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Cast Set For The Horror Comedy DIE ALREADY! at Diversionary Theatre Black Box

Cast Set For The Horror Comedy DIE ALREADY! at Diversionary Theatre Black Box

by BWW News Desk — March 30, 2026
COMPULSION DANCE & THEATER will present the world premiere of DIE ALREADY!, a horror comedy by Michael Mizerany, featuring performances by Peter Armado, Cody Dupree, Aiden Meyndert, and Kevin Phantom at Diversionary Theatre in San Diego.
Poway Shakespeare Launches First Season with BARDS WITH BLADES

Poway Shakespeare Launches First Season with BARDS WITH BLADES

by BWW News Desk — March 30, 2026
POWAY SHAKESPEARE will launch its inaugural production, Bards with Blades, from May 12-24 in Old Poway Park, showcasing dynamic stage combat as part of the San Diego International Fringe Festival.
Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Cygnet Theatre

Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Cygnet Theatre

by ErinMarie Reiter — March 30, 2026
“The Lehman Trilogy, now playing at Cygnet Theatre through April 26, is an epic in every sense: sweeping, ambitious, unexpectedly funny, and, even at a three-hour runtime, utterly engrossing.
Carlsbad Playreaders to Present 1-Night-Only Reading of ANTHROPOLOGY by Lauren Gunder

Carlsbad Playreaders to Present 1-Night-Only Reading of ANTHROPOLOGY by Lauren Gunderson

by BWW News Desk — March 28, 2026
Carlsbad Playreaders will present a reading of 'Anthropology' by acclaimed playwright Lauren Gunderson, with the special event taking place on April 6.
Write Out Loud To Present Annual READ! IMAGINE! CREATE! Student Celebration

Write Out Loud To Present Annual READ! IMAGINE! CREATE! Student Celebration

by BWW News Desk — March 27, 2026
Write Out Loud will present its READ! IMAGINE! CREATE! Student Celebration in San Diego.
Cinballera Entertainment To Present LUISA FERNANDA: ZARZUELA At The Villa

Cinballera Entertainment To Present LUISA FERNANDA: ZARZUELA At The Villa

by BWW News Desk — March 27, 2026
Cinballera Entertainment will present Luisa Fernanda: Zarzuela at the Villa at the Villa Montezuma Museum in San Diego.
LA RESURREZIONE and LUISA FERNANDA to be Presented at Villa Montezuma This Spring

LA RESURREZIONE and LUISA FERNANDA to be Presented at Villa Montezuma This Spring

by BWW News Desk — March 27, 2026
Cinballera Entertainment will present La Resurrezione on April 27 and Luisa Fernanda on May 17–18 at the Villa Montezuma Museum in San Diego as part of its 2026 salon series.
Interview: Maria Patrice Amon Directs Hysterical Comedy MATT & BEN at New Village Art

Interview: Maria Patrice Amon Directs Hysterical Comedy MATT & BEN at New Village Arts

by Lucía Serrano — March 24, 2026
You know Matt Damon and Ben Affleck—the freshly graduated, creative duo who wrote, starred in, and eventually won an Academy Award for “Good Will Hunting.
Brittany Bradford, Emma Ramos and Karina Curet to Star in ALIEN GIRLS at The Old Glob

Brittany Bradford, Emma Ramos and Karina Curet to Star in ALIEN GIRLS at The Old Globe

by BWW News Desk — March 24, 2026
The Old Globe has revealed the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Alien Girls by Amy Berryman.
North Coast Repertory Theatre to Host 44th Spotlight Gala Featuring Rita Rudner

North Coast Repertory Theatre to Host 44th Spotlight Gala Featuring Rita Rudner

by BWW News Desk — March 23, 2026
North Coast Repertory Theatre announced its 44th Spotlight Gala, 'An Evening of Laughter with Rita Rudner', set to entertain attendees with a night of comedy.
San Diego International Fringe Festival Expands with Baja Fringe Initiative

San Diego International Fringe Festival Expands with Baja Fringe Initiative

by BWW News Desk — March 23, 2026
The San Diego International Fringe Festival will present the Baja Fringe pilot in Ensenada, offering artists a unique cross-border performance opportunity at the Gertrude Pearlman Theatre.
Review: FIRST DAY IN DECEMBER at By Compulsion Dance And Theatre

Review: FIRST DAY IN DECEMBER at By Compulsion Dance And Theatre

by ErinMarie Reiter — March 21, 2026
Running through March 22 in the Diversionary Black Box as a guest production, “First Day in December” is not just a look back; it’s a conversation with right now.
Improv Legends Will Perform at Inaugural ImprovCon

