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September 26, 12:48 pm

Theater review: ‘Dragon Lady’ lights up stage with expressive multi-generational tale

This post was updated Oct. 1 at 8:39 p.m. With “Dragon Lady,” Sara Porkalob has created a fiery theatrical supernova. The one-woman show is the first of three plays in “The Dragon Cycle,” a series that also includes “Dragon Mama” and the upcoming “Dragon Baby,” all written and performed by the Filipina American playwright. Read more...

Photo: Sara Porkalob stands below a scaled red arch on the stage of “Dragon Lady.” The one-woman show is running at the Geffen Playhouse’s Gil Cates Theater through Oct. 6. (Courtesy of Jeff Lorch)

Arts, Theater & Fine Arts

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September 20, 9:21 pm

The Color Box spotlights stories of underrepresented communities in theater

Blending vibrant productions, compelling stories and diverse casts, The Color Box Production Company colors outside the lines of traditional theater. Founded in 2017, The Color Box is a student-run theater production company that spotlights diverse communities and their stories. Read more...

Photo: Pictured are three members of The Color Box Production Company performing its February production of “Everybody’s Talking About Jamie.” The student-run organization aims to cultivate an inclusive and diverse space for film and theater students alike. (Courtesy of The Color Box)

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August 26, 12:27 pm

Theater review: ‘The Brothers Size’ redefines brotherhood, remains relevant, transformative

Warning: spoilers ahead. Blurring the boundaries of family and traditional storytelling, “The Brothers Size” serves as a raw exploration of love and loyalty. Currently showing at the Geffen Playhouse’s Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater until Sep. Read more...

Photo: Encompassed in a circle of asphalt, Alani Ilongwe’s Oshoosi (left) and Sheaun McKinney’s Ogun (right) sit center stage. After 20 years since it was first written, “The Brothers Size” will be celebrating its anniversary at the Geffen Playhouse until September 8. (Courtesy of Jeff Lorch)

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August 19, 9:04 pm

Alumnus Shizu Saldamando recognizes community importance, diversity in artwork

With every piece, Shizu Saldamando highlights the beauty of human connection. With work ranging from sculptures to videos to portraits, Saldamando said her pieces depict the people surrounding her and demonstrate the importance of communities. Read more...

Photo: Shizu Saldamando’s “Portrait of Gabriela Ruiz” is six feet by four feet and uses oil paint, rhinestones and collage techniques on a wood panel. The alumnus was recently awarded with a grant from the Trellis Art Fund, a New York-based private foundation. (Courtesy of Joshua White Photography)

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August 6, 12:48 pm

Theater review: Contemporary revival of classic musical ‘Company’ is something to be celebrated

This post was updated Aug. 11 at 7:05 p.m. Although the party may be over, “Company” is far from blowing out its candles anytime soon. Until Aug. Read more...

Photo: Sitting center, Britney Coleman as Bobbie contemplates the societal pressures of turning 35. Until Aug. 18, the critically acclaimed musical “Company” will be showing at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. (Courtesy of Matthew Murphy for MurphyMade)


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