Tag archive for ‘theater’

  • ‘Super Villain’ returns for encore weekend

    2/03/10 • (0)

    After receiving a record eight “Empties” awards for his production at The Empty Space Theatre, playwright James Kopp brings his dark, comic book comedy back for one weekend only.

  • “Thrill Me” puts chilling true-crime story to music

    1/14/10 • (1)

    The Empty Space Theatre’s production of “Thrill Me” reveals the series of events in 1924 Chicago that led about-to-be law students Leopold and Loeb to be forever remembered as “the thrill killers.”

  • ‘True West’ is an intense tale of sibling rivalry

    1/07/10 • (0)

    Spotlight Theatre’s production of “True West” is about more than a brotherly battle. It’s a look at the dual nature of identity that resides in all of us, writes director Jennifer Sampson.

  • Celebrate the holidays this First Friday

    11/30/09 • (0)

    Carolers, carriage rides, Christmas shopping and photos with Santa turn this month’s First Friday arts stroll into a holiday celebration. Friday evening, Dec. 4, the Downtown Arts District will feature a variety of events for adults, children and even pooches.

  • What to do this week: Halloween edition!

    10/27/09 • (0)

    Haunted houses, theatrical performances, and children’s events — there is something for everyone this week and weekend as Bakersfield celebrates Halloween.

  • Community concert season off to a jiving start

    10/19/09 • (0)

    Series opens with a tribute to old-time jazz by the Jim Cullum Jazz Band. Next up: an international journey with the Russian Seasons Dance Company.

  • Get some popcorn, it’s time for FLICS

    9/09/09 • (0)

    Bakersfield’s international film society kicks off its 28th season this Friday, Sept. 11, at the Fox Theater.

  • Spotlight’s ‘Grapes of Wrath’ a timely lesson in human spirit

    9/07/09 • (3)

    The stage adaption of John Steinbeck’s classic American novel brings home the struggle to survive.

  • First Friday is full of opening nights

    9/01/09 • (2)

    Downtown galleries and theaters are kicking off the fall season with several new shows this week – all celebrating local culture and heritage.

  • For CIA, improv is funny business

    8/28/09 • (0)

    Just because you graduate from high school doesn’t mean you have to stop being the class clown. For one group of former Highland High School students – and their teacher – clowning around just may turn into a viable business.