CORNELIA, FIRST WIVES CLUB Set For The Old Globe May-August
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 26, 2009
THE OLD GLOBE announces calendar for May - August, 2009 Cornelia, By Mark Olsen Directed by Ethan McSweeny May 16 - June 21
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 26, 2009
THE OLD GLOBE announces calendar for May - August, 2009 Cornelia, By Mark Olsen Directed by Ethan McSweeny May 16 - June 21
Old Globe's OPUS Officially Opens 3/26
by Eddie Varley - March 26, 2009
The Old Globe's production of Opus, by Michael Hollinger, directed by Kyle Donnelly, is set to run in the Globe's Arena Stage at the San Diego Museum of Art's James S. Copley Auditorium March 21 - April 26, 2009. The show officially opens tonight, Thursday, March 26 at 8:00pm).
by Eddie Varley - March 26, 2009
The Old Globe's production of Opus, by Michael Hollinger, directed by Kyle Donnelly, is set to run in the Globe's Arena Stage at the San Diego Museum of Art's James S. Copley Auditorium March 21 - April 26, 2009. The show officially opens tonight, Thursday, March 26 at 8:00pm).
RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES Debuts at Balboa Theatre April 21-26
by Reynard Loki - March 24, 2009
The award-winning Beatles concert, Rain: A Tribute To The Beatles, makes its debut in an electrifying Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation at the Balboa Theatre, April 21-26, 2009. In a show the Denver Post calls ?the next best thing to seeing The Beatles, Rain boasts a repertoire of nearly 200 Beatlemaniac favorites, ranging from such beloved songs as ?Yesterday? and ?Hey Jude? to classic hits including ?Revolution? and ?Come Together.?
by Reynard Loki - March 24, 2009
The award-winning Beatles concert, Rain: A Tribute To The Beatles, makes its debut in an electrifying Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation at the Balboa Theatre, April 21-26, 2009. In a show the Denver Post calls ?the next best thing to seeing The Beatles, Rain boasts a repertoire of nearly 200 Beatlemaniac favorites, ranging from such beloved songs as ?Yesterday? and ?Hey Jude? to classic hits including ?Revolution? and ?Come Together.?
Michael Storm Becomes Artistic Director Of TheaterFIRST
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2009
Long-time East Bay-based actor and director Michael Storm will take over as Artistic Director of TheatreFIRST with immediate effect.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2009
Long-time East Bay-based actor and director Michael Storm will take over as Artistic Director of TheatreFIRST with immediate effect.
TINY KUSHNER, GIRLFRIEND & More Set For Berkely Rep In 09-10
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2009
Today, even as it celebrates sending another show to Broadway, Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced a new season of adventurous plays for local theatre lovers. Tony Taccone, artistic director of the Tony Award-winning company, revealed five bold shows selected for the upcoming year.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2009
Today, even as it celebrates sending another show to Broadway, Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced a new season of adventurous plays for local theatre lovers. Tony Taccone, artistic director of the Tony Award-winning company, revealed five bold shows selected for the upcoming year.
RAIN- Tribute To The Beatles Runs At Balboa Theater 4/21-26
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2009
The award-winning Beatles concert, RAIN - A Tribute To The Beatles, makes its debut in an electrifying Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation at the BALBOA THEATRE, April 21-26, 2009. In a show the Denver Post calls 'the next best thing to seeing The Beatles,' RAIN boasts a repertoire of nearly 200 Beatlemaniac favorites, ranging from such beloved songs as 'Yesterday' and 'Hey Jude' to classic hits including 'Revolution' and 'Come Together.'
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2009
The award-winning Beatles concert, RAIN - A Tribute To The Beatles, makes its debut in an electrifying Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation at the BALBOA THEATRE, April 21-26, 2009. In a show the Denver Post calls 'the next best thing to seeing The Beatles,' RAIN boasts a repertoire of nearly 200 Beatlemaniac favorites, ranging from such beloved songs as 'Yesterday' and 'Hey Jude' to classic hits including 'Revolution' and 'Come Together.'
