San Diego Theater Reviews Page 2

Review: The San Diego Symphony Orchestra Performs in the California Festival at The Rady Shell
by Ron Bierman - November 15, 2023

What did our critic think of THE SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PERFORMS IN THE CALIFORNIA FESTIVAL at The Rady Shell?...

Review: BABBITT at La Jolla Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - November 15, 2023

BABBITT, the world premiere adaption by Joe DiPietro of the novel of the same name by Sinclair Lewis brings the satirical struggle of the modern, middle-class man to the stage through December 10th at the La Jolla Playhouse....

Review: GRAMMY® GREATS UNITE – LATONIA MOORE AND J'NAI BRIDGES IN CONCERT at Balboa Theatre
by Ron Bierman - November 02, 2023

What did our critic think of GRAMMY® GREATS UNITE – LATONIA MOORE AND J’NAI BRIDGES IN CONCERT at Balboa Theatre?...

Review: DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - November 01, 2023

The tale of DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE  comes to life on the North Coast repertory stage proving that it doesn’t matter how old this story may be, the tale of the inner struggle between good and evil is always a compelling one.  With a talented cast, clever staging, and an adaption by Jeffrey Hatcher, ...

Review: THE LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY PRESENTS AN ALL-STAR TRIO at The Conrad
by Ron Bierman - October 18, 2023

What did our critic think of THE LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY PRESENTS AN ALL-STAR TRIO at The Conrad?...

Review: THE TURN OF THE SCREW at Chalk Circle Collective
by ErinMarie Reiter - October 15, 2023

Chalk Circle Collective brings the classic gothic horror story TURN OF THE SCREW to life through October 29th at the black box theatre at Diversionary Theatre. This atmospheric two-person production provides excellent performances, along with some inventive choices to a show that is perfectly suited...

Review: THE ADDAMS FAMILY at San Diego Musical Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - October 05, 2023

They’re creepy, they’re kooky, they’re even a little bit spooky - it's THE ADDAMS FAMILY and they’re at San Diego Musical Theatre through October 29th.  This musical inspired by the popular comic strip, television show, and movies is filled with music, and dancing and is a perfect seasonal treat -  ...

Review: DRAGON MAMA at Diversionary Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - October 05, 2023

Playwright and performer Sara Porkalob brings an extraordinary, funny, and touching performance to the Diversionary Theatre in DRAGON MAMA through October 15th.  This 90’s song-filled one-woman adventure spans from Hawaii, Seattle, to Alaska and showcases the love and struggles of a Filipino woman w...

Review: DISHWASHER DREAMS at The Old Globe
by ErinMarie Reiter - September 24, 2023

DISHWASHER DREAMS at the Old Globe offers a first-generation glimpse at a family raising children and working on assimilating their culture and transitions once in America.  Written and performed by Alaudin Ullah, this show is a specific tribute to this family that also resonates with people of all ...

Review: THE BOOK OF MORMON at Broadway San Diego
by ErinMarie Reiter - September 22, 2023

The cast of THE BOOK OF MORMON is here to say “Hello” at Broadway San Diego through September 24th.  As outrageous as ever, but with some timely but minimal updates this show about some mismatched missionaries is still an energetic, and entertaining road trip show about faith and friendship....

Review: Music, Murder, and Mayhem at THE SAVOYARD MURDERS by The Roustabouts Theatre Co.
by ErinMarie Reiter - September 16, 2023

Murder!  Music!  Mayhem! Welcome to THE SAVOYARD MURDERS from The Roustabouts Theatre Co. which is a love letter to Gilbert & Sullivan, theatre, and murder mysteries.  This world premiere is playing at the Scripps Ranch Theatre through September 30th....

Review: THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - September 16, 2023

THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR, the world premiere comedy now playing at North Coast Repertory Theatre through October 8th is like an angel food cake; light, fluffy, and leaves you feeling like you had a sweet treat at the end....

