Posts by Janice Steinberg
Jaw-Droppingly Good: “Victor Charlie” at San Diego International Fringe Festival
I’m betting that when “Victor Charlie” is a hit in a major theater, anyone who caught it at the Fringe is going to brag about seeing the world premiere in the Spreckels Theatre Raw space. By the way, the space is indeed raw, with paint peeling from the walls … and there may never be a more perfect venue for this show about a 1960s-era soldier than this former USO center.
Read MoreSmart Choreography Makes “Red Shoes Revamped” a San Diego Fringe Must-See
Dance reviews from the opening of the San Diego Fringe Festival. “The Red Shoes Revamped” is a must-see, and not just to catch David Wornovitzky in a blond wig and red frock.
Read MoreKate Lounsbury (August 9, 1955-October 26, 2013)
Just added a wonderful reminiscence by Seattle dancer Deborah Birrane to the article about Kate Lounsbury, who died in Seattle last fall. This tribute to Kate, a dancer who was fierce and articulate, delicate but with tensile strength, includes beautiful photos and loving comments from friends in the San Diego and Seattle dance communities.
Read MoreIMAGOmoves’ “Mapping Games” Puts New Venue on the Map
One of the pleasures of IMAGOmoves’ performance was the venue, the Encinitas Community Library. Another was Yolande Snaith’s solo, in which she conjured sculpture and music with gorgeous hand gestures. The rest of this dance, however, could have used a stronger authorial hand …
Read MoreAna da Costa Ravishing in City Ballet of San Diego’s “Swan Lake”
There are live dogs onstage in City Ballet of San Diego’s production of Act II of “Swan Lake,” and a live swan, as well – or, as close to a swan as a human dancer can be. Ana da Costa, a Brazilian ballerina new to the company this season, is a stunningly swanlike Odette, with a ridiculously mobile back,
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Ellen Siegel (July 5, 1934-February 12, 2014)
Ellen Siegel’s daughter, Anny, and friends in the San Diego dance world remember this stunning artist of dance and life who passed away in February. Ellen started her career as a soloist with the Martha Graham Company – you should see the photos … JUST ADDED: Pat Sandback’s wonderful memories of the Big Ladies Small Dance Company and of going with Ellen to spend a weekend at Paul Taylor’s.
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