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Songs for a New World

March 9, 2026

Hillbarn Theatre & Conservatory strikes chords deep with its timely, touching, and thought-provoking “Songs for a New World” in a production well-worth a night at live theatre.

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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

March 2, 2026

While “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” may not make many lists for one of the greats of twentieth-century musicals, there is much in the script and music to elicit a fully enjoyable and entertaining evening, especially when put in the hands of this enthusiastic, energized cast of Foothill Music Theatre.

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After Happy

March 1, 2026

Patricia Milton’s “After Happy” is Central Works’ 49th world premiere and a play that sizzles like a whodunit except the ‘it’ has yet to happen and the mystery is to figure out what the ‘it’ actually is.  

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All My Sons

February 26, 2026

With a cast and a production worthy of any Broadway stage, Berkeley Repertory Theatre opens an “All My Sons” that grabs, grips, and will not let go as we are captivated and challenged by a story in which our sympathies and empathies are put to an excruciating test.

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Paranormal Activity

February 25, 2026

ACT’s “Paranormal Activity” is sure to cause some sweaty palms, nervous laughter, gasped breaths, and maybe even a sudden half-scream from audience members.

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My Fair Lady

February 24, 2026

Like Eliza herself, The Pear Theatre’s “My Fair Lady” is at times a bit rough around the edges but at the heart, is a gratifying evening with some highlight performances to be thoroughly appreciated and enjoyed.

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