“Mother Night” Shines Light on Nazi Trickery, at Custom Made Theatre, S.F.
Millennial Notes Brian Katz & Kurt Vonnegut Collude on WWII Drama by Ben Sloan 2017 marks a resurgence of Russian collusion, Neo-Nazis, and American nationalism. What marks the dividing line between shady Russians, and white male oligarchs, like D.T., who now represents the much trumpeted “Freest” country in the world? It’s getting hard to…
“The Roommate” Evokes Funny Female Feelings, at S.F. Playhouse
Jen Silverman Blends Iowa Housewife and Bronx Vegan by Tyler Jeffreys They say relationships teach us about ourselves, and that we grow after each one ends. Jen Silverman’s “The Roommate” gives us an introspective glimpse into two retired women as they fondle the unexpected. Silverman’s dark comedy follows a Midwestern homeowner Sharon and Robyn…
“Monsoon Wedding” Celebrates India at Berkeley Rep
Millennial Notes Mira Nair Whips Up a Wonderful Marriage of East and West by Suraj Ramrakhyani Director Mira Nair must have decided early into production that she wasn’t going for a soft, dramatic performance. “Monsoon Wedding” is wild from start to finish. The world premiere musical at Berkeley Rep is based on her 2001…