Matt Shakman Directs Forgiveness at Multi-Awarded Black Dahlia

Matt Shakman Directs Forgiveness at Multi-Awarded Black Dahlia

Features by Gary Ballard  |  March 24, 2010

Over the last decade Shakman’s Dahlia productions have won numerous LADCC, GLAAD, Ovation, Garland and LA Weekly Awards while staying true to his stated intention of “the Black Dahlia is dedicated to the development and production of new plays by both established and emerging writers.” READ MORE

LADCC Nominated Browning Version Extends at Pacific Resident Theatre

LADCC Nominated Browning Version Extends at Pacific Resident Theatre

Features by Gary Ballard  |  March 5, 2010

When asked about the standing ovation received at a recent matinee of The Browning Version star Bruce French replies, “I’m happy to say the audience response has been quite wonderful for this show.” READ MORE

Playwright Doug Haverty Goes into His Dance

Playwright Doug Haverty Goes into His Dance

Features by Gary Ballard  |  February 12, 2010

To say Doug Haverty enjoys a full dance card might be metaphorically tripping the light fantastic even as it brushes against reality in a literal sense. READ MORE

Richard Israel’s Scoundrels Invade Interact’s Home at NoHo

Richard Israel’s Scoundrels Invade Interact’s Home at NoHo

Features by Gary Ballard  |  February 11, 2010

Interact Theatre has its share of rascals lining up to spread their mischief these days and director Richard Israel has drawn the task of keeping them corralled or at least guiding their villainy to the enjoyment of Interact subscribers. READ MORE