A Fabulous Farce Inspired by Ancient Rome at North Coast Rep
The term “slapstick” may have its origins in the 16th century, but farces go back…
‘Mamma Mia!’ Whatta Production! The Disco Classic Is Superb at Moonlight Stage
It all depends on how you feel about ABBA (the Swedish pop group), or jukebox…
Take a Roof-Rattlin’ Lesson from ‘School of Rock’ at The Civic Theatre
The references appeal to the Boomers (Stevie Nicks, Black Sabbath, Mama Cass, AC/DC). The kids…
A Marvelously Unique Musical: ‘Once’ at Lamb’s Players Theatre
Once upon a time, there was a low-budget indie movie shot in Ireland in less…
A Gut-Wrenching, Heartbreaking Mental Illness Musical: ‘Next to Normal’
Lots of families are unhappy and dysfunctional. And many have trouble communicating. But the Goodmans…
Orange Juice, Activists, Pie and The Ultimate Loneliness of Anita Bryant
Sometimes, loneliness is self-imposed. Consider Anita Bryant, the centerpiece of the world premiere musical at…
Back to Psychedelic ’60s with The Singing Rabbi of ‘Soul Doctor’ at Lyceum
The free-form, anarchic abandon of “Hair” and “Rent,” mixed with the father/son generational angst of…
The Phantom Is Back: ‘Love Never Dies’ at The Civic Theatre
The mask remains, but The Phantom himself has re-located — to Coney Island (what a…
San Diego Weekend: March 23-25
This weekend is the first weekend of spring. Here’s how to make the most of…
San Diego Musical Theatre Doubles Down on ‘The Full Monty’
Consider it an anniversary celebration. In 2007, San Diego Musical Theatre was launched with a…
Broadway’s Acclaimed ‘Hamilton’ Opens at Civic Theatre for 28-Show Run
A touring production of the acclaimed Broadway musical “Hamilton” opens at the San Diego Civic…
Lottery Opens for $10 ‘Hamilton’ Tickets at Civic Theatre
The producer of “Hamilton” announced Tuesday the availability of $10 lottery tickets to see the…
Lamb’s Players New ‘Festival of Christmas’ Is a Joyful Noise
Somewhere in the 40th annual “Festival of Christmas” at Lamb’s Players Theatre, there’s a story.…
Another Local Premiere for San Diego: ‘A Christmas Story’ at Pickwick Players
It’s really cool when small theaters premiere a show before any of the Big Boys.…
