BWW Previews: DEATH OF A SALESMAN at Ensemble Theatre Company
by Maggie Yates - February 06, 2019
Death of a Salesman, Arthur Miller's American tragedy, equates the worth of a man's life with his earning potential and forces characters and audiences alike to examine their expectations around the idea of 'success.'
by Maggie Yates - February 06, 2019
Death of a Salesman, Arthur Miller's American tragedy, equates the worth of a man's life with his earning potential and forces characters and audiences alike to examine their expectations around the idea of 'success.'
Santa Barbara Symphony Welcomes Daniel Burnham, Sarah Chrisman & Janet Garufis To Board Of Directors
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2019
The Santa Barbara Symphony is honored to welcome Daniel Burnham, Sarah Chrisman and Janet Garufis, to the Board of Directors. The Symphony's Board works to support the organization's mission to enrich the community by creating powerful musical experiences performed with passion and excellence, and by providing indispensable music education and community engagement.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2019
The Santa Barbara Symphony is honored to welcome Daniel Burnham, Sarah Chrisman and Janet Garufis, to the Board of Directors. The Symphony's Board works to support the organization's mission to enrich the community by creating powerful musical experiences performed with passion and excellence, and by providing indispensable music education and community engagement.
The Theatre Group At SBCC Presents HARVEY
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2019
The Theatre Group at SBCC will present the classic comedy, HARVEY by Mary Chase, directed by R. Michael Gros, February 27-March 16, 2019 in the Garvin Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2019
The Theatre Group at SBCC will present the classic comedy, HARVEY by Mary Chase, directed by R. Michael Gros, February 27-March 16, 2019 in the Garvin Theatre.
BWW Preview: HEISENBERG at Rubicon Theatre Company
by Anna Jensen - January 28, 2019
Stephen Simon's recent play, Heisenberg, opens this week at the Rubicon Theatre. Two strangers meet at a London train station where an unlikely romantic relationship develops between them. Joe Spano plays Alex, an Irish butcher, set in his ways. A complete stranger, Georgie (Faline England), kisses him. Subsequently, Georgie comes careening straight at him like an irresistible force meeting an immovable object. What collision or connection will come next?
by Anna Jensen - January 28, 2019
Stephen Simon's recent play, Heisenberg, opens this week at the Rubicon Theatre. Two strangers meet at a London train station where an unlikely romantic relationship develops between them. Joe Spano plays Alex, an Irish butcher, set in his ways. A complete stranger, Georgie (Faline England), kisses him. Subsequently, Georgie comes careening straight at him like an irresistible force meeting an immovable object. What collision or connection will come next?
BWW Review: MOUTHPIECE at UCSB: Arts And Lectures At Campbell Hall
by Anna Jensen - January 25, 2019
'There's little a hot bath can't fix.' -Mothers everywhere 'It is impossible to say just what I mean!' -T.S. Eliot
by Anna Jensen - January 25, 2019
'There's little a hot bath can't fix.' -Mothers everywhere 'It is impossible to say just what I mean!' -T.S. Eliot
Camerata Pacifica's WHY BEETHOVEN? Project Continues In February
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Camerata Pacifica continues its "Why Beethoven?" project with a program (perhaps too simple a word) that reveals music as a vehicle of compassion, mortality and humanity.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Camerata Pacifica continues its "Why Beethoven?" project with a program (perhaps too simple a word) that reveals music as a vehicle of compassion, mortality and humanity.
BWW Preview: HOW TO TRANSCEND A HAPPY MARRIAGE at The Producing Unit
by Maggie Yates - January 21, 2019
Last fall, The Producing Unit performed a reading of one of Ruhl's latest works, How to Transcend a Happy Marriage (directed by Peter Frisch)--a play about testing the boundaries of a 'traditional' marriage. A married couple has a dinner party, and learns about the physical and emotional configuration of a polyamorous lifestyle from a new acquaintance, Pip, who is part of a throuple. In the past several months, the company has turned the content into a fully staged piece, which will be performed at Center Stage Theater from January 25-February 3.
by Maggie Yates - January 21, 2019
Last fall, The Producing Unit performed a reading of one of Ruhl's latest works, How to Transcend a Happy Marriage (directed by Peter Frisch)--a play about testing the boundaries of a 'traditional' marriage. A married couple has a dinner party, and learns about the physical and emotional configuration of a polyamorous lifestyle from a new acquaintance, Pip, who is part of a throuple. In the past several months, the company has turned the content into a fully staged piece, which will be performed at Center Stage Theater from January 25-February 3.
