reviews
Ten decades, ten actors, ten sexual encounters in “Hello Again”
May 17, 2017Each scene is set in a different decade of the 20th century.
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Chilean playwright Guillermo Calderón’s wartime drama “Kiss” in West Coast premiere
May 16, 2017This is an important milestone along the road to a bold, interrogative new theatre aesthetic.
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“Tosca” explores themes of sexual harassment, right-wing politics
April 28, 2017Isn’t it clear how rightwing politics favoring the rich and powerful fits together with abusive treatment of women? It’s all of a piece.
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World premiere play examines choice in reproductive justice
April 13, 2017This is memorable and important feminist theatre for everyone (well, not young children).
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Suspended animation: In Philip Glass’ “The Perfect American” Uncle Walt is Mickey Rat
March 22, 2017Glass’ repetitive music is often lovely and evocative, a sonic tapestry expressing Disney’s dilemmas and visions.
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