UCSB Department of Theater/Dance to Present IN THE RED AND BROWN WATER, 2/27-3/7
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2015
The Department of Theater/Dance at UC Santa Barbara presents a play by 2013 MacArthur fellowTarell Alvin McCraney, In the Red and Brown Water. Drawing on folk tales, Yoruba mythology and contemporary poets, this first work in McCraney's The Brother/Sister Plays trilogy tells a coming-of-age story set in a Louisiana bayou housing project.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2015
The Department of Theater/Dance at UC Santa Barbara presents a play by 2013 MacArthur fellowTarell Alvin McCraney, In the Red and Brown Water. Drawing on folk tales, Yoruba mythology and contemporary poets, this first work in McCraney's The Brother/Sister Plays trilogy tells a coming-of-age story set in a Louisiana bayou housing project.
The Theatre Group at SBCC to Stage LIGHT UP THE SKY, 3/4-21
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2015
The Theatre Group at SBCC will present the hilarious comedy by Moss Hart, LIGHT UP THE SKY, directed by R. Michael Gros, in the Garvin Theatre, March 4-21, 2015.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2015
The Theatre Group at SBCC will present the hilarious comedy by Moss Hart, LIGHT UP THE SKY, directed by R. Michael Gros, in the Garvin Theatre, March 4-21, 2015.
BWW Preview: NIXON'S NIXON Gives Shape and Nuance to American History
by Maggie Yates - February 02, 2015
C-Span may be boring, but presenting the intricacies of the political engine via theatre has the perpetual potential for dramatic greatness.
by Maggie Yates - February 02, 2015
C-Span may be boring, but presenting the intricacies of the political engine via theatre has the perpetual potential for dramatic greatness.
BWW Preview: INTIMATE APPAREL Promises Exquisite Craftsmanship of Drama and Corsetry
by Maggie Yates - January 30, 2015
'Intimate Apparel' promises an exciting evening of drama, intelligent social commentary, and the exquisite craftsmanship of fine garments.
by Maggie Yates - January 30, 2015
'Intimate Apparel' promises an exciting evening of drama, intelligent social commentary, and the exquisite craftsmanship of fine garments.
BWW Preview: TALES OF WOO AND WOE Explores Passion in the Words of the Bard
by Maggie Yates - January 30, 2015
'Tales of Woo and Woe' is an ambitious examination of love and desire, explored via the language of The Bard.
by Maggie Yates - January 30, 2015
'Tales of Woo and Woe' is an ambitious examination of love and desire, explored via the language of The Bard.
BWW Review: 154 & PARADISE Examines Guilt, Fault, and Consequence
by Maggie Yates - January 29, 2015
Psychologically sophisticated with entertaining performances, 154 is a puzzle of blame, fault, and consequence.
by Maggie Yates - January 29, 2015
Psychologically sophisticated with entertaining performances, 154 is a puzzle of blame, fault, and consequence.
BWW Review: UNFINISHED BUSINESS is a Reflection on Redemption, Love, and Acceptance
by Maggie Yates - January 26, 2015
Unfinished Business is a production that aspires to engender love and catharsis by allowing eleventh-hour redemption and understanding between family members.
by Maggie Yates - January 26, 2015
Unfinished Business is a production that aspires to engender love and catharsis by allowing eleventh-hour redemption and understanding between family members.
BWW Review: CAMELOT - The Impossibility of Utopia
by Maggie Yates - January 23, 2015
Arthur can control men, but he can't control mankind-a natural tendency toward chaos, ambition, and avarice rules humanity beyond his influence.
by Maggie Yates - January 23, 2015
Arthur can control men, but he can't control mankind-a natural tendency toward chaos, ambition, and avarice rules humanity beyond his influence.
