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Review: PUBLIC ENEMY at New Fortune Theatre Company
by ErinMarie Reiter - June 11, 2023
New Fortune Theatre Company brings the West Coast premiere of PUBLIC ENEMY, a streamlined new version of Henrik Ibsen’s AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, to the stage.  With a talented cast, this one act shows that the idea of truth is dangerous to the “greater good” as defined by those in power has always been a relevant one.  PUBLIC ENEMY is playing through July 2nd. 
Interview: Actress Kandis Chappell brings a First Lady to the North Coast Repertory Theatre stage in ELEANOR
by ErinMarie Reiter - June 07, 2023
Interview with actress Kandis Chappell on working on ELEANOR and doing justice to this complex and captivating woman.  ELEANOR at North Coast Repertory Theatre through July 2nd.
Diversionary Theatre Extends HEAD OVER HEELS By One Week
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2023
Diversionary Theatre has announced a one-week extension due to popular demand of its San Diego premiere of Head Over Heels, a musical based upon “The Arcadia” by Sir Philip Sidney, with songs by the iconic 80’s all-girl rock band, The Go-Go’s.
'WOMEN, Witty Wily & Wondrous' Comes to Write Out Loud This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2023
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 closes their 16th Season of Story Concerts with WOMEN, Witty Wily & Wondrous on Monday, June 12th at the Old Town Theatre.
HEREVILLE, A New Jewish Musical - Takes The Stage At The Old Globe Theatre This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2023
Hereville: A New Jewish Musical is based on the award-winning HEREVILLE graphic novel series by Barry Deutsch, with a book by Robby Sandler & Jess Kaufman, Music by Lizzie Hagstedt and lyrics by Robby Sandler.
Interview: Lizzie Hagstedt Invites You to HEREVILLE at the 30th Annual Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival
by E.H. Reiter - June 06, 2023
Interview with HEREVILLE Composer Lizzie Hagstedt about adapting this show from page to stage, and what audiences of all ages can expect from the show.  HEREVILLE is playing June 11th at 7pm at The Old Globe, and July 9th at The Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center.
FROM PAGE TO THE STAGE Comes to Cygnet Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2023
Cygnet Theatre will present From the Page to the Stage in association with San Diego Public Library. This free educational program is a fun and engaging 45-minute presentation designed to inspire a love of reading in both children and adults through the magic and joy of live theatre.
Review: HEAD OVER HEELS at Diversionary Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - June 05, 2023
HEAD OVER HEELS now playing at Diversionary Theatre is a zippy, pop culture, pop song, technicolor crowd pleaser celebrating the music of the Go-Go’s.  HEAD OVER HEELS is playing through June 18th.
Hasan Minhaj to Return to La Jolla Playhouse in July
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2023
La Jolla Playhouse will present a special return engagement of Hasan Minhaj – Experiment Time, written and performed by Hasan Minhaj (Netflix’s The King’s Jester).
Review: THE FRONTERA PROJECT crosses borders at The Old Globe
by E.H. Reiter - June 02, 2023
Review of THE FRONTERA PROJECT now performing at The Old Globe through June 4th.
GRACE FOR PRESIDENT Comes to San Diego Junior Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2023
San Diego Junior Theatre, the nation’s longest-running youth theatre program, continues its 75th Anniversary Season with Grace for President!
Diversionary Theatre Announces 2023/2024 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2023
Diversionary Theatre has announced its 2023/2024 season: the San Diego premiere of Dragon Mama (September/October 2023) by Sara Porkalob and directed by Andrew Russell; the legacy revival of The Glass Menagerie (November/December 2023) by Tennessee Williams and directed by Lisa Berger with Shana Wride taking on the iconic role of Amanda Wingfield; the West Coast premiere of Notes on Killing Seven Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Board Members (May/June, 2024) a co-production with Moxie Theatre by Mara Vélez Meléndez and a director to be announced; the world-premiere musical TL;DR: Thelma Louise; Dyke Remix (May/June, 2024) by EllaRose Chary and Brandon Gwinn, directed by Sherri Eden Barber.
Interview: Ruben Santiago-Hudson on bringing DESTINY OF DESIRE to life on stage at The Old Globe
by E.H. Reiter - May 31, 2023
Interview with Director Ruben Santiago-Hudsonon DESTINY OF DESIRE, the loving homage to the telenovela, now playing at The Old Globe through June 25th.  
