Richard Nixon – San Diego Story

‘Nixon in China’ a Glorious Season Finale for San Diego Opera

By Ken Herman | March 15, 2015 |

When composer John Adams chalked up the global success of his first opera ‘Nixon in China’ to beginner’s luck, it was easy to perceive his puckish humor taking charge. But mere luck clearly did not bring about the triumph of San Diego Opera’s extraordinary production of ‘Nixon in China’ that opened Saturday (March 14) at Civic Theatre . . .

Rep’s ’60s Anthem ‘Steal Heaven’ Rings True

By Martin Jones Westlin | January 15, 2015 |

If you remember the 1960s (some of us don’t, after all), you’ll remember Abbie Hoffman, a leader in counterculture thought — and with its world-premiere ‘Steal Heaven,’ San Diego Repertory Theatre has not only drawn a good bead on Hoffman but the importance of dissension’s very place in the American experience.