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Here are links to some recent reviews and news stories about Coachella Valley Repertory:
– Casting Set for Revised Version of “Ballroom” Musical
Article by Andrew Gans for Playbill.com
– Great Drama (second item down)
“Good People” Recommended by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun “Best Bets”
– “Good People” at CVRep Theatre is Masterful
Reviewed by Kay Kudukis for BroadwayWorld.com
– A Stage Review of “Good People”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– CVRep Wraps 10th Season with a Winning Potent Production of “Good People”
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– “Good People” Reviewed by Stephen Radosh
for Gay Desert Guide
– The Power of Environment and Memory: CVRep’s “Good People” is a Marvelously Acted Look at the Conflict Between Truth and Rationalization
Reviewed by V.J. Hume for Coachella Valley Independent
– Looking for the Good in People
“Good People” Reviewed by Winston Gieseke for Palm Springs Life
– A Stage Review of “Chess”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– “Chess” Reviewed by Stephen Radosh
for Gay Desert Guide
– CVRep of Cathedral City Premieres the Musical “Chess” in their New Venue
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– Checkmate! CVRep Opens uts Stunning New Playhouse with a Fantastic Production of the Musical “Chess”
Reviewed by Bonnie Gilgallon for Coachella Valley Independent
– A Stage Review of “White”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– “CVRep Theatre Stages WHITE as its Final Production at their Atrium Venue”
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– “WHITE at CVRep Theater”
Reviewed by Kay Kudukis for BroadwayWorld.com
– “White” Reviewed by Stephen Radosh
for Gay Desert Guide
“White” Reviewed by Winston Geiseke for Palm Springs Life
– “WHITE: Race, Gender, Sexuality, Politics, Theatrical Gold”
Rage Monthly Magazine interview with Ron Celona. Written by Tom Andrew
– “How I Learned To Drive” at CVRep Theater is More Than Worth the Trip
Reviewed by Kay Kudukis for BroadwayWorld.com
– A Stage Review of “How I Learned To Drive”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– Potent and relevant drama “How I Learned To Drive” at CVRep Theatre Rancho Mirage
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– “How I Learned To Drive” A Review by Stephen Radosh
for Gay Desert Guide
Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre – Desert Living Show from Desert Living Show on Vimeo.
– CVRep Presented Cabaret Singer Leslie Page in her new show “A Tapestry Through Music”
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalnews.com
– A Lovely, Light-Hearted Ride: CVRep’s “2 Across” Is an Upbeat, Fun Success
Reviewed by Bonnie Gilgallon for Coachella Valley Independent
– “2 Across” at Coachella Valley Repertory
Reviewed by Stan Jenson for BroadwayWorld.com
– Fans of Crossword Puzzles Will Enjoy CVRep’s Latest Comedy “2 Across”
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– A Stage Review of “2 Across”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– “2 Across” A Review by Stephen Radosh
for Gay Desert Guide
– Absurd and Awesome: CVRep’s “The Goat, or Who is Sylvia?” Soars Because of an Impeccable Cast and Fantastic Direction
Reviewed by V.J. Hume for Coachella Valley Independent
– “The Goat, or Who is Sylvia” Reviewed by Stephen Radosh
for Gay Desert Guide
– Powerful Dark Tragicomedy Now On CVRep Stage in Rancho Mirage
“The Goat, or Who is Sylvia?” reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– Thought-provoking (second item down)
“The Goat, or Who is Sylvia” recommended by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun “Hot Picks”
– Electric Chemistry: CVRep’s “Romance/Romance” Offers Two Phenomenal Journeys
Reviewed by Bonnie Gilgallon for Coachella Valley Independent
– CVRep’s “Romance/Romance” is a Sweet, Feel-Good Winner
Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– CVRep Theatre of Rancho Mirage Presents a Four Character Musical Gem
“Romance/Romance” reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– “Romance/Romance” A Review by Stephen Radosh
for Gay Desert Guide
– “Romance/Romance” (second item down)
Recommended by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun “Hot Picks”
– CVRep Artistic Director Ron Celona discusses plans to renovate the former IMAX theater in Cathedral City into a new Carol Channing Playhouse
Article written by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– Casting Chaos: CVRep’s Fantastic “Venus in Fur,” With Its Sexual Power Dynamics, Could Not Be More Timely
Reviewed by V.J. Hume for Coachella Valley Independent
– A Flawless Riveting “Venus In Fur” Onstage at CVRep Rancho Mirage
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– A Stage Review of “Venus In Fur”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– “Venus In Fur” (second item down)
Recommended by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun “Hot Picks”
– CVRep Presents an Excellent Production of a Disturbing Play
“Venus In Fur” Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– “Venus In Fur” A Review by Stephen Radosh
for Gay Desert Guide
– Know a Theatre: Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre of Rancho Mirage, Calif.
