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 the reactions of the kids in the audience watching Ariel (Diana Huey), Sebastian (Melvin Abston) and Scuttle (Jamie Torcellini) come to life, it’s going to make a big splash here in San Diego. The story
Theatre Review: ‘An American in Paris’
Lovely and wonderful are two words that can best describe the touring production of ‘An American in Paris’
Theatre Review: ‘The Bodyguard’ Starring Deborah Cox
As a showcase for Deborah Cox’s amazing voice, The Bodyguard is well worth a visit.
Review: A Delightful ‘Finding Neverland’
With outstanding performances, a beautiful set and lighting design, Finding Neverland should easily put a smile on your face.
Review: ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’ Starring Darren Criss and Lena Hall (Touring Production)
Criss is entirely captivating from beginning to end, and delivers a truly enjoyable show which the audience in his native San Francisco thoroughly enjoyed.
Fall in Love with ‘Love’s Labor’s Lost’ at the Old Globe
Nothing is more full of drama, grandiose and misbegotten plans, and over-the-top moments than youth.
Everything is Coming Up Rose in Cygnet’s ‘Gypsy’
Sometimes a Stage Mother is a magnificent sight to behold, like in the current production of GYPSY
Review: ‘Sense and Sensibility’ charms at The Old Globe
This gentle unfurling is tempered with the humor that comes from the misunderstandings and the comedy that comes from manners and busy body relatives.