Chula Vista, CA–OnStage Playhouse will present an adaptation of the holiday classic, “A Christmas Carol” from a different perspective.  “A Christmas Carol” is a moral tale, a reminder not to forget to be human and kind while we chase the carrot. Dickens’ England was in the middle of the Industrial Revolution and Dickens could see […]

By SDCN Editor Carlsbad, CA–New Village Arts launches its 20th anniversary season with a world premiere of a new holiday musical, “1222 Oceanfront: A Black Family Christmas.”  The story centers on the family holiday experience in a humorous and touching way. The festive evening features all of the Black family traditions including  Italian food, dancing, […]

By SDCN Editor San Diego, CA–Patrons who plan to attend a performance or an event at The Old Globe will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and present proof of vaccination in order to enter its facilities, theater officials said. The vaccination requirement also includes staff, casts, program participants, and production crews. Fully […]

Carlsbad, CA—New Village Arts will present a performance of “Stellaluna” performed by youth and young adults with neurodiversity. The play is based on the beloved children’s book, “Stellaluna” written by Carlsbad resident Janell Cannon, adapted by Aleta Barthell, and directed by Samantha Ginn.  Nearly escaping an attack from an owl, young Stellaluna must find their […]

By SDCN Editor San Diego, CA–Cygnet Theatre returns to in-person performances after all productions were halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The first production in the lineup is the Tony award-winning musical “La Cage Aux Folles” with book by Harvey Fierstein and lyrics and music by Jerry Herman. The production is directed by Artistic Director […]

La Jolla, CA–La Jolla Playhouse has announced leadership positions for its revamped Education and Outreach Department.  The new Department of Learning and Engagement will be headed up by Bridget Cavaiola as Director of Learning, and Jacole Kitchen as Director of Arts Engagement and In-House Casting. The Department of Learning and Engagement, which will live under […]

La Jolla, CA–La Jolla Playhouse has selected the cast and creative team for its 2021 Performance Outreach Program (POP) Tour production, “Pick Me Last,” by Idris Goodwin. This year’s POP Tour will be available in a virtual format, which can be accessed anytime between the launch date in early May and July.  The piece will […]

SAN DIEGO–Cygnet Theatre has announced the second virtual play reading for The Bill and Judy Garrett Finish Line Commission.  Playwright Aurin Squire will workshop his play “Run/Fire,” which will be directed by Lamar Perry. The reading will be streamed online from February 8 to 14. A third commission will take place in the spring of […]

SAN DIEGO–Cygnet Theatre has announced a full lineup of holiday programming for December with live theatre shows.  While the news is bleak and spirits may not be as high as usual for this time of year, the theatre hopes to bring some joy into the homes of San Diegans with their December programming.  Programs include […]

SAN DIEGO–Indoor movie theaters join a growing list of businesses that can begin to reopen this Friday.  Businesses must follow state guidelines and are required to fill out a Safe Reopening Plan before resuming operations. Movie theater operators must limit the number of attendees in each theater to 25% of theater capacity or a maximum […]