Okay. I’m going to vent. Well… not exactly a complete 100% rant because there are some instances of excellence to point out. However, sometimes I really wonder what people are thinking. READ MORE
Tim Wright, Circle X and The Good Book
by Mark Kinsey Stephenson | July 27, 2010
It is a pleasant summer afternoon in Los Angeles, not one of the blistering heat days officially marking the season. Light stubble shades the face of youthful Tim Wright, Artistic Director of well-respected Circle X Theatre Co., as he sits comfortably in a large room located at historic Hollywood United Methodist Church. READ MORE
After Dinner Conversation With Brian Kite
by Mark Kinsey Stephenson | June 14, 2010
Producing Artistic Director Brian Kite’s star shines brightly over the City of La Mirada, twinkling more so with current production Dinner With Friends, Donald Margulies’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play. READ MORE
Streeping with David Dean Bottrell
by Mark Kinsey Stephenson | June 8, 2010
In October 2009, there was a blog article written by Tom Provenzano about David Dean Bottrell. While it may seem like a love-fest pile-on, I thought I’d add my two cents into the mix about this interesting cat. READ MORE
The Mosaic…and Goodness of Humankind
by Mark Kinsey Stephenson | May 22, 2010
Art is absolutely fascinating in its many shapes and forms. To be a part of this creative community of artists is a joy for a multitude of reasons. READ MORE
If a Tree Fell in the Woods…
by Mark Kinsey Stephenson | September 3, 2009
…I would’ve definitely heard it in the post-apocalyptic world created by playwright Henry Murray in the world premiere of Treefall presented by Rogue Machine at Theatre/Theater. READ MORE
We All Need Encouragement
by Mark Kinsey Stephenson | July 8, 2009
Wednesday evening made me reflect on friends (and loved ones) who give encouragement to those of us in the entertainment industry. READ MORE
PRAISE WHERE PRAISE IS DUE; YET,…
by Mark Kinsey Stephenson | November 10, 2008
390 eligible productions. 390!!! Yes, that was the number of shows that were under consideration for nominations this year for an Ovation award. It’s sort of mind-boggling when you think about it. That’s more productions than there are days in…
The Accomplices
by Mark Kinsey Stephenson | September 5, 2008
This past week, I was able to see THE ACCOMPLICES at the Fountain Theatre. Congratulations to a stellar cast, strong director and to the producer and theatre for taking on such a moving, powerful project about relatively unknown Jewish activist…
Free Theatre
by Mark Kinsey Stephenson | August 19, 2008
What the devil does “free theatre” mean? Earlier this week, I was at a gathering of industry types (actors, directors, writers) and someone sidled up to me and asked, “Hey, Mark, you doing any more free theatre these days?” At…