Children's Theatre At The Grove Presents 'JACK AND THE GIANT' 3/21& 3/28
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2009
Children's Theatre At The Grove is proud to present Jack and the Giant. Running on March 21st and March 28th, performances are scheduled both Saturdays at 2:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2009
Children's Theatre At The Grove is proud to present Jack and the Giant. Running on March 21st and March 28th, performances are scheduled both Saturdays at 2:00 p.m.
Carroll Hosts Kelly Takunda Orphan In Conversation 4/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 18, 2009
Acclaimed columnist Jon Carroll will host an evening in conversation with world music artist Kelly Takunda Orphan to discuss and perform selections from her debut album 'Give It to The People,' Monday, April 6, 2009 at First Congregational Church of Oakland, 2501 Harrison St., Oakland at 7pm. Tickets ($20) can be purchased online at www.ParkDaySchool.org or by calling 510-653-0317 x103. All proceeds benefit the academic and financial assistance programs at Park Day School in Oakland.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 18, 2009
Acclaimed columnist Jon Carroll will host an evening in conversation with world music artist Kelly Takunda Orphan to discuss and perform selections from her debut album 'Give It to The People,' Monday, April 6, 2009 at First Congregational Church of Oakland, 2501 Harrison St., Oakland at 7pm. Tickets ($20) can be purchased online at www.ParkDaySchool.org or by calling 510-653-0317 x103. All proceeds benefit the academic and financial assistance programs at Park Day School in Oakland.
Children's Theatre At The Grove Presents 'JACK AND THE GIANT' 3/21& 3/28
by Eddie Varley - March 15, 2009
Children's Theatre At The Grove is proud to present Jack and the Giant. Running on March 21st and March 28th, performances are scheduled both Saturdays at 2:00 p.m.
by Eddie Varley - March 15, 2009
Children's Theatre At The Grove is proud to present Jack and the Giant. Running on March 21st and March 28th, performances are scheduled both Saturdays at 2:00 p.m.
BARK! The Musical 'Wags' at Grove Theatre Thru 3/15
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2009
BARK! the Musical, the hit musical that ran for two years in Los Angeles and 7 months in Chicago opened At The Grove last weekend. It truly is described as 'fun, funny and uplifting'. Performances run through March 15th, and are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:29 pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm. For tickets, call the Box Office at (909) 920-4343.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2009
BARK! the Musical, the hit musical that ran for two years in Los Angeles and 7 months in Chicago opened At The Grove last weekend. It truly is described as 'fun, funny and uplifting'. Performances run through March 15th, and are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:29 pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm. For tickets, call the Box Office at (909) 920-4343.
San Diego's Old Globe Announces Cast of OPUS; Runs March 21 - April 26
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2009
Old Globe Executive Producer Lou Spisto is pleased to announce the cast of The Old Globe's production of Opus, by Michael Hollinger, directed by Kyle Donnelly, to run in the Globe's arena stage at the San Diego Museum of Art's James S. Copley Auditorium March 21 - April 26, 2009 (press opening: Thursday, March 26 at 8:00pm). 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 BWW News Desk - March 13, 2009
Old Globe Executive Producer Lou Spisto is pleased to announce the cast of The Old Globe's production of Opus, by Michael Hollinger, directed by Kyle Donnelly, to run in the Globe's arena stage at the San Diego Museum of Art's James S. Copley Auditorium March 21 - April 26, 2009 (press opening: Thursday, March 26 at 8:00pm). 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.
