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Photos: Photos: First Look At ONCE At CCAE Theatricals
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2022
Get a first look at production photos for CCAE Theatrical's production of the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE! A testament to the transcendent power of love and music takes center stage at California Center for the Arts, Escondido with the multi-award-winning ONCE.
RUMORS By Neil Simon Enters Final Weeks at Lamplighters Community Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2022
Rumors by Neil Simon enters is final weeks, running Friday, April 8, 2022 - Sunday May 1, 2022 at Lamlighters Community Theatre. Directed by O.P. Hadlock.
RENT Music Director Tim Weil discusses his journey with the musical and this 25th Anniversary tour playing at San Diego Civic Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - April 21, 2022
Interview with Tim Weil the Musical Director of RENT and the Musical Supervisor for the national tour. RENT is playing April  22nd - April 24th at the San Diego Civic Theatre.
29th Annual Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival Set to Kick Off in May
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2022
San Diego Repertory Theatre announced today the lineup for the 29th Annual Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival (JFest), which brings another fantastic year of Jewish music, theatre, art and ideas to the community. T
World Premiere of POSTCARD AMERICAN TOWN by Lynne Shankel & Crystal Skillman to be Presented by SDSU
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2022
The newest production in SDSU’s New Musical Initiative, Postcard American Town will have its world premiere from April 29 – May 5, 2022. Written by Lynne Shankel and Crystal Skillman, this world premiere production will be directed by Professor Stephen Brotebeck, and music directed by Professor Robert Meffe from the School of Theatre, Television, and Film. 
Symphony San Jose Presents Animated Film With Orchestra DRAGON BALL in May
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2022
Dragon Ball Symphonic Adventure Concert will feature a full symphony orchestra blended with rock and featuring vocalist Hiroki Takahashi.
Photos: FORBIDDEN BROADWAY'S GREATEST HITS At North Coast Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
North Coast Repertory Theatre is celebrating unforgettable musical legends with a wildly funny send-up of The Great White Way. 
Cygnet Theatre Announces MUD ROW By Dominique Morisseau
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
Cygnet Theatre is pleased to announce the cast and creative team for it's upcoming production of Mud Row by Tony-nominated playwright (Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations) and MacArthur Genius recipient Dominique Morisseau. Receiving its second-ever production since it's world premiere at People's Light in 2019, this beautiful and dynamic play is directed by Delicia Turner Sonnenberg and runs May 18 to June 19, 2022. Opening Night for media is Saturday, May 21.
Diversionary Announces The Cast and Creative Team of the World Premiere Musical EIGHTY-SIXED
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
Diversionary announces the cast and creative team of the World Premiere Musical of EIGHTY-SIXED. Kevin Newbury will direct the World Premiere production of EIGHTY-SIXED by Jeremy J. King and Sam Salmond and choreographed by Raja Feather Kelly.
Write Out Loud and The San Diego Shakespeare Society Announce the 17th Annual Student Shakespeare Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
After two years of a  virtual presentation - Write Out Loud in association with The San Diego Shakespeare Society is thrilled to return in person to bring The Bard to life with the 17th Annual Student Shakespeare Festival. Attendees will enjoy performances of students from K-12 from throughout San Diego County, presenting scenes and monologues from Shakespeare's plays.
Hong Kong Pianist Rachel Cheung Performs For Steinway Society, May 8
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2022
Pianist Rachel Cheung has won over audiences and critics alike as a finalist at the 2017 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition with  interpretations marked by, and was awarded the Audience Prize by online vote. A Young Steinway Artist, she continues to build a reputation for an elegant stage presence, giving sensitive and refined performances in leading concert halls across three continents.
Jesus Quintero, Tijuana Hace Teatro's Executive Director talks about THE FRONTERA PROJECT making their West Coast Premiere at the WOW Festival
by E.H. Reiter - April 16, 2022
THE FRONTERA PROJECT, an interactive, bilingual theater piece, makes its West Coast premiere on April 23 and 24 as part of La Jolla Playhouse WOW Festival at the Arts District in Liberty Station.
BWW Review: BLUE/ORANGE at Fenix Theatre Collaborative
by E.H. Reiter - April 16, 2022
Fenix Theatre Collaborative makes its theatrical debut with BLUE/ORANGE at the Tenth Avenue Arts Center. The intense dramatic comedy may have been written in 2000, but this compelling production shows just how relevant the issues it tackles still are today. BLUE/ORANGE is playing through Saturday, April 16th.
