Tonys by the numbers by James Hebert

Awards-related tidbits, plus news on a party with a point and some top theater teachers.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:51pm on June 5, 2015☆⚑

It's Tony Awards time! by James Hebert

Previewing this Sunday's big celebration of all things Broadway

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:45pm on June 5, 2015☆⚑

At this year's Tonys, some local hopefuls by James Hebert

We look at who has San Diego connections at this year's Tony Awards

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:45pm on June 5, 2015☆⚑

The soul of 'Motown' by James Hebert

Preview: Musical's lead actor works closely with legendary figure he portrays

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:58pm on June 2, 2015☆⚑

Review: Strong cast lifts 'A New Brain' by Pam Kragen

Diversionary Theatre's cast, design team offer polished production of uneven musical

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 4:21pm on June 1, 2015☆⚑

'Everybody's Talkin'' a rousing conversation piece by James Hebert

Review: San Diego Rep's world-premiere work weaves Nilsson songs into a winning experience

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 11:32pm on May 31, 2015☆⚑

Old Globe's 'Rich' proves a tricky mix by James Hebert

Review: Mom-daughter comedy charges into fraught conflict.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 7:45pm on May 29, 2015☆⚑

Playhouse's 'Away' gets longer stay by James Hebert

La Jolla theater extends world-premiere musical again.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 7:50am on May 29, 2015☆⚑

New Fortune maps new season by James Hebert

Young company raising funds for three-play slate during 2015-16.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 7:50am on May 29, 2015☆⚑

Five area theaters land Shubert grants by James Hebert

Old Globe, Playhouse are awarded largest sums.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 7:50am on May 29, 2015☆⚑

Playhouse's 'Away' gives wing to hope by James Hebert

Preview: New musical focuses on uplifting real-life tale amid tragedy of 9/11.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:32am on May 28, 2015☆⚑

Disney's 60th celebrates past and future by Pam Kragen

Diamond Celebration features three new nighttime shows, tributes to Disney history

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:32am on May 28, 2015☆⚑

Who owns the opera? by James Chute

One year ago, Liz and Les Stiel proved that the community owns the opera.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 7:22am on May 27, 2015☆⚑

Sparkling 'Rain' has its slips by James Hebert

Review: Attractive staging from San Diego Musical Theatre is sprawling and mostly polished, but moves in fits and starts.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 7:22am on May 27, 2015☆⚑

Hershey Felder bringing Berlin show to La Jolla by James Hebert

Solo artist to celebrate life of beloved composer at Playhouse for holidays.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 5:00pm on May 23, 2015☆⚑

A Reason to Survive in National City by James Chute

ARTS has changed the lives of children; can it change the life of a city?

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 2:00pm on May 23, 2015☆⚑

At SD Rep, singing an icon's praises by James Hebert

Preview: 'Everybody's Talkin'' draws big Broadway names (and Nilsson fans) to town.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 3:00pm on May 22, 2015☆⚑

Summer theater shines in San Diego by James Hebert

A roundup of upcoming stage highlights around the county.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 12:00pm on May 22, 2015☆⚑

TAS+SD stages steampunk 'Alice' by Nina Garin

Theatre Arts School of San Diego stages original production with youth cast.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 8:00pm on May 20, 2015☆⚑

Arts groups reaching out by James Chute

Annual arts impact report shows significant increases in educational programs in San Diego

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 3:24pm on May 20, 2015☆⚑

Old Globe's 'Rich Girl' driven by a windfall by James Hebert

Preview: Victoria Stewart's updating of 'Washington Square' gets West Coast debut.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 3:00pm on May 20, 2015☆⚑

'Singin' in the Rain' - no drought about it by James Hebert

Preview: SDMT forecasts staying true to film classic with stage musical.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 3:00pm on May 19, 2015☆⚑

Ion celebrates art of theater by James Hebert

Hillcrest mural is a visual diary of company's journey so far.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 8:56pm on May 18, 2015☆⚑

REVIEW: Old Globe's witty "Arms" starring Marsha Mason, Conrad John Schuck & Wrenn Schmidt: disarms! by James Hebert

Jessica Stone's flat-out funny concept of the piece may take the focus away from Raina's (WRENN SCHMIDT) journey to maturity but that's a minor objection.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:07am on May 16, 2015☆⚑

Old Globe's witty 'Arms' disarms by James Hebert

Review: One character dominates show, but staging still lets Shaw breathe

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 5:00pm on May 15, 2015☆⚑