Posts by David Dixon
Moxie’s ‘Notes on Killing…’ Intelligently Explores Colonialism and Gender
A controversial U.S. federal law involving the relationship between the United States and Puerto Rico is PROMESA, which stands for the Puerto Rican Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act. Enacted in 2016, the law was created “to monitor Puerto Rico’s spending and oversee debt restructuring.”
Read MoreStrong Family Time in The Old Globe’s Funny and Emotional ‘Stir’
Losing a family member is often difficult to process. Some are open about their grief, while others try to move on as soon as possible from the tragic events.
Read MoreComical Thrills from New Village Arts Theatre
Alfred Hitchcock is often considered the “master of suspense.” In addition to thrills, his movies are often full of unexpected humor to balance out tension.
Read MoreAn Intense World Premiere Drama from North Coast Repertory Theatre
It is hard to humanize people who commit horrible acts of evil. The intense world premiere of Sense of Decency, from North Coast Repertory Theatre, is an unsettling experience as audiences learn about the life of the notorious Reichmarschall Hermann Göring (Frank Corrado).
Read MoreA Low-Key Charmer from Lamb’s Players Theatre
Some of the best family shows encourage people to learn more about the world around them. The great new musical at Lamb’s Players Theatre, The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate, is full of positive messages about nonconformity and the wonders of nature and science.
Read MoreThe Roustabouts’ ‘Hand to God’ Humorously Explores Edgy Material
You might not expect a plot about people dealing with sinful actions, religious issues, and grief to be focused on a teenager and a profane puppet. However, that is part of the appeal of the Tony-nominated comedy, Hand to God.
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