BWW Review: HUSBANDS AND WIVES at Ensemble Theater Company
by Maggie Yates - October 13, 2017
'Husbands and Wives,' Woody Allen's film--and now, Ensemble Theater Company's adaptation by Jonathan Fox--examines the slings and arrows of long-term pairing through the relationships of two middle-aged couples in crisis.
by Maggie Yates - October 13, 2017
'Husbands and Wives,' Woody Allen's film--and now, Ensemble Theater Company's adaptation by Jonathan Fox--examines the slings and arrows of long-term pairing through the relationships of two middle-aged couples in crisis.
The Granada Theatre Screens THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE to Commemorate Veteran's Day
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2017
To commemorate Veterans Day in Santa Barbara, The Jurkowitz Center for Community Engagement is pleased to partner with the Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation to screen Thank You For Your Service.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2017
To commemorate Veterans Day in Santa Barbara, The Jurkowitz Center for Community Engagement is pleased to partner with the Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation to screen Thank You For Your Service.
The Theatre Group at SBCC to Stage ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
The Theatre Group at SBCC will continue the 17/18 season with Richard Bean's hilarious comedy, ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, music by Grant Olding, directed by Rick Mokler, October 11-28 in the Garvin Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
The Theatre Group at SBCC will continue the 17/18 season with Richard Bean's hilarious comedy, ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, music by Grant Olding, directed by Rick Mokler, October 11-28 in the Garvin Theatre.
Brooks Firestone Joins Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts Board of Directors
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
The Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts (SBCPA), which owns and operates the historic Granada Theatre, welcomes Brooks Firestone to the Board of Directors.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
The Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts (SBCPA), which owns and operates the historic Granada Theatre, welcomes Brooks Firestone to the Board of Directors.
BWW Previews: Ensemble Theater presents HUSBANDS AND WIVES at The New Vic
by Maggie Yates - October 03, 2017
Ensemble Theater Company's season opener is a brand new adaptation of Woody Allen's Husbands and Wives, rendered for the stage by ETC's artistic Director, Jonathan Fox.
by Maggie Yates - October 03, 2017
Ensemble Theater Company's season opener is a brand new adaptation of Woody Allen's Husbands and Wives, rendered for the stage by ETC's artistic Director, Jonathan Fox.
Opera Santa Barbara Presents MANON to Open Season
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
Opera Santa Barbara will open its 2017-18 season with a sumptuous production of Jules Massenet's sultry Manon starring celebrated soprano Sarah Coburn at 7:30 pm on Friday, November 3, followed by an encore performance at 2:30 pm on Sunday, November 5.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
Opera Santa Barbara will open its 2017-18 season with a sumptuous production of Jules Massenet's sultry Manon starring celebrated soprano Sarah Coburn at 7:30 pm on Friday, November 3, followed by an encore performance at 2:30 pm on Sunday, November 5.
Nominations Now Open for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, community theatre and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, community theatre and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Opera Santa Barbara to Present Free Concerts
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2017
Opera Santa Barbara will present a series of free noontime concerts at Santa Barbara and Ventura County libraries through mid-April.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2017
Opera Santa Barbara will present a series of free noontime concerts at Santa Barbara and Ventura County libraries through mid-April.
Anne Torsiglieri Shines a Light on the Struggles and Joys of Autism in TAKING THE A TRAIN
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2017
When Anne Torsiglieri's twin boys were 15 months old, she noticed something not quite right. While one was incredibly engaged with the people around him, the other seemed to prefer the company of the ceiling fan and the beams of light. As his brother tried to joke with family members, he preferred the isolation of his own inner world.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2017
When Anne Torsiglieri's twin boys were 15 months old, she noticed something not quite right. While one was incredibly engaged with the people around him, the other seemed to prefer the company of the ceiling fan and the beams of light. As his brother tried to joke with family members, he preferred the isolation of his own inner world.
BWW Previews: STAND UP STORIES – MULTICULTURAL TALES TO LIVE BY at Boxtales Theater Company
by Maggie Yates - September 26, 2017
Stand Up Stories Multicultural Tales to Live By is a collection of parables that brings to life stories from the Greek, Chinese, Native American, and African traditions. Stand Up Stories opens at Santa Barbara's Lobero Theater this weekend, and runs for two nights only: Friday, September 29, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, October 1, at 2 p.m.
by Maggie Yates - September 26, 2017
Stand Up Stories Multicultural Tales to Live By is a collection of parables that brings to life stories from the Greek, Chinese, Native American, and African traditions. Stand Up Stories opens at Santa Barbara's Lobero Theater this weekend, and runs for two nights only: Friday, September 29, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, October 1, at 2 p.m.
