Linda Hodges and Nick Hodges

Linda Hodges and Nick Hodges Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage provides a wide-ranging look into select productions that are premiering or touring in the Bay area.

Dedicated to enhancing the theater-going experience, this mother/son team gives you tips on show-focused and local "things to do" that will get you revved up and ready for the show - even before you enter the actual theater. They also give a theatre critics "what to watch for" perspective and do the ever popular celeb review! They're fun, campy and a little zany - just perfect for San Francisco!

Linda Hodges is a freelance writer who has been covering the vibrant and exciting San Francisco Bay Area theater scene for the past seven years. A dedicated theater aficionado, Linda first became involved in the dramatic arts while in college, becoming one of the first “techies” at her school to be voted into Delta Psi Omega, the National Theatre Honor Society. She holds a Masters in Theological Studies from Pacific School of Religion and maintains that theater, at its best, is a religious experience! Linda is currently working on her first novel and, as always, is looking forward to another opening night.

Nick Hodges has been a theatre critic with BroadwayWorld for four years now. He's performed in theater since the fifth grade and his passion for the arts has only continued to grow. Now 26, he currently studies acting at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco and has been in dozens of shows. He also did summer camps at Berkeley Rep and attended at Disney University in Orlando while also working at Disney World. Through these rich and varied experiences he has gained a deep perspective of what it truly takes to make a theatrical production successful. He is thrilled to be writing for BroadwayWorld!





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BWW Review: IF/THEN - Captivating Tale of What Might Have Been, Now Thru Dec. 6
BWW Review: IF/THEN - Captivating Tale of What Might Have Been, Now Thru Dec. 6
November 16, 2015

IF/THEN - Captivating Tale of What Might Have Been, Now Thru Dec. 6

BWW Review: Broadway San Jose's THE LION KING is Magical!
BWW Review: Broadway San Jose's THE LION KING is Magical!
September 15, 2015

Broadway San Jose at the Center for the Performing Arts plays host to Disney's THE LION KING now through October 4 only. That's the most important thing you need to know because if you're one for keeping a bucket list of must-see things to do and see before you 'exit stage left,' then this show is surely one for the list. Directed into being by Julie Taymor, who infuses her creation with rich cultural beauty, soul-stirring African harmonies and life-sized, almost living, breathing animal puppets, THE LION KING will capture your heart as it surrounds your senses with laughter, magic and wonder.

BWW Review: Woodminster's AIDA Passionate and Powerful - Now Thru Sept. 13 Only
BWW Review: Woodminster's AIDA Passionate and Powerful - Now Thru Sept. 13 Only
September 8, 2015

AIDA at Woodminster. The love triangle between Nubian Princess Aida, Egyptian Captain Radames and his Princess Amneris will tug at your heartstrings. But only thru September 13. Get your tickets now!

Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for Elton John & Tim Rice's AIDA at Woodminster Now thru Sept. 13
Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for Elton John & Tim Rice's AIDA at Woodminster Now thru Sept. 13
September 4, 2015

Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage provides a wide-ranging look into select productions that are premiering or touring in the Bay area. Dedicated to enhancing the theater-going experience, Hodges & Hodges act as your very own dramaturges, theater critics and local restaurant, local tour guides so that you can fully immerse yourself in the show - even before you enter the actual theater. It's nothing you couldn't look up yourself - but why bother when they've already done the research for you? So, sit back and enjoy the trip to Egypt via Nubia and experience AIDA at Woodminster now through Sept. 13.

BWW Review: New PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Lush and Romantic
BWW Review: New PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Lush and Romantic
August 31, 2015

Hodges and Hodges Set the Stage for The Phantom of the Opera at SHNSF's Orpheum Theatre, playing now through October 4th.

Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for THE LION KING at Broadway San Jose, 9/4-10/4
Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for THE LION KING at Broadway San Jose, 9/4-10/4
August 25, 2015

Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage provides a wide-ranging look into select productions that are premiering or touring in the Bay area. Dedicated to enhancing the theater-going experience, Hodges and Hodges act as your very own dramaturges, theater critics and local restaurant, local tour guides so that you can fully immerse yourself in the show - even before you enter the actual theater. It's nothing you couldn't look up yourself - but why bother when they've already done the research for you?

Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for MATILDA THE MUSICAL Playing Thru August 15
Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for MATILDA THE MUSICAL Playing Thru August 15
August 1, 2015

Dedicated to enhancing the theater-going experience, Hodges & Hodges act as your very own dramaturges, theater critics and local restaurant and tour guides so that you can immerse yourself in the show - even bore you enter the actual theater!

