Anita W. Harris – LA Theatrix The play is nonetheless extremely compelling due to the power of its story and the energy of the actors conveying it, fluidly directed by Michael A. Shepperd. Illuminating history in this visceral way brings it to life and makes it unforgettable, making “The Double V” must-see theatre. Read more… … Read more
Jonas Schwartz – Theatermania Ultimately, this comedy is not up to par with the Old Globe’s usual standards — a work that’s already on the regional track but doesn’t add much to a season’s lineup. It’s unclear what was afoot in choosing this unremarkable play. Read more…
Jonas Schwartz – Theatermania Get down to San Diego for this extravaganza at La Jolla Playhouse. Sasha Velour is THE artist amongst artists. Read more…
Tracey Paleo – Gia On The Move HAPPY FALL: A Queer Stunt Spectacular is definitely all about “the fall”. Based on true-life stories and direct testimonies, it illuminates issues of racial and cultural identity in the Hollywood film industry. Read more…
Anita W. Harris – LA Theatrix “The Brothers Size” is ultimately the mesmerizing story of two very different brothers, each learning to make space for the other in a world that threatens to crowd in on their love, despite – or perhaps because of – their protective circle. Read more… F. Kathleen Foley – Stage … Read more
Terry Morgan – Stage Raw Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, first produced in 1938, has always been a popular play, from frequent star-studded revivals (featuring the likes of Paul Newman, Michael Shannon, Spalding Gray, Margaret Hamilton and Henry Fonda) to ubiquitous community theater and high school productions. It’s been adapted into radio, film, ballet and musical … Read more
Travis Michael Holder – TicketHoldersLA The truth is—and it has always been so—that art heals. From the ancient days of Greek drama, when a shrewdly disguised political message is slyly presented through the lens of outrageous comedy, it is a feat to be admired. Read more… Terry Morgan – ArtsBeatLA In my fifty-seven years of … Read more
Don Shirley – Angeles Stage Tartuffe: Born Again, Wendy’s Peter Pan, Winter’s Tale’ ‘As You Like it’ are the alfresco shows also includes ‘Keely and Du.’ ‘Dido in Idaho.’ Tom Jacobson’s ‘Crevasse’ and ‘Bauhaus Project’. Felder’s ‘Rachmaninoff and the Tsar’. Plus a brief mention of ’39 Steps’. Read more…
Travis Michael Holder – TicketHoldersLA Hershey Felder’s lyrical and painstakingly researched script is a most arresting part of this world premiere but as usual, magic happens when the master turns to the piano and in detail identifies familiar moments in the great composer’s work that inspired his dulcet, hypnotic compositions that remain timeless contributions to … Read more
F. Kathleen Foley – Stage Raw Despite the limitations of the production, it’s still great fun to ferret out the undercurrents in this timely play — a reminder that Ionesco’s enduring reputation as a theatrical provocateur is well-warranted. Read more…