WORKING Plays At The Old Globe Thru 4/12, OPUS Arrives 3/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 13, 2009
The Old Globe announces whats on stage and whats soon to come. A musical with songs by Stephen Schwartz, folk-rock legend James Taylor, and new songs by Broadway's hottest young musical sensation Lin-Manuel Miranda, Working is an unforgettable musical that creates a vivid tapestry of how we work in America - woven from the funny and poignant stories of twenty-six everyday Americans - a fireman, a housewife, a publicist, a business executive, a stone mason, and more. Based on the best-selling book by Pulitzer Prize winner Studs Terkel. Playing in The Old Globe Theatre March 7 - April 12
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 13, 2009
The Old Globe announces whats on stage and whats soon to come. A musical with songs by Stephen Schwartz, folk-rock legend James Taylor, and new songs by Broadway's hottest young musical sensation Lin-Manuel Miranda, Working is an unforgettable musical that creates a vivid tapestry of how we work in America - woven from the funny and poignant stories of twenty-six everyday Americans - a fireman, a housewife, a publicist, a business executive, a stone mason, and more. Based on the best-selling book by Pulitzer Prize winner Studs Terkel. Playing in The Old Globe Theatre March 7 - April 12
Photo Flash: GOLDFISH At SCR
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 13, 2009
GOLDFISH by John Kolvenbach, directed by Loretta Greco is a play about Albert and Lucy, two off-beat college students who connect - to their surprise - in this life-affirming drama about love lost and found. CREATIVE TEAM: Myung Hee Cho (set design), Alex Jaeger (costume design), Lonnie Rafael Alcaraz (lighting design), Michael Hooker (sound design), John Glore (dramaturg) and Julie Haber (stage manager).
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 13, 2009
GOLDFISH by John Kolvenbach, directed by Loretta Greco is a play about Albert and Lucy, two off-beat college students who connect - to their surprise - in this life-affirming drama about love lost and found. CREATIVE TEAM: Myung Hee Cho (set design), Alex Jaeger (costume design), Lonnie Rafael Alcaraz (lighting design), Michael Hooker (sound design), John Glore (dramaturg) and Julie Haber (stage manager).
JUMPING THE MEDIAN Previews At The Other Space On 3/13
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2009
Producer Patricia Garza announced today that Jumping the Median: an evening of five unexpected acts by playwright and poet Steve Connell previews at The Other Space at Santa Monica Playhouse on Friday, March 13, 2009 at 8 pm and will open on Friday, March 20 at 8 pm. Expect the unexpected in a sexy, outrageous, moving, provocative and unabashedly fun evening of five distinctly original new plays.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2009
Producer Patricia Garza announced today that Jumping the Median: an evening of five unexpected acts by playwright and poet Steve Connell previews at The Other Space at Santa Monica Playhouse on Friday, March 13, 2009 at 8 pm and will open on Friday, March 20 at 8 pm. Expect the unexpected in a sexy, outrageous, moving, provocative and unabashedly fun evening of five distinctly original new plays.
FACING EAST Comes To Diversionary Theatre 3/19-4/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 12, 2009
Diversionary Theatre's fifth production of the 2008-2009 season is the parable Facing East by noted LDS (Latter Day Saints) author Carol Lynn Pearson. A Mormon couple confronts the limits of their spiritual teachings upon the suicide of their gay son. The Salt Lake Tribune wrote of the play, which premiered at Plan-B Theatre Company in Salt Lake City in November 2006, 'A tightly-wound domestic tragedy...freshly relevant...dares to ask important questions about faith, death and survival.' In 2007, Variety said of Plan-B's tour (Off-Off Broadway and San Francisco), 'A vivid rumination on grief.'
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 12, 2009
Diversionary Theatre's fifth production of the 2008-2009 season is the parable Facing East by noted LDS (Latter Day Saints) author Carol Lynn Pearson. A Mormon couple confronts the limits of their spiritual teachings upon the suicide of their gay son. The Salt Lake Tribune wrote of the play, which premiered at Plan-B Theatre Company in Salt Lake City in November 2006, 'A tightly-wound domestic tragedy...freshly relevant...dares to ask important questions about faith, death and survival.' In 2007, Variety said of Plan-B's tour (Off-Off Broadway and San Francisco), 'A vivid rumination on grief.'
