Gina Harris Moves Us with Her Original Songs by Robert M. Gardner In “The Magic of Ordinary Things,” Gina Harris creates a solo musical memoir, taking us back to her childhood. Harris’ original songs detail simple pleasures, as she grows from a little California girl into an accomplished young woman. She paints with tender…
David Hirata Spins a Tale of Identity & Illusion by Patricia L. Morin David Hirata, magician and storyteller, engages us immediately with his relaxed style. A cart with a wooden box stands near-by capturing our curiosity as “The Bridge over the River Kwai” plays softly. In “A Box Without A Bottom,” Hirata unfolds his…
Millennial Notes Geetha Reddy’s Solo Show Illuminates Classic Tales by Tanvi Agrawal Playwright Geetha Reddy takes the vast, ancient Indian epic poem, the “Mahabharata” and transforms it into an impressive one-person show. Inimitable J Jha, the only performer, impressively rattles through story after story—trying to fit thousands of years into a couple of hours….
Millennial Notes Robert Townsend Reveals Unique Hollywood Success by Jordan Freed Throughout his solo show “Living the Shuffle,” Robert Townsend recounts a touching journey with his faith. Faith comes up early on, as a young Townsend prays for God to keep his mother safe. It’s a risky move in a town like Berkeley, yet…