ErinMarie Reiter

ErinMarie Reiter

ErinMarie Reiter is a San Diego native and has been involved in theater since she was young, working both on stage and behind the scenes. Having studied musical and children’s theatre ErinMarie believes in the power of the arts and that opportunities in theatre are a vital component of a well-rounded education for all ages. She feels lucky to live and write about theatre in San Diego which has many world-renowned theatres and often is the birthplace of Broadway and worldwide blockbuster productions.  

 ErinMarie is President of the San Diego Critic’s Circle, works with educators to encourage the art of entertainment and liver performance writing, and is a member of the American Theatre Critics Association. When not at the theatre she can usually be found reading a book, cuddling with her animals, and going on adventures with her husband and her friends. You can follow ErinMarie on Instagram @talktheatretome or online at www.TalkTheatreToMe.com




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First Show:

The Phantom of the Opera

Favorite Show:

The Ocean at the End of the Lane

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MOST POPULAR ARTICLES

Review: FAT HAM at The Old Globe
Review: FAT HAM at The Old Globe
June 1, 2024

'Fat Ham' is a dynamic, tragic, and comedic, remixing key moments of the original into a one-act exploring societal roles and expectations, toxic family dynamics, and being true to yourself in a wholly entertaining and creative way. “Fat Ham” is playing at the Old Globe through June 23rd.

Review: “TL;DR: THELMA LOUISE; A DYKE REMIX” at Diversionary Theatre
Review: “TL;DR: THELMA LOUISE; A DYKE REMIX” at Diversionary Theatre
May 30, 2024

The world premiere musical “TL;DR: Thelma Louise; A Dyke Remix” playing at Diversionary Theatre is a dynamic, irreverent, and funny punk musical that contemplates questions of queer representation, who gets their happily ever after, and what that even looks like from a highly entertaining feminist and queer perspective. 

Interview: The Talented Trio of the Broadway San Diego Awards
Interview: The Talented Trio of the Broadway San Diego Awards
May 24, 2024

Read BroadwayWorld's nterview about the Broadway San Diego Awards with Vanessa Ybarra Davis, Vice President of Broadway San Diego, Joey Landwehr, Artistic Director for the Broadway San Diego Awards, and Nicole Ries, Broadway San Diego Awards Production Manager.

Review: NOTES ON KILLING SEVEN OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMIC STABILITY BOARD MEMBERS at MOXIE Theatre
Review: NOTES ON KILLING SEVEN OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMIC STABILITY BOARD MEMBERS at MOXIE Theatre
May 21, 2024

As the title may suggest, “Notes on Killing Seven Oversight Management and Economic Stability Board Members” now playing at Moxie Theatre is not afraid to go big. The play is boldly ambitious, mixing political points, Latin surrealism, and drag in this one-act playing through May 26th at Moxie Theatre.

Review: LEGALLY BLONDE at San Diego Musical Theatre
Review: LEGALLY BLONDE at San Diego Musical Theatre
May 21, 2024

San Diego Musical Theatre brings an updated “Legally Blonde” to the stage full of girl power, fun choreography, and of course, plenty of pink.  “Legally Blonde is playing at San Diego Musical Theatre through June 2nd.

Interview: Melinda Lopez And Joel Perez write and perform STIR at The Old Globe
Interview: Melinda Lopez And Joel Perez write and perform STIR at The Old Globe
May 15, 2024

Interview with 'Stir' writers and performers Melinda Lopez and Joel Perez about their new show about food, family, and love making its world premiere at the Old Globe and plays through May 26th.

Interview: Erica Marie Weisz on Being a Funny Femme Fatale in 'THE 39 STEPS' at New Village Arts
Interview: Erica Marie Weisz on Being a Funny Femme Fatale in 'THE 39 STEPS' at New Village Arts
April 27, 2024

Interview with Erica Marie Weisz on playing the three leading ladies in the comedy 'The 39 Steps' currently playing at New Village Arts through May 12th.

Review: SENSE OF DECENCY at North Coast Repertory Theatre
Review: SENSE OF DECENCY at North Coast Repertory Theatre
April 26, 2024

 “Sense of Decency” makes its world premiere using misdirection, manipulation, and magic to try to find the difference between a monster and a man.  “Sense of Decency” is playing at North Coast Repertory Theatre through May 12th.