Arkin, Gross Star In OUR MOTHER'S BRIEF AFFAIR 4/10-5/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 12, 2009
South Coast Repertory's Artistic Directors, David Emmes and Martin Benson, today announced the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Richard Greenberg's Our Mother's Brief Affair, about two adult siblings who reunite to tend to their elderly mother and their astonishment to learn about her long-ago love affair. Commissioned by SCR and directed by Pam MacKinnon, Our Mother's Brief Affair will run from April 3 through May 3 on the Segerstrom Stage. Low-priced previews are available from April 3 through April 9. Opening night is April 10. Press night is Saturday, April 11 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets to Our Mother's Brief Affair may be purchased online at www.scr.org, by phone at (714) 708-5555 or in person at the SCR box office.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 12, 2009
South Coast Repertory's Artistic Directors, David Emmes and Martin Benson, today announced the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Richard Greenberg's Our Mother's Brief Affair, about two adult siblings who reunite to tend to their elderly mother and their astonishment to learn about her long-ago love affair. Commissioned by SCR and directed by Pam MacKinnon, Our Mother's Brief Affair will run from April 3 through May 3 on the Segerstrom Stage. Low-priced previews are available from April 3 through April 9. Opening night is April 10. Press night is Saturday, April 11 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets to Our Mother's Brief Affair may be purchased online at www.scr.org, by phone at (714) 708-5555 or in person at the SCR box office.
Photo Flash: OUR MOTHER'S BRIEF AFFAIR At SCR
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 12, 2009
OUR MOTHER'S BRIEF AFFAIR by Richard Greenberg directed by Pam MacKinnon Tony Award winner Richard Greenberg's new play about two adult siblings who reunite to tend to their elderly mother and their astonishment upon learning of her long-ago love affair. Sybil Wickersheimer (Set Design), Rachel Myers (Costume Design), Lap-Chi Chu (Lighting Design), Michael K. Hooker (Sound Design), John Glore (Dramaturg) and Kathryn Davies (Stage Manager).
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 12, 2009
OUR MOTHER'S BRIEF AFFAIR by Richard Greenberg directed by Pam MacKinnon Tony Award winner Richard Greenberg's new play about two adult siblings who reunite to tend to their elderly mother and their astonishment upon learning of her long-ago love affair. Sybil Wickersheimer (Set Design), Rachel Myers (Costume Design), Lap-Chi Chu (Lighting Design), Michael K. Hooker (Sound Design), John Glore (Dramaturg) and Kathryn Davies (Stage Manager).
Playwright Carol Lynn Pearson to Do talkback March 22 after Facing East performance at Diversionary
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2009
Noted LDS (Latter Day Saints) author Carol Lynn Pearson will visit Diversionary Theatre during opening weekend of her play Facing East. Carol Lynn will do a talkback after the Sunday, March 22 matinee (2pm performance).
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2009
Noted LDS (Latter Day Saints) author Carol Lynn Pearson will visit Diversionary Theatre during opening weekend of her play Facing East. Carol Lynn will do a talkback after the Sunday, March 22 matinee (2pm performance).
Photo Flash: 'WORKING' at the Old Globe
by Eddie Varley - March 11, 2009
The Old Globe Theater's production of the musical Working which is playing March 7th - April 12th and stars Marie-France Arcilla, Donna Lynn Champlin, Wayne Duvall, Danielle Lee Greaves, Nehal Joshi, and Adam Monley.
by Eddie Varley - March 11, 2009
The Old Globe Theater's production of the musical Working which is playing March 7th - April 12th and stars Marie-France Arcilla, Donna Lynn Champlin, Wayne Duvall, Danielle Lee Greaves, Nehal Joshi, and Adam Monley.
Diversionary Pays Tribute to Harvey Milk with Dear Harvey April 18-25
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2009
It was 1973 and Harvey Milk was giving a speech to the International Longshoreman & Warehousemen's Union of San Francisco, 'We don't have to wait for budgets to be passed, surveys to be made, political wheeling and dealing. For it takes no compromising to give people their rights? it takes no money to respect the individual. It takes no political deal to give people freedom.' After three failed campaigns, Harvey finally won a seat on the Board of Supervisors in January 1978. Eleven months later he was assassinated in City Hall.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2009
It was 1973 and Harvey Milk was giving a speech to the International Longshoreman & Warehousemen's Union of San Francisco, 'We don't have to wait for budgets to be passed, surveys to be made, political wheeling and dealing. For it takes no compromising to give people their rights? it takes no money to respect the individual. It takes no political deal to give people freedom.' After three failed campaigns, Harvey finally won a seat on the Board of Supervisors in January 1978. Eleven months later he was assassinated in City Hall.
