The Forest for the Trees: ‘The Jungle’ at The Curran
Before The Curran becomes Hogwarts, it hosts an excellent production of another hit British show.
Those Old Familiar Steps: ‘West Side Story’ at Berkeley Playhouse
One of the most beloved shows of all time gets a rousing production at the Berkeley Playhouse.
Making it Happen: ‘On Your Feet!’ at the SHN Golden Gate Theatre
An energetic all-Latinx cast bring life to this paint-by-numbers bio of Gloria and Emilio Estefan.
Little People on Big Adventures: ‘Judy Moody’ and ‘Inside Out & Back Again’ at BACT
Bay Area Children’s Theatre scores two wins in its current adaptations: one a goofy comedy, the other a gripping drama.
From ‘Nam to Rom-Com: ‘Vietgone’ at the ACT
You wouldn’t think “rom-com” and “Vietnam War drama” would go together, but the ACT pulls it off well.
Of ‘Rags’ and Richies: ‘Ragtime’ at Berkeley Playhouse
Though the script is over-packed with characters, the combination of great direction, performances, and tech make this another winner for Berkeley Playhouse.
Weak ‘Promise’
This infamous dark period of history is given an unfortunately mediocre film interpretation.
Only ‘You’: Crowded Fire’s ‘You for Me for You’
A uniquely Asian-American immigrant tale is the focus Crowded Fire’s touching new production.
‘Stuck’ in the middle with you
A fascinating true story becomes an interminable musical world premiering at the ACT.