Improv Legends Will Perform at Inaugural ImprovCon

by BWW News Desk — March 20, 2026
 A new convention dedicated to the art of improvisation is launching this summer with a mission to showcase the craft at its highest level.
Interview: Lettie S. De Anda & Melba Tirado on VIGNETTES: THREE STORIES ABOUT THE LAT

Interview: Lettie S. De Anda & Melba Tirado on VIGNETTES: THREE STORIES ABOUT THE LATINA EXPERIENCE

by Lucía Serrano — March 19, 2026
The short stories will play March 19 and 29 at 6 p.
San Diego Junior Theatre to Present SHREK THE MUSICAL in April 2026

San Diego Junior Theatre to Present SHREK THE MUSICAL in April 2026

by BWW News Desk — March 19, 2026
San Diego Junior Theatre will present Shrek The Musical, the hilarious and heartwarming stage adaptation of the beloved DreamWorks film.
Carol Wallace, CEO of San Diego Theatres, Awarded Founders Award for Leadership

Carol Wallace, CEO of San Diego Theatres, Awarded Founders Award for Leadership

by BWW News Desk — March 19, 2026
Carol Wallace, CEO of San Diego Theatres, will be honored with the Founders Award for her leadership in revitalizing downtown San Diego.
David McBean and Eileen Bowman to Star in RUTHLESS! at Point Loma Playhouse

David McBean and Eileen Bowman to Star in RUTHLESS! at Point Loma Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — March 18, 2026
3Peace Studios, in collaboration with Point Loma Playhouse, are inviting audiences into the glittering, cutthroat world of Ruthless! The Musical - a darkly hilarious cult classic where innocence is an illusion and ambition bites back.
Review: THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DIETY at Oceanside Theatre Company

Review: THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DIETY at Oceanside Theatre Company

by ErinMarie Reiter — March 16, 2026
Now playing at Oceanside Theatre Company through March 29, “The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity' is charismatic, fast-moving, and packed with both theatrical flair and genuine heart.
Review: AN ACT OF GOD at Roustabouts Theatre Co

Review: AN ACT OF GOD at Roustabouts Theatre Co

by ErinMarie Reiter — March 14, 2026
Turns out the Almighty has a few notes for humanity, and apparently, “An Act of God”, now playing courtesy of Roustabouts Theatre Co at the Scripps Ranch Theatre through March 29th is the best place to deliver them.
Feature: Carisa Hendrix On Her Most Charming Illusion - Lucy Darling

Feature: Carisa Hendrix On Her Most Charming Illusion - Lucy Darling

by ErinMarie Reiter — March 13, 2026
Interview with Carisa Hendirx about Lucy Darling, the show 'Simply Darling' currently on tour and coming to the Balboa Theatre in San Diego on March 24th, and creating a community connection for audiences.
Review: THE MALTESE FALCON at North Coast Repertory Theatre

Review: THE MALTESE FALCON at North Coast Repertory Theatre

by ErinMarie Reiter — March 13, 2026
Rainy streets, shady characters, and a mysterious black bird that everyone seems willing to lie, cheat, or worse to possess, ”The Maltese Falcon” has all the ingredients of classic detective fiction but with a fun new twist in this world-premiere adaptation at North Coast Repertory Theatre.
Interview: Regina Fernandez on the Classic Detective Mystery THE MALTESE FALCON

Interview: Regina Fernandez on the Classic Detective Mystery THE MALTESE FALCON

by Lucía Serrano — March 12, 2026
In this interview, Regina Fernandez shares her insights on performing in The Maltese Falcon, the world‑premiere stage adaptation by Matthew Salazar‑Thompson, based on the classic noir novel by Dashiell Hammett and directed by Todd Nielsen.
OH, MARY!, THE OUTSIDERS, and More Set For Broadway San Diego 2026-27 Season

OH, MARY!, THE OUTSIDERS, and More Set For Broadway San Diego 2026-27 Season

by BWW News Desk — March 11, 2026
Broadway San Diego has announced its 49th Season, bringing Broadway's current productions direct from New York City to San Diego.
Baroque Opera GIULIO CESARE with Ballet to Premiere in San Diego

Baroque Opera GIULIO CESARE with Ballet to Premiere in San Diego

by BWW News Desk — March 11, 2026
Giulio Cesare, the epic Baroque opera about the love story which shaped empires, will be presented by Cinballera Entertainment March 21-22, 2026 at the Shiley Theatre, USD.
Interview: Sarah Jane Salonga of WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE MOON at San Diego Junio

Interview: Sarah Jane Salonga of WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE MOON at San Diego Junior Theatre

by ErinMarie Reiter — March 10, 2026
Interview with 'Where the Mountain Meets the Moon' director Sarah Jane Salonga, who leads a cast of young artists through a story filled with folklore, adventure, and discovery.

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