Voting Now Open For The 2019 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
BWW Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Makes it All About the Music at Broadway San Diego
by E.H. Reiter - November 15, 2019
The 50th anniversary national tour of the iconic rock opera JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has landed at Broadway San Diego, where you can catch this passion play through Sunday, November 17th.
by E.H. Reiter - November 15, 2019
The 50th anniversary national tour of the iconic rock opera JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has landed at Broadway San Diego, where you can catch this passion play through Sunday, November 17th.
Student Playwrights Inspire At Plays By Young Writers
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2019
Playwrights Project will produce its 35th annual festival of Plays by Young Writers, sponsored by the Sheila and Jeffrey Lipinsky Family Fund, at The Joan B. Kroc Theatre on January 29 - February 1, 2020. The festival will feature winning scripts from Playwrights Project's California Young Playwrights Contest for ages 18 and under.
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2019
Playwrights Project will produce its 35th annual festival of Plays by Young Writers, sponsored by the Sheila and Jeffrey Lipinsky Family Fund, at The Joan B. Kroc Theatre on January 29 - February 1, 2020. The festival will feature winning scripts from Playwrights Project's California Young Playwrights Contest for ages 18 and under.
Photo Flash: Meet The Cast of SCROOGE'S BIG SAN DIEGO CHRISTMAS SHOW At The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Meet the cast of the West Coast premiere of Ebenezer Scrooge's BIG San Diego Christmas Show at The Old Globe, a hilarious family-friendly Scrooge parody set in San Diego.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Meet the cast of the West Coast premiere of Ebenezer Scrooge's BIG San Diego Christmas Show at The Old Globe, a hilarious family-friendly Scrooge parody set in San Diego.
James Delisco Beeks Brings JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to Broadway San Diego
by E.H. Reiter - November 13, 2019
An interview with James Delisco Beeks from JESUS CHRST SUPERSTAR playing at Broadway San Diego through November 17th.
by E.H. Reiter - November 13, 2019
An interview with James Delisco Beeks from JESUS CHRST SUPERSTAR playing at Broadway San Diego through November 17th.
BWW Review: PAYARE AND SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY CONTINUE BEETHOVEN CELEBRATION at The Jacobs Music Center
by Ron Bierman - November 13, 2019
The programming for Rafael Payare's first season as the San Diego Symphony's music director and conductor anticipates next year's celebration of the 250th anniversary of Beethoven's birth. The schedule includes four symphonies, three concertos and an overture by that great composer. The entire second half of this Friday's concert was devoted to his third symphony, the a?oeEroica.a?? That symphony was preceded by Mozart's 35th, the a?oeHaffner,a?? and Mahler's orchestrations of five of his own songs.
by Ron Bierman - November 13, 2019
The programming for Rafael Payare's first season as the San Diego Symphony's music director and conductor anticipates next year's celebration of the 250th anniversary of Beethoven's birth. The schedule includes four symphonies, three concertos and an overture by that great composer. The entire second half of this Friday's concert was devoted to his third symphony, the a?oeEroica.a?? That symphony was preceded by Mozart's 35th, the a?oeHaffner,a?? and Mahler's orchestrations of five of his own songs.
Photo Flash: First Look at CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND at La Jolla Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
La Jolla Playhouse presents the Oregon Shakespeare Festival production of Cambodian Rock Band, by UC San Diego MFA Playwriting alumna Lauren Yee, directed by Chay Yew, featuring music by Dengue Fever. A co-production with Portland Center Stage at The Armory, Cambodian Rock Band will run November 12 – December 15 (press opening: Sunday, November 17 at 7pm) in the Playhouse's Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
La Jolla Playhouse presents the Oregon Shakespeare Festival production of Cambodian Rock Band, by UC San Diego MFA Playwriting alumna Lauren Yee, directed by Chay Yew, featuring music by Dengue Fever. A co-production with Portland Center Stage at The Armory, Cambodian Rock Band will run November 12 – December 15 (press opening: Sunday, November 17 at 7pm) in the Playhouse's Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre.
