S.F. Mime Troupe Puts Bob Cratchit & Songs Center Stage by Barry David Horwitz In “A Red Carol,” the SF Mime Troupe has revealed the true focus of Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Performed in Z Space’s indoor, industrial, thrift store settings of old furniture and brilliant songs, The Mime Troupe offers a new vision….
Brian Copeland: A Genuine Christmas Gem, One Time Only by Barry David Horwitz Brian Copeland, famed for his “Not a Genuine Black Man” solo show, is our master story-teller. His gift to audiences during the holidays, “The Jewelry Box,” offers a treasure chest of wit, warmth, and wisdom. And it’s playing for only one…
Marcus Gardley Celebrates Her-Story from Africa to Oakland by Robert M. Gardner Marcus Gardley has written a great play celebrating Black community and sisterhood from Africa to Louisiana to Oakland. “A Thousand Ships” evoked a thunderous welcome on Sunday at Oakland Theater Project as heroic Black women looked on from framed photos. Randy…
Craig Lucas Deconstructs Dickens with Spectacle & Spirits by Jenyth Jo & Barry David Horwitz We know the story: Dickens contrasts Scrooge, a miserly, old, rich man with Tiny Tim, a poor, doomed child. “A Christmas Carol” entertains us with mystery, magic, and hope that Scrooge will share his wealth. But hs transformation remains…