Producer Amy Ashton Discusses WOW Festival at the Arts District Liberty Station from La Jolla Playhouse
by E.H. Reiter - April 15, 2022
WOW Festival producer Amy Ashton talks about the festival, what to expect from this year's shows, and what she hopes it inspires in people for the future. The sun is shining and it’s the perfect time to go outdoors and see some theatre!  The La Jolla Playhouse WOW Festival is back April 21- 24th at the Arts District in Liberty Station.
BWW Review: TOOTSIE THE MUSICAL at San Diego Civic Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - April 14, 2022
Read our critic's review. TOOTSIE  the musical brings an old-fashioned musical to life based on the movie of the same name from 1982.  The show offers up a talented cast, physical comedy, and some updates to the story, but can’t fully disguise a problematic premise under comedy, costumes, and choreography.  TOOTSIE is playing at the San Diego Civic Theatre through Sunday, April 17th,
San José Chamber Orchestra Presents 'Evening Of Music' Next Month
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
San José Chamber Orchestra presents “Eine Klein(e) Evening of Music” on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. at St Francis Episcopal Church, 1205 Pine Avenue, San José, 95125
Photos: First Look at ONCE at CCAE Theatricals
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
Get a first look at rehearsal photos for CCAE Theatrical's upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE! A testament to the transcendent power of love and music takes center stage at California Center for the Arts, Escondido with the multi-award-winning ONCE.
Oceanside Theater Company Takes Center Stage With Long-Term Lease, Renovation and New Leadership
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
Now in its 11th year of operations, Oceanside Theatre Company (OTC), the resident professional performing arts company at the 'Sunshine' Brooks Theater, has served as stewards of the historic, city-owned theater and adjoining Studio 219 on North Coast Highway in Oceanside since the organization's inception.
Orange County Women's Chorus Presents HAYDN: LORD NELSON MASS
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Haydn composed his Lord Nelson Mass during a time of storms and stress, when the world was scary, the future was murky, and music served both to reflect and to relieve the anxieties of the day. In this work, we find some of Haydn's most tempestuous music, and some of his sunniest. The Lord Nelson is considered one of Haydn's greatest achievements, and we are excited to partner with Men in Blaque to present it with full orchestra and some of our favorite soloists: Marlissa Hudson, soprano; Jane Shim, mezzo-soprano; Jon Lee Keenan, tenor; and David Stoneman, bass-baritone. 
San Diego Repertory Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Team for IN EVERY GENERATION
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
San Diego Repertory Theatre announced the cast and creative team for their upcoming premiere of In Every Generation by Ali Viterbi, directed by Todd Salovey and Emily Moler. The production will run May 26 - June 19 in San Diego REP’s Lyceum Space, with previews running May 26 - 31 and press opening on Wednesday, June 1 at 7pm. The play is one of the cornerstone events of San Diego REP’s JFEST, the 29th Annual Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival. 
Write Out Loud to Present 10th Annual READ IMAGINE CREATE
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Write Out Loud – an organization founded in 2007 with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading literature aloud for a live audience – announces 2022 Read Imagine Create. 2022 Read Imagine Create focuses on The House On Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. This marks the 10th year that Write Out Loud has provided this initiative for the community. The awards ceremony will take place on Monday, April 25th at 6pm. The community can watch virtually to see student artwork, performances, animations/films and hear student poetry and stories.
Laguna Beach Festival Of Arts Fine Art Show Returns​ ​July 5 With 120 Artists For 90th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
Summer is just around the corner and the beachside community of Laguna Beach is already heating up in anticipation of the 90th annual Festival of Arts Fine Art Show, returning July 5 – September 2, 2022.
MEMPHIS Opens Moonlight's 41st Season Next Month
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
This critically acclaimed musical won four Tony Awards in 2010 including Best Musical and Best Original Score, four Drama Desk Awards including Outstanding Musical and Outstanding Music, and four Outer Critic Circle Awards including Outstanding Musical and Outstanding Score.
New OC Live Concert Series Debuts In Orange County To Support The Local Music Scene, May 10-15
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2022
Mark your calendars, a NEW live music concert series is debuting this spring! Presented by Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley via the County's Arts-Related Grant Relief Program, OC Live will bring the power of live music to multiple venues in Orange County with live music performances from over twenty local artists, across six days, May 10th - 15th. 
Lukas James Miller talks about bringing TOOTSIE THE MUSICAL to the San Diego Civic Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - April 11, 2022
TOOTSIE  the musical is bringing the hijinks from the 1982 hit movie (with some modern updates) to the stage.  Playing at the San Diego Civic Theatre from Tuesday, April 11th to Sunday, April 17th, Lukas James Miller brings a new character to the show, Max Van Horn.  Miller talks about the show, and his character, and warns that you may laugh so much you can skip your ab workout.

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