Review: Silliness and Suspense Abound in THE 39 STEPS at New Village Arts
Review: Silliness and Suspense Abound in THE 39 STEPS at New Village Arts
April 20, 2024

It is a novel and a hit film, but now New Village Arts brings all the mystery, murder, and imagination of “The 39 Steps” to life in this comedic Hitchcock homage through May 12th. 

Review: BRAT at Bocón Theatre Celebrates Military Kids
Review: BRAT at Bocón Theatre Celebrates Military Kids
April 17, 2024

Review of “Brat” a new play presented by  Bocón Theatre that looks at the unique life of being a kid of a military parent, aka a “brat.” The next performance is Friday, April 26th.

Interview: Marti Gobel of STEW at Scripps Ranch Theatre And Common Ground Theatre
Interview: Marti Gobel of STEW at Scripps Ranch Theatre And Common Ground Theatre
April 16, 2024

Interview with Marti Gobel who stars as Mama in 'Stew', a joint production between Scripps Ranch Theatre and Common Ground Theatre playing through April 21st.

Review: NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Cygnet Theatre
Review: NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Cygnet Theatre
April 16, 2024

“Natasha, Pierre, and The Great Comet of 1812” now playing at Cygnet Theatre is a maximalist electro-pop opera immersive musical dream, with a superb cast, and wonderful choreography, it will leave you dazzled.  “Natasha, Pierre, and The Great Comet of 1812” is running through May 19th.

Review: This is One 'RIDE' You Don't Want To Miss at The Old Globe
Review: This is One 'RIDE' You Don't Want To Miss at The Old Globe
April 9, 2024

“Ride” at The Old Globe is an incredibly fun, clever, and wholly entertaining musical about a woman who chased the American Dream around the world from the back of a bicycle.  This musical is a delightful fun two-handed, one-act musical that may inspire you to go find adventure yourself.  “Ride” is now playing at The Old Globe through April 28th.

Review: DISNEY'S ALADDIN at Broadway San Diego
Review: DISNEY'S ALADDIN at Broadway San Diego
April 4, 2024

Aladdin now playing through April 7th at the Civic Theatre through Broadway San Diego invites you to enjoy their Arabian night of magic, music, and magic carpets.

Interview: Conductor and Music Director James Dodgson brings Music and Magic in 'Aladdin'
Interview: Conductor and Music Director James Dodgson brings Music and Magic in 'Aladdin'
April 1, 2024

Interview with ALADDIN music director and conductor James Dodgson. ALADDIN is playing at Broadway San Diego through April 7th.

Review: HAND TO GOD at The Roustabouts Theatre Co
Review: HAND TO GOD at The Roustabouts Theatre Co
March 27, 2024

If the saying “laughter is the best medicine” is true, then the irreverent and funny “Hand To God” by The Roustabouts will cure what ails you. 

Review: TARTUFFE is Full of Laughter at North Coast Repertory Theatre
Review: TARTUFFE is Full of Laughter at North Coast Repertory Theatre
March 20, 2024

This standout production of 'Tartuffe' at North Coast Repertory Theatre is energetic and intelligent proving that even at 360 years old,  this show can still have an audience laughing from start to finish.  “Tartuffe” is playing through April 7th.

Review: Fandom and Friendship for the Win in KING JAMES at The Old Globe
Review: Fandom and Friendship for the Win in KING JAMES at The Old Globe
March 18, 2024

“King James” is a funny, heartwarming look at fandom, friendship, and how sometimes the unlikeliest people can become irreplaceable members of your life.  “King James” is playing at the Old Globe through March 31st.

Review: REDWOOD Looks to Turn Tragedy Into Transformation at La Jolla Playhouse
Review: REDWOOD Looks to Turn Tragedy Into Transformation at La Jolla Playhouse
February 26, 2024

REDWOOD, the world premiere musical now playing at the La Jolla Playhouse offers soaring visuals and vocals in a story that tackles how to turn tragedy into transformation.

Review: THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at CCAE Theatricals
Review: THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at CCAE Theatricals
February 25, 2024

THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHTTIME by CCAE Theatricals is a visually and physically creative endeavor that effectively tells this story and the inner thoughts of the lead character who uniquely perceives the world.



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