Plays

The premise might seem patently absurd: 19th-century German teens get embroiled in a salad-toss of sex, latin discourse, wet dreams, abuse and atheism. Well, that’s “Spring Awakening” for you. Adapted from a 100-year-old German...

Each year, Muir Musical starts from scratch: a new director, a new show and another set of auditions. Work begins early in the school year, with tryouts in Fall Quarter and practice following soon...

Steve Martin’s first full-length play, originally performed in 1993, is undergoing a revival at The Old Globe. The show, while undeniably entertaining and graced with an incredible set and cast, never quite finds its...

With its controversial title and content, “The Vagina Monologues” is certainly a production laden with shock value. To many, “The Vagina Monologues’” feminism no longer seems relevant, spurring this year’s addition of “HerStories,” featuring...

In a rapidly evolving cultural climate, the arts rely on perpetual renovation to maintain relevance. The keen sense of inventiveness that artists often possess propels their craft forward. Among these artistic innovators is Kristin...

As Benjamin Scheuer walks onto the circular stage, the 33-year-old award-winning songwriter and performer wears a suit and tie and carries a guitar in his hands. By the time “The Lion” is over, he...

With decent access to public transportation and car services, UCSD students have a bevy of venues within their reach. Every location placates a certain desire, whether one wants to catch a band, a film...

Rating: A Directed by: Christopher Ashley Written by: Joe DiPietro Starring: Harriet Harris, Patrick Kerr, Scott Drummond, Jeff Marlow, Lee Sellars Runs: May 10 - June 12 Location: La Jolla Playhouse Life can often feel like a movie. When things...

Rating: A Directed by: Richard Seer Written by: Nick Payne Starring: Christian Coulson, Victoria Frings Runs: April 9 – May 8 Location: The Old Globe With an intentionally nonlinear and disjointed narrative, “Constellations” gives an unforgettable rendition of the...

Rating: A- Directed by: Aubrey Oxley Written by: Lin-Manuel Miranda Starring: Kevin Maneffa, Nicole McEntee, Kevin Burroughs Runs: April 2 – April 9 Location: Mandeville Auditorium Ditch your masks, cats and hairspray — “In the Heights” is a musical for...