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Theater Review: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY (North American Premiere Tour at American Conservatory Theater)
A.C.T. EMBRACES HORROR WITH A STYLISH, SUSPENSEFUL STAGE ADAPTATION A slow-burn ghost story elevated by design, atmosphere, and committed performances A.C.T. continues its 2025/26 season by branching out and taking a chance on a new genre: horror. If the posters and ad campaigns look familiar, they should—to fans of the original films. Paranormal Activity is…
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Cabaret Review: OUR SINATRA: A MUSIC CELEBRATION (25th Anniversary Production at 54 Below)
A SINATRA SONGBOOK REVUE RETURNS WITH STYLE, SWING, AND STAYING POWER The revue recalling the repertoire of “Ol’ Blue Eyes” is a song-stuffed, sure-fire success (again) So, who doesn’t love an anniversary as a reason for celebration? How about a show with that very word in its title—Our Sinatra: A Musical Celebration. The entertainment industry…
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Theater Review: SOMEWHERE OVER THE BORDER (Cygnet Theatre Company)
A LATINO MUSICAL ODYSSEY INSPIRED BY IMMIGRATION AND THE WIZARD OF OZ A heartfelt journey centered on resilience, with fantasy touches along the way The Cygnet Theatre is presenting the local premiere of Somewhere Over the Border, a Latino musical by playwright Brian Quijada. He based his story on his mother’s real-life struggles in the…
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Off-Broadway Review: MEAT SUIT, OR THE SHITSHOW OF MOTHERHOOD (Second Stage Theater)
AFTER BIRTH Meat Suit is a carnival of motherhood that mistakes provocation for revelation Meat Suit, or the Shitshow of Motherhood, a Second Stage Theater production which opened last night at the Pershing Square Signature Center, dares its audience to linger in a clownish carnival of motherhood while serving up the glaringly obvious. Written and…
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Theater Review: RICHARD III (A Noise Within)
A GENDER-FLUID RICHARD III ROOTED IN HISTORY AND PERFORMANCE TRADITION A commanding central performance anchors a sharp, theatrically confident staging The Tragedy of Richard the Third, William Shakespeare’s second-longest play after Hamlet, and the fourteenth most produced play in his canon (the first being Midsummers Night’s Dream), has an exceedingly straightforward plot. Richard wants to…
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Theater Review: CLUE (Second North American Tour at the McCallum Theatre)
A BOARD GAME FAVORITE TURNS INTO A LIVE-ACTION FARCE OF MURDER AND MAYHEM A high-energy whodunit that entertains, even when the pacing wobbles The classic whodunit murder mystery game Clue leapt from the board to the boards last night at McCallum Theatre. The production—directed by Casey Hushion—is a bit of a double-edged dagger. While it…
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Theater Review: ZABEL IN EXILE (Boston Playwrights’ Theatre)
THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ARMENIAN WRITER ZABEL YESSAYAN BROUGHT TO THE STAGE A reflective memory play balancing biography, imagination, and urgency In keeping with Boston Playwrights’ Theatre’s commitment to bringing new plays to the stage, Zabel in Exile, by R. N. Sandberg, presents the life of Zabel Yessayan, an Armenian writer and activist born…
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Theater Review: M. BUTTERFLY (San Francisco Playhouse)
A REAL-LIFE ESPIONAGE SCANDAL BECOMES A MEDITATION ON POWER, IDENTITY, & ILLUSION A gripping, well-acted drama that explores gender, fantasy, and cultural collision M. Butterfly, the 1988 Tony Award–winning play for Best Play, is currently playing at San Francisco Playhouse. It is loosely based on a real-life espionage scandal between a French diplomat and a…
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Theater Review: THE RECIPE (La Jolla Playhouse)
A WORLD PREMIERE CHARTING JULIA CHILD’S RISE FROM RESTLESSNESS TO CULINARY ICON A biographical play that finds its flavor in a stronger, more compelling second act The La Jolla Playhouse is presenting the world premiere of The Recipe, Claudia Shear’s biographical play about the early life and culinary career of American chef and author Julia…
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Dance Review: AMERICAN ICONS (Joffrey Ballet)
A legacy program celebrating Joffrey’s founders while showcasing the company’s present vitality A richly performed evening where history fuels a thrilling, forward-looking repertory Preternaturally spry and acutely seasoned may be good ways to describe Joffrey Ballet Chicago these days—at least based on the company’s Spring program, American Icons, now in performance at the Lyric and…
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Theater Review: HANDS ON A HARD BODY (Spreckels Performing Arts Center in Rohnert Park)
