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Jason Heil
appears in the first production of Compass Theatre:
Three Days of Rain.
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Coronado Playhouse
An Improbable Farce
Three Days of Rain
May 21 - June 9
Compass Theatre
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OnStage Playhouse
GROUCHO: a life in review
Happy Songs About the War
Compass Theatre 5/25 - 6/4
PowPAC
Barefoot in the Park
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Curtain Calls by Pat Launer
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SAN DIEGO THEATRE SCENE
"CURTAIN CALLS" #243
By Pat Launer
www.sdtheatrescene.com
05/16/08
A week of Scenarios, chock-full of dance,
While Hershey gave Ludwig a knowing glance.
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Life of Ludwig
THE SHOW: Beethoven as I Knew Him
, the world premiere of the final installment of the "Composer Sonata," a trilogy of solo pieces written and performed by Montreal-born Hershey Felder. Last year, Felder brought George Gershwin Alone and Monsieur Chopin
to the Old Globe; he'll reprise those two performances in June. Beethoven and Chopin were directed by Joel ("My Big Fat Greek Wedding") Zwick, who has directed plays on and Off Broadway, in addition to considerable work in film and
television.
THE BACKSTORY/THE STORY:
Felder created his "Composer Sonata" to mirror the three-movement musical form of its title. This new piece would represent the first movement, which is typically dramatic and highly structured. Monsieur Chopin
is the Romantic second movement and George Gershwin Alone corresponds to the upbeat, dance-like finale.
Read all of Pat's Column at www.sdtheatre.com
 Southern California Theatre / Concerts / Cabaret / Special Events
BRAVISSIMO MINI-REVIEWS & FEATURES
By Arts Columnist ROB APPEL
Terrence McNally's
CORPUS CHRISTI
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one enters the Diversionary Theatre to find the actors milling-about, casual, chatting-together, preparing for the work ahead, one is reminded of the Norman Jewison film JESUS CHRIST, SUPERSTAR, in which ‘tourists' on a bus in
Israel, assume all the ‘roles' in the musical drama, and at the completion of the rock-opera, return to their tourist characterizations, embark on the bus once again, and continue on their visit. Here, we have a group of 13
youngsters who decide among themselves who is to play which role in this biblical storytelling.
Read Rob's Entire Column
 Behind the Scenes
by Jenni Prisk
Some time ago now, I remember seeing a bumper sticker that read: "Change is good…you go first!" Well, if you're going to be first to head in a new direction, one of the best things you can have is a
compass. And that's just what the City of San Diego has now that 6th @ Penn officially became Compass Theatre today (May 15, 2008).
 This step creates major change for Dale Morris (left), longtime owner and Artistic Director of The Penn. How did he come to this
decision?
"This is something I had wanted to do for ages. After seven years I was worn out mentally and physically. I wanted to be more creative; acting and writing. Matt Thompson and I became acquainted
and I hired him to be the Artistic Director of the Resilience Festival. After being around him for a while I broached the subject of him taking on the AD responsibilities for the theatre and so far it's been a great move. He's
running the show now."
The Penn's been around for a while, how did it all start for Morris?
"With the help of my then wife Kim, I bought the theatre in 2001. It was a gay-themed theatre at the time and my interests were broader and more traditional. It was only a matter of time before I
realized I couldn't possibly make it without financial help – grants, gifts, etc. After learning a little about non-profits Kim sat down and completed the huge paper trail and jumped through all the hoops to get us the 501 (c)(3)
status. Obviously, Kim doesn't have to pay for tickets to this little theatre."
READ ALL OF JENNI'S COLUMN
 Community Theatre Beat
by Hitch
The haunting of two wives – a Blithe Spirit and more.
The Condomine's (Ruth and Charles) home is luxurious even by 1940's Hollywood standards. Their living room has light sconces, a view of the garden, a lovely draped archway to the servants' areas, and elegant
furnishings. Director Pete Shaner, who also plays Charles, has moved Noel Coward's delightful piece.
The tale is quite simple. The Condomines and guests, Dr. and Mrs. Bradman (James E. Steinberg and Renee Gandola), are entertained by Madame Arcati (Ashley Gardner).
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read all of Hitch's Column
San Diego Theatre Teen Perspective
by Alice Cash
FINALLY AP TESTING IS OVER!!!!!!!!!! Now that you are totally through with studying, not used to all the free time? Currently playing at the Old Globe is Beethoven as I Knew Him, which is educational
and entertaining. There are so many fun and interesting facts that I learned about Beethoven's life. I for one didn't realize that he had gone deaf so early, at the age of 31. I was also amazed that when he was placed in
a coffin and buried, ten years later he was dug up, and his skull had split into nine pieces and two of the pieces are in circulation with a family living in southern California. Perhaps you can get extra credit for AP Music
Theory, Choir, History, or English?
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ALL OF ALICE'S COLUMN
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