San Diego Opera Presents Ailyn Perez And Joshua Guerrero In Concert For One Amazing Night
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
San Diego Opera's 2019-2020 season continues with a special one-night-only event on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 7:30 PM when soprano Ailyn Pérez and tenor Joshua Guerrero perform in concert at the Balboa Theatre. They will be accompanied by pianist Abdiel Vázquez. Ailyn Pérez is no stranger to San Diego Opera, having made her Company debut as Juliet in Romeo and Juliet in 2010, returning to sing Marguerite in Faust in 2011, and in recital in 2014. In demand at all the major opera houses including the Metropolitan Opera, Royal Opera House, and Opéra National de Paris, Ms. Pérez is the winner of the 2012 Richard Tucker Award, the 15th annual Plácido Domingo Award, and the 14th annual Opera News Award.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
San Diego Opera's 2019-2020 season continues with a special one-night-only event on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 7:30 PM when soprano Ailyn Pérez and tenor Joshua Guerrero perform in concert at the Balboa Theatre. They will be accompanied by pianist Abdiel Vázquez. Ailyn Pérez is no stranger to San Diego Opera, having made her Company debut as Juliet in Romeo and Juliet in 2010, returning to sing Marguerite in Faust in 2011, and in recital in 2014. In demand at all the major opera houses including the Metropolitan Opera, Royal Opera House, and Opéra National de Paris, Ms. Pérez is the winner of the 2012 Richard Tucker Award, the 15th annual Plácido Domingo Award, and the 14th annual Opera News Award.
New Movement In Children's Theatre Premieres At Junior Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
Wake Up, Brother Bear! gives toddlers the opportunity to explore theatre in a hands-on, experiential way. San Diego Junior Theatre's premiere will take place on Saturday, November 16 and Sunday, November 17th with performances at 10am and 12pm at the Casa del Prado Theatre. The November 17th show at 10am is already sold out! Tickets are $14 for a?oeLittle Kidsa?? 3-7 years old, and $16 for a?oeBig Kids,a?? 8 or older. Each Little Kid must be accompanied by a Big Kid. Visit this link for tickets and more information.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
Wake Up, Brother Bear! gives toddlers the opportunity to explore theatre in a hands-on, experiential way. San Diego Junior Theatre's premiere will take place on Saturday, November 16 and Sunday, November 17th with performances at 10am and 12pm at the Casa del Prado Theatre. The November 17th show at 10am is already sold out! Tickets are $14 for a?oeLittle Kidsa?? 3-7 years old, and $16 for a?oeBig Kids,a?? 8 or older. Each Little Kid must be accompanied by a Big Kid. Visit this link for tickets and more information.
BWW Review: TWELFTH NIGHT at The Old Globe
by E.H. Reiter - November 09, 2019
Mischief and mayhem are always a solid base for a comedy, and TWELFTH NIGHT at The Old Globe through November 10th offers plenty of laughs, with a side helping of lords and ladies looking for love that makes for a very enjoyable night at the theatre.
by E.H. Reiter - November 09, 2019
Mischief and mayhem are always a solid base for a comedy, and TWELFTH NIGHT at The Old Globe through November 10th offers plenty of laughs, with a side helping of lords and ladies looking for love that makes for a very enjoyable night at the theatre.
BWW Review: THE SUNSHINE BOYS at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - November 09, 2019
Neil Simon's THE SUNSHINE BOYS now playing at the North Coast Repertory Theatre about the reunion of a pair of elderly vaudeville comedians still has a few laughs but seems to have lost its shine.
by E.H. Reiter - November 09, 2019
Neil Simon's THE SUNSHINE BOYS now playing at the North Coast Repertory Theatre about the reunion of a pair of elderly vaudeville comedians still has a few laughs but seems to have lost its shine.
BWW Review: HANDBAGGED Pits Queen Against Prime MInister At MOXIE Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - November 08, 2019
Behind every powerful woman, is the younger version of herself showing how she got there and what she did with that power. Or at least, this is true in the case of HANDBAGGED, now playing at the MOXIE Theatre through November 17th.
by E.H. Reiter - November 08, 2019
Behind every powerful woman, is the younger version of herself showing how she got there and what she did with that power. Or at least, this is true in the case of HANDBAGGED, now playing at the MOXIE Theatre through November 17th.
Photo Flash: Laguna Playhouse Presents THE LION IN WINTER
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2019
Laguna Playhouse Artistic Director Ann E. Wareham and Executive Director Ellen Richard are thrilled to announce the final cast and creative team to join acclaimed film, TV and theatre veterans Frances Fisher (“Titanic,” Native Gardens, Barbeque), as “Queen Eleanor” and Gregory Harrison (“Trapper John, M.D.,” Broadway's Chicago, Steel Pier), as “King Henry II” in THE LION IN WINTER, written by James Goldman and directed by Sheldon Epps.
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2019
Laguna Playhouse Artistic Director Ann E. Wareham and Executive Director Ellen Richard are thrilled to announce the final cast and creative team to join acclaimed film, TV and theatre veterans Frances Fisher (“Titanic,” Native Gardens, Barbeque), as “Queen Eleanor” and Gregory Harrison (“Trapper John, M.D.,” Broadway's Chicago, Steel Pier), as “King Henry II” in THE LION IN WINTER, written by James Goldman and directed by Sheldon Epps.
