THEATRE news, REVIEWs,
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Interview: Delia Mejia is a Princess of Her Own Making in THE FAIRY TALE MONOLOGUES at Riot Productions
Interview with Delia Mejia's about her Princess in "The Fairy Tale Monologues," creating a role from the ground up, challenging the classic damsel-in-distress trope, and why audiences may discover that fairy tales still have new stories left to tell.
Interview: Christopher T. Miller on giving Fairy Tales a New Sound in THE FAIRY TALE MONOLOGUES at Riot Productions
Interview with Riot Productions' “The Fairy Tale Monologues” music director and accompanist, Christopher T. Miller, about the evolution of the score, the musical influences behind the production, and how live accompaniment becomes an active part of the storytelling.
Interview: Chris Rubio of TARZAN: BEAT OF THE JUNGLE at Arms Wide Open At Mt. Helix Amphitheatre
This summer, Arms Wide Open returns live musical theatre to the Mt. Helix Amphitheatre with Tarzan: Beat of the Jungle, running July 17 through August 2, 2026. Directed and choreographed by Christopher Rubio, with musical direction by Terry Hendricks and production management by Yvonne Rubio, the production combines live percussion, dance, and a cast of 71 performers to tell the familiar story of Tarzan through a new artistic lens.
Interview: Bethany Slomka of DOGFIGHT at San Diego Musical Theatre
Interview with Bethany Slomka, who plays Rose in San Diego Musical Theatre’s staged reading of “Dogfight”, part of the company’s Off-Broadway Series running July 13–14, 2026.
Interview: Frankie Errington of DOGFIGHT at San Diego Musical Theatre
Interview with 'Dogfight' director Frankie Errington on how this show offers a powerful opportunity to experience a musical with a terrific score and a deeply human story.
Interview: BROADWAY BOUND: MEET THE 2026 BROADWAY SAN DIEGO AWARDS NOMINEES
Interview with the Top 20 nominees for the 2026 Broadway San Diego Awards, a competition that awards Best Musical, Best Actor, and Best Actress, with two students advancing to The Jimmy Awards in New York City this June.
Interview: Brittany Bradford And Emma Ramos of ALIEN GIRLS at The Old Globe
Interview with Brittany Bradford and Emma Ramos from 'Alien Girls' and talk about building this layered friendship, navigating its emotional fault lines, and what they hope audiences carry with them after the final scene.
Interview: Sean Boyd of THE 4TH ANNUAL NEW WORKS FESTIVAL at Trinity Theatre Company
Interview with Artistic Director Sean Boyd, who spoke about this year’s 4th Annual New Works Festival, April 30 through May 3, the power of new works, and why audiences play such a vital role in the process.
Interview: Sarah Jane Salonga of WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE MOON at San Diego Junior Theatre
Interview with 'Where the Mountain Meets the Moon' director Sarah Jane Salonga, who leads a cast of young artists through a story filled with folklore, adventure, and discovery.
Interview: Andrew Polec of DR. SEUSS’S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! at The Old Globe
Interview with 5-time Grinch, Andrew Polec, about slipping back into Grinch-mode, backstage Whoville traditions, audience antics, and the fan mail (and fan art)!
Interview: Daniel Redman & Dr. Katie B. Turner of THORN & PETAL at Trinity Theatre Company
Interview with playwright Daniel Redman and director Dr. Katie B. Turner of 'Thorn & Petal' to discuss their journey in bringing this piece to life, reflecting the history, humor, and heartbeat of San Diego.
Interview: Gerilyn Brault of SPRING AWAKENING at Oceanside Theatre Company
Interview with director Gerilyn Brault, who talks about why SPRING AWAKENING hits so hard right now, and how mentoring emerging artists is shaping the production.
Interview: Charlotte B. Larson And Audrey Sweet of JULIUS CAESAR by The Queens Men At Trinity Theatre Company
Interview with co-directors and producers Charlotte B. Larson and Audrey Sweet from The Queen’s Men will present their 'Julius Caesar' at TrinityTheatre Company this weekend only, August 15–17th.
Interview: Playwright Dian Schaffhauser Talks LESBIANS OF SAN DIEGO, A HERSTORY IN TWO ACTS
Interview with playwright Dian Schaffhauser about creating the world premiere play “Lesbians of San Diego, A Herstory in Two Acts,” premieres July 31 and runs through August 10th
Interview: Couples Take the Lead in A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at North Coast Repertory Theatre
Two married couples take center stage—on and off—in North Coast Rep’s 'A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder.' Director Noelle Marion and her husband, Andrew Polec (playing Monty), along with the ensemble's married duo, Shinah and Andrew Hey, share how love, collaboration, and a little comedic chaos fuel this fast-paced, multi-role musical.
Interview: Robert L. Freedman & Jean Kauffman discuss ”A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER”
Interview with Robert L. Freedman & Jean Kauffman about their respective roles in the show, how the musical came to life, and what it means to navigate love, art, and occasional murder together. ”A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” is playing through August 17th at North Coast Repertory Theatre.
Interview: Joy Yvonne Jones Discusses the Juneteenth Black Arts Festival by San Diego Black Artist Collective
Interview with Joy Yvonne Jones, the co-founder of the San Diego Black Artist Collective and a driving force behind the Juneteenth Black Arts Festival, June 19 - 22nd. In this interview, Jones discusses what it means to build a festival rooted in Black joy, legacy, and liberation, as well as what’s in store for this year’s powerful programming.
Interview: Ariella Kvashny on playing Laurey, Love and Independence in OKLAHOMA! at Cygnet Theatre
Interview with Ariella Kvashny on playing Laurey in Cygnet's 'Oklahoma!' and shares what it’s like stepping into this iconic role, blending old and new in the show’s revival, and what it means to be part of Cygnet’s final production before their big move.
Interview: San Diego’s Rising Stars Take Center Stage at The BROADWAY SAN DIEGO AWARDS
Interview with the 20 standout high school performers who will sing, dance, and belt their hearts out at this weekend’s Broadway San Diego awards for a chance to take their final bow on a Broadway stage at the Jimmy Awards® in New York City.
Interview: Joey Landwehr Finds the Stars of Tomorrow Today at The BROADWAY SAN DIEGO AWARDS
Interview with Joey Landwehr, the Broadway San Diego Awards Artistic Director, on putting this event together and what he looks forward to every year. This year the Broadway San Diego Awards are on May 25th at the Balboa Theatre