Latino theater continues its five-decade rise in the Sacramento region
By Marcus Crowder In early April, Manuel Pickett gave a guest lecture in the Playwrights’ Theatre on the campus of Sacramento State about his involvement…
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Sacramento’s community theaters strive to keep their seats filled — and see signs of progress
By Patti Roberts Local performing arts companies have always faced challenges in attracting audiences, choosing relatable shows and managing finances. In recent years, they’ve also…
There’s a call for more diversity in Sacramento theater and local stages are responding
By Patti Roberts As Hamilton lyrics ask: “Who remembers your name, who keeps your flame, who tells your story?” It’s always been the storytellers, whether…
Fifteen Minutes: Roman Sanchez, Teatro Espejo
Teatro Espejo, a four-decade Sacramento institution of Latinx/Chicanx live performance, has grappled with how to connect with audiences after a year of darkened stages. Like…
Sacramento Artist Corps puts artists to work to serve their community
Marie Acosta drew inspiration from the Works Progress Administration to help artists during the pandemic In response to mass unemployment caused by the Great Depression,…