BWW Reviews: MATILDA is Sensational - Now thru August 15!
BWW Reviews: MATILDA is Sensational - Now thru August 15!
July 23, 2015

Get up off your couch and stop watching TV. Run past Miss Trunchbull's chokey and Miss Honey's shack and go see Matilda the Musical! This Tony award-winning musical is inspiring and uplifting and has just a hint of magic. This is the perfect show for families of all ages - especially if you have a very special young girl in your family. It's all about the power of imagination and using your smarts to fight back against evil. Playing now through August 15, Matilda the Musical will inspire you to do what's right even if it's hard.

Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for MATILDA THE MUSICAL Playing Thru August 15
Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for MATILDA THE MUSICAL Playing Thru August 15
July 17, 2015

Dedicated to enhancing the theater-going experience, Hodges & Hodges act as your very own dramaturges, theater critics and local restaurant and tour guides so that you can immerse yourself in the show - even bore you enter the actual theater!

Broadway San Jose's BOOK OF MORMON is Heavenly Now thru July 12
Broadway San Jose's BOOK OF MORMON is Heavenly Now thru July 12
July 2, 2015

The BOOK OF MORMON is holding court at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts now through July 12!

Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for THE BOOK OF MORMON: Broadway San Jose Now thru July 12
Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for THE BOOK OF MORMON: Broadway San Jose Now thru July 12
June 30, 2015

THE BOOK OF MORMON is coming to Broadway San Jose, Now Thru July 12.

BWW Reviews: Steven Brinberg's SIMPLY BARBRA - Simply Fabulous!
BWW Reviews: Steven Brinberg's SIMPLY BARBRA - Simply Fabulous!
June 29, 2015

Steven Brinberg's portrayal of the famous Broadway and music legend is a joy to see and if you have never seen Barbra Streisand in concert, then Brinberg is the very next best thing.

BWW Reviews: Hodges & Hodges Witness THE ILLUSIONISTS at Broadway San Jose - Now Thru June 14th!
BWW Reviews: Hodges & Hodges Witness THE ILLUSIONISTS at Broadway San Jose - Now Thru June 14th!
June 12, 2015

Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for THE ILLUSIONISTS, a hepta-pod of magicians, each with their own seeming super-power, who will wow you with their high-tech wizardry!

HODGES & HODGES SET THE STAGE FOR 'SIMPLY BARBRA' at FEINSTEIN'S at the NIKKO.  Two Performances Only - June 27 & 28!
HODGES & HODGES SET THE STAGE FOR 'SIMPLY BARBRA' at FEINSTEIN'S at the NIKKO. Two Performances Only - June 27 & 28!
June 10, 2015

Feinstein's at the Nikko in San Francisco is bringing Steven Brinberg's 'Simply Barbra' to town for 2 performances only, June 27 & 28th. Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for the performance for you!

BWW Reviews: ONCE at Broadway San Jose This Month
BWW Reviews: ONCE at Broadway San Jose This Month
April 23, 2015

Hodges & Hodges couldn't wait to see this eight time Tony award winning show.

BWW Reviews: Stage 1 Theatre's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR a Huge Hit
BWW Reviews: Stage 1 Theatre's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR a Huge Hit
April 22, 2015

Final Weekend April 24-26, Stage 1 Theatre's production of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is a Must-See Performance! It flips this show on its head.

BWW Reviews: MEGASTAR DAME EDNA'S FAREWELL TOUR: Come See It, Possums!
BWW Reviews: MEGASTAR DAME EDNA'S FAREWELL TOUR: Come See It, Possums!
March 20, 2015

'Hello, possums!' Welcome to Dame Edna's Glorious Goodbye The Farewell Tour! This Dressed to kill, Astonishingly Magnificent, Elegant, Enchanting, Delightful, Nonsensically Amazing diva is now at SHN's Orpheum Theatre now through March 22. And if you can't come see the show - 'Well then, possum, you must not be able to afford it!'

BWW Review: NEWSIES Delights San Fransisco Now thru March 15
BWW Review: NEWSIES Delights San Fransisco Now thru March 15
February 21, 2015

Stop the presses! Stop the presses! Newsies is hitting the headlines in a way that is worthy of front page, above-the-fold coverage. If you're looking for an uplifting powerhouse show that will inspire you to action then Newsies is the show for you.

BLITHE SPIRIT with Angela Lansbury a Must-See Performance Now thru Feb. 1!
BWW Reviews: ELF is MAGICAL at San Francisco's Curran Theatre
BWW Reviews: ELF is MAGICAL at San Francisco's Curran Theatre
December 18, 2014

Get up off your couch; pass through the seven levels of the Candy Cane forest, through the sea of swirly twirly gum drops, and head on down to the Curran Theatre to see everyone's favorite Elf - Buddy! This family friendly Christmas spectacular is going to bring the whole family into the holiday season with a hop skip and a Christmas carol with the whole cast of Elf. Playing now through December 28, Santa, Buddy and the whole cast of Elf are sure to bring Christmas joy to every girl and boy - and adults!



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