The S.S. American luxury cruise liner has docked at Altarena Playhouse through April 26, and everyone is invited aboard for "Anything Goes." Gene Kahane calls the musical "gloriously schmaltzy" and "so much fun." Photos by Grizzly De Haro. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/altarena-playhouse-welcomes-audiences-aboard-with-anything-goes/
Temperatures are back down into the normal range this weekend, so you can get out and about—without dripping sweat. Check out local performances, artwork, whisky, and a free, family-friendly bash. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-local-arts-more/
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"This one-person play, directed brilliantly by Kimberly Ridgeway... is among the strongest offerings I’ve seen in several decades of shows at the Altarena," writes Gene Kahane about "Fully Committed." Catch the show through February 22. Photo by Grizzly De Haro. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/altarena-playhouse-fully-committed/
The rain is gone and we have some beautiful, sunny winter days on the schedule. This week in Alameda, catch the new Altarena Playhouse show, sing along to sixties hits, enjoy Dungeness crab season, and take time to move your body. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-lets-go/
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This week’s events are full of local charm, old favorites, and exciting new additions. Find a treasure at the 12th Annual Jewelry & More Sale benefitting FAAS, check out the ALAMEDUH Print Zine Launch Party and market, watch the Island Bowl in style, plan your garden, and catch a show at Altarena. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-live-love-local/
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Sound familiar? An ambitious young woman uses manipulation, lies, and blackmail in an attempt to become a Broadway actor in Altarena Playhouse's latest production, "The Wisdom of Eve." Gene Kahane attends the show and reflects on the original book by Mary Orr. Photos by Grizzly De Haro. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/the-wisdom-eve-2-0/
Delight your eyes, ears, and tastebuds this weekend without having to leave the island. Check out a car show, Altarena Playhouse’s latest production, a stand-up comedy show, and TWO food festivals! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-entertainment-food-festivals-cars/
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"'Good People' is the kind of theater this reviewer craves every time he sees a play: a story of truth, written with craft, performed by amazing actors led by an insightful, sensitive director," writes Gene Kahane of Altarena Playhouse's latest production. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/good-people-wicked-good/
Is your screen time starting to look like a full workday? Take a break from blue light this week with fun, local events around the island. Clean the beach, catch a show, grab a drink, or take a walk! (Pro tip: You might be able to do two of those at the same event.) https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-get-out-there/
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A lesser-known one act play by Tennessee Williams is bringing Southern Gothic overtures to Altarena Playhouse. "Set in New Orleans in 1937, the story is about the mysterious life and complex death of Sebastian Venable, poet and son to Violet Venable," writes Gene Kahane. Photos by Grizzly De Haro. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/suddenly-last-summer-explores-homosexuality-mental-illness/
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