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New Works by Keith Bunin, Idris Goodwin & More to be Presented in La Jolla Playhouse'

New Works by Keith Bunin, Idris Goodwin & More to be Presented in La Jolla Playhouse's 2022 DNA New Work Series

by BWW News Desk — November 1, 2022
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the dates and projects for its 2022 DNA New Work Series, running December 1 – 12 in the Playhouse’s Rao and Padma Makineni Play Development Center.
Review: INTO THE BREECHES! at North Coast Repertory Theatre

Review: INTO THE BREECHES! at North Coast Repertory Theatre

by E.H. Reiter — November 1, 2022
Behind-the-scenes antics, a play within a play, and costumed comedy are well loved because they work, and INTO THE BREECHES! combines them in wartime for a fun night at the theatre.
Diversionary Theatre Announces Cast & Creative Team For THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP

Diversionary Theatre Announces Cast & Creative Team For THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP

by BWW News Desk — October 31, 2022
Diversionary Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its production of The Mystery of Irma Vep by Charles Ludlam, co-directed by Diversionary Executive Artistic Director Matt M.
SCOTT ROBBINS AND THE TRAVELING SHOW to Perform at the Diversionary Theatre in Novemb

SCOTT ROBBINS AND THE TRAVELING SHOW to Perform at the Diversionary Theatre in November

by BWW News Desk — October 31, 2022
The cast of the new musical “Scott Robbins and the Traveling Show” has rolled into town and moved into their new theatre home in the heart of University Heights in San Diego.
Photos: Get a Sneak Peek at KRISTINA WONG, SWEATSHOP OVERLORD, Coming to Portland Cen

Photos: Get a Sneak Peek at KRISTINA WONG, SWEATSHOP OVERLORD, Coming to Portland Center Stage in November

by BWW News Desk — October 30, 2022
Portland Center Stage and Boom Arts are partnering on their first co-production, Kristina Wong's witty, tour-de-force look at the early days of the pandemic, Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord.
THE TRIAL OF EBENEZER SCROOGE Comes to the Theatre School at North Coast Rep

THE TRIAL OF EBENEZER SCROOGE Comes to the Theatre School at North Coast Rep

by BWW News Desk — October 28, 2022
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents a fun twist of the holiday favorite, A Christmas Carol in this heartwarming sequel: The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge as its next student production.
San Diego Master Chorale Names Jen Rogers New Executive Director

San Diego Master Chorale Names Jen Rogers New Executive Director

by BWW News Desk — October 27, 2022
The San Diego Master Chorale's Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Jen Rogers as its new Executive Director.
San Diego Master Chorale Names Jen Rogers New Executive Director

San Diego Master Chorale Names Jen Rogers New Executive Director

by BWW News Desk — October 27, 2022
The San Diego Master Chorale's Board of Directors has appointed Jen Rogers as its new Executive Director.
EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER Comes to SRT Next Month

EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER Comes to SRT Next Month

by BWW News Desk — October 26, 2022
Scripps Ranch Theatre continues their 43rd Season with their production of Extreme Home Makeover by Makasha Copeland, running at their theatre on the campus of Alliant Int'l University.
Orange County Women's Chorus To Perform THE SISTERHOOD OF CECILIA

Orange County Women's Chorus To Perform THE SISTERHOOD OF CECILIA

by BWW News Desk — October 21, 2022
Orange County Women’s Chorus will perform The Sisterhood of Cecilia on November 19 and 20 at St.
Backyard Renaissance Closes Out Its Seventh Season With Its Next World Premiere

Backyard Renaissance Closes Out Its Seventh Season With Its Next World Premiere

by BWW News Desk — October 21, 2022
Over the last seven years, Backyard Renaissance (BYR) has proudly accepted the monikers 'edgy,' 'scrappy,' and 'gutsy,' all bequeathed by local media.
Cygnet Theatre Announces A CHRISTMAS CAROL and a New Scrooge

Cygnet Theatre Announces A CHRISTMAS CAROL and a New Scrooge

by BWW News Desk — October 21, 2022
A Christmas Carol returns to Cygnet Theatre for its eighth season of cheer.
Patio Playhouse Community Theater Presents Musical Drama MURDER BALLAD

