187 stories by "Karen D'Souza"
It's hard not to fall for this wistful, romantic Dublin story, which plays through April 26 at the Center for the Performing Arts.
The acclaimed young playwright explores faith and hardship in new drama.
Tarell Alvin McCraney's drama about one woman's spiritual stand in the face of tragedy plays at Berkeley Rep through May 24.
The touching story of a reclusive, bitter man who finds himself opening up to a new caregiver plays through May 3 at Geary Theater in San Francisco.
Two groups, including San Jose State, floating plans that would return the 'blue box' Hammner Theatre to action, either as a home to college and local arts events, or as a home to a new thea…
The most decided un-PC musical returns to the Bay Area for runs in San Francisco and San Jose.
The Berkeley company presents Lanford Wilson's classic valentine to lost souls and last chances.
Timothy Near adapted Carlo Goldoni's famed 18th-century romantic comedy and directs its world premiere in Walnut Creek, where it plays through May 2.
Arthur Miller's iconic play about a doomed family chasing the American dream plays through April 26 in San Jose.
The musical that portrays the rough yet spirited life of Appalachian coal mining families plays at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts through April 26.
A new work by acclaimed stage director Mark Jackson, a comedy by David Ives and starring turns by Danny Scheie and L. Peter Callender are in the works for Aurora's 2015-16 season
Moliere's 17th-century comedy about a religious con man has sinister overtones that give the play depth and a contemporary feel, but might rob it of some of its humor.
The iconic character created by Aussie Barry Humphries brings her farewell tour to San Francisco's Orpheum Theatre through March 22. The show has many of Dame Edna's trademark zingers, but c…
Embattled arts group raises $640,000 -- nearly $100,000 more than fundraising goal.
Cash-strapped Ballet San Jose Silicon Valley won its race against the clock Saturday, announcing it had raised $640,000 -- more than it needs to stay afloat.
The struggling company says it has raised 60 percent of $550,000 needed to stay afloat; deadline is March 14.
Also on tap: Mary Zimmerman returns with 'Treasure Island'; world premiere of 'Aubergine' by Julia Cho; 'Macbeth': and a quirky new take on 'Pirates of Penzance.'
The beloved entertainer, who made her U.S. debut in San Francisco, may be coming back for the last time, but you never know .... .
Rajiv Joseph's tense family drama gets its West Coast premiere at TheatreWorks through March 29.
The company announces a 'must-do' fundraising campaign; the cash is needed by March 14.
The touring Broadway musical includes some contemporary messages about girl power, but it's the traditional fairy tale that makes the show worthwhile; it plays at Broadway San Jose through M…
Artistic director's memoir begins 23 years ago with her first disastrous season
The turbocharged choreography, talented cast and stunning set make you forget that this Disney musical creates a feel-good story from a horrific case of child exploitation.
Allison F. Rich sizzles and delights as an actress who toys with a stage director during an audition that becomes a war between the sexes. David Ives' psychosexual thriller plays through Mar…
Tony-nominated director Barbara Damashe has a tiny frame, a big voice and a bigger reputation. Fans say she is so reliably good, when you see her name on the program, you know you're in for …
