Eric A. Gordon
LATEST ARTICLES BY Eric A. Gordon
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Electrifying “Zoot Suit” returns to the L.A. stage, a must-see
February 16, 2017An eye-popping new production of Zoot Suit, written and directed by Luis Valdez, is the hot ticket in L.A. these days, and People’s World has a starring role in it!
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“Silent Night” in San José shows futility of war, yearning for peace
February 15, 2017That miraculous day of peace on a bloody battlefield during World War I when Scottish, French and German soldiers warily crawled out of their trenches to negotiate an unofficial Christmas Eve ceasefire among themselves.
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Defending Planned Parenthood in San José and nationwide
February 14, 2017A sign held high in the crowd struck an important, essential note that opponents really ought to think about: “Thanks to Planned Parenthood I’ve never needed an abortion.”
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“Plasticity”: Slow work of the brain, an actor’s quick-change triumph
February 10, 2017This is a theatrical experience well worth seeking out. It breaks new ground as a tour de force.
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Gilbert & Sullivan’s “Patience”: Satire lifts up the common people
February 9, 2017A healthy skepticism laced with broad humor can go a long way toward keeping public officials honest and above-board.
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The riveting Rosies: The World War II home front in Richmond, California
February 7, 2017Every Friday, visitors to the Rosie the Riveter World War II Home Front National Historical Park have the opportunity to meet with some of the original Rosies.
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Trump meets only hand-picked backers for Black History Month
February 6, 2017What does the president notice about Frederick Douglass? Seemingly only that he commands a certain buzz.
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Anti-apartheid musical “Lost in the Stars” a stunning success in L.A.
February 2, 2017Anderson’s stage adaptation for Weill is based on Alan Paton’s novel "Cry, the Beloved Country."
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