THEATRE REVIEWS
80’s Revue Gets a New Home
The 1980s – the Reagan era with its personalities, politics, entertainment and pop culture – has always had a special place in the American psyche, and it has experienced a resurgence over the past few years. Its recent popularity has been driven, in part, by a combination of nostalgia and science fiction stories such as “Ready Player One” and Netflix’s “Stranger Things.”
Read MoreIn the Midst of Sylvan Balboa Park, the Old Globe’s ‘As You Like It’ Thrives
The Globe has pulled ‘As You Like It’ ahead into the 18th Century with nary a hitch in a lovely outdoor production nicely staged by Jessica Stone and dressed by a gang of outdoor formalists.
Read MoreMoonlight’s Season 39 Opener Almost Dwarfed by Season 40 Announcement
Moonlight Stage Productions opening of its 39th Season featured a production of The Producers. The solid production was almost overshadowed, though, by the simultaneous announcement of the company’s 40th season…
Read MoreReturning Artists Present Fringe Entertainment
Two companies that have put on shows at the San Diego International Fringe Festival in the past have returned this year, both with short productions that offer satisfying experiences.
Read MoreBig Year for the Fringe Festival
This is a new period in the history of the San Diego International Fringe Festival. Following a few years of primarily being held in downtown San Diego, the event has mostly moved to Balboa Park (with a few shows in venues around the county) in this, its seventh, year.
Read MoreTodd Blakesley Sighs Over Trump Voter in Fringe Show at Balboa Park
Todd Blakesley Rules. He’s back for the 2019 San Diego Fringe Festival with a gentle look at the fate of a Trump voter and, though the Fringe’s movement to Balboa Park has caused some confusion, he’s worth it.
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