THEATRE news, REVIEWs,
& interviews
Junior Theatre Auxiliary costume sale!
It is every theatre kid's favorite kind of event, and one where everyone can find something to love- it's the Junior Theatre Auxiliary costume sale! This event is on October 15th only, making it perfect timing for any theatres, aspiring performers, or people planning the perfect Halloween outfit!!
Director David Ellenstein on THE REMARKABLE MISTER HOLMES
THE REMARKABLE MISTER HOLMES director and co-writer David Ellenstein talks about working with his talented co-creators Omri Schein and Daniel Lincoln, and why they knew audiences would love a musical comedy about the world's greatest detective -playing July 20th - August 21st.
Interview with the creative team of WITNESSES
CCAE Theatricals brings the world premiere of their first original musical with WITNESSES to the California Center for the Arts, Escondido from July 15 - July 30th. The musical brings the voices of five Jewish teen diarists during the Holocaust to the stage to allow their stories to be told. Conceived by Jordan Beck, the Managing Producer of Theatrical Productions for CCAE, along with the show Director and CCAE's Artistic Director J. Scott Lapp talk about the process of bringing this piece to the stage, and what they hope audiences take away from WITNESSES.
Jonathan Sangster talks about writing "boy: a new musical"
Jonathan Sangster talks about writing "boy: a new musical" & the upcoming concert fundraiser happening this Monday, May 16th! This fundraiser will support this show's journey to NY & offers performances from some of their favorite San Diego and Broadway performers as well.
Amy Ashton talks about producing the WOW Festival
he sun is shining and it's the perfect time to go outdoors and see some theatre! The La Jolla Playhouse WOW Festival is back April 21- 24th at the Arts District in Liberty Station. WOW Festival producer Amy Ashton talks about the festival, what to expect from this year's shows, and what she hopes it inspires in people for the future.
Patrice Amon on creating ON HER SHOULDERS WE STAND
Writer and director Patrica Amon talks about creating the work, the importance of the audience connection, and her personal inspiration for the show ON HER SHOULDERS WE STAND from TuYou Theatre and Turnkey Theatre - playing at the Bread & Salt Gallery from February 11th - 26th.
Director and Co-Production Initatives now open at Coronado Playhouse
Are you a director or a theatre group looking for a theatre open to your submissions? Then Coronado Playhouse wants to hear from you! They are accepting submissions for their plays, musicals, cabarets, and concerts for their 2023 season are open through Saturday, February 12th.
John Bell brings the music of MY FAIR LADY to San Diego
MY FAIR LADY has one of the most iconic scores in musical theatre. When it comes to bringing that score to life, John Bell the musical director for the national tour is the man in charge of making sure that lush, gorgeous music sounds vibrant and expressive in every city they perform in. John Bell talks about what exactly his job entails, the magic of an orchestra, and his favorite musical moments of the show. MY FAIR LADY is playing at the San Diego Civic Theatre from November 30 -December 5th.
James P. Darvas talks THE DROWNING GIRLS
hat has opened to great reviews for cast and crew. Director James P. Darvas talks about how he came to choose this show, the creative joys, and the challenges of a show with subject matter fit for Halloween where the performers emerge from bathtubs and stay soaking wet for the entire show.
Rita Moreno
o has captured audiences attention since the moment she first graced the screen in her teens, and hasn’t stopped being a powerhouse since. The documentary RITA MORENO: JUST A GIRL WHO DECIDED TO GO FOR IT is a fascinating look at Moreno’s roller coaster life, including struggles with self-esteem, sexual assault, and abusive relationships, the movie offers a look what success and happiness look like after a tremendous seven decade career.
COCKTAILS WITH THE CANON
The Old Globe's new podcast COCKTAILS WITH THE CANON and its two fun, charismatic, and incredibly smart co-hosts Lamar Perry and Danielle Mages Amato are your new best theatre friends. I had a chance to chat with them both about this new podcast, the topics they cover, and why they wanted to create a podcast that invited imagination to collectively dream of what the future holds for American Theatre
Callie Prendiville directs I AND YOU at MOXIE Theatre
"As we entered quarantine, suddenly this play about a girl stuck at home in her room unable to attend school in person seemed like an obvious choice."Interview with I AND YOU Director Callie Prendiville on what it’s like working on a theatrical piece that is being filmed, and why this play seems like such an obvious choice for the time of quarantine. I AND YOU is playing through March 28th
Dear ONE: An interview with Josh Irving Gershick
"Then and now, all beings seek connection. And we do that with the media available to us." Interview with writer & director, Josh Irving Gershick about how the audiocast of DEAR ONE: LOVE & LONGING IN MID-CENTURY QUEER AMERICA for Diversionary Theatre came together.
Alexandra Schaller design a magical New York for "Little Voice"
Production Designer Alexandra Schaller talks about LITTLE VOICE at Apple TV 'It's a bit of gritty NY, real NY, and magical NY'
Roxane Carrasco on MARGIN OF ERROR
Interview with Roxanne Carrasco on her role in MARGIN OF ERROR from The Roustabouts Theatre Co, now streaming through August 23rd, 2020.
Behind the Scenes: Lisa Morris & Road Concierge makes the tours go 'round
Behind the Scenes: Interview with Lisa Morris of Road Concierge on how what they do makes the theatre tours go 'round .
DEAF BROADWAY
"Our hands were free for the first time and it was life-changing." an interview with Garrett Zuercher on how Deaf Broadway is changing theatrical accessibility