Will Geer Outdoor Theatre presents the story of Maria Callas in “Master Class”

One of my favorite summer outings is enjoying theatrical entertainment in the rustic Will Geer Theatre Botanicum in Topanga.  Over the weekend I viewed a fascinating play about the famous opera diva Maria Callas in Master Class which I enjoyed at the Los Angeles Music Center more than a decade ago.  This was more a story of Callas in her later life as she interacts with young, upcoming students of opera than about her singing career.  Ellen Geer starred in this fascinating tale.  Before the play I picnicked on the property along with several other play goers and we all enjoyed a special day under sunny California skies. Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Canyon Bl., Topanga (310/455-2322). www.theatricum.com