THEATRE REVIEWS
Heated Debates Spark Discussion
A universal truth is that sensitive topics cause heated exchanges. Moxie Theatre’s production of The Niceties, available to stream on Zoom, features two women from different generations, who argue about race and other issues that have been in the news lately.
Read MoreRelevant Conversations in a Captivating Drama
The 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, and the notable author, social reformer and abolitionist, Frederick Douglass, are often acknowledged as being two of the most influential men of the Civil War. While Lincoln continues to be respected for his actions against slavery, Douglass is not referenced nearly as much.
Read MoreSan Diego Theatres Continue to Cope During the Pandemic – Here’s an Update as the ‘Fall Season’ Begins
As what would have been the fall season comes upon us, the local companies are keeping up their work…
Read MoreA Bold Diversionary Musical Returns
Many shows that have premiered at The Old Globe and La Jolla Playhouse ended up thriving outside of San Diego. That being said, it is really impressive when new work, from smaller regional theatres, finds life in other parts of the country.
Read MoreHumorous Empathy from North Coast Rep
Before North Coast Repertory Theatre’s Zoom video production of Human Error begins, Artistic Director David Ellenstein states in his introduction that the West Coast Premiere is a “timely” one. As audiences spend time with the main characters, it becomes clear why Ellenstein used that word.
Read MoreThe Funny Mind of Herbert Siguenza
With so much real life tragedy happening in the world right now, it is nice that artists can still create content that makes us laugh. Herbert Siguenza is spending a lot of this year doing just that.
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