A WORKING-CLASS ENDURANCE CONTEST TURNS INTO A MUSICAL OF HOPE AND DESPERATION A spirited, heartfelt production that balances humor with grit Victory by attrition is the name of the game in the musical Hands on a Hard Body at the Spreckels Performing Arts Center’s Codding Theatre in Rohnert Par, through March 1. Mark Bradbury, Shannon…
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Opera Preview: RIVERSIDE LYRIC OPERA (Grand Re-Opening Gala Concert on March 7)
OPERA RETURNS TO RIVERSIDE, AND IT’S BRINGING A 54-PIECE ORCHESTRA The Riverside Lyric Opera’s gala concert on March 7 marks a rare moment for the Inland Empire: a full-scale operatic event with world-class talent, right in its own backyard. Riverside has one of the largest collections of Mission-style architecture in Southern California, a university campus…
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FROM PAGE TO STAGE: HOW THEATRE AND CINEMA SHAPE THE BOOKS WE READ
In an era when content moves fluidly across mediums, the relationship between stage, screen, and page has never been more dynamic. Theatre productions become films, films inspire novels, and books are reborn as immersive theatrical experiences. But beyond adaptation, something deeper is happening: theatre and cinema are reshaping how books are written, designed, marketed, and…
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In today’s rapidly evolving lifestyle landscape, people are constantly balancing digital engagement with meaningful real-world experiences.
From exploring trending online communities to enjoying quality time at cozy cafés, modern social life is shaped by a blend of virtual interaction and physical connection. As interests diversify, individuals are discovering that entertainment, food culture, and online discussions can coexist harmoniously, creating a dynamic and fulfilling routine. One aspect of this modern trend is…
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BEST BITCOIN CASINOS IN AUSTRALIA: TOP 5 CRYPTO CASINOS FOR AUSSIE PLAYERS REVIEWED
Bitcoin casinos are seriously popular with Aussie players in 2026, and Reddit discussions show why: faster payouts, better privacy, and fewer banking issues. We tested 50+ platforms ourselves, signing up, depositing BTC, and withdrawing funds. Some failed under pressure, others impressed. Our list of the best Bitcoin casinos in Australia focuses on licensed sites, realistic…
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Theater Review: CHEZ JOEY (Arena Stage)
A CLASSIC MUSICAL REBORN AS A RHYTHM-DRIVEN NIGHTCLUB EXPERIENCE A propulsive, jazz-infused staging that reclaims Pal Joey’s cultural roots At Arena Stage, Chez Joey is less a revival of Pal Joey than a sleek, rhythm-driven reinvention that returns the material to the cultural currents that shaped it. Drawing on John O’Hara’s original stories—first published in…
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Theater Review: PIPPIN (Revolution Stage Company in Palm Springs)
A PRINCE IN SEARCH OF PURPOSE AND MEANING Revolution’s vibrant, dance-driven production showcases impressive skill and theatrical flair Pippin offers musical theater lovers the complete package: great characters, adventure, a stimulating book by Roger O. Hirson and cheeky, sophisticated songs by Wicked‘s Stephen Schwartz—a score that got more than one kid addicted to its still-in-print…
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Theater Review: A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE (Apollinaire Theatre Company)
OBSESSION, HONOR, AND THE COST OF BETRAYAL A riveting staging, driven by a ferocious central performance, fully unleashes Miller’s tragic power In a riveting production from Apollinaire Theatre Company, under the tight direction of David R. Gammons, a masterful Jorge Rubio wrings every ounce of sexual frustration and cultural rage as Eddie in Arthur Miller’s…
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8 TIPS ON REBUILDING YOUR LIFE AFTER ADDICTION
People going to addiction recovery are too preoccupied with their vice to worry about anything else. They rarely think about what the world will look like once they quit. In other words, they often disregard the fact that they might cross paths with all those enablers who put them in this predicament. As you’ll soon…
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THE SECRET ECONOMY BEHIND STANDING OVATIONS: WHAT REALLY HAPPENS AFTER THE APPLAUSE
When the curtain falls and the audience rises, we see only the visible crescendo — applause, bouquets, glowing reviews. What remains hidden is the intricate economic machinery humming beneath that emotional climax. A standing ovation is not merely a cultural gesture; it is the final note in a complex financial symphony. Behind every triumphant premiere,…
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