American Theatre Magazine interview with CVRep Founding Artistic Director Ron Celona
– CVRep’s “Later Life” Evokes Thought on Embracing the Twilight Years
Reviewed by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– A Reunion at a Party: CV Rep’s Masterful Production of “Later Life” Shows Off Great Acting, Universal Lessons
Reviewed by V.J. Hume for Coachella Valley Independent
– A.R. Gurney’s Comedy “Later Life” Now On Stage At CVRep
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– CVRep’s “Later Life” is an Engaging Play, Expertly Presented
Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– CVRep’s “Disgraced” is an Eye-Opening Achievement of Theatre
Reviewed by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– A Stage Review of “Disgraced”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– Culture, Religion and Identity: CV Rep’s Splendid Production of “Disgraced” Couldn’t Be More Timely
Reviewed by Bonnie Gilgallon for Coachella Valley Independent
– Powerful Award Winning Drama On Stage at CVRep
“Disgraced” Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– A Stage Review of “Baby, The Musical”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– Coachella Valley Rep gives birth to hit musical “Baby”
Reviewed by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– CVRep Theatre Debuts a Delightful Musical
“Baby” Reviewed by Jack Lyons for Desert Star Weekly
– Oh ‘Baby’! Coachella Valley Repertory’s Latest Musical Hits All the Right Notes
Reviewed by Bonnie Gilgallon for Coachella Valley Independent
– Coachella Valley Repertory Starts its Season with a Spirited Production of “Annapurna” a Comic Drama with Heart
Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– A Stage Review of “Annapurna”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– Know Your Neighbors: CVRep Shows the Power of Theater to the Valley’s Students
“Push” article by Anita Rufus for Coachella Valley Independent
– Finely drawn characters drive “4000 Miles” play
Reviewed by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– Coachella Valley Repertory Scores Another Coup with its Production of “4000 Miles”
Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– Generational Gaps and Identity: CVRep Wraps Up a Masterful Season with “4000 Miles”
Reviewed by V.J. Hume for Coachella Valley Independent
– A Stage Review of “4000 Miles”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– CVRep Theatre Ends 7th Season with Poignant Drama
“4000 Miles” Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– Coachella Valley Repertory’s “I Am My Own Wife” is Another Must-See
Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– A True Tour de Force: Vince Gatton’s Performance in CVRep’s “I Am My Own Wife” Is Simply Stunning
Reviewed by V.J. Hume for Coachella Valley Independent
– Acclaimed Drama Debuts at CVRep Theatre
“I Am My Own Wife” Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– CVRep’s “I Am My Own Wife” a Meditation On Identity As Dress-Up
Reviewed by Armin Callo for InfluxMagazine.com
– A Stage Review of “I Am My Own Wife”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– “Class Act” is what Edward Kleban did for love
Reviewed by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– CVRep Launches Second Production of 2016 Season with “A Class Act” – A Musical About Musicals
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– They Put in the Work: “A Class Act” CVRep’s Most Ambitious Production to Date
Reviewed by V.J. Hume for Coachella Valley Independent
– CVRep’s “A Class Act” is Enjoyable Musical Theatre
Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– CVRep play “Happy Hour,” is good enough for New York
Reviewed by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– Coachella Valley Repertory’s “Happy Hour” is Outstanding in Every Way, and Another Must-See
Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– World Premiere Comedy-Drama About Aging at CVRep
“Happy Hour” reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– Raise Your Glasses: CVRep’s World Premiere of “Happy Hour” Deserves a Rousing Toast
Reviewed by Bonnie Gilgallon for Coachella Valley Independent
– Know Your Neighbors: CVRep Puts the Spotlight on Girls Who Bully Other Girls
“The Secret Life of Girls” article by Anita Rufus for Coachella Valley Independent
