5/18/22 5/18/22

"boy: a new musical" premieres with a concert fundraiser

“boy: a new musical” made it's stage debut in a concert fundraiser at SDMT stage on Monday, May 16th. “boy: a new musical” is still in the development stage, and the concert was a fundraiser to help them continue to work on the show and present it to industry professionals in New York.

11/9/21 11/9/21

Bernadette Sefic talks about HENRY IV at The Old Globe

Bernadette Sefic makes their program performance debut in HENRY IV as Falstaff with a new approach to an established character. Safic talks about the approach to the show, their character, and why Shakespeare is eternally adaptable and relevant. The Old Globe and USD Shiley Graduate Theatre Program production of HENRY IV is playing November 12th - 19th.

10/1/21 10/1/21

Andrew Polec on winning the 23rd Annual Lotte Lenya Competition

October 3rd. He also is this year's winner of The Kurt Weill Foundation for Music's 23rd Annual Lotte Lenya Competition. Polec talks about the competition, how he composed his pieces, and what he loves about performing HAIR.

8/3/21 8/3/21

SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD

Teatro San Diego debuts their inaugural show, SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD streaming August 5th - 15th. Staying true to their founding mission of a more accurate representation on stage of what is happening in the world, this show connects these characters and songs through the unique and timely perspective of current events. The cast of this show talk about their characters and their favorite moments working together

7/13/21 7/13/21

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.

6/16/21 6/16/21

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.”

4/19/21 4/19/21

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

4/14/21 4/14/21

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.

3/15/21 3/15/21

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

3/1/21 3/1/21

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.

2/27/21 2/27/21

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

2/22/21 2/22/21

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!

2/17/21 2/17/21

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!

12/15/20 12/15/20

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.