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Conejo Players Theatre Presents WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT - DRIVE-IN
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2021

Join the Conejo Players and an all-star lineup of singers and dancers for What's Love Got to Do with It Drive-in Theatre, opening March 26th. There will be four performances March 26 – 28, Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. Sunday at 2 and 5 p.m. at Conejo Players Theatre, 351 South Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361.

Conejo Players Theatre Presents WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2021

Join the Conejo Players and an all-star lineup of singers and dancers for What’s Love Got to Do with It Drive-in Theatre, opening March 26th. There will be four performances March 26 – 28, Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. Sunday at 2 and 5 p.m. at Conejo Players Theatre, 351 South Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361.

North Coast Repertory Extends A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 2, 2018

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum at North Coast Repertory Theatre has now been extended through August 19th due to popular demand!

BWW Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by E.H. Reiter - Jul 27, 2018

A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, playing through August 12th at North Coast Repertory Theatre is a colorful and fun summer trip to Ancient Rome, as told with a small detour through vaudeville for style. The play even announces its intentions at the top of the show 'Tragedy tomorrow, comedy tonight' just so there is no confusion.

North Coast Repertory to Close 36th Season with A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2018

Excitement has been running so high for North Coast Rep's Season 36 closer, A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM. The theatre has already extended the beloved musical by one week to accommodate the ticket requests. Composer Stephen Sondheim has created a laugh-a-minute audience favorite with songs such as "Comedy Tonight," "Lovely" and "Everyone Ought to Have a Maid." Winner of six Tony Awards including Best Musical, FORUM was written by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart, who based their farce on the over-the-top antics of the Roman slave Pseudolus, who will do anything to win his freedom and bring two lovers together. Tickets are already flying out the door, so it's best to order early.

Review Roundup: THE FULL MONTY at San Diego Musical Theatre
by Leah Windahl - Feb 3, 2018

The reviews are in for THE FULL MONTY at San Diego Musical Theatre, which opened on January 26th and is set to run through February 25th. The musical comedy features Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek and Book by Terrence McNally, and is based off of the 1997 comedy film of the same