Millennial Notes Selina Fillinger Shocks US, Humors US, Makes US Think by Erin Weitzman While the U.S. has yet to elect a female president, “POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive” features an all-woman cast, set in an impressive White House. Andrew Boyce’s stunning set design and…
Banner photo: Tina D’Elia as Lupe Vélez Tina D’Elia Weaves Latina Activism into Solo Comedy by Patricia L. Morin The premise of “Overlooked Latinas” is brilliant. Tina D’Elia spotlights the political power of famous 1930s to 50s Latina movie stars in her gripping solo show about Angel, an aspiring lesbian TV writer. As Angel the…
David Abrams Illuminates Tennessee Williams’ Masterpiece Family Drama by Lynne Stevens “The Glass Menagerie,” a play for the Ages, will never go out of style. So long as people feel they are misfits or lack confidence or have unfulfilled dreams, Tennessee Williams’ play will offer hope. Well done, Ross Valley Players! Watching this play…
Regina Taylor Celebrates Southern Black Women’s “Hatitude” by Robert M. Gardner Playwright Regina Taylor’s “Crowns” explodes with talent in this larger than life musical on Black life and culture. Director Delicia Turner Sonnenberg impresses us with flair and style. Scenic Designer Nina Ball’s abstract wooden arches form an inspired church setting. “Crowns” has a…