Review: Double tragedy in compelling ‘Parade’
In addition to the talent on stage, the material works because it is honest. There are no black and whites, and certainly no triumphant HAIR-like,…
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Broadway smash hit ‘West Side Story’ coming to San Jose
The Bernstein and Sondheim score is considered to be one of Broadway’s finest and features such classics of the American musical theatre as “Something’s Coming,”…
List of celebs attending the Napa Valley Film Festival
Dane Cook, Judy Greer, Kevin Farley, James Cromwell, Ron Eldard, Adrian Grenier, Freddy Rogriguez and Naya Rivera among those scheduled to attend.
How to Escape a Cult: Elizabeth Olsen, ‘Martha Marcy May Marlene’
Thanks to Sean Durkin's mesmerizing direction and fascinating cinematography, this independent film is a unique, stubborn, and ultimately memorable film-going experience.
Nothing Youthful About It: SFSYO rocks Davies Symphony Hall
As performed by the SFSYO, this first movement is pure gold, especially the end that fakes you out – much like a contemporary vocalist –…
Why is a raven like a writing desk?
Warning: Poe humor ahead.
Guide to the Napa Valley Film Festival
The Decendants has the honor of opening the festival. Nothing like a little taste of Hollywood... the film stars Academy Award-winner George Clooney as a…
Theater Review: ‘Oh, Kay!’ – Prohibition was anything but sober
...perhaps the most apt, figurative description one can give this delightful production would be that it makes one feel as if one has been invited…
Review: Disneyland unplugged in ‘Working for the Mouse’
"Parents, if you love your children, do not take them backstage at Disneyland." - A wise man.
Drama about Julia Morgan returns to Berkeley City Club Dec 2-Jan 8
The play illuminates a tenacious will to succeed in a man’s world. It shines a light on Morgan’s bravery, fears, eccentricities, generosity and dedication to…