Wait for the Album: ‘Animal Wisdom’ online by ACT and Woolly Mammoth
Heather Christian’s acclaimed show about ghostly encounters is an audio wonder brought down by unnecessary visuals.
The Same Killer Kids: ‘Romeo & Juliet’ (online) by the SF Ballet
The company heads into Spring with a spicy take on a classic.
The Funny Fear of Loneliness: ‘Phantasmagoria’ world premiere by Cutting Ball / Mugwumpin / Bay Area Theatre Cypher
Cutting Ball’s quarantine commentary (with Mugwumpin & Bay Area Theatre Cypher) is three good pieces that don’t quite mesh.
Close to the Target: ‘Shoot Me When’ world premiere (online) at SF Playhouse
The latest from the Playhouse is an imperfect piece about living (and dying) on your own terms.
Doesn’t fully Line Up: ACT Out Loud – ‘The Matchmaker’
ACT don’t quite stick the landing, but their new reading series brought lessons worth learning.
Finding how You Fit: Digital Program 5 (online) by the SF Ballet
Institutional concepts and classical literature are the focus of SF Ballet’s spring time online entry.
Wave the White Flag: ACT Out Loud – ‘Arms and the Man’
George Bernard Shaw’s classic satire gets an unfortunately sour reading as part of ACT’s new series.
‘Eye’ on the Prize: ‘The Bluest Eye’ “audio drama” at Aurora Theatre
Aurora’s audio show – originally intended for a live production – adds to the dreamlike quality of Toni Morrison’s debut story.
The Newest Old Play: ACT Out Loud – ‘Trouble in Mind’
The inaugural entry in the ACT’s new reading series is Alice Childress’ all-too-relevant 1957 classic.
Classics for Sale: Immersive Van Gogh – SF
The blockbuster art exhibit comes to SF with lots of fanfare, but little substance.
