Worth the ‘Risk’: ‘Still at Risk’ World Premiere at NCTC
New Conservatory’s world premiere is a touching story about looking at the AIDS crisis a generation after its worst period.
New World, Same Problems: ‘New World Disorder’ at Gritty City Rep
Bold acting choices, creative set design, and an intriguing-if-uneven script make for an interesting show by Gritty City Rep.
Love Machine: ‘The Watson Intelligence’ at Shotgun
Though Shotgun pulls off some grand production design, Madeleine George’s script doesn’t successfully tackle the themes it ponders.
Like, Totally Killer!: ‘MacBitch’ by The Breadbox
Knowing when to forego Shakespeare proves the ultimate winning move in the final show from Breadbox Theatre.
Living Aloud: ‘Sordid Lives’ at New Conservatory
Though not my taste, there’s enough to appreciate in this NCTC revival of the Southern camp classic.
Tall Tale: ‘Spell Eternity’ at Quantum Dragon Theatre
My first-ever Quantum Dragon show is hindered by – of all things – TOO MUCH world-building.
The Fur Flies: ‘Breeders’ at FaultLine
Dan Giles’ hilarious domestic comedy benefits from a great cast and creative set design in this excellent FaultLine Theater production.
Trying to be ‘Everything’ at New Conservatory
A mediocre script is just one problem with this world premiere Transgender tale by New Conservatory Theatre.
‘Holding’ Out for More: ‘Holding the Edge’ at The Marsh-SF
The height of the AIDS crisis is still fresh in the mind of Elaine Magree for her touching new solo show.
In For a Penny: Only if You Mean It
Originally posted on San Francisco Theater Pub:
Charles Lewis III checks in one last time. My first time at the ‘Pub, Feb. 2010 “Livin’ here in this brand new world…
