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SCOTT ROBBINS AND THE TRAVELING SHOW
Playwright and composer Tyler Tafolla brings his new musical comedy SCOTT ROBBINS AND THE TRAVELING SHOW as a guest production at Diversionary Theatre Friday, November 11th, and Saturday, November 12th only. Tafolla talks about creating the piece, his inspiration , and the hope that this new musical promises to bring a sense of wonder and inspire performers and audience members alike to believe in the magic of theatre.
INTO THE BREECHES
Behind-the-scenes antics, a play within a play, and costumed comedy are well loved because they work, and INTO THE BREECHES! combines them in wartime for a fun night at the theatre. INTO THE BREECHES! is playing at North Coast Repertory Theatre through November 13th.
FIRST DATE
What is funny, with a charming and talented cast, and has many moments that will make you laugh? The musical FIRST DATE now playing at OnStage Playhouse through November 6th.
Interview: Playwright Nathan Englander
It would be easy to wonder about the person who can write a show as funny, heartfelt, insightful, and contemplative as WHAT WE TALK ABOUT WHEN WE TALK ABOUT ANNE FRANK. Yet when speaking with playwright Nathan Englander it becomes clear that the humor, the nimble turn of phrase and topic, and then somehow turning back to come together at the end is exactly how his mind works. Englander talks about his process of turning his short story of the same name into the quick-witted comedy now playing at The Old Globe through October 23rd.
ALWAYS A BANANA, NEVER THE BRIDE
You may watch a show and root for the leads to get their heart's desire, but the audience always walks away laughing at the memorable supporting characters. Taking this as inspiration Alyssa Anne Austin created her one-woman show ALWAYS A BANANA, NEVER THE BRIDE: AN ODE TO BROADWAY'S: "LESSER LADIES" which is playing at the OB Playhouse from October 22 - 24th.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is an audience favorite any time of year, but San Diego Musical Theatre has brought it back just in time for a killer, man-eating plant to fit right in for the spooky month of October.
Junior Theatre Auxiliary costume sale!
It is every theatre kid's favorite kind of event, and one where everyone can find something to love- it's the Junior Theatre Auxiliary costume sale! This event is on October 15th only, making it perfect timing for any theatres, aspiring performers, or people planning the perfect Halloween outfit!!
KRISTINA WONG, SWEATSHOP OVERLORD
KRISTINA WONG, SWEATSHOP OVERLORD, playing at La Jolla Playhouse through October 16th performance artist Kristina Wong gives a funny, sweet, and bittersweet journey of how one woman accidentally became a mask sewing overlord from behind her Hello Kitty sewing machine. It's the comedic rundown of the pandemic that you didn’t know you needed.
AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'
AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ is a fun musical visit to the age of the Harlem Renaissance and a tribute to the music of Fats Waller. By the end of the show, the joint is definitely jumpin'.
DIDO AND AENEAS
The opera DIDO AND AENEAS may clock in under an hour, but this production by Bodhi Tree Concerts is a delightful evening spent at a theatre. Performances are only this weekend through Sunday, September 25th so don’t delay!
KINKY BOOTS
Like Cinderella, KINKY BOOTS the musical playing at Moonlight through October 1st knows that a good pair of shoes can change your life. This high-energy and heartwarming musical brings plenty of laughs and may have you shopping for some new shoes by the end.
WHAT WE TALK ABOUT WHEN WE TALK ABOUT ANNE FRANK
WHAT WE TALK ABOUT WHEN WE TALK ABOUT ANNE FRANK is a clever, fast-paced, and thought-provoking comedy that asks as many questions as it provides laughs and is playing at The Old Globe through October 23rd.
Director Vanessa Dinning on DIDO AND AENEAS
Stage Director Vanessa Dinning talks about bringing DIDO AND AENEAS to life for three performances only on September 23rd, 24th, and 25th from Bodhi Tree Concerts.
COME FALL IN LOVE - THE DDLJ MUSICAL
The Old Globe invites you to COME FALL IN LOVE - THE DDLJ MUSICAL, their new musical adaption that has a charismatic cast, and is genuinely funny, with staging, costumes, and choreography that bring cinematic Bollywood to life on the Old Globe stage. COME FALL IN LOVE is playing at The Old Globe through October 16th.
FANDANGO FOR BUTTERFLIES (AND COYOTES)
FANDANGO FOR BUTTERFLIES (AND COYOTES) inspired by real-life stories brings empathy, hope, and heartache to the La Jolla Playhouse stage through September 25th.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS
STEEL MAGNOLIAS now playing through September 17th from Backyard Renaissance at the 10th Ave Arts Center is hilarious and emotional as it celebrates the unique bond of female friendship through the years.
THE PLEASURE TRIALS
THE PLEASURE TRIALS by Sarah Saltwick is now playing a MOXIE Theatre through September 11th and ponders “What does a woman really want?” is playing through September 11th
Tony Freeman talks about 22 years of iconic characters in THE LION KING
Tony Freeman, who has performed in various roles in THE LION KING for 22 years talks about bringing Timon to life on the national tour now playing at Broadway San Diego through September 11th.
RAGTIME
RAGTIME at Moonlight Theatre offers gorgeous vocals, an epic 38-member cast, and a 25-piece orchestra for the audience to enjoy. This acclaimed musical is playing through September 3rd at the Moonlight Amphitheatre.
THE WIZ
Teatro San Diego brought its second live theatre performance to stage this past weekend with THE WIZ. The ambitious musical featured a talented cast with impressive vocals and showcased the vision and promise of this burgeoning theatre company.