Josh Costello Revives Soldier-Poet for Our Time by Lynne Stevens I’ve always felt that an intelligent, witty man is much more attractive than one who is merely lucky to be handsome. I always liked the guy who was smart and funny. Appearance was secondary. For “Cyrano,” the classic tale of a beloved big-nosed hero,…
Millennial Notes Tina D’Elia Asserts Female Power in Hollywood by Kelly Mou Tina D’Elia’s solo show at The Rhino is a sure-fire hit. It’s jam-packed with Latina and LGBTQ+ characters. Her unforgettable women bravely confront the abusive cycle of female exploitation in Hollywood. Meet real life, 50s movie star Rita Hayworth, the original femme…
Millennial Notes Fred Pitts Tours Missions, Finds White Confusion by Erin Weitzman Fred Pitts’ solo show at The Marsh, Berkeley, called “Aren’t You…?” brings us the voices and opinions of people who spoke to him during his tour of all the California missions. He channels the personalities of fascinating and often clueless tourists along…
Sankoff & Hein’s Music Blends Generosity & Good Will by Patricia L. Morin “Come From Away” engulfs us in an incredible true story following 9/11, when a small community in Gander, Newfoundland, opens their hearts and homes to 7,000 weary airline passengers. After sitting in planes for over 24 hours, the disgruntled “Plane People”…