UCSB Theater/Dance to Present THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, 2/13-21
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2015
The Department of Theater/Dance at UC Santa Barbara and director Simon Williams presents a fresh take on Oscar Wilde's famous play, The Importance of Being Earnest. Among the funniest plays ever written, The Importance of Being Earnest is a heady cocktail of mistaken identity, young lovers, hilariously dated elders, high style and pithy social commentary - all reimagined for this production in the 1930s. The Importance of Being Earnest runs February 13 - 21, 2015 in the Performing Arts Theater on the UC Santa Barbara campus.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2015
The Department of Theater/Dance at UC Santa Barbara and director Simon Williams presents a fresh take on Oscar Wilde's famous play, The Importance of Being Earnest. Among the funniest plays ever written, The Importance of Being Earnest is a heady cocktail of mistaken identity, young lovers, hilariously dated elders, high style and pithy social commentary - all reimagined for this production in the 1930s. The Importance of Being Earnest runs February 13 - 21, 2015 in the Performing Arts Theater on the UC Santa Barbara campus.
Calendar Greater Tuna Opens January 30 at Imagination Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2015
Imagination Theater is proud to present the comedy satire, Red, White and Tuna, opening Friday, January 30 through Sunday, February 15. Shows are held on Thursdays through Sundays. Ticket prices are $15 and Thursdays and Groups are $12. All tickets for the 2:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday, February 1 are two for the price of one ($15)!
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2015
Imagination Theater is proud to present the comedy satire, Red, White and Tuna, opening Friday, January 30 through Sunday, February 15. Shows are held on Thursdays through Sundays. Ticket prices are $15 and Thursdays and Groups are $12. All tickets for the 2:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday, February 1 are two for the price of one ($15)!
2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Winners Announced - Luana Psaros, Lafras LaRoux & More!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 15, 2015
Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 60 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2014 Santa Barbara winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 15, 2015
Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 60 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2014 Santa Barbara winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!
BWW Preview: A Butterfly Flaps Its Wings over 154 & PARADISE
by Maggie Yates - January 15, 2015
'154 & Paradise' is an illustration of the junctions in life where the inevitability of society's momentum and the indefinite direction of free will unite to create eddies of personal destiny.
by Maggie Yates - January 15, 2015
'154 & Paradise' is an illustration of the junctions in life where the inevitability of society's momentum and the indefinite direction of free will unite to create eddies of personal destiny.
PCPA to Stage PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, Begin. 2/12
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2015
Before Wendy… before he was Captain Hook… before a boy was given the name Peter Pan…and before there was a Neverland, there was a Starcatcher Apprentice named Molly, a pirate named Black Stache, and a nameless orphan…and they are about to be thrown together in a perilous (and wildly hilarious) adventure on the high seas. But, of course none of this actually exists, unless you are prepared to use your imagination.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2015
Before Wendy… before he was Captain Hook… before a boy was given the name Peter Pan…and before there was a Neverland, there was a Starcatcher Apprentice named Molly, a pirate named Black Stache, and a nameless orphan…and they are about to be thrown together in a perilous (and wildly hilarious) adventure on the high seas. But, of course none of this actually exists, unless you are prepared to use your imagination.
BWW Review: Christmas in January for Lit Moon's HUMBUG
by Maggie Yates - January 09, 2015
John Blondell and Lit Moon are frequent perpetuators of the unique reorganization of classic stories; their stylized version of A Christmas Carol, called Humbug, is strident and modern without denying the latent, yet impending gentleness within Scrooge as he realizes his potential to change his lifestyle.
by Maggie Yates - January 09, 2015
John Blondell and Lit Moon are frequent perpetuators of the unique reorganization of classic stories; their stylized version of A Christmas Carol, called Humbug, is strident and modern without denying the latent, yet impending gentleness within Scrooge as he realizes his potential to change his lifestyle.
Santa Barbara Theatre 2014 in Review; 2015 Preview
by Maggie Yates - January 07, 2015
What happened this year in SB theatre? Here's 2014 in review, and a preview of what's next for 2015.
by Maggie Yates - January 07, 2015
What happened this year in SB theatre? Here's 2014 in review, and a preview of what's next for 2015.
