Posts by David Dixon
High-Spirited Celebration of the 60’s at Lamb’s Players Theatre
An important decade for music, the 1960’s, featured iconic and revolutionary female singers and musicians. Many of these famous celebrities are paid tribute to in Lamb’s Players Theatre’s terrific world premiere, R-E-S-P-E-C-T.
Read MoreLoud Fridge Presents a Stellar Dark Drama
In 2019, Loud Fridge Theatre Group presented a compelling drama at the Tenth Avenue Arts Center’s Forum Stage, Straight. While the company put on several events and shows since then, there hasn’t been a full season from the organization, due to the global pandemic.
Read MoreLa Jolla Playhouse’s ‘As You Like It’ Celebrates Joy
A good amount of shows from the La Jolla Playhouse this year, including Bhangin’ It, Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord and Fandango for Butterflies (and Coyotes) focused on optimistic stories with messages about positive relationships. The company, in association with Diversionary Theatre, is ending 2022 with a great production of another narrative involving life-changing bonds between people, William Shakespeare’s comedy, As You Like It.
Read MoreAwkward First Impressions in Onstage’s Hilarious ‘First Date’
October might seem like an unusual time for Onstage Playhouse to present the frequently funny romantic musical comedy, First Date. However, staging the show around Halloween actually makes sense since the dating experience can be scary and stress-inducing.
Read MoreMusic and Empathy Drive La Jolla Playhouse’s Beautiful ‘Fandango…’
The immigrant experience continues to be difficult for many people living in the United States. However, both the joys and struggles of Latin American immigrants are explored in La Jolla Playhouse and the End Garde Arts fantastic production of the play with music, Fandango for Butterflies (and Coyotes).
Read MoreMoonlight’s Powerful ‘Ragtime’ Explores America
One of the major reasons why the 1998 epic, Ragtime, continues to be produced around the world, is because it is a relevant American story. Many of the themes involving racism, immigration and generational conflicts are topics that strike a chord with modern audiences.
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