Irresistible, gutting friendship in ‘Sanctuary City’ chills to the bone
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A play about love, trauma and politics, “Sanctuary City” is, above all, a story about humanity.
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Enigmatic ‘Wives’ at Aurora Theatre Company sinks, swims
The collective outcome of a multitude of ambitious experiments by Backhaus, “Wives” comes out both clouded and visionary.
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Fully fabulous, sometimes feeble, BroadwaySF’s ‘The Prom’ spreads simple fun
Flaws aside, “The Prom” is a bold and celebratory production with its intentions in all the right places.
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Adam Strauss talks treating obsessive-compulsive disorder, enhancing vulnerability with humor
For Strauss, laughter and the human connection it cultivates are fundamental to his creative projects.
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‘Hadestown’ at Orpheum Theatre astonishes, awes with ambitious artistry
A distinctive retelling of the ancient Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, “Hadestown” unites a crew of mythological figures to tell a timeless tale of love amid a backdrop of timely political concerns.
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Actors Ensemble of Berkeley’s ‘Roe’ offers relevant, refreshing take on abortion rights
After only two rehearsals and mere weeks of planning, the Actors Ensemble of Berkeley’s limited preparation made the show’s poignancy all the more impressive.
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42nd Street Moon’s ‘The Pajama Game’ jovially ribs labor, life, love
Creating an enjoyable, laugh-along adventure, “The Pajama Game” accomplishes exactly what it sets out to: an easy-watching comedy experience.
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Sisters Becky and Annie Potter talk revising, reviving ‘The Pajama Game’ for modern audiences
The siblings explained their philosophy behind updating the show as well as the creative paths leading them to their latest project.
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Admirably gritty ‘Monument, or Four Sisters’ dives too shallowly into deep subjects
Marking strong progress with room for further growth, “Monument” is a worthwhile project that commendably aims to elevate silenced voices and narratives.
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Berkeley Repertory Theatre’s ‘Octet’ is stunning, humorous harmony
On the evening of May 27, the Berkeley Repertory Theatre transformed into the E. Goostman Faith Center, complete with green carpeted floors, stained glass windows and old stereos playing mid-century tunes.
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