THEATRE news, REVIEWs,
& interviews
BRAT at Bocón Theatre Celebrates Military Kids
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.
Marti Gobel of STEW at Scripps Ranch Theatre And Common Ground Theatre
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.
NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Cygnet Theatre
“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.
“Ride” at The Old Globe
“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.
DISNEY'S ALADDIN at Broadway San Diego
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 to 'Aladdin'
Interview with ALADDIN music director and conductor James Dodgson. ALADDIN is playing at Broadway San Diego through April 7th.
HAND TO GOD at The Roustabouts Theatre Co.
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.
TARTUFFE is Full of Laughter at North Coast Repertory Theatre
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.
Fandom and Friendship for the Win in KING JAMES at The Old Globe
“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 April 7th.
REDWOOD at La Jolla Playhouse
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.
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at CCAE Theatricals
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.
CLYDE'S at MOXIE Theatre
Welcome to CLYDE’S, where the art of making a sandwich can lead to enlightenment. Staffed by formerly incarcerated people trying to rebuild their lives, but run by someone who has no real internet in food, or their employees beyond making the sale, this play has something to say about the work to build a better life, self-respect, and of course, the perfect sandwich.
THE AGE OF INNOCENCE at The Old Globe
THE AGE OF INNOCENCE is a gorgeously sumptuous and lush production full of beautiful people, costumes, and lighting, as it explores the true cost of keeping up appearances. THE AGE OF INNOCENCE is playing at The Old Globe Theatre through March 10th.
FUN HOME at New Village Arts
FUN HOME will make you laugh and might make you cry, but this nuanced musical features some excellent performances by a talented cast. FUN HOME is playing at New Village Arts through March 3rd.
ENGLISH at The Old Globe
ENGLISH is a funny and contemplative play written by Sanaz Toossi that explores the vulnerability, and determination, of adults of a variety of ages in Iran who are learning English. ENGLISH is playing at The Old Globe through February 25th.
LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL at Cygnet Theatre
Billie Holiday is a superstar jazz musician though often her tremendous talent is sometimes eclipsed by the more sensational exploits of her life. LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR AND GRILL, now playing at Cygnet Theatre through February 18th, invites you to a cozy neighborhood bar, to enjoy the vocal stylings of the marvelous Lady Day in 1959 and learn more about her life in this intimate portrait of a gifted jazz musician.
Interview: Director Kandace Crystal on bringing Aspiring Writer's Works to the Stage at the PLAYS BY YOUNG WRITERS FESTIVAL
An interview with The Playwright’s Project 39th Annual Plays By Young Writers Festival director Kandace Crystal on working with these young writers and what to expect from the public performance on February 3rd, 2023.
Interview: CATCHING UP! with Tyler Tafolla
Interview with Tyler Tafolla about his newest show CATCHING UP!, an evening of music and original stories from Tyler and other San Diego performers on Saturday, January 27th @ 8pm
INTIMATE APPAREL at North Coast Repertory Theatre
INTIMATE APPAREL is a beautiful and detailed production that allows its cast to shine as it explores the hopes and dreams of a seamstress who dreams of more from her life and the risks and rewards of pursuing those dreams. INTIMATE APPAREL is now playing at the North Coast Repertory Theatre through February 4th.
Ease on Down To See THE WIZ at Broadway San Diego Before It Goes to Broadway
THE WIZ, now playing at Broadway San Diego at the Civic Theatre through Sunday, January 14th has soaring vocals, striking choreography, and a vibrant cast in this pre-Broadway stop.