Review: DESTINY OF DESIRE at The Old Globe Is Both a Love Letter and A Parody of The Telenovela Genre
by E.H. Reiter - May 31, 2023
DESTINY OF DESIRE at The Old Globe may be a telenovela brought to life on the theatre stage, but you don’t need to be familiar with the genre in order to enjoy it.  Fan of the genre or not, this play is both a love letter to and a parody of the form of entertainment that is loved worldwide. DESTINY OF DESIRE is playing at The Old Globe through June 25th.
Trinity Theatre Company Opens New Space In Mission Valley Mall
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2023
Trinity Theatre Company has announced they have established a “home base” in Mission Valley mall. The staff began moving into the 2,900 square foot space on March 22nd.
Review: THE SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY PERFORMS TWO CLASSICS AND A WORLD PREMIERE At San Diego's Rady Shell
by Ron Bierman - May 24, 2023
What did our critic think of THE SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY PERFORMS TWO CLASSICS AND A WORLD PREMIERE at San Diego's Rady Shell?
Review: SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at New Village Arts will have you tapping your feet and wishing for some rain
by E.H. Reiter - May 22, 2023
The classic musical SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN comes to the New Village Arts stage with singing, and dancing, and will make you wish for a little rain in the forecast.  You can join Lockwood, Lamont, and the whole gang through July 2nd.
Review: THE CHRONICLES OF KALKI at MOXIE Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - May 19, 2023
THE CHRONICLES OF KALKI making its San Diego premiere through June 4th at MOXIE Theatre is a comic book-inspired tale of two friends who are figuring out who they are, navigating school, and possibly may have manifested the return of a god set on returning the cosmic order of good and evil through any means necessary.  At least they paid attention in religious studies class, right?
Anson Williams Will Co-Emcee Concert of Hope With Grammy Winner, Ben Harper
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2023
The annual Doors of Change Concert of Hope, stars 3-time Grammy winner Ben Harper, with Co-Emcee, Anson Williams (Warren “Potsie” Webber/Happy Days). Doors of Change has done an amazing job raising millions for homeless youth and securing support from members of the entertainment community.
West Coast Premiere of ELEANOR Announced At North Coast Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2023
While sitting on a park bench in Washington, D. C., contemplating the death of her husband, former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt candidly reveals the many facets of her storied life in a riveting West Coast premiere at North Coast Repertory Theatre. Award-winning actor Kandis Chappell deftly illuminates the witty, feisty, vulnerable woman who was considered the heart of FDR's presidency. Exploring both the public and private persona of this remarkable woman, Mark St. Germain (Dancing Lessons, Becoming Dr. Ruth, Freud's Last Session) captures the essence of the woman who left an indelible mark on American history. For those who love honest, pull-no-punches drama, this is one you cannot miss. A West Coast premiere.
Review: XANADU brings Muses, Love, and Legwarmers to San Diego Musical Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - May 14, 2023
Music, muses, and magic, XANADU at San Diego Musical Theatre brings the stage adoption of an infamous 1980’s movie to life through June 4th.
Wildsong Presents HEATHERS THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
Wildsong Productions, a San Diego based nonprofit 501(c) community theater group, presents the cult classic: Heathers the Musical. The show will be running at the OB Playhouse from May 12 through June 11!
Wagner New Play Festival To Feature 7 World-Premiere Works By UC San Diego MFA Playwriting Students
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2023
The Wagner New Play Festival will return to UC San Diego from May 8 to June 10, 2023, showcasing seven new plays written by MFA playwrights in UC San Diego's Department of Theatre and Dance.
Cygnet Theatre Reveals Cast For SHARON
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2023
Cygnet Theatre has announced the cast and creative team of Sharon by Keiko Green. This darkly comedic world premiere is directed by Rob Lutfy and runs June 7 - July 2 at Cygnet Theatre in Old Town.
Theatre School @ North Coast Rep To Present MISS HOLMES, May 25-28
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2023
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents this inspiring dramatic crime thriller, Miss Holmes, as its next student production with a unique twist: the classic characters of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are women!

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