L.A. theater

L.A.’s Brimmer Street Theatre Co. Gambles on Fundraiser

The Los Angeles ensemble, a non-profit which produces and develops new work, is hosting a professional Texas Hold ‘Em poker tournament at its annual gala. Buy in for the card game is $35.

Finalists for August Wilson Monologue Competition Announced

The Southern California finalists will be competing on the stage at the Mark Taper Forum for one of three spots at the May 6 finale in New York.

Window Opens for Directors Lab West Applications

Cultivating diversity will be on the agenda at this year’s Directors Lab West, an eight-day workshop for theater professionals hosted by the Pasadena Playhouse.

L.A.’s Next Great Stage Star Competition Gets Hot

Every week, 20 musical theater performers compete for a $1,000 cash prize, a paid headlining concert, and representation while honing their craft.

L.A.’s Celebration Theatre Shuffles Leadership

Michael Matthews and Michael A. Shepperd have been brought in by the West Hollywood-based LGBT playhouse to share the role of artistic director.

2012 Standout NY and L.A. Theater Performances

As 2013 commences, Backstage continues its tradition of eschewing a list of the top 10 shows of the past year in favor of a salute to actors. Not the “best,” not the “most,” not ranked in any order—simply performances so outstanding that Backstage’s reviewers wish to salute them.

Making Theatrical Revivals Feel Fresh and New

My play “The Christmas Present” was first performed in the UK 11 Christmases ago. I am currently directing it for the sixth time. I don’t think I will ever get tired of it.

Promoting the Latino Voice in the Theater

L.A.'s Latino Theater Company is one of the recipients of a National Endowment of the Arts' Art Grants this year.

Mike Tyson to Tour with Solo Show

"Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth," the boxer's solo Broadway show, will tour the country, including a stop in L.A.

Jason Alexander’s Theatre Co. Hires Stephen Eich to Lead Comeback

Reprise Theatre Company announced it has hired veteran executive Stephen Eich as consulting producer to help it restart production in the New Year.