Review: ‘Gods and Monsters’ at New Conservatory Theatre Center (****1/2)
by Charlsie-Kern Kruger Hollywood Director James Whale did not set out to make horror films. A successful stage director, he was called to Hollywood and offered a choice of various projects on the studio’s roster. He selected “Frankenstein” because it was different from anything he’d done before. Whale embraced…
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SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL: Cirque Kikasse Makes California Debut with Premiere Performance of SANTÉ!
by Sally Chan Have you ever wished for a food truck that not only sold delicious snacks, but that also came with entertainment to accompany your meal, preferably in the form of an acrobatic circus act atop said truck? If so, you’re not alone. Quebecois company, Cirque Kikasse has…
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Review: ‘Primary Trust’ at Theatreworks in Silicon Valley (***1/2)
by Joanne Engelhardt A large sign that says “Welcome Friend: You’re Right on Time. CRANBERRY New York, USA” is indeed welcoming Lucie Stern Theater audiences in Palo Alto these days. Theatergoers can’t help but notice a fascinating curved map that is the town of Cranberry, showing Main Street, Broadway,…
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Review: ‘Songs for a New World’ at Hillbarn Theatre (****)
by Joanne Engelhardt Something very special happened on opening night of “Songs for a New World” at Hillbarn Theatre in Foster City: The world somehow seemed a little better, a little brighter, and especially a little more hopeful. That’s partially due to the incredible musical script written by Jason Robert…
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