Patio Playhouse Community Theater Presents Musical Drama MURDER BALLAD

by BWW News Desk — October 20, 2022
Patio Playhouse Community Theater will present Murder Ballad, a steamy musical about a love triangle gone awry with book and lyrics by Julia Jordan and music and lyrics by Juliana Nash, now running at Patio Playhouse's Kalmia location through November 6.
JINGLE TERRACE LIVE to Open at the Moonlight Amphitheatre This December

JINGLE TERRACE LIVE to Open at the Moonlight Amphitheatre This December

by BWW News Desk — October 20, 2022
The City of Vista's Moonlight Amphitheatre will produce a new event for the holiday season.
Review: THE SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA at The Rady Shell

Review: THE SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA at The Rady Shell

by Ron Bierman — October 20, 2022
On this storm-threatened evening, Symphony CEO Martha Gilmer was clad in a yellow rain-slicker worthy of a bout with a North Atlantic gale as she told a surprisingly full outdoor-amphitheater audience, 'Now I know how much you love your San Diego Symphony!' She went on to explain a late change in co
WINSTON CHURCHILL THE BLITZ Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre

WINSTON CHURCHILL THE BLITZ Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre

by BWW News Desk — October 18, 2022
Randy Otto portrays Churchill's unwavering, audacious belief that if the British People were simply trusted with the truth - no matter how bad things got - they would only get stronger and more resilient.
Photos: First Look at INTO THE BREECHES at North Coast Repertory Theatre

Photos: First Look at INTO THE BREECHES at North Coast Repertory Theatre

by BWW News Desk — October 18, 2022
That time-honored adage, “The Show Must Go On,” takes on new meaning in this endearing and moving comedy.
Review: FIRST DATE Brings High-Energy Musical Comedy to OnStage Playhouse

Review: FIRST DATE Brings High-Energy Musical Comedy to OnStage Playhouse

by E.H. Reiter — October 16, 2022
What is funny, with a charming and talented cast, and has many moments that will make you laugh?  The musical FIRST DATE now playing at OnStage Playhouse through November 6th.
Playwrights Announced For The 2022 Bill And Judy Garrett Finish Line Commission

Playwrights Announced For The 2022 Bill And Judy Garrett Finish Line Commission

by BWW News Desk — October 13, 2022
Cygnet Theatre announces its return to in-person readings for The Bill and Judy Garrett Finish Line Commission in 2022.
Interview: Playwright Nathan Englander On Bringing WHAT WE TALK ABOUT WHEN WE TALK AB

Interview: Playwright Nathan Englander On Bringing WHAT WE TALK ABOUT WHEN WE TALK ABOUT ANNE FRANK to The Old Globe stage

by E.H. Reiter — October 13, 2022
It would be easy to wonder about the person who can write a show as funny, heartfelt, insightful, and contemplative as WHAT WE TALK ABOUT WHEN WE TALK ABOUT ANNE FRANK.
Submit Nominations For The 2022 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards Before October 31st

Submit Nominations For The 2022 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards Before October 31st

by BWW Awards — October 12, 2022
There's still time left to submit nominations for the 2022 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards before the deadline at 11:59 PM ET on October 31st!
TUESDAY NIGHT COMICS Returns To North Coast Rep Variety Nights, November 1

TUESDAY NIGHT COMICS Returns To North Coast Rep Variety Nights, November 1

by BWW News Desk — October 11, 2022
Tuesday Night Comics is arguably the funniest night of comedy in San Diego.
Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at San Diego Musical Theatre

Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at San Diego Musical Theatre

by E.H. Reiter — October 8, 2022
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is an audience favorite any time of year, but San Diego Musical Theatre has brought it back just in time for a killer, man-eating plant to fit right in for the spooky month of October.
Interview: Alyssa Anne Austin talks about creating ALWAYS A BANANA, NEVER THE BRIDE a

Interview: Alyssa Anne Austin talks about creating ALWAYS A BANANA, NEVER THE BRIDE at OB Playhouse

by E.H. Reiter — October 8, 2022
You may watch a show and root for the leads to get their heart's desire, but the audience always walks away laughing at the memorable supporting characters.
Kelly Prendergast, Jordan Brownlee And More Join SCOTT ROBBINS AND THE TRAVELING SHO

Kelly Prendergast, Jordan Brownlee And More Join SCOTT ROBBINS AND THE TRAVELING SHOW In San Diego

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2022
​​​​​​​From the imagination of Tyler Tafolla come 'Scott Robbins and the Traveling Show,' performing live November 11 & 12 in San Diego.

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