THEATRE REVIEWS
Come to the Cabaret in Escondido
Two years ago, the Welk Resort Theatre produced a hit staging of composer John Kander and lyricist Fred Ebb’s musical, Chicago. So of course it makes total sense that the director/choreographer of that version, Ray Limon, would now tackle one of Kander and Ebb’s other dark classics, Cabaret.
Read MoreHannibal Kills With Laughter
Parodies are hard to master, especially when it comes to film and theatre. There are popular big screen comedies and live productions that pay tribute to particular genres.
Read MoreNorth Coast’s Latest Entry Is Necessarily Funny
Farce is a major driver within the theatrical literature, and for better or worse, it’s been that way for centuries. North Coast Repertory Theatre is mounting yet another one, called ‘Unnecessary Farce’ — and its culture of ensemble makes a decided argument in the genre’s favor.
Read More‘Uncanny Valley’ at the REP: Neither Frankenstein Nor R2D2
Mostly, Thomas Gibbons’ engaging new play is concerned with relationships, both professional and personal, and how human-machine relationships might be possible…
Read MoreDebate of the Titans
Sigmund Freud and C.S. Lewis get into a lengthy discussion about whether religion helps or harms society.
Read MoreTalented ‘Flies’ Cast Shipwrecked in New Village Arts’ Production
It’s a shame that a talented cast is wasted in a production that only scratches the surface…
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