Posts Tagged ‘Spreckels Theatre’
Blythe Barton Dance in-the-ROUND and More…
“Seating-in-the-round provides a unique opportunity to view choreography in three dimensions. Dancers swoop, glide, and flutter within inches of the audience…
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 MoreFierce, Musically Driven Twyla Tharp Dance Comes to Spreckels
“As dancers, we make it all look easy and comfortable. It’s beautiful, athletic illusion…
Read MoreConfronting Social Injustice in Big, Eloquent ‘Ragtime’
Performances are ferocious in this potent musical…
Read MoreRemembering Geoffrey Shlaes, Spreckels Theatre Director
His position with the Spreckels Theatre continued a family legacy as the third generation to operate the historic venue.
Read MoreExpect the Unexpected in ‘MOMIX – Alchemia’
“There is magic in Alchemia, and optical confusion and strangeness. The logic is the musical flow and dynamic of imagery that is coming before you. With MOMIX you should expect the unexpected…
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