THEATRE news, REVIEWs,
& interviews
Barry Edelstein
Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein hosts THINKING SHAKESPEARE LOVE! and talks about working with the graduating class of The Old Globe and USD Shiley Graduate Theatre Program, the pandemic, and the enduring love of Shakespeare.
THINKING SHAKESPEARE LOVE!
In the true spirit of “The show must go on”, when the pandemic shut down theatre and in-person gatherings, the students of The Old Globe and University of San Diego Shiley Graduate Theatre program continued to do the work. That work has paid off for the graduating class of 2021 and is being celebrated in their live performance of THINKING SHAKESPEARE LOVE! A celebration of love through Shakespeare’s plays, poems, and songs July 15th and 16th at The Old Globe.
Alan Muraoka talks A GENTLEMANS GUIDE TO MURDER
If you are looking for some fantastic vocals, aristocratic hijinks, and want to support a good cause then look no further than CollaborAzian’s upcoming abridged A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER on July 15th. Directed by Alan Muraoka, and features an all-Asian American cast and production team, can be viewed through Broady on-demand, and all proceeds will benefit the Stop AAPI Hate initiative.
Eden Espinosa
Eden Espinosa brings her powerhouse vocals to help close out the summer cabaret series at The Old Globe this weekend July 9th - 11th. In a preview to the cabaret Espinosa talks about what to expect from her performances this weekend, what she did during the pandemic, and her excitement to return to San Diego.
Solea Pfeiffer
It’s summer, theatres are reopening, and Solea Pfeiffer is coming back to The Old Globe on June 19th and 20th to kick off their cabaret series, what more do you need to kickstart a great theatre season? When asked about the cabaret Solea said, “To be totally honest with you, this cabaret is just about joy.”
Joy Yvonne Jones talks about the SAY IT LOUD FESTIVAL
Interview with Joy Yvonne Jones, President of the San Diego Black Artist Collective, along with fellow organizers Rich Soublet II, and Zach King, on the SAY IT LOUD FESTIVAL a week-long festival of theatre, music, and poetry that can be enjoyed in person and streamed virtually.
COCKTAILS WITH THE CANON
The Old Globe's new podcast COCKTAILS WITH THE CANON and its two fun, charismatic, and incredibly smart co-hosts Lamar Perry and Danielle Mages Amato are your new best theatre friends. I had a chance to chat with them both about this new podcast, the topics they cover, and why they wanted to create a podcast that invited imagination to collectively dream of what the future holds for American Theatre
The creation of TurnKey Theatre
Interview with Artistic Director and Owner of Turnkey Theatre Katie Turner, Ph.D., and Lead Marketing Liaison J’Arrian Wade about how this theatre company came about, and being co-creators of their premiere audio theatrical experience, HOMECOMING: A MEDITATION ON THE NATURAL WORLD
ABC Theatre Company is the new generation of theatre
Interview with Adelaida “Adi” Martínez, and Brittany Adriana Carrillo on the creation of ABC Theatre Company, their successful first production CARRIE: THE MUSICAL, and what the future holds.
SAFA'S STORY by Blindspot Collective goes virtual
"We believe this intensive creative process sparks empathy and equips them with what to do when faced with similar moments in their lives."Catherine Hannah Schrock, the Director of Community Development for Blindspot Collective, along with some teachers and performers, discuss the impact of SAFA'S STORY on students and how it was important for this program to continue in a virtual form
Callie Prendiville directs I AND YOU at MOXIE Theatre
"As we entered quarantine, suddenly this play about a girl stuck at home in her room unable to attend school in person seemed like an obvious choice."Interview with I AND YOU Director Callie Prendiville on what it’s like working on a theatrical piece that is being filmed, and why this play seems like such an obvious choice for the time of quarantine. I AND YOU is playing through March 28th
Hailey Mashburn talks about her work locally, & across the globe
“The world needs more engaging and thrilling plays with women at the helm and the heart of the narrative.” An interview with San Diego native playwright Hailey Mashburn on her inspiration and her work locally, online, and across the globe.
Patchwork Theatre's Almeda Fest
Interview with Patchwork Theatre Company founder Kian Kline-Chilton on the Almeda Fest and why they chose to have all proceeds go to support the San Diego Black LGBTQ Coalition. Almeda Fest is Feb 26th and 27th, 2021
BIPOC SUPPORT FOUNDATION & the arts
Interview with DeMilo Young, the founder and President of BIPOC Support Foundation on building a better future for BIPOC people and how theatre and the arts are a key component to that mission.
The Old Globe Summer Studio Programs open for application
Freedome Bradley-Ballentine & Vietca Do talk about adapting the THEATRE DESIGN STUDIO & 2021 PAM FARR SUMMER SHAKESPEARE STUDIO programs. The online programs are now open for applications from High School Students and recent Graduates!
Broadway San Diego Awards nominations are open!
The Broadway San Diego Awards nominations are now open! Broadway San Diego General Manager Vanessa Davis talks about how theatre arts educators can make nominations, revamping the Awards, & the importance of celebrating these talented performers!
KRISTINA WONG FOR PUBLIC OFFICE
Kristina Wong talks about creating her show, how Democracy is like a Chia pet, what she's learned making masks, and creating and putting on a show from her living room. KRISTINA WONG FOR PUBLIC OFFICE January 22 - 24th At San Diego Rep
MONUMENTAL HISTORY
Interview with James P. Darvas, the Executive Producer of OnStage Playhouse, on the world premiere of MONUMENTAL HISTORY, available January 8th through the 24th.
Patchwork Theatre Company interview
Interview with Patchwork Theatre Company founder Kian Kline-Chilton about creating the radio play WE WILL NOT DESCRIBE THE CONVERSATION in a pandemic, and how he hopes it inspires people.
Dear ONE: An interview with Josh Irving Gershick
"Then and now, all beings seek connection. And we do that with the media available to us." Interview with writer & director, Josh Irving Gershick about how the audiocast of DEAR ONE: LOVE & LONGING IN MID-CENTURY QUEER AMERICA for Diversionary Theatre came together.