performance brings the astounding beauty and grandeur of China vividly to life on stage and features an exceptional cast of classical Chinese dancers, internationally recognized vocalists, and a live orchestra composed of both Western and Chinese instruments for an uplifting cross-cultural experience for all ages.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2009
Shen Yun Performing Arts, creators of the wildly successful Chinese New Year Spectacular, return to the Bay Area with a dazzling spring spectacular presentation celebrating Chinese culture. Based on ancient heroic legends and modern tales of courage and defiance, this spring performance brings the astounding beauty and grandeur of China vividly to life on stage and features an exceptional cast of classical Chinese dancers, internationally recognized vocalists, and a live orchestra composed of both Western and Chinese instruments for an uplifting cross-cultural experience for all ages.
Photo Flash: Topol Schleps Into San Diego Civic Theatre In FIDDLER ON THE ROOF 7/14-19
by Reynard Loki - May 13, 2009
?Without our traditions, our lives would be as shaky as...as a Fiddler on the Roof,? announces Tevye, a humble milkman from the Russian village of Anatevka. So begins a tale of love and laughter, devotion and defiance, and changing traditions. The Tony Award® winning Fiddler on the Roof continues to capture the hearts of people all over the world with its universal appeal. This North American Tour offers audiences a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Jerome Robbins? original Broadway direction and choreography, complete with the star of the original West End production and the 1971 film, Chaim Topol. A Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation, it will play at San Diego Civic Theatre, July 14 ? 19, 2009.
by Reynard Loki - May 13, 2009
?Without our traditions, our lives would be as shaky as...as a Fiddler on the Roof,? announces Tevye, a humble milkman from the Russian village of Anatevka. So begins a tale of love and laughter, devotion and defiance, and changing traditions. The Tony Award® winning Fiddler on the Roof continues to capture the hearts of people all over the world with its universal appeal. This North American Tour offers audiences a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Jerome Robbins? original Broadway direction and choreography, complete with the star of the original West End production and the 1971 film, Chaim Topol. A Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation, it will play at San Diego Civic Theatre, July 14 ? 19, 2009.
Early & Blake Join Neighborhood Playhouse's CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, Opens 7/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 13, 2009
Kathleen Early* will step into the iconic role of Maggie the Cat' Pollitt in the Los Angeles revival of Tennessee Williams's CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at the Neighborhood Playhouse, running July 9-26.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 13, 2009
Kathleen Early* will step into the iconic role of Maggie the Cat' Pollitt in the Los Angeles revival of Tennessee Williams's CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at the Neighborhood Playhouse, running July 9-26.
THE SANTALAND DIARIES And THE HEIDI CHRONICLES Among NVA's 9th Season
by Reynard Loki - May 12, 2009
New Village Arts (NVA), Carlsbad's award-winning professional theatre, has announced its' Ninth Season of programming. Executive Artistic Director Kristianne Kurner and Managing Director Alex Scollon are thrilled to announce the new season, along with expansion plans for NVA in its current location. In Season 9, New Village Arts continues to explore the human experience, this time focusing on the amazing workings of the mind. All areas are covered - from genius, to neurological afflictions, to the power of love. With two regional premieres, two American classics and three thought-provoking comedies, Season 9 is New Village Arts' most exciting and ambitious season yet!
by Reynard Loki - May 12, 2009
New Village Arts (NVA), Carlsbad's award-winning professional theatre, has announced its' Ninth Season of programming. Executive Artistic Director Kristianne Kurner and Managing Director Alex Scollon are thrilled to announce the new season, along with expansion plans for NVA in its current location. In Season 9, New Village Arts continues to explore the human experience, this time focusing on the amazing workings of the mind. All areas are covered - from genius, to neurological afflictions, to the power of love. With two regional premieres, two American classics and three thought-provoking comedies, Season 9 is New Village Arts' most exciting and ambitious season yet!
Photo Flash: The Price At The Old Globe
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 12, 2009
The Old Globe's acclaimed 'Classics Up Close' series continues with this stunning and moving drama by one of our greatest American playwrights, Arthur Miller (All My Sons, Death of a Salesman). A protective wife watches as her husband, a policeman nearing retirement, and his brother, a successful brain surgeon, face the truth about themselves when they meet to sell their late father's possessions.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 12, 2009
The Old Globe's acclaimed 'Classics Up Close' series continues with this stunning and moving drama by one of our greatest American playwrights, Arthur Miller (All My Sons, Death of a Salesman). A protective wife watches as her husband, a policeman nearing retirement, and his brother, a successful brain surgeon, face the truth about themselves when they meet to sell their late father's possessions.