Santa Barbara Symphony to Open Season with Ballet Premiere
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
The Santa Barbara Symphony, under the baton of Maestro Nir Kabaretti, will assemble singers and dancers from throughout the region for an extraordinary all-Mozart concert including a ballet world premiere to open its 2017-18 season on Saturday, October 14.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
The Santa Barbara Symphony, under the baton of Maestro Nir Kabaretti, will assemble singers and dancers from throughout the region for an extraordinary all-Mozart concert including a ballet world premiere to open its 2017-18 season on Saturday, October 14.
Opera Santa Barbara Honors Emeritus Directors Frederick Sidon and Duncan Mellichamp
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
Opera Santa Barbara has named Frederick Sidon and Duncan Mellichamp Honorary Board Members in recognition for their many extraordinary efforts on behalf of the company. Current Board members conferred the title on Messrs.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
Opera Santa Barbara has named Frederick Sidon and Duncan Mellichamp Honorary Board Members in recognition for their many extraordinary efforts on behalf of the company. Current Board members conferred the title on Messrs.
BWW Previews: DISGRACED at Center Stage Theater
by Maggie Yates - September 24, 2017
Disgraced examines the American experience from a variety of viewpoints: a Jewish-American man, an African-American woman, a white woman, and Amir, the play's tragic lead, who is from an Islamic background the child of Middle-Eastern immigrants. Disgraced is an award-winning piece of literature that delivers an intense, intelligent discourse about race and privilege, and a jarring exploration of the stratifications and compartmentalization of American culture.
by Maggie Yates - September 24, 2017
Disgraced examines the American experience from a variety of viewpoints: a Jewish-American man, an African-American woman, a white woman, and Amir, the play's tragic lead, who is from an Islamic background the child of Middle-Eastern immigrants. Disgraced is an award-winning piece of literature that delivers an intense, intelligent discourse about race and privilege, and a jarring exploration of the stratifications and compartmentalization of American culture.
Photo Flash: The Theatre Group at SBCC presents ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
The Theatre Group at SBCC will continue the 17/18 season with Richard Bean's hilarious comedy, ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, music by Grant Olding, directed by Rick Mokler, October 11-28 in the Garvin Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
The Theatre Group at SBCC will continue the 17/18 season with Richard Bean's hilarious comedy, ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, music by Grant Olding, directed by Rick Mokler, October 11-28 in the Garvin Theatre.
Steynberg Gallery Presents Pierre Bensusan, France's Acoustic Guitar Master, in Concert
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2017
On Friday September 29, San Luis Obispo's Steynberg Gallery proudly presents France's acoustic guitar master Pierre Bensusan in concert - as part of the 30 date Fall leg of his 2017 USA Tour!
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2017
On Friday September 29, San Luis Obispo's Steynberg Gallery proudly presents France's acoustic guitar master Pierre Bensusan in concert - as part of the 30 date Fall leg of his 2017 USA Tour!
Local Luminaries to Be Honored at 3rd Annual Granada Theatre Legends Gala
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2017
The Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts (SBCPA) will host its 3rd Annual Granada Theatre Legends Gala today, September 15, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2017
The Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts (SBCPA) will host its 3rd Annual Granada Theatre Legends Gala today, September 15, 2017.
PCPA to Close 53rd Season with August Wilson's FENCES
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2017
Closing PCPA's 53rd season is Fences, August Wilson's gripping Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning masterpiece that will swing onto the Marian Theatre stage from September 15 - October 1.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2017
Closing PCPA's 53rd season is Fences, August Wilson's gripping Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning masterpiece that will swing onto the Marian Theatre stage from September 15 - October 1.
2017 Granada Theatre Legends Gala to Honor Marilyn Horne, Music Academy of the West and More
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2017
The Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts (SBCPA) is honored to announce the shining stars to be honored at their third annual Granada Theatre Legends Gala, to be held today, September 15, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2017
The Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts (SBCPA) is honored to announce the shining stars to be honored at their third annual Granada Theatre Legends Gala, to be held today, September 15, 2017.
