Posts by David Dixon
Retro 60s Fun in New Village Arts’ ‘Beehive’
So much change can occur during a decade, that the world appears very different, by the time the ten years elapse. And that kind of change is fully on display at New Village Arts Theatre’s uplifting production of Beehive: The 60’s Musical.
Read MorePrivate Equity Makes for a Thrilling Story in Backyard Renaissance’s ‘Dry Powder’
It must be difficult to create a story out of subject matter that many audience members might not fully understand. However, Backyard Renaissance’s wonderful production of the comedy-drama, Dry Powder, accomplishes this by making the world of private equity compelling.
Read MoreNorth Coast Rep’s ‘Trying’ Humanizes a Famous Judge
A timeless piece of advice for storytellers is “write what you know.” That legendary quote is evident in Joanna McClelland Glass’ script to the drama presented by North Coast Repertory Theatre, Trying.
Read MoreEmotions of Moxie’s Bittersweet ‘I and You’ Ring True
High school can be a difficult time for teenagers. Though some look back at those years as their glory days, others feel quite differently.
Read MoreA Successful Version of ‘Christmas Carol’ from Cygnet
Cygnet Theatre is trying something a little different for the holidays this year. After several prior theatrical adaptations of “A Christmas Carol” focusing on ensemble casts, including a radio play version and a musical, the company is now presenting a solo video interpretation.
Read MoreOutstanding Adaptation of Iliad Leaves an Impact
Most of the December virtual theatre offerings from local companies are dedicated to celebrating Christmas. However, an outstanding alternative theatrical piece is North Coast Repertory Theatre’s video production of An Iliad.
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