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Inferno Theatre Galileo's Daughters

San Jose: Religion collides with science in ‘Galileo’s Daughters’

Among Galileo Galilei's more radical notions was heliocentricism, which suggested that the sun, not the earth, was the center of the known universe.
Tips for thriving during transition

6 Tips for thriving in transition

Perhaps like you, I have made frequent transitions in my life: residences, businesses, jobs, and interests. Here are some ideas for how to move from surviving to thriving in the midst of a transition.
Saratoga Chocolates

San Francisco Chocolate Salon satisfies the sweet tooth

In addition to tasting various samples of chocolate vendors were also offering toffee, marshmallows, wine, and high end spirits such as Väd vodka.
Rose (Lorie Goulart), Mrs. Graves (Marie Ballentine) and Lotty (Rebecca Wallace)

‘Enchanted April’: A little gem that lives up to its name!

For 32 years the Northside Theatre Company has brought exceptional theatre to the South Bay. Its productions invariably exceed well beyond one’s expectations. It has earned your wholehearted support!

Review: Urban beats of ‘Stomp’ bring standing ovations in San Jose

There was quite a bit of skilled tapping and dancing throughout the show and some of the performers such as Donisha Brown have a great skill at taking a beat and transforming it into an all out musical outburst of energy.
Lost in their own worlds, Joan (Samantha Bruce) and Jim (Michael Scott Wells) reveal their romantic longings in the classic Gershwin song "The Man I Love (The Girl I Love)" in Strike Up the Band.

‘Strike up the Band’ another winner from the San Francisco Company that knows how!

This wonderful production once again demonstrates the depth of talent and creativity that one has come to expect when visiting the Eureka Theatre in San Francisco.

Raise a Toast with San Francisco’s ‘Toast of the Town 2011’

Where else can you pair a fabulous Joseph Phelps 2006 Insignia with Jack and Jason’s Double Chocolate Pancakes and Lucero Olive Oil Company’s olive oil ice cream sundaes topped with flavored olive oils?
Palm Tree. Vacation. Ahhh...

Jonesin’ for a vacation?

[va-ca-tion (noun) 1. A period of suspension of work, study, or other activity, 2. Leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure, 3. Freedom or release from duty, business, or activity.]
Tom Woosnam and Pennell Chapin in Coastal Rep's production of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

Review: Coastal Rep’s ‘Woolf’ an elegant production of a milestone in American theatre

A trip to the beautiful seaside town of Half Moon Bay could not be more worthwhile!
Lisa Marie Woods as Louise

Lyric Theatre’s ‘Carousel’: Fine production of flawed masterpiece

Special recognition must go to Lisa Marie Woods, who seizes the opportunity to showcase her dramatic skill and expressive balletic moves during an exquisitely choreographed ballet sequence. Bravo!