All stories by James Hebert on BroadwayStars

Sunday, June 21, 2015

At Old Globe, lighting up the 'Night' by James Hebert

Bard's great, complex comedy opens theater's summer Shakespeare Festival.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 07:25PM[SHARE]
Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Old Globe's 'Bright Star' headed to Broadway by James Hebert

Musical co-created by Steve Martin will run in D.C. as prelude to presumed NYC debut.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 06:52PM[SHARE]
Monday, June 15, 2015

La Jolla Playhouse unveils WoW works by James Hebert

Second festival of unconventional works will roll out in October.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 09:35PM[SHARE]
Saturday, June 13, 2015

'Come From Away' hits close to home by James Hebert

Review: La Jolla Playhouse's world-premiere musical an inspired real-life saga.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 11:14AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Quick tip: 'Becky Shaw' in Escondido by James Hebert

Patio Playhouse stages Gionfriddo's cutting comedy.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 07:17PM[SHARE]
Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Here's who'll appear in Playhouse's 'Up Here' by James Hebert

Cast announced for 'Frozen' duo's world-premiere musical in La Jolla.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 06:40PM[SHARE]

Tony Award winners in the category of high praise by James Hebert

These locally linked nominees heard glowing words from winners onstage.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:20AM[SHARE]
Sunday, June 7, 2015

Secrets and lies drive 'Betrayal' by James Hebert

Review: Sharp cast gives Pinter classic a charge at North Coast Rep.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 07:34PM[SHARE]
Friday, June 5, 2015

Tonys by the numbers by James Hebert

Awards-related tidbits, plus news on a party with a point and some top theater teachers.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:51PM[SHARE]

It's Tony Awards time! by James Hebert

Previewing this Sunday's big celebration of all things Broadway

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:45PM[SHARE]

At this year's Tonys, some local hopefuls by James Hebert

We look at who has San Diego connections at this year's Tony Awards

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:45PM[SHARE]
Tuesday, June 2, 2015

The soul of 'Motown' by James Hebert

Preview: Musical's lead actor works closely with legendary figure he portrays

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:58PM[SHARE]
Sunday, May 31, 2015

'Everybody's Talkin'' a rousing conversation piece by James Hebert

Review: San Diego Rep's world-premiere work weaves Nilsson songs into a winning experience

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 11:32PM[SHARE]
Friday, May 29, 2015

Old Globe's 'Rich' proves a tricky mix by James Hebert

Review: Mom-daughter comedy charges into fraught conflict.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 07:45PM[SHARE]

Playhouse's 'Away' gets longer stay by James Hebert

La Jolla theater extends world-premiere musical again.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 07:50AM[SHARE]

New Fortune maps new season by James Hebert

Young company raising funds for three-play slate during 2015-16.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 07:50AM[SHARE]

Five area theaters land Shubert grants by James Hebert

Old Globe, Playhouse are awarded largest sums.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 07:50AM[SHARE]
Thursday, May 28, 2015

Playhouse's 'Away' gives wing to hope by James Hebert

Preview: New musical focuses on uplifting real-life tale amid tragedy of 9/11.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:32AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Sparkling 'Rain' has its slips by James Hebert

Review: Attractive staging from San Diego Musical Theatre is sprawling and mostly polished, but moves in fits and starts.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 07:22AM[SHARE]
Monday, May 25, 2015

"Sunshine" bumps along on warmth, wit by James Hebert

La Jolla Playhouse's world-premiere musical a charmer despite some detours

SOURCE: www.signonsandiego.com at 05:58PM[SHARE]
Saturday, May 23, 2015

Hershey Felder bringing Berlin show to La Jolla by James Hebert

Solo artist to celebrate life of beloved composer at Playhouse for holidays.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 05:00PM[SHARE]
Friday, May 22, 2015

At SD Rep, singing an icon's praises by James Hebert

Preview: 'Everybody's Talkin'' draws big Broadway names (and Nilsson fans) to town.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 03:00PM[SHARE]

Summer theater shines in San Diego by James Hebert

A roundup of upcoming stage highlights around the county.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 12:00PM[SHARE]
Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Old Globe's 'Rich Girl' driven by a windfall by James Hebert

Preview: Victoria Stewart's updating of 'Washington Square' gets West Coast debut.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 03:00PM[SHARE]
Tuesday, May 19, 2015

'Singin' in the Rain' - no drought about it by James Hebert

Preview: SDMT forecasts staying true to film classic with stage musical.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 03:00PM[SHARE]
Monday, May 18, 2015

Ion celebrates art of theater by James Hebert

Hillcrest mural is a visual diary of company's journey so far.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 08:56PM[SHARE]
Saturday, May 16, 2015

REVIEW: Old Globe's witty "Arms" starring Marsha Mason, Conrad John Schuck & Wrenn Schmidt: disarms! by James Hebert

Jessica Stone's flat-out funny concept of the piece may take the focus away from Raina's (WRENN SCHMIDT) journey to maturity but that's a minor objection.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:07AM[SHARE]
Friday, May 15, 2015

Old Globe's witty 'Arms' disarms by James Hebert

Review: One character dominates show, but staging still lets Shaw breathe

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 05:00PM[SHARE]
Thursday, May 14, 2015

Old Globe photo shakes out some memories by James Hebert

Reader and onetime actress spots herself in vintage image.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 03:00PM[SHARE]
Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Quick tip: A 'Jersey Boy' hits town by James Hebert

Musical and movie star Erich Bergen performing solo show in Hillcrest.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 02:00PM[SHARE]
Monday, May 11, 2015

Ion Theatre picks its play for NYC by James Hebert

Hillcrest company's 'Sea of Souls' will run off-Broadway.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 01:00PM[SHARE]

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