American Buffalo (Geffen Playhouse)

The timelessness of Mamet’s early work is evident in the current production of American Buffalo at Geffen Playhouse. This gritty three hander from the mid 70s still resonates today. ... Continue Reading →

ACCOMPLICE: SAN DIEGO – La Jolla Playhouse

This production has a very clever whodunit con game premise. It is part of the La Jolla Playhouse’s ambitious Without Walls series. Accomplice is evidence (pun intended) of a pleasing ... Continue Reading →

Great shows at LA Theaters: “Nuttin’ But Hutton,” “Walk Like A Man,” and “Odysseo” under the Big Top

  “Nuttin’ But Hutton” a Hollywood songfest Betty Hutton is best remembered for starring in “Annie Get Your Gun.” But if you think that’s all she ... Continue Reading →

The Underpants by Steve Martin Adapted from Carl Sternheim – North Coast Repertory Theatre

Opening their season with an updated farce was a fine idea. North Coast Rep has been quietly producing quality stage productions for over 30 years, unobtrusively tucked into a corner ... Continue Reading →

Legally Blonde at Barter Theatre

This fluffy story has travelled well, from its origins on screen to its successful run as a musical on Broadway and now assayed in myriad regional productions around the country. Barter ... Continue Reading →

Scintillating Sisters of Share

Hollywood Beat Scintillating Sisters of Share Remember when Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney got together in those old MGM musicals and decided to “put on a show” to raise money? This ... Continue Reading →
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Love Struck passionately celebrates the Three Roses Players

Love Struck passionately celebrates the Three Roses Players Nurturing new works for the theater is the goal of the Three Roses Players. That is something the acclaimed North Hollywood-based ... Continue Reading →
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“Peter and the Starcatcher” at Brooks Atkinson Theatre

Peter and the Starcatcher Brooks Atkinson Theatre This production is another happy example of regional theatre finding success on Broadway.  In this case, the La Jolla Playhouse ... Continue Reading →