Capsule reviews are by Charles McNulty (C.M.), Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Openings The Constitution Saudade Theatre…
Political pundits have long been giving drama critics a bad name. Inevitably, in the run-up to an election, some op-ed columnist will make a crack comparing recent political coverage to thea…
A critic's plan to rescue democracy, reclaim the power of theater and cast young artists as the leads in an extravaganza that turns voting into an act of performance.
Political pundits have long been giving drama critics a bad name. Inevitably, in the run-up to an election, some op-ed columnist will make a crack comparing recent political coverage to thea…
For years, Kristy Edmunds, director of UCLA's Center for the Art of Performance, has cruised by the old Crest Theater on Westwood Boulevard on her way to and from work. "I'd go past the Cres…
There are many reasons "Dear Evan Hansen," the Tony-winning musical that more than lived up to expectations at its glorious opening Friday at the Ahmanson Theatre, has become a cultural phen…
'Dear Evan Hansen,' the Tony-winning musical about a high school outcast who become a hero under false pretenses, arrives at the Ahmanson Theatre with Ben Levi Ross in the title role
THEATER Capsule reviews are by Charles McNulty (C.M.), Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Openings Return to the Forbidden …
The critically acclaimed play by Nigerian playwright and poet Inua Ellams leaps from a barbershop in London to Johannesburg, Harare, Kampala, Lagos and Accra, exploring the African immigrati…
"Barber Shop Chronicles" takes place in a series of barbershops, where men of African heritage gather for fellowship along with a trim in African countries still traumatized by colonialism o…
Jackie Sibblies Drury's drama, which riveted and riled New York audiences this summer at Soho Rep, sparks difficult conversations about race at Berkeley Rep.
Something is intentionally askew about the opening scene of "Fairview," Jackie Sibblies Drury's blazingly inventive new play, which is now at Berkeley Rep after setting New York abuzz last s…
Sometimes art and life can be too close for comfort. But comfort wasn't the point of composer David T. Little's "Soldier Songs." "Soldier Songs," a monodrama for baritone and chamber orchest…
THEATER Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Compiled by Matt Cooper. Openings…
Think of them this weekend as mental gymnasiums. In Los Angeles' smaller theaters you can work out with an injured soldier dreaming of social revolution in "Johnny Got His Gun," a colorful c…
'Oppenheimer," Tom Morton-Smith's acclaimed play about "the father of the atomic bomb," has its American premiere courtesy of Rogue Machine Theatre.
The most gripping moments in "Oppenheimer," the sprawling drama by British playwright Tom Morton-Smith about the man dubbed "the father of the atomic bomb," are the brainstorming meetings of…
Company Wayne McGregor The London-based troupe stages "Autobiography," featuring 23 short pieces inspired by choreographer McGregor's personal DNA sequence. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Av…
Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Openings Dr. Bradley's Fabulous Function…
Bekah Brunstetter's "The Cake" returns to The Geffen Playhouse, a tasty confection to appeal to red and and blue state appetites alike.
Charles McNulty talks with Lucas Hedges and Michael Cera about starring in the Kenneth Lonergan play "The Waverly Gallery," now in previews on Broadway with Elaine May and Joan Allen. Hedges…
Playwright Bekah Brunstetter's "The Cake" was inspired by news reports about businesses that objected on religious grounds to providing their good and services to gay couples who were gettin…
For Lucas Hedges, the first day of rehearsal is like the first day of the new school year. He was so keyed up before the company meet-and-greet for "The Waverly Gallery," the Kenneth Lonerga…
Performing-arts events worthy of your time and attention this weekend include season openers for the Los Angeles Ballet and Le Salon de Musiques, a pair of terror tales at a local mausoleum,…
Over the last five years or so, storytelling has caught fire. For all kinds of reasons, people no longer presume that stories are for kids, read by parents when tucking their children into b…