Santa Barbara Symphony Tickets to Go On Sale This Friday
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2017
Single tickets for the Santa Barbara Symphony's highly anticipated 2017-18 season will go on sale at 10 am on Friday, September 15. The orchestra will present a total of nine compelling programs over the course of its coming season, which opens October 14 with an extraordinary all-Mozart concert featuring a ballet world premiere. Performances take place at the Granada Theatre, 1214 State Street in Santa Barbara. Priced from $29, tickets can be purchased at thesymphony.org or through the Granada box office, (805) 899-2222. Complete season program information is available online at thesymphony.org.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2017
Single tickets for the Santa Barbara Symphony's highly anticipated 2017-18 season will go on sale at 10 am on Friday, September 15. The orchestra will present a total of nine compelling programs over the course of its coming season, which opens October 14 with an extraordinary all-Mozart concert featuring a ballet world premiere. Performances take place at the Granada Theatre, 1214 State Street in Santa Barbara. Priced from $29, tickets can be purchased at thesymphony.org or through the Granada box office, (805) 899-2222. Complete season program information is available online at thesymphony.org.
Granada Theatre Volunteer Ambassador Program Accepting Applications
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2017
The Granada Theatre is now accepting applications for its Volunteer Ambassador Program. Created in 2008 after the renovation of The Granada Theatre was complete, the program boasts over 125 volunteers who work as ambassadors for the theater with the community, and serve an important role in delivering the best possible guest experience for every performance. The Ambassador Program will hold an orientation on Tuesday, September 19 at 6:30pm at the Granada Theatre (1214 State St.). Interested applicants are encouraged to fill out applications (available on the Granada Theatre's website here), and are required to attend the orientation and theatre tour training in order to become a Granada Volunteer Ambassador.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2017
The Granada Theatre is now accepting applications for its Volunteer Ambassador Program. Created in 2008 after the renovation of The Granada Theatre was complete, the program boasts over 125 volunteers who work as ambassadors for the theater with the community, and serve an important role in delivering the best possible guest experience for every performance. The Ambassador Program will hold an orientation on Tuesday, September 19 at 6:30pm at the Granada Theatre (1214 State St.). Interested applicants are encouraged to fill out applications (available on the Granada Theatre's website here), and are required to attend the orientation and theatre tour training in order to become a Granada Volunteer Ambassador.
Local Luminaries to Be Honored at 3rd Annual Granada Theatre Legends Gala
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2017
The Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts (SBCPA) will host its 3rd Annual Granada Theatre Legends Gala on Friday, September 15, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2017
The Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts (SBCPA) will host its 3rd Annual Granada Theatre Legends Gala on Friday, September 15, 2017.
The Theatre Group at SBCC to Stage ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2017
The Theatre Group at SBCC will continue the 17/18 season with Richard Bean's hilarious comedy, ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, music by Grant Olding, directed by Rick Mokler, October 11-28 in the Garvin Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2017
The Theatre Group at SBCC will continue the 17/18 season with Richard Bean's hilarious comedy, ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, music by Grant Olding, directed by Rick Mokler, October 11-28 in the Garvin Theatre.
BWW Review: ANAÏS, A DANCE OPERA by Mixed eMotion Theatrix In Association With Diana Raab
by Maggie Yates - September 11, 2017
Ana s: A Dance Opera is a multimedia collaberation featuring the life story of writer, intellectual, and provocateur, Ana s Nin.
by Maggie Yates - September 11, 2017
Ana s: A Dance Opera is a multimedia collaberation featuring the life story of writer, intellectual, and provocateur, Ana s Nin.
BWW Previews: ANAÏS, A DANCE OPERA at The New Vic Theater
by Maggie Yates - August 31, 2017
After a successful turn at the Avignon L'Off Festival in France, Anais, A Dance Opera, presented by Mixed eMotion Theatrix, comes to Santa Barbara's New Vic Theater September 8th and 9th. Anais explores the beguiling, nonconformist life of writer, Anais Nin, through music, modern dance, and theatre.
by Maggie Yates - August 31, 2017
After a successful turn at the Avignon L'Off Festival in France, Anais, A Dance Opera, presented by Mixed eMotion Theatrix, comes to Santa Barbara's New Vic Theater September 8th and 9th. Anais explores the beguiling, nonconformist life of writer, Anais Nin, through music, modern dance, and theatre.
PCPA to Close 53rd Season with August Wilson's FENCES
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2017
Closing PCPA's 53rd season is Fences, August Wilson's gripping Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning masterpiece that will swing onto the Marian Theatre stage from September 15 - October 1.
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2017
Closing PCPA's 53rd season is Fences, August Wilson's gripping Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning masterpiece that will swing onto the Marian Theatre stage from September 15 - October 1.
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Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center (4/2 - 4/2) | |
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Petty Rocks and Kid Galaga
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The Lifespan of a Fact
San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre (5/1 - 5/17) | |
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Temptation - New Order - with Debased - Pixies - Hosted by Oliver Graves
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