THEATRE REVIEWS
‘Motown’ Has the Horses, But Story Is Sitting in the Barn
‘Motown the Musical,’ Berry Gordy’s look at the rise of his colossal music empire, makes for a fairly decent concert. The Broadway San Diego entry, however, is far from the monument to history it requires.
Read MoreSongwriting 101 With Irving Berlin
Irving Berlin may be best known for songs such as “God Bless America” and “White Christmas,” but a much longer list is required to credit him with every wonderful melody he wrote. During his long life, Berlin composed about 1,500 tunes.
Read MoreChristmas Style Improv
North Coast Repertory Theatre, to celebrate the Christmas season, is presenting several holiday-themed events throughout December. Kicking things off this month is Impro Theatre’s tribute to Charles Dickens, Dickens UnScripted.
Read MoreEscaping From the Horrors of Humanity
The last six years have seen several acclaimed interpretations of Cabaret in San Diego County. Timeless subject matter, edgy content and unforgettable songs are just a few of the reasons why the 1966 musical continues to be staged often.
Read MoreKeeping the Halloween Spirit Alive
Nothing says holiday-season counter-programming like having a Halloween musical in December. October 31 plays a very important role throughout Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company’s world premiere of Tarrytown.
Read MoreHistory Gets Short Shrift, But ‘Black Pearl Sings!’ Radiates Great Chemistry
Authentic history is sustained by its wealth of anecdotes. Copies of authentic history are sustained by nothing. That said, some very nice production values sustain San Diego Repertory Theatre’s ‘Black Pearl Sings!’ regardless.
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