Theater Review: ‘Dear Evan Hansen’
It’s an emotional show and most will walk away relating to one of the characters. It’s an ‘of the moment’ musical and it’s one that you shouldn’t miss.
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Theater Review: Blue Man Group is ‘Speechless’
The Blue Man Group played to a packed crowd on the recent visit to the Civic Theatre. And they’re touring show, Speechless, did not disappoint.
Theatre Review: ‘Anastasia’
The performances, however, won’t be the only thing you’ll be talking about after the show. The physical set, which is basically just an arch, is benefited by multiple on-stage projections
Theatre Review: ‘Fiddler on the Roof’
Fiddler on the Roof, one of the greatest musical ever written, has come to town and it’s definitely worth checking out.
Theatre Review: ‘Charlie & The Chocolate Factory’
Bring the kids because they’ll love the show! But just be sure to have a bag of Everlasting Gobstoppers for the drive home.
Theatre Review: ‘Cats’
‘Cats’, which is now on tour, has some terrific musical numbers and an outstanding performance by Keri Rene Fuller, who plays Grizabella.
Theatre Review: Betty Buckley in ‘Hello, Dolly!’
When Buckley descends the staircase for Hello, Dolly!, it’s a nice moment, combining musical theatre royalty with one of the classic musical theatre songs.
Theatre Review: ‘Waitress’
Each number is better than the next and really, the songs by Sara Barielles are the true star of the show.
Theatre Review: After 15 Years, ‘Wicked’ Still Defies Gravity
Wicked, which had its Broadway premiere 15 years ago this week, is showing no signs of age. In fact, it feels even more relevant than ever.
Theatre Review: ‘Beautiful, The Carole King Musical’
Beautiful, The Carole King Musical is one of those rare shows where every single thing has come together perfectly.
Theater Review: La Jolla Playhouse’s ‘Seize the King’ Brings Richard III Into the Modern Age
The show is moved to a sharp and modern setting, proving that man’s ambitions remain the same no matter their era or location.
Theater Review: ‘Much Ado’ at The Old Globe: Everyone is a Fool for Love
Kathleen Marshall’s version of ‘Much Ado’ is a funny, gorgeous, and emotionally resonant production.
Review: ‘Barefoot in the Park’ at the Old Globe Proves Opposites Attract
The show is a charming homage to those first heady days of marriage, and what happens when reality starts to settle in.
Theatre Review: ‘On Your Feet!’, the Emilio and Gloria Estefan Broadway Musical
Whether you’re young or old, the rhythm is definitely going to get you by the end of On Your Feet!, The Emilio and Gloria Estefan Broadway Musical that just arrived at the Civic Theater.
Theatre Review: ‘The King and I’
When Shadow and LLana are together, they make quite a pair. Especially during smile-inducing number, ‘Shall We Dance?’
Theatre Review: ‘School of Rock’
The cast of kids are the the reason you’ll enjoy the show. Each one is as talented – and funny – as the next
Theatre Review: Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s ‘Love Never Dies’
True fans of the original will no doubt enjoy finding what has happened to their beloved characters but casual fans may be a bit disappointed.
Theatre Review: ‘Hamilton’ at San Diego Civic Theatre
If you’re wondering whether or not Hamilton lives up to its hype, worry no more. It does. It absolutely does.
Theater Review: ‘Disney’s The Little Mermaid’
Disney’s The Little Mermaid is docked at the Civic Theater this week and judging from…
Theatre Review: ‘An American in Paris’
Lovely and wonderful are two words that can best describe the touring production of ‘An American in Paris’