2009 Festival Of New American Musicals Held April-July
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 06, 2009
The 2009 Festival of New American Musicals, a four-month musical theatre festival, will be held in April through July, 2009, throughout Southern California. Marcia Seligson, Bob Klein, and Linda Shusett are the Executive Producers of the second annual Festival.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 06, 2009
The 2009 Festival of New American Musicals, a four-month musical theatre festival, will be held in April through July, 2009, throughout Southern California. Marcia Seligson, Bob Klein, and Linda Shusett are the Executive Producers of the second annual Festival.
Greenberg, Gunderson & Cho Among Lineup for 12th Annual Pacific Playwrights Festival
by Eddie Varley - March 06, 2009
South Coast Repertory's 12th annual Pacific Playwrights Festival (PPF) will shine the spotlight on seven new plays written by America's finest writers. Since its creation in 1998, PPF has grown into one of the most important festivals of new scripts in the United States. This year's Festival will take place during the May 1 through May 3 weekend and will feature five staged readings and two fully-produced World Premieres on South Coast Repertory's Segerstrom and Julianne Argryos Stages. Tickets to PPF may be purchased online at www.scr.org, by phone at (714) 708-5555 or in person at the SCR box office.
by Eddie Varley - March 06, 2009
South Coast Repertory's 12th annual Pacific Playwrights Festival (PPF) will shine the spotlight on seven new plays written by America's finest writers. Since its creation in 1998, PPF has grown into one of the most important festivals of new scripts in the United States. This year's Festival will take place during the May 1 through May 3 weekend and will feature five staged readings and two fully-produced World Premieres on South Coast Repertory's Segerstrom and Julianne Argryos Stages. Tickets to PPF may be purchased online at www.scr.org, by phone at (714) 708-5555 or in person at the SCR box office.
Lamb's Players Present THE GLASS MENAGERIE 4/10-5/24
by Reynard Loki - March 03, 2009
Lamb?s Players Theatre will follow up its season opener, Room Service, with one of the greatest plays of the American theatre, The Glass Menagerie. The production plays April 10 ? May 24 at Lamb?s Players Theatre in Coronado, with a media opening on Friday, April 17 at 8:00pm.
by Reynard Loki - March 03, 2009
Lamb?s Players Theatre will follow up its season opener, Room Service, with one of the greatest plays of the American theatre, The Glass Menagerie. The production plays April 10 ? May 24 at Lamb?s Players Theatre in Coronado, with a media opening on Friday, April 17 at 8:00pm.
ROOM SERVICE 'Stays Over' at Lamb's Thru 3/29
by Eddie Varley - February 26, 2009
Lamb's Players Theatre has extended its run of the madcap comedy Room Service through March 29, 2009. Written by Allen Boretz and John Murray, the show is directed by Producing Artistic Director Robert Smyth and plays at Lamb's Players Theatre in Coronado.
by Eddie Varley - February 26, 2009
Lamb's Players Theatre has extended its run of the madcap comedy Room Service through March 29, 2009. Written by Allen Boretz and John Murray, the show is directed by Producing Artistic Director Robert Smyth and plays at Lamb's Players Theatre in Coronado.
BARK! The Musical 'Wags' at Grove Theatre Thru 3/15
by Eddie Varley - February 26, 2009
BARK! the Musical, the hit musical that ran for two years in Los Angeles and 7 months in Chicago opened At The Grove last weekend. It truly is described as 'fun, funny and uplifting'. Performances run through March 15th, and are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:29 pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm. For tickets, call the Box Office at (909) 920-4343.
by Eddie Varley - February 26, 2009
BARK! the Musical, the hit musical that ran for two years in Los Angeles and 7 months in Chicago opened At The Grove last weekend. It truly is described as 'fun, funny and uplifting'. Performances run through March 15th, and are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:29 pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm. For tickets, call the Box Office at (909) 920-4343.
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