Berkeley Rep Offers Summer Classes For School Of Theater, Session Begins 7/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 12, 2009
Wondering how to gain a competitive edge in today's economy? Want to put your child 'ahead of the curve'? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, consider expanding your summer with a course in creativity at the Berkeley Rep School of Theatre. Classes for the School's summer session, which begins on July 6, were announced today.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 12, 2009
Wondering how to gain a competitive edge in today's economy? Want to put your child 'ahead of the curve'? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, consider expanding your summer with a course in creativity at the Berkeley Rep School of Theatre. Classes for the School's summer session, which begins on July 6, were announced today.
JULIUS CAESAR Opens At The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum's Ampitheater 6/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 12, 2009
Friendship turns to betrayal, murder, and ultimately war in Julius Caesar, opening at The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum's outdoor amphitheater on Saturday, June 6.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 12, 2009
Friendship turns to betrayal, murder, and ultimately war in Julius Caesar, opening at The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum's outdoor amphitheater on Saturday, June 6.
Boom Kat Dance Presents NEVERWONDERLAND 6/14 At Miles Memorial Playhouse
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 11, 2009
Boom Kat Dance Theatre presents a World Premiere Theatrical Event - perfect for the whole family.... NeverWonderLand! NeverWonderLand asks what if Peter Pan and Wonderland's Alice left their normal, boring life in London and found each other in the same fantastical world, would they ever want to come back to reality?
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 11, 2009
Boom Kat Dance Theatre presents a World Premiere Theatrical Event - perfect for the whole family.... NeverWonderLand! NeverWonderLand asks what if Peter Pan and Wonderland's Alice left their normal, boring life in London and found each other in the same fantastical world, would they ever want to come back to reality?
SPIT LIKE A BIG GIRL Begins Previews 5/14 At Rubicon Theatre In Ventura
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 11, 2009
Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 'Brave New World' Season with the charming and eccentric one-woman play SPIT LIKE A BIG GIRL. The play will begin previews Thursday, May 14, open on Saturday, May 16 and run through Sunday, June 7, 2009 at the Rubicon Theatre, 1006 E. Main Street in Ventura.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 11, 2009
Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 'Brave New World' Season with the charming and eccentric one-woman play SPIT LIKE A BIG GIRL. The play will begin previews Thursday, May 14, open on Saturday, May 16 and run through Sunday, June 7, 2009 at the Rubicon Theatre, 1006 E. Main Street in Ventura.
'Shakespeare's Sonnets Come Alive' During Wordswork Play Reading 5/25
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 08, 2009
FREE 'WORDSWORK' PLAY READING: Monday, May 25. SEE SHAKESPEARE'S SONNETS COME ALIVE. The evening of Shakespeare's sonnets will include presentations in various languages (Japanese, Spanish, and Italian) and some will be interpreted through dance (ballet and tango), and music in all its forms. The event will be emceed by Kathy Brombacher of Moonlight Stage Productions and Alex Sadie of San Diego Shakespeare Society.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 08, 2009
FREE 'WORDSWORK' PLAY READING: Monday, May 25. SEE SHAKESPEARE'S SONNETS COME ALIVE. The evening of Shakespeare's sonnets will include presentations in various languages (Japanese, Spanish, and Italian) and some will be interpreted through dance (ballet and tango), and music in all its forms. The event will be emceed by Kathy Brombacher of Moonlight Stage Productions and Alex Sadie of San Diego Shakespeare Society.
Photo Flash: CORNELIA Runs At The Globe's Arena Theatre 5/16 - 6/21
by Reynard Loki - May 07, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe presents the world premier of Cornelia, by Mark Victor Olsen (Big Love), directed by Ethan McSweeny (In This Corner), to run in the Old Globe Theatre May 16 ? June 21 (press opening: Thursday, May 21 at 8pm). Melinda Page Hamilton, who will play ?Cornelia,? was in the Globe?s critically acclaimed productions of Bell, Book and Candle and All My Sons. Robert Foxworth is a television veteran but is perhaps best known for his role as ?Bernard Chenowith? on HBO?s Six Feet Under. Tickets are available by calling (619) 23-GLOBE, online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, or by visiting the Globe Box Office at 1363 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park.
by Reynard Loki - May 07, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe presents the world premier of Cornelia, by Mark Victor Olsen (Big Love), directed by Ethan McSweeny (In This Corner), to run in the Old Globe Theatre May 16 ? June 21 (press opening: Thursday, May 21 at 8pm). Melinda Page Hamilton, who will play ?Cornelia,? was in the Globe?s critically acclaimed productions of Bell, Book and Candle and All My Sons. Robert Foxworth is a television veteran but is perhaps best known for his role as ?Bernard Chenowith? on HBO?s Six Feet Under. Tickets are available by calling (619) 23-GLOBE, online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, or by visiting the Globe Box Office at 1363 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park.
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