BWW Feature: BROADWAY SONGS OF THE SPIRIT produced by Clark Sayre
by Maggie Yates - January 21, 2019
'Broadway Songs of the Spirit' features arrangement and orchestration by John Douglas, with performances by Tariqh Akoni, Kevin Winard, Santino Tafarella, Nicole McKenzie, Andrea DiMagio, Tim Beccue, Brianna Gilman, Andrew Martinez, and John Douglas. Produced by Clark Sayre.
by Maggie Yates - January 21, 2019
'Broadway Songs of the Spirit' features arrangement and orchestration by John Douglas, with performances by Tariqh Akoni, Kevin Winard, Santino Tafarella, Nicole McKenzie, Andrea DiMagio, Tim Beccue, Brianna Gilman, Andrew Martinez, and John Douglas. Produced by Clark Sayre.
BWW Feature: THE 9 SHOWS TO WATCH FOR IN 2019—SANTA BARBARA REGION
by Maggie Yates - January 19, 2019
2019 is looking to be a season of exciting, provocative performance art that features a variety of voices. Here are my top picks for the nine shows of 2019 that shouldn't be missed (in order by date).
by Maggie Yates - January 19, 2019
2019 is looking to be a season of exciting, provocative performance art that features a variety of voices. Here are my top picks for the nine shows of 2019 that shouldn't be missed (in order by date).
The Santa Barbara Symphony Presents Beethoven's Triple On February 16 & 17
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
This February, The Santa Barbara Symphony continues their 65th Anniversary season with a performance of Beethoven's Triple, under the baton of Maestro Nir Kabaretti, on Saturday, February 16 at 8:00 pm and Sunday, February 17 at 3:00 pm at The Granada Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
This February, The Santa Barbara Symphony continues their 65th Anniversary season with a performance of Beethoven's Triple, under the baton of Maestro Nir Kabaretti, on Saturday, February 16 at 8:00 pm and Sunday, February 17 at 3:00 pm at The Granada Theatre.
LATE WINTER AND SPRING OPERAS at Santa Barbara's Lobero Theatre
by Maria Nockin - January 11, 2019
Opera Santa Barbara (OSB) celebrates its 25thanniversary on Saturday evening January 26, 2019, with a GALA CONCERT and spectacular party honoring Marilyn Gilbert who co-founded the company with the late Nathan Rundlett. The event will begin with a champagne reception for all ticket holders before the 6:00 pm concert.
by Maria Nockin - January 11, 2019
Opera Santa Barbara (OSB) celebrates its 25thanniversary on Saturday evening January 26, 2019, with a GALA CONCERT and spectacular party honoring Marilyn Gilbert who co-founded the company with the late Nathan Rundlett. The event will begin with a champagne reception for all ticket holders before the 6:00 pm concert.
Winners Announced for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2019
We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and voted on by you - the local theatergoers!
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2019
We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and voted on by you - the local theatergoers!
LEGALLY BLONDE Comes To Granada Theatre This April!
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
Omigod you guys! LEGALLY BLONDE is coming to the Granada Theatre in Santa Barbara on April 9th and 20th, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
Omigod you guys! LEGALLY BLONDE is coming to the Granada Theatre in Santa Barbara on April 9th and 20th, 2019.
