By Rebecca Romani November 3, 2022 Bizet’s “Carmen,” taken from the French writer Prosper Merimée’s 1845 novela of the same name, is probably one of the most beloved of the...
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THE BUZZ: Latinx Play Festival Turns 5 Amid Pandemic Restrictions
By Rebecca Romani September 3, 2021 One of the more innovative theatre programs in San Diego Theatre celebrates a big milestone this year amid pandemic concerns. The San Diego Rep’s...
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THE BUZZ: A Strong Ending To A Strong Festival – San Diego Arab Film Fest
By Rebecca Romani June 18, 2021 Oscar Contenders and promising first features dominate the 10th annual San Diego Arab Film Festival (SDAFF) as it continues its major feature programming through...
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THE BUZZ: The San Diego Arab Film Festival Celebrates 10 Years
By Rebecca Romani June 5, 2021 For a film festival to enter its 10th year under normal circumstances is not always a given, but to hit that milestone on the...
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THE BUZZ: San Diego Shorts Festival Big On Selections
Article by Rebecca Romani May 15, 2021 With run times of 30 minutes and under, the San Diego International Film Festival’s first Shorts Fest is handling the pandemic with panache....
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THE BUZZ: A Mighty Presence, A Profound Loss
An Iconic Presence in San Diego Arts, Larry Baza Passes at 76 By Rebecca Romani March 1, 2021 The news spread like a raging wildfire and mere hours later, messages...
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