Review: THE UNTITLED UNAUTHORIZED HUNTER S. THOMPSON MUSICAL at La Jolla Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - September 15, 2023

THE UNTITLED UNAUTHORIZED HUNTER S. THOMPSON MUSICAL brings the rebellious, idealistic, and often intoxicated writer to life with a talented cast at the La Jolla Playhouse through October 8th....

Review: AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY at Backyard Renaissance
by ErinMarie Reiter - September 12, 2023

AUGUST: OSGAE COUNTY by Backyard Renaissance, which is playing through September 16th offers some breathtaking performances in this comedy-drama about the strong-willed Weston family who have all chosen paths away from each other until a family crisis brings them all back. ...

Review: CABARET at The Old Globe Sparkles with Sequins And Striking Performances
by ErinMarie Reiter - September 08, 2023

As promised in the opening of CABARET, now playing at The Old Globe through October 15th, “In here life is beautiful” and that is certainly true. This CABARET sparkles and shines with sequins and striking performances that bring a new interpretation to the classic musical....

Review: BEETLEJUICE at San Diego Civic Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - August 17, 2023

It’s showtime for the ghost with the most at Broadway San Diego as BEETLEJUICE has descended upon the San Diego Civic Theatre through August 20th. This musical, inspired by the hit movie, brings familiar characters and new adventures from this world and the Netherworld, with ghosts, demons, and even...

Review: THE GIPSY KINGS at The San Diego Symphony's Rady Shell
by Ron Bierman - August 17, 2023

What did our critic think of THE GIPSY KINGS at The San Diego Syphony's Rady Shell? The only empty seats at the Rady Shell's high-energy Gipsy Kings concert were the hundreds unoccupied while their associated booties were swaying in the aisles below waving arms. Nicolas Reyes sang 'Quiero Saber' to ...

Review: THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR At The Old Globe
by ErinMarie Reiter - August 15, 2023

Sitcom shenanigans and hilarious hijinks abound in THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR, now playing at the outdoor theatre at The Old Globe through September 3rd....

Review: Cygnet Theatre Brings a Charismatic and High Flying EVITA to the Stage
by ErinMarie Reiter - August 13, 2023

EVITA, like the person whose life inspired it, Eva Perón, is an iconic musical that is forever being re-invented to bring new life to the subject.  Cygnet Theatre brings its version of EVITA to the stage with a charismatic cast, high-flying vocals, and engaging choreography through October 1st....

Review: THE LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY'S FANTASTIC TALES at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
by Ron Bierman - August 06, 2023

What did our critic think of THE LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY'S FANTASTIC TALES at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center?...

Review: THE LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY'S SUMMERFEST OPENING at The Baker-Baum Concert Hall
by Ron Bierman - August 01, 2023

What did our critic think of THE LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY'S SUMMERFEST OPENING at The Baker-Baum Concert Hall?...

Review: PIPPIN has "Magic To Do" at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - July 30, 2023

There is “Magic To Do” by the cast of PIPPIN at North Coast Repertory Theatre.  Through August 20th you can see this talented troupe of players as they bring this Fosse classic musical about a young man looking to be “extraordinary” to the stage....

Review: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT at The Old Globe
by ErinMarie Reiter - July 23, 2023

CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, A COMEDY playing at the Old Globe through August 13th turns this Russian tragedy on its head and re-imagines it as a light-hearted, high-energy, and zany comedy....

Review: IS IT THURSDAY YET? at La Jolla Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - July 18, 2023

IS IT THURSDAY YET? is a captivating and creative performance that fuses dance, music, and video to bring audiences on her journey of past and present self-discovery after her adult Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis.  IS IT THURSDAY YET? Is playing at the La Jolla Playhouse through August 6th....

Review: BOTTLESHOCK! THE MUSICAL at CCAE Theatricals
by ErinMarie Reiter - July 12, 2023

BOTTLESHOCK! THE MUSICAL at CCAE Theatricals brings the beauty of Napa Valley and the tale of the underdog 1970s winery that took Paris and the world of wine by storm in the summer of 1976. This original musical has some beautifully sung numbers, an abundance of heart, and also some wine-tasting opt...