Faith, politics, pride, scandal, community, THIS BEAUTIFUL CITY now playing at Diversionary Theatre through December 9th, may be based on past events, but finds that’s its themes are still current today. THIS BEAUTIFUL CITY was written by The Civilians, and investigative theatre company that was on site and created it from actual interviews with citizens…
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Sigourney Weaver on her mysterious character in THE DEFENDERS
What is there to say about Sigourney Weaver that would introduce her appropriately? If you don’t know her then I’m assuming you grew up in on a space ship in a cryogenic sleep, wait that’s ALIENS, or you were in cut off in another dimension by a powerful being named Zuul, sorry that’s GHOSTBUSTERS. Well,…
Rufus Sewell thinks his character is a “dark everyman” in THE MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE
I don’t know about you, but I always like to revisit when I got to talk to handsome British actors who have played some of my favorite (villianious) roles. So in honor of the second season of his show THE MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE available to binge watch on Amazon starting today (Friday, December…
Rufus Sewell is not interested in being your ordinary villain
Rufus Sewell is the guy you most likely recognize as “that British bad guy” from one of his many theatre, television, or film projects. With the trademark British accent that marks villains in most American movies (damn you Revolutionary War!!) blue eyes, black hair, and cheekbones that could cut glass, he was the guy you…
Charlie Cox went INCOGNITO for the love of theatre
In a perfect world, theatre would pay as much as movies and actors would be able to do all of the theatre they want as often as they want. Alas, the current world we live in is one where theatre is done for the love of theatre, and the work, not the potential money maker…
Maggie Smith as impersonated by Ian McKellen
When two of the best actors in the world are friends, what can you expect when one discusses the other? Why, stories and impersonations of course, as all good friends tend to do when talking about each other. Their impersaonations just might be better than the ones our friends might do. Sir Ian McKellen and Dame…
Silas Weir Mitchell talks about theatre, GRIMM, and what next season will bring
Grimm fans know that Monroe, played by Silas Weir Mitchell, can turn into a powerful and dangerous werewolf type creature (called a Blutblad). In spite of his ability to turn into a creature at any time, it is often Monroe that emphasizes the human element to the show in how his characters struggles to keep…
Brandon Davidson brings the rain to San Diego!
San Diego native Brandon Davidson is back in town to bring us some good old fashioned entertainment and a chance to see some rain in San Diego! San Diego Musical Theatre brings SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN to the Speckels Theatre stage through June 7th. Brandon Davidson is stepping into some famous shoes as he takes on…
Steps to a con – making sure THE GRIFT works
THE GRIFT, is an interactive show where the audience learns about and becomes a part of multiple cons is the newest “Without Walls” production from the La Jolla Playhouse. This world premiere, and immersive theatre experience is the newest project from its creator, writer, and director, Tom Salamon and Diabolical Muse productions. Part con, part…
Interview: James Vasquez brings PAGEANT back to the Cygnet Theatre
The PAGEANT is back at the Cygnet Theatre and James Vasquez, a San Diego native who is no stranger to our theatres, is happy to be the man that directs this new production. I was able to chat with him between rehearsals to chat about bringing the Glamouresse pageant back to the stage. PAGEANT is…