– A Stage Review of “The Secret Life of Girls”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– Final Weekend
“Hold These Truths” reviewed by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– Compelling Story of One Man’s Courageous Stand For Justice is On Stage at CVRep Theatre
“Hold These Truths” reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– CVRep’s “Hold These Truths” is a Tour de Force
Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– The Nail That Sticks Up: Blake Kushi Is Magnificent as a Real-Life Hero in CVRep’s “Hold These Truths“
Reviewed by Bonnie Gilgallon for Coachella Valley Independent
– Hot Picks: Coachella Valley Rep Scores Again
“La Gringa” reviewed by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– A Stage Review of “La Gringa”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– Family Ties: CVRep’s “La Gringa” Reminds That Home Is Where the Heart Is
Reviewed by Bonnie Gilgallon for Coachella Valley Independent
– Charming Family Comedy/Drama Scores at CVRep Theatre
“La Gringa” reviewed by Jack Lyons for Desert Star Weekly (page 19)
– “Having Our Say” is Another Brilliant CVRep Production
Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– Continuing Drama (second story in Bruce Fessier’s weekly A&E column)
“Having Our Say, The Delany Sisters’ First Hundred Years” reviewed by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– The Wisdom of Age is Tenderly Played Out on CVRep Stage
“Having Our Say, The Delany Sisters’ First Hundred Years” reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– Just Beautiful: H. Chris Brown and Regina Randolph Make CVRep’s “Having Our Say” a Touching Triumph
Reviewed by V.J. Hume for Coachella Valley Independent
– A Stage Review of “Having Our Say, The Delany Sisters’ First Hundred Years”
Reviewed by Dee Jae Cox for Coachella Valley Weekly
– Winning Comedy Drama About Aging Touches Audiences
“Happy Hour” reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– CVRep Launches Stage Season with Eye-Opener
“The Chosen” and “A Magical Evening of Luminaries” reviewed by Bruce Fessier for The Desert Sun
– We Identify: Five Talented Actors Deliver Powerful Universal Themes in CVRep’s “The Chosen”
Reviewed by V.J. Hume for Coachella Valley Independent
– CVRep Launches 2014-2015 Season with Poignant Drama “The Chosen”
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– “The Chosen” Knocks One Out Of The Park in Rancho Mirage
Reviewed by Audrey Liebross for BroadwayWorld.com
– Awkwardness Of Intimacy Portrayed With Sensitivity At CVRep’s Season Closer
“Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune” reviewed by Armin Callo for InfluxMagazine.com
– Chemistry in Spades: CVRep’s “Frankie and Johnny” Is Funny, Moving and Simply Fabulous
Reviewed by Bonnie Gilgallon for Coachella Valley Independent
– Deliciously Provocative “Ganesh” Served To Perfection At CVRep
“A Perfect Ganesh” reviewed by Armin Callo for InfluxMagazine.com
– Terrence McNally Drama On Stage at CVRep in Rancho Mirage
“A Perfect Ganesh”reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– “The Story Of My Life” at CVRep Proves That It’s A Wonderful Life Indeed
Reviewed by Armin Callo for InfluxMagazine.com
– Two Man Musical at CVRep is Poignant and Winning
“The Story Of My Life” reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– Bravo! Bravo! Marina Re Is Stunning as Maria Callas in CVRep’s Production of “Master Class”
Reviewed by VJ Hume for Coachella Valley Independent
– Terrence McNally’s Acerbic “Master Class” Dominates at CV Rep
Reviewed by Armin Callo for InfluxMagazine.com
– CVRep Theatre Receives A+ For “Master Class” Production
Reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– “Sunset Limited” shines for the Palm Springs faithful and nonbelievers
Reviewed by Will Dean, editor of Desert Outlook Magazine
– Strong Performances At CV Repertory Theatre
“Sunset Limited” reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– CV Rep’s Plays Engage Students on Touchy Subjects
“Thank You for Flushing My Head in the Toilet…” reviewed by Jim Powers for Palm Springs Life
– CVRep Company Debuts 2nd Season With A Winning Production
”Collected Stories” reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– New Theatre Gives Birth To A Winning Production
”The Woolgatherer” reviewed by Jack Lyons for DesertLocalNews.com
– CV Repertory is profiled in prestigious LA Stage Times magazine!