“Native Son” at the Kirk Douglas

The final play in Center Theatre Group’s annual Block Party offers a chilling comparison of race relations and injustice in the 1930s to today.

“Rough Magic” cast its spell on USC audiences

The USC School of Dramatic Arts production brought magic to campus.

“Falsettos” marches into the Ahmanson Theater

Feminist Media Festival promotes diverse storytelling in film

The third annual event, held last Sunday by USC Women in Cinematic Arts, featured eight unique short films and film-related workshops.

“Argonautika:” a dance between the actors and their world

A Noise Within stages a Greek myth of Jason and the Argonauts by creating a high-intensity world at sea with the pairing of athletic actors and innovative design.

Catching Up With: Mary Kamitaki

The USC alum’s new play, “Southernmost” premiered at Atwater Village this weekend. She spoke with Aja Houston about the production and her process.

“The Mother of Henry” remembers the Latino lives lost in Vietnam

Playwright Evelina Fernández captures the tumult that rocked 1960s Boyle Heights with magical realism.

“Black Super Hero Magic Mama” gives voice to black mothers

Geffen Playhouse production provides a new and realistic perspective of police brutality and news coverage in the form of a comic book.