Arts and LifestyleTheatre Review: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the ForumApril 30, 2014 | Jeff HudsonRomans in togas and clever slaves who outwit their masters are the characters in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. It's a Stephen Sondheim musical being remounted now at the Sacramento Theatre Company. Critic Jeff Hudson has a review. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleStockton Asparagus Festival Kicks-Off This WeekendApril 25, 2014 | Rich IbarraA festival that pays homage to the asparagus grown in the Delta kicks off this weekend for a three-day run. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleReview: Community Asian Theatre of the Sierra Celebrates 20th Year with Miss Saigon MusicalApril 23, 2014 | Jeff HudsonCommunity Asian Theatre of the Sierra stages just one show per year, and it’s always a lavish effort with an Asian theme. For its 20th anniversary production, the Nevada City based company has chosen "Miss Saigon," a Vietnam War-inspired musical. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleTheatre Review: The Vanishing PointApril 18, 2014 | Jeff HudsonThe current show at Sacramento’s California Stage is set in Louisiana bayous. It contrasts an aging Cajun shrimper with his sons. Critic Jeff Hudson reviews The Vanishing Point. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleSecond Saturday Now With Earlier EventsApril 7, 2014 | Bob MoffittBeginning this week, Sacramento's "Second Saturday" arts and culture events will include events that start earlier than in the day and that will include the Midtown Farmers Market. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleMickey Rooney Dies At 93April 6, 2014Legendary actor Mickey Rooney has died at age 93 according to entertainment website Variety.com and USA Today.
Arts and LifestyleTheatre Review: 4000 MilesApril 1, 2014An unusual relationship between a 91-year-old woman and her 21-year-old grandson -- who’s in the midst of a cross-country bicycle trip -- is the focus of this Pulitzer-nominated drama. It glitters with uncommon insights about life and death. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.