Posts by Kris Eitland
Old Globe’s ‘Bright Star’ Sings of Secrets & Forgiveness
Even if you don’t have an ear for distinct bluegrass rhythms or songs about suffering, heartache, and heaven, deep tones in the music prelude will cut into your bones and skin. With all its predictability and symbolism, Bright Star remains as rewarding and bitter sweet as a dark molasses pie, with delicious characters and two stories that unfold over two decades in Ashville, North Carolina.
Read MoreTrolley Dances 16: A Marvel of Artistry and Logistics
There is great pleasure in watching dance where it’s not supposed to be, and watching bystanders respond, or trying to ignore the action. There’s a sense of rebellion and breaking the rules…
Read MoreTapping the Speakeasy Allure with ‘Cherries Jubilee’
She impressed most with her mastery of intricate improvisations, part dancer, part drummer, with shuffles out front, clicks of her toes together, and complex heel rolls. She played with over-the-tops, a leap over the airborne leg…
Read MoreMoonlight’s ‘Catch Me’ is Criminally Fun
Young Frank Abagnale tells his story of deception and family dysfunction with the glitz of a 1960s TV variety show. Loaded with satire and flashy dance numbers, ‘Catch Me if You Can’ is criminally fun, and the portrait of an elusive con artist is true.
Read MoreYour Guide to Dance in Sept. & Oct.
Dance kicks into high gear in September and October with performances along the trolley tracks, Dance Place, White Box, Balboa Park, and Civic Theatre. Some of them are FREE if you..
Read MoreDangerous Dance, Spoken Word in ‘Damaged Goods’
While he describes psychotherapy with his shrink, dancers become coat racks and furniture. Without a hitch, he flings his coat onto their heads and fingers and sputters about his guilt for surviving…
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