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Nick Veronin on April 19, 2018
When it comes to rock & roll’s most iconic drummers, Keith Moon of The Who ranks high on the list—right alongside the likes of John Bonham and Danny Carrey. Known for his explosive style, explosive alcohol consumption and the explosion he set off on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, Moon’s demons ultimately…
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Kristin Lam on April 12, 2018
Danger, romance, puns and quips await Loreena and Rick in the streets, docks and nightclubs of Macao, China, in 1952. An enigmatic villain and murder mystery only adds to the musical’s affectionate parody of 1940s and ’50s Hollywood film noir classics. From “Mambo Malaysian” to “Mister McGuffin,” the catchy tunes and lyrics…
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Jaleny Reyes on April 11, 2018
In the wake of recent mass shootings and the supercharged political climate, KQED is exploring a number of hot button issues in a new six-part series. The public news outlet will host live conversations that explore race, gender, immigration, extremism and more at multiple locations around the Bay Area. The focus is…
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Jaleny Reyes on April 11, 2018
Overseen by bestselling author and playwright Iris Rainer Dart, The People in The Picture will have its West Coast premiere in San Jose. Dart’s play follows the story of Bubbie, a Holocaust survivor who recalls her life in the Yiddish theater. As she tells stories to her granddaughter, Jenny, the audience is…
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Salvatore Maxwell on April 11, 2018
The Postman Always Rings Twice comes to life on stage as never seen before. James M. Cain’s 1934 novel has been given a film treatment multiple times: including in Tay Garnett’s 1946 box office success, and in the Jack Nicholson-starring 1981 movie. The Stage presents a brand new adaptation of this sadistic…
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Richard von Busack on March 29, 2018
The magnificent enigma of Tommy Wiseau was observed up close by Greg Sestero, who played Mark in the auteur’s 2003 The Room; Sestero was Wiseau’s friend, line producer and housemate, and later the author of the memoir The Disaster Artist. Sestero’s book was adapted last year by Palo Alto-bred actor and director…
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Kristin Lam on March 29, 2018
One of Shakespeare’s most controversial plays, this 400-year-old dramedy shines the spotlight on a society struggling with xenophobia and classism. Antonio, a Venetian merchant, finds himself mired in debt while Shylock, a Jewish moneylender, battles rampant anti-semitism. From the revengeful “Hath not a Jew eyes?” monologue to lighthearted ring exchanges between lovers,…
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Kristin Lam on March 29, 2018
Bombarded by a cacophony of hype and spin, from the Kardashians to political scandals, everyman Robert doesn’t know who he is or what be believes anymore. Inner voices assist his modern-day search for purpose in a hysterical alternative universe. During the hit off-Broadway solo play, Robert Dubac portrays his Voice of Reason,…
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Jaleny Reyes on March 29, 2018
As part of the Hammer’s National Geographic Live series, Ocean Soul will showcase the work of photographer Brian Skerry. With a mission to enlighten and inspire people to care about the oceanic world, he has spent more than 10,000 hours under the sea capturing images of thousands of mysterious and fascinating underwater…
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Jaleny Reyes on March 22, 2018
San Jose is now home to a new mural, Sophie Holding the World Together. The 7-year-old Los Angeles native Sophie Cruz is a daughter of immigrant parents from Oaxaca, Mexico. She made headlines in 2015 after crossing a police barrier during Pope Francis’ visit to Washington, D.C. Last year, she gave a…
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