UC San Diego Department Of Theatre And Dance Presents BALM IN GILEAD
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
The UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance presents Balm in Gilead, by Lanford Wilson and directed by Kim Rubenstein.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
The UC San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance presents Balm in Gilead, by Lanford Wilson and directed by Kim Rubenstein.
China Arts and Entertainment Group Ltd. to Present US Premiere of LADY ZHAOJUN
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
China Arts and Entertainment Group Ltd. (CAEG) presents the US premiere of an opera and dance musical production Lady Zhaojun starring Chinese multi-award singer Li Yugang. The performances will take place on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. and Monday, December 2, 2019 at 7:30 pm at the San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave, San Diego, CA 92101.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
China Arts and Entertainment Group Ltd. (CAEG) presents the US premiere of an opera and dance musical production Lady Zhaojun starring Chinese multi-award singer Li Yugang. The performances will take place on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. and Monday, December 2, 2019 at 7:30 pm at the San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave, San Diego, CA 92101.
BWW Review: RAFAEL PAYARE CONDUCTS BEETHOVEN AND TCHAIKOVSKY at The Jacobs Music Center
by Ron Bierman - November 06, 2019
Rafael Payare's honeymoon with the San Diego symphony orchestra has barely begun, but I'm ready to predict a long and happy marriage. His energetic and emotional conducting brought unexpected excitement to even an ultra-conservative program of Schumann, Beethoven and Tchaikovsky. The opening Overture to Manfred by Schumann may have been the only piece quite a few regular concert-goers haven't heard often enough to be able to conduct themselves. Composed while Schumann was going through one of his bouts with mental illness, the overture is a stormy brooding affair, with romantic swelling waves of sound, perfectly realized in Payare's interpretation. The orchestra has never sounded better.
by Ron Bierman - November 06, 2019
Rafael Payare's honeymoon with the San Diego symphony orchestra has barely begun, but I'm ready to predict a long and happy marriage. His energetic and emotional conducting brought unexpected excitement to even an ultra-conservative program of Schumann, Beethoven and Tchaikovsky. The opening Overture to Manfred by Schumann may have been the only piece quite a few regular concert-goers haven't heard often enough to be able to conduct themselves. Composed while Schumann was going through one of his bouts with mental illness, the overture is a stormy brooding affair, with romantic swelling waves of sound, perfectly realized in Payare's interpretation. The orchestra has never sounded better.
Poway Onstage Releases Statement Of Position On The City Of Poway's November 5th Workshop
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
On October 29th, the City of Poway published the agenda for a November 5th workshop to explore new operational models for the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. The workshop is today, Tuesday, November 5th at 7pm at Poway City Hall, 13325 Civic Center Dr, Poway, CA 92064
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
On October 29th, the City of Poway published the agenda for a November 5th workshop to explore new operational models for the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. The workshop is today, Tuesday, November 5th at 7pm at Poway City Hall, 13325 Civic Center Dr, Poway, CA 92064
Photo Flash: First Look at TWELFTH NIGHT at the Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
The Old Globe presents William Shakespeare's magical comedy Twelfth Night, directed by Jesse Perez, the program's Director of Professional Training and a noted actor (Off Broadway's Party People, the Globe's Romeo and Juliet, La Jolla Playhouse's Seize the King). The classical actors of tomorrow will bring to life a world filled with some of the Bard's most unforgettable characters and memorable moments. Twelfth Night will run November 2–10, 2019 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Opening night is Saturday, November 2 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets to Twelfth Night are now on sale and can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE, or by visiting the Box Office.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
The Old Globe presents William Shakespeare's magical comedy Twelfth Night, directed by Jesse Perez, the program's Director of Professional Training and a noted actor (Off Broadway's Party People, the Globe's Romeo and Juliet, La Jolla Playhouse's Seize the King). The classical actors of tomorrow will bring to life a world filled with some of the Bard's most unforgettable characters and memorable moments. Twelfth Night will run November 2–10, 2019 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Opening night is Saturday, November 2 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets to Twelfth Night are now on sale and can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE, or by visiting the Box Office.
Theatre School at North Coast Rep Presents A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2019
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents A Charlie Brown Christmas. When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but this proves to be a frustrating endeavor. When an attempt to restore the proper holiday spirit with a forlorn little Christmas tree fails, he needs Linus' help to discover the real meaning of Christmas.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2019
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents A Charlie Brown Christmas. When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but this proves to be a frustrating endeavor. When an attempt to restore the proper holiday spirit with a forlorn little Christmas tree fails, he needs Linus' help to discover the real meaning of Christmas.