Last Chance to Vote for the BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2014
It's your last week to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 26th. Voting closes at the end of the year, in under one week!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2014
It's your last week to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 26th. Voting closes at the end of the year, in under one week!
Time is Ticking to Vote for the BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - December 19, 2014
Time is ticking on your last chance to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 19th. Voting closes at the end of the year!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 19, 2014
Time is ticking on your last chance to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 19th. Voting closes at the end of the year!
Final Two Weeks of Voting for the BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards - Clark Sayre Leads!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 13, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
by BWW Special Coverage - December 13, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
BWW Review: THE BEST BROTHERS Delivers Style, Comedy, and the Triumph of Catharsis
by Maggie Yates - December 10, 2014
Ensemble's production of The Best Brothers is entertaining and thought provoking, and maintains a sense of playfulness even in its most moving moments.
by Maggie Yates - December 10, 2014
Ensemble's production of The Best Brothers is entertaining and thought provoking, and maintains a sense of playfulness even in its most moving moments.
Unwrap the Latest Voting Update for the BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards - Miller James Leads!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 04, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
by BWW Special Coverage - December 04, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
BWW Preview: THE BEST BROTHERS Navigates The Absurdities of Life (and Their Accompanying Misfortunes)
by Maggie Yates - November 28, 2014
'The Best Brothers' brings Kyle and Hamilton Best out of estrangement to handle their mother's affairs after she's crushed to death by a drunken drag queen.
by Maggie Yates - November 28, 2014
'The Best Brothers' brings Kyle and Hamilton Best out of estrangement to handle their mother's affairs after she's crushed to death by a drunken drag queen.
2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards Update 11/25 - Miller James Leads Best Costume Design!
by BWW Special Coverage - November 25, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 25th.
by BWW Special Coverage - November 25, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 25th.
BWW Review: UCSB Takes on Eno with MIDDLETOWN
by Maggie Yates - November 24, 2014
Middletown has undeniable biting humor and an honest eye to the lovely mess we all make of our lives.
by Maggie Yates - November 24, 2014
Middletown has undeniable biting humor and an honest eye to the lovely mess we all make of our lives.
BWW Reviews: Under the Northern Lights of ALMOST, MAINE
by Maggie Yates - November 23, 2014
Almost, Maine presents a simpler, kinder world in which sadness runs deep enough to make an impression, but in which the regret of romance lost or unrequited has the capacity to be mended by the gentle reassembly of a shattered heart.
by Maggie Yates - November 23, 2014
Almost, Maine presents a simpler, kinder world in which sadness runs deep enough to make an impression, but in which the regret of romance lost or unrequited has the capacity to be mended by the gentle reassembly of a shattered heart.
Department of Theater/Dance at UC Santa Barbara Presents MIDDLETOWN, Now thru 11/22
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2014
The Department of Theater/Dance at UC Santa Barbara kicks off our commemorative season with a meditation on life and death and all of the lives that occupy the space in between in Will Eno's Middletown: A Play, directed by Tom Whitaker. Winner of the inaugural Horton Foote Prize for Promising New American Play, author Will Eno describes the play as 'trying to look at the accumulation and effect of the tiny moments that make up our lives - and how we are constantly vulnerable to these tiny moments, which may in fact change the angle of our entire life, or not.' Middletown: A Play runs tonight, November 14 - 22, 2014 in the Performing Arts Theater on the UC Santa Barbara campus.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2014
The Department of Theater/Dance at UC Santa Barbara kicks off our commemorative season with a meditation on life and death and all of the lives that occupy the space in between in Will Eno's Middletown: A Play, directed by Tom Whitaker. Winner of the inaugural Horton Foote Prize for Promising New American Play, author Will Eno describes the play as 'trying to look at the accumulation and effect of the tiny moments that make up our lives - and how we are constantly vulnerable to these tiny moments, which may in fact change the angle of our entire life, or not.' Middletown: A Play runs tonight, November 14 - 22, 2014 in the Performing Arts Theater on the UC Santa Barbara campus.
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