Review: 'CARRIE: THE MUSICAL' at Oceanside Theatre Company
Oceanside Theatre Company’s “Carrie: The Musical is a fittingly spooky-season offering, delivering psychological horror, impressive vocals, and a bloody good time.…
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Review: KHACHATURIAN’S EXUBERANT VIOLIN CONCERTO at Jacobs Music Center
It was an unusual night for San Diego and its symphony orchestra. The heavy rains of hurricane Rachel were headed our way, and rather than the usual short concert opener, Music Director and Conductor Rafael Payare jumped right into the compelling urgency of Aram Khachaturian’s violin concerto. It …
Review: OH, MARY! at San Diego Civic Theatre
Tony Award-winning playwright Cole Escola’s retelling of Mary Todd Lincoln’s life has less in common with a traditional historical account and more with Gwyneth Paltrow’s rendition of the first lady in Fox’s Glee. Certain historical facts remain unavoidable, but everything in between belong…
Review: OH, MARY! at Broadway San Diego
The humor of 'Oh, Mary!' is queer and crass, dark and campy, and somehow manages to be both completely ridiculous and to make you wonder what will happen next.…
Review: OPERA À LA CARTE SAN DIEGO PERFORMS DONIZETTI at The Light Box Theater in Liberty Station
What did our critic think of OPERA À LA CARTE SAN DIEGO PERFORMS DONIZETTI at Liberty Station's Light Box Theater? Opera À la Carte San Diego’s third annual full production was the San Diego premiere of Donizetti’s operatic satire Viva la Mamma! The production was as entertaining and well-s…
Review: GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR at North Coast Repertory Theatre
'Good Night, Oscar' is full of comedy, music, celebrity, addiction, mental illness, ambition, and the uncomfortable bargain between an artist and an audience that wants to consume his genius. This production at North Coast Repertory Theatre handles it all with impressive performances and empathy.…
Review: BEGIN AGAIN at The Old Globe
'Begin Again' at the new musical The Old Globe has plenty of heart, terrific performances, and a theatrical imagination that makes making music feel almost tangible.…
Review: COME FROM AWAY at Moonlight Stage
Come From Away is a show about the ripple effect of kindness. You do not have to save the world to make a difference. Fred Rogers famously told us to “look for the helpers.” Perhaps that is why this particular musical continues to feel so welcome: In a world that can sometimes feel determin…
Review: World Premiere Musical WILD CHILD Debuts at Laguna Playhouse
Featuring book and lyrics by Dan Marshall and music by composer Julianne Wick Davis, WILD CHILD is an ambitious, sincerely earnest, and, at times, cleverly innovative new musical about a group of teenagers who are forced to join an outdoor wilderness therapy program where they must grapple with iden…
Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Cygnet Theatre
Cygnet Theatre’s 'Dear Evan Hansen' cast is terrific; the technical elements are beautifully integrated, and the emotions land exactly where they are meant to. You may or may not have some issues with the story, but Cygnet has made a production that gives audiences plenty to feel and discuss on th…
Past Shows
American Literary Heroes
American Literary Heroes is a program presented by Write Out Loud, celebrating the profound contributions of iconic American authors Emily Dickinson, Henry David Thoreau, Mark Twain, and Walt Whitman. From March to September 2026, audiences across San Diego County will...
American Literary Heroes: A Still Volcanic Life
A Still Volcanic Life is a solo performance piece written and performed by Rhianna Basore, focusing on the life and work of Emily Dickinson. The program is part of Write Out Loud's American Literary Heroes series, funded by a National Endowment for the Arts Celebrating America...
American Literary Heroes: Direct from the Afterlife
Direct from the Afterlife is a solo performance piece written and performed by Todd Blakesley, focusing on Walt Whitman. The program is part of Write Out Loud's American Literary Heroes series, funded by a National Endowment for the Arts Celebrating America 250 grant. Whitman's...
American Literary Heroes: Of Sound Heart and Deformed Conscience
Of Sound Heart and Deformed Conscience is a performance piece written by Rachael VanWormer and performed by Paul Maley, focusing on Mark Twain. The program is part of Write Out Loud's American Literary Heroes series, funded by a National Endowment for the Arts Celebrating...
American Literary Heroes: Ripples from Walden Pond
Ripples from Walden Pond is a performance piece written by Richard Platt and performed by Steve Smith, focusing on Henry David Thoreau. The program is part of Write Out Loud's American Literary Heroes series, funded by a National Endowment for the Arts Celebrating America 250...
Clowning Around
Write Out Loud begins its 18th Season of Story Concerts with Clowning Around, featuring an array of humorous tales and performances that emphasize the joy of laughter. Local favorites including Rachael VanWormer, Monique Gaffney, and Steven Lone will bring these stories to life...
LET FREEDOM RING
LET FREEDOM RING is an upcoming Story Concert presented by Write Out Loud, exploring themes of liberty and patriotism through a curated selection of literature. The performance features readings by co-founders Veronica Murphy and Walter Ritter, along with Lawrence Brown and...
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Ripcord The Roustabouts Theatre Co. (10/08-11/01) |
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The Cottage North Coast Repertory (10/28-11/22) |
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THE SEAFARER Tenth Avenue Arts Center (11/19-12/12) |
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International Guitar Night Poway Center for The Performing Arts (2/13-2/13) |
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Three Days Grace, I Prevail & The Funeral Portrait Viejas Arena (11/20-11/20) |
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Bach Collegium San Diego Presents “Handel's Messiah • El Mesías, HWV 56” All Souls' Episcopal Church (12/11-12/13) |
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The Lion King Civic Theatre- San Diego (2/18-3/07) |
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Ted Talks and Talks North Coast Repertory Theatre (11/16-11/17) |
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As You Like It New Village Arts (10/16-11/29) |
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Curious George and the Golden Meatball Poway Center for The Performing Arts (1/16-1/16) |
