Shakespeare’s infamous move gets a modern reckoning. From left, Zoe Hertzberg, Sophia Blake and Mae Linh Young. Photo courtesy Eric Keitel Photography by Anne Reid Shakespeare’s centuries-old “bed trick” gets a decidedly modern makeover in “The Bed Trick,” Keiko Green’s contemporary comedy about sex, friendship, deception and consent at Chance Theater in Anaheim. Directed by H. Adam Harris, the California premiere follows three college freshmen, Lulu, Marianne and Harriet, as
The ultimate whodunit. From left, Cat Hanson, Hillary Mead, Oliver Egan, Noah Chin, Haven Hanson, Aaron Espinosa and Phyllis M. Nofts. Photo courtesy of Amicus Community Theater by Anne Reid Amicus Community Theater is putting its own intimate spin on the classic murder mystery “Clue.” Fresh off the Ahmanson Theatre’s run of the show in Los Angeles earlier this month, Amicus had to keep its production under wraps while the touring production was still in the area. This put an
A Whimsical Reminder of the Power of Books, Hope and Forgiveness From Left, Emma Hansen, Vihaan Sammi, Troy Whiteley, Maria Wang, Sam Aguirre. Photo courtesy of Katelyn Abaya by Shannon Cudd Growing up isn’t easy, especially when the fate of Narnia, a magical alternate universe, is at stake. This is the very predicament the four Pevensie siblings find themselves in while staying in the countryside. Bibliophiles will recognize the central conflict of C.S. Lewis’ classic novel
Broadway hit explores themes of identity, trauma and healing. From left, Ishan Panjabi, Sol Joun, and Doshima Iyorlu. Photo courtesy of Doug Catiller. by Anne Reid When "Jagged Little Pill" premiered on Broadway in 2019, audiences embraced its unflinching examination of addiction, racism, identity and the complicated realities that often exist beneath the surface of seemingly perfect lives. Now Chance Theater is bringing the Tony Award-winning and Grammy Award-winning musical
Putting on a Very Happy Face Bruno A. Satalino and the ensemble of Bye Bye Birdie. Photo courtesy of The Phantom Projects Theatre by Anne Reid Rock-and-roll fever is set to sweep through Phantom Projects Theatre at La Habra Depot as “Bye Bye Birdie,” one of Broadway’s most beloved musical comedies, arrives with laughs, lively dance numbers and timeless charm. Directed and choreographed by Alan M-L Wager, the Tony Award-winning musical follows the chaos that erupts when rock-a
Celebration of Shakespeare’s Friendship and Legacy From left, Genevieve Kauper, Kelly Franett and RigelKent Paden. Photo courtesy of Francis Gacad. by Anne Reid Director Amanda Hallman has wanted to stage “The Book of Will” since the moment she first read Lauren Gunderson’s play. After years of waiting for the rights, that vision is finally coming to life at Curtis Theatre through Begins And Ends With A, the production company Hallman co-founded with producer and costume desi