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Bach Collegium San Diego’s ‘Messiah’–the One We’ve Been Waiting For
The Bach Collegium San Diego gave its annual ‘Messiah’ performances in three San Diego County locations this weekend–read SanDiegoStory’s review of the final presentation on Monday, December 19, at the First Presbyterian Church of San Diego . . .
Read MoreCity Ballet’s Lovely “Nutcracker” Makes Me Want More
City Ballet’s superb “Nutcracker” features bravura dancing by the principals, sets and costumes created with loving detail, and a decent orchestra. But, having watched this company progress one small step at a time, I’m eager to see it make a grand jeté to the next level.
Read MoreEnsemble Culture Is King in SDMT’s Great ’34th Street’
There are many, many forces at work out there, and that’s never more apparent than during the holiday season. San Diego Musical Theatre has copped the clue — and its excellent ‘Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play’ justifies our inclination toward belief in the unseen.
Read MoreShouting Boo! for ‘A Snow White Christmas’
The title is misleading. “Snow White Christmas” isn’t artful or pretty, and aside from recorded holiday songs during the intermission, it’s not a Christmas show. Go ahead, boo and heckle all you want, because this Panto…
Read MoreLack of Ensemble, Vision Hobble NVA’s ‘Radio Hour’
In December of 1942, the country was a year into its effort to help save the world from subjugation. Arguably, holiday radio specials reflected such an environment — but if it wants to act accordingly, New Village Arts’ ‘The 1940s Radio Hour’ needs a lot of fuel.
Read MoreA Wedding Speech for the Ages
Many people have suffered through long, tedious and not very memorable toasts at numerous weddings. Very few, however, can say they have listened to an 80-minute speech during such an occasion.
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