America Salutes You Presents GUITAR LEGENDS 3
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2019
America Salutes You presents 'Guitar Legends 3,' the popular annual nationally broadcast benefit concert raising funds for brain and mental wellness charities assisting veterans and first responders. Once again ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons will be hosting the concert and will be joined by legends such as Grammy Award-winner Warren Haynes (Allman Brothers, Gov't Mule,) Steve Luthaker (co-founding member of Toto,) Charlie Starr (Blackberry Smoke), Nancy Wilson (Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and co-founding member of Heart) and Kenny Aronoff and the LA All-Star Band.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2019
America Salutes You presents 'Guitar Legends 3,' the popular annual nationally broadcast benefit concert raising funds for brain and mental wellness charities assisting veterans and first responders. Once again ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons will be hosting the concert and will be joined by legends such as Grammy Award-winner Warren Haynes (Allman Brothers, Gov't Mule,) Steve Luthaker (co-founding member of Toto,) Charlie Starr (Blackberry Smoke), Nancy Wilson (Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and co-founding member of Heart) and Kenny Aronoff and the LA All-Star Band.
Diversionary Theatre Presents SANTALAND DIARIES this Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2019
From the brilliantly twisted mind of David Sedaris comes a classic tonic for the holidaze. Out of work and options, The Santaland Diaries finds David as he begins his career as an elf in Macy's Santaland during the holiday crunch. Battling throngs of rabid families clamoring towards a drunken Santa to satiate their Christmas fix, David makes do with some hilarious observations on human nature, and an unexpected connection to the holiday spirit.
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2019
From the brilliantly twisted mind of David Sedaris comes a classic tonic for the holidaze. Out of work and options, The Santaland Diaries finds David as he begins his career as an elf in Macy's Santaland during the holiday crunch. Battling throngs of rabid families clamoring towards a drunken Santa to satiate their Christmas fix, David makes do with some hilarious observations on human nature, and an unexpected connection to the holiday spirit.
BWW Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Cygnet Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - October 31, 2019
Love is never easy, and breakups are even harder. Yet the musical THE LAST FIVE YEARS now playing at Cygnet Theatre through November 17th has compelling performances and impressive vocals which make this musical easy to love.
by E.H. Reiter - October 31, 2019
Love is never easy, and breakups are even harder. Yet the musical THE LAST FIVE YEARS now playing at Cygnet Theatre through November 17th has compelling performances and impressive vocals which make this musical easy to love.
Volume Two of 'Shaking the Tree: brazen. short. memoir.' and Five Books Launch November 16 at the Coronado Library.
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2019
Marni Freedman, Tracy J. Jones, and the San Diego Memoir Writers Association (SDMWA) announce the book launch for the second volume of the San Diego Memoir Showcase anthology a?oeShaking the Tree: brazen. short. memoir.a?? and several other books by local authors on Saturday, November 16, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Coronado Public Library. Brunch bites will be served. The Latin Magic Quartet will provide live jazz music. The event is free to the public.
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2019
Marni Freedman, Tracy J. Jones, and the San Diego Memoir Writers Association (SDMWA) announce the book launch for the second volume of the San Diego Memoir Showcase anthology a?oeShaking the Tree: brazen. short. memoir.a?? and several other books by local authors on Saturday, November 16, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Coronado Public Library. Brunch bites will be served. The Latin Magic Quartet will provide live jazz music. The event is free to the public.
La Jolla Playhouse Announces Cast & Creative Team For CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2019
La Jolla Playhouse announces the cast and creative team for its upcoming presentation of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival production of Cambodian Rock Band, by UC San Diego MFA Playwriting alumna Lauren Yee, directed by Chay Yew, featuring music by Dengue Fever. A co-production with Portland Center Stage at The Armory, Cambodian Rock Band will run November 12 a?" December 15 (press opening: Sunday, November 17 at 7pm) in the Playhouse's Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2019
La Jolla Playhouse announces the cast and creative team for its upcoming presentation of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival production of Cambodian Rock Band, by UC San Diego MFA Playwriting alumna Lauren Yee, directed by Chay Yew, featuring music by Dengue Fever. A co-production with Portland Center Stage at The Armory, Cambodian Rock Band will run November 12 a?" December 15 (press opening: Sunday, November 17 at 7pm) in the Playhouse's Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre.
Jon Steiger Brings Scorpius Malfoy To Life in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD At The Curran
by E.H. Reiter - October 29, 2019
Jon Steiger has helped set the magical theatre experience for people at the New York HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD as an usher, but now he will be creating a different kind of magic on stage at the Curran as Scorpius in the San Francisco production of the same play. From the front of the house to on stage, that's a magic trick worthy of a Hogwart's acceptance letter.
by E.H. Reiter - October 29, 2019
Jon Steiger has helped set the magical theatre experience for people at the New York HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD as an usher, but now he will be creating a different kind of magic on stage at the Curran as Scorpius in the San Francisco production of the same play. From the front of the house to on stage, that's a magic trick worthy of a Hogwart's acceptance letter.
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