Santa Barbara Symphony Presents PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION, A Multisensory Performance
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2019
The Santa Barbara Symphony continues its 65th Anniversary season by kicking off the New Year with two performances of Pictures at an Exhibition, on January 19 at 8:00 pm and January 20 at 3:00 pm at The Granada Theatre. Maestro Nir Kabaretti will lead the Santa Barbara Symphony in a one-of-a-kind multimedia presentation of Modest Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, featuring an animated film created by students and graduates at the USC School of Cinematic Arts. Additionally, the symphony will perform Brahams' Double Concerto for Violin and Cello, featuring concertmaster Jessica Guideri and principal cellist, Trevor Handy.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2019
The Santa Barbara Symphony continues its 65th Anniversary season by kicking off the New Year with two performances of Pictures at an Exhibition, on January 19 at 8:00 pm and January 20 at 3:00 pm at The Granada Theatre. Maestro Nir Kabaretti will lead the Santa Barbara Symphony in a one-of-a-kind multimedia presentation of Modest Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, featuring an animated film created by students and graduates at the USC School of Cinematic Arts. Additionally, the symphony will perform Brahams' Double Concerto for Violin and Cello, featuring concertmaster Jessica Guideri and principal cellist, Trevor Handy.
Local Author Will Discuss New Book On The History Of Community Arts Music Association In Free Talk
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2019
Local author and researcher Hattie Beresford will discuss her engaging new history of the Community Arts Music Association (CAMA) of Santa Barbara in a free public talk at Santa Barbara Central Library's Faulkner Gallery on Saturday, January 19. Presented by CAMA, in partnership with the library, the presentation will begin at 2 pm. Seating is limited.
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2019
Local author and researcher Hattie Beresford will discuss her engaging new history of the Community Arts Music Association (CAMA) of Santa Barbara in a free public talk at Santa Barbara Central Library's Faulkner Gallery on Saturday, January 19. Presented by CAMA, in partnership with the library, the presentation will begin at 2 pm. Seating is limited.
Santa Barbara Dance Theater Opens This January
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2019
SANTA BARBARA DANCE THEATER'S Artistic Director, Christopher Pilafian, kicks off 2019 with DISTANCE AND DESIRE, a fresh program featuring his newest work and that of accomplished and exciting guest artists Josh Manculich and Yusha-Marie Sorzano. The program also includes a special appearance by Doug Elkins' NYC-based company, doug elkins choreography, etc. The event is made possible with support from the Jody and John Arnhold Guest Artist Fund.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2019
SANTA BARBARA DANCE THEATER'S Artistic Director, Christopher Pilafian, kicks off 2019 with DISTANCE AND DESIRE, a fresh program featuring his newest work and that of accomplished and exciting guest artists Josh Manculich and Yusha-Marie Sorzano. The program also includes a special appearance by Doug Elkins' NYC-based company, doug elkins choreography, etc. The event is made possible with support from the Jody and John Arnhold Guest Artist Fund.
Final Chance to Vote for the BWW Santa Barbara Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 24, 2018
It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - December 24, 2018
It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
BWW Review: HUMBUG, A DOLL HOUSE, AND THE NINA VARIATIONS at Center Stage Theater
by Anna Jensen - December 21, 2018
Springing straight from its production of The Glass Menagerie, Lit Moon Theatre now brings three additional productions to Center Stage: First, Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol, is retold as Humbug. Then, on January 4th, Lit Moon offers its visually arresting and emotionally captivating production of A Doll House. The next day, 38 actors from Lit Moon's over 25-year history will join together for a brand-new production of The Nina Variations by Steven Dietz.
by Anna Jensen - December 21, 2018
Springing straight from its production of The Glass Menagerie, Lit Moon Theatre now brings three additional productions to Center Stage: First, Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol, is retold as Humbug. Then, on January 4th, Lit Moon offers its visually arresting and emotionally captivating production of A Doll House. The next day, 38 actors from Lit Moon's over 25-year history will join together for a brand-new production of The Nina Variations by Steven Dietz.
