A tribute to Marty Burnett, the beloved North Coast Rep scenic designer, leaves behind a legacy of artistry, craftsmanship, and more than three decades of shaping San Diego theatre.

“Adult Storytime: A Caregiver's Guide to the Blues” isn't designed to make audiences cry (though you may). Instead, it celebrates resilience, connection, and the extraordinary care people extend to one another every day.

This beautifully acted and thoughtfully staged  “Measure for Measure” proves there is plenty worth measuring here.

Backyard Renaissance Theatre's San Diego premiere of Jim Cartwright's “The Rise and Fall of Little Voice” is a curious blend of broad comedy and intimate drama. Anthony Methvin's production is elevated by a remarkable cast that finds genuine humanity beneath the script's extremes.

“The SpongeBob Musical,” playing through at Cygnet Theatre, is loud, colorful, wonderfully goofy, and fueled by an unapologetic belief that optimism can overcome even the biggest obstacles. Sometimes that's exactly what audiences need. 

With so many artists making their New Village Arts debuts in this 'Hairspray,' there is a palpable sense of excitement and discovery throughout the evening, complementing the musical's themes of young people finding their voices and stepping into the spotlight.

Interview with Wyatt Van Hazel about creating his version of Leaf in Oceanside Theatre Company's “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,”, learning through STAGES, and why joy is at the heart of this production.

Interview with actor Dallas McLaughlin about playing Vice Principal Paunch in Oceanside Theatre Company's production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

If you think lying on your dating profile is a modern invention, “The Most Happy Fella” is here to remind you that catfishing has existed for generations. Fortunately, North Coast Repertory Theatre's production has something even more timeless than romantic deception: a glorious score sung by an excellent cast.

“The Monsters” delivers thrilling fight sequences, but its greatest strength lies in the family story at its center. Whether you're an MMA fan or not, the play's emotional punches land with equal force.

“The Hombres” is a thoughtful examination of friendship, masculinity, and the surprising ways personal growth can occur in the unlikeliest of places. 

Funny and heartfelt, “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee' is a delightful reminder that sometimes the biggest victories have nothing to do with trophies—or correctly spelling 'schadenfreude.'