KPFA theatre critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “The Great Khan” at San Francisco Playhouse through November 13, 2021, live on stage and on video by demand.
Bay Area Theater
Bay Area theatre reviews with KPFA theatre critic Richard Wolinsky, plus interviews with local Artistic Directors, actors and directors. Older posts include interviews witth former associate KPFA theatre critic C.S. Soong. Dates when reviews airs can be found at http://bookwaves.homestead.com/Theatre_Reviews.html
Michael Gene Sullivan, playwright, “The Great Khan,” at San Francisco Playhouse through November 13th, talks about the creation of his play as well as his work with the San Francisco Mime Troupe. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.
Tim Bond, Artistic Director of TheatreWorks Silicon Valley, discusses how the pandemic influenced his theater company and discusses the current show, “Lizard Boy,” as well as shows in the upcoming season. He also talks about his early interest in theater and how his career led him to TheatreWorks. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.
KPFA theatre critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “The Claim” by Tim Cowbury, directed by Rebecca Novick, at Shotgun Players Ashby Stage through November 7, 2021.
KPFA theatre critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “Jesus Christ Superstar,” the 50th Anniversary touring production, which runs through November 7th at the Golden Gate Theater.
KPFA theater critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “The Winter’s Tale” by William Shakespeare, directed by Eric Ting, at Cal Shakes (California Shakespeare Theater) extended through October 2, 2021.
Eric Ting, Artistic Director of Cal Shakes (California Shakespeare Theater) discusses how the company dealt with the Covid shut-down, with on-line streaming, and with the re-opening of the Bruns Amphitheater. Shakespeare’s “The Winter’s Tale” plays at the Bruns through October 2nd. The interview also includes a summary of the play and the reasons for its choice as the only play of the 2021 season.
Sean San Jose, the newly appointed Artistic Director of the Magic Theatre in Fort Mason Center, in conversation with Richard Wolinsky. One of the founders and current Program Director of the legendary Campo Santo performance troupe, Sean San Jose is a noted Bay Area actor who has worked in several venues, including the Magic, Cal Shakes, ACT and Berkeley Rep. He’s also a playwright, director and most importantly, an activist in expanding the arts to unrepresented communities.
KPFA theatre critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “The Song of Summer” by Lauren Yee, directed by Bill English, at San Francisco Playhouse live, and streaming on demand, through August 14, 2021.
Johanna Pfaelzer, Artistic Director of Berkeley Rep, discusses how the company survived during the pandemic, along with a discussion of the upcoming season, scheduled to start in the fall when theatres open in California. She also talks about “The Waves in Quarantine,” which can be seen via the Berkeley Rep website. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.