Kids Helping Kids Presents 11th Annual Benefit Concert Featuring Ben Rector And JOHNNYSWIM
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018
On January 11 and 12, 2019, Kids Helping Kids, a local Santa Barbara nonprofit comprised of over 100 students in the Advanced Placement Economics classes at San Marcos High School, will hold their annual benefit concert at The Granada Theatre. This benefit gala will feature musical talent Ben Rector on January 11 at 7:00 pm, and JOHNNYSWIM on January 12 at 7:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018
On January 11 and 12, 2019, Kids Helping Kids, a local Santa Barbara nonprofit comprised of over 100 students in the Advanced Placement Economics classes at San Marcos High School, will hold their annual benefit concert at The Granada Theatre. This benefit gala will feature musical talent Ben Rector on January 11 at 7:00 pm, and JOHNNYSWIM on January 12 at 7:00 pm.
Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2018 BWW Santa Barbara Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 17, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - December 17, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
BWW Review: THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE at Ensemble Theatre Company
by Maggie Yates - December 14, 2018
Ensemble Theatre Company's production of The Legend of Georgia McBride, directed by Jenny Sullivan, avoids the landmines. It's neither preachy nor offensive, and it tells a story of redemption that's timely, socially relevant, and charming. The show takes place over the period of a year, starting and ending around Christmas, an appropriate staging choice for a piece with such a clear connection to the general themes of the yuletide season. Georgia McBride is about family, forgiveness, celebration, and general joy to the world.
by Maggie Yates - December 14, 2018
Ensemble Theatre Company's production of The Legend of Georgia McBride, directed by Jenny Sullivan, avoids the landmines. It's neither preachy nor offensive, and it tells a story of redemption that's timely, socially relevant, and charming. The show takes place over the period of a year, starting and ending around Christmas, an appropriate staging choice for a piece with such a clear connection to the general themes of the yuletide season. Georgia McBride is about family, forgiveness, celebration, and general joy to the world.
Three Weeks Left To Vote For the BWW Santa Barbara Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 10, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - December 10, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Camerata Pacifica Begins The New Year With Beethoven, Mozart And Poulenc
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2018
Camerata Pacifica kicks off the new year with a continuation of its ambitious "Why Beethoven?" project with a performance of the composer's Septet in E-flat Major, Op. 20, Mozart's Quintet for Piano & Winds in E-flat Major, K. 452, and Poulenc's Sextet.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2018
Camerata Pacifica kicks off the new year with a continuation of its ambitious "Why Beethoven?" project with a performance of the composer's Septet in E-flat Major, Op. 20, Mozart's Quintet for Piano & Winds in E-flat Major, K. 452, and Poulenc's Sextet.
BWW Previews: THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE at ENSEMBLE THEATRE COMPANY
by Maggie Yates - December 04, 2018
For Ensemble's upcoming extravaganza, 'The Legend of Georgia McBride' (by Matthew Lopez, directed by Jenny Sullivan), actors Stephen Spencer and Bill Brochtrup have stepped up to the challenge of transforming into drag queens. The play follows Elvis impersonator Casey (Spencer), who gets fired from his gig at a Florida bar to make room for the newest entertainment sensation, a drag show starring Miss Tracey Mills (Brochtrup). With a pregnant wife at home, Casey has to adapt or find another job, so he tries his hand at female impersonation.
by Maggie Yates - December 04, 2018
For Ensemble's upcoming extravaganza, 'The Legend of Georgia McBride' (by Matthew Lopez, directed by Jenny Sullivan), actors Stephen Spencer and Bill Brochtrup have stepped up to the challenge of transforming into drag queens. The play follows Elvis impersonator Casey (Spencer), who gets fired from his gig at a Florida bar to make room for the newest entertainment sensation, a drag show starring Miss Tracey Mills (Brochtrup). With a pregnant wife at home, Casey has to adapt or find another job, so he tries his hand at female impersonation.
Vote For The 2018 BWW Santa Barbara Awards; URINETOWN Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - December 03, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - December 03, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
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Ubu's Other Shoe Staged Reading: Anthropology
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Million Dollar Quartet
San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre (1/30 - 3/8) | |
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A Christmas Story
San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre (11/21 - 12/21) | |
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Ubu's Other Shoe Staged Reading: Wife of a Salesman
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Hadestown (Non-Equity)
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BLUE MAN GROUP
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Forbidden Kiss LIVE - North Pole
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