Posts by David Dixon
Murder Runs in the Family
In the last few years, Vista’s Broadway Theater co-owner Randall Hickman, directed several light comedies and musicals including Spamalot and The Odd Couple. However, his Premiere Productions interpretation of Arsenic and Old Lace features darker laughs than those recent shows.
Read MoreFalling in Love During World War II
For summer 2016, the San Diego theatre company, Different Stages, selected two comedies that incorporate humor and pathos. Earlier this season at Lamplighter’s Community Theatre, Jerry Pilato directed a friendship dramedy, The Dixie Swim Club.
Read MoreJazz Music From a Groundbreaking Artist
North Coast Repertory Theatre has produced several revues in the last few years. Side by Side by Sondheim and Words by: Ira Gershwin and the Great American Songbook honor timeless musical artists.
Read MoreBlurring the Line Between Theatre and History
Having the local premiere of The Twentieth-Century Way produced around the time of the San Diego LGBT Pride Parade and Festival makes perfect sense. Ion Theatre’s Off-the-Radar rendition is evidence of how much the laws on homosexuality changed since 1914.
Read MoreRelationship Comedies in University Heights
2016 is the first year that the Diversionary Theatre has taken part in the San Diego Fringe Festival. Several ensemble comedies are playing throughout the weekend at the Blackbox Theatre.
Read MoreExamining Real World Events at the Fringe
Theatre can be used as an escape from everyday life. However, many shows at the 2016 San Diego International Fringe Festival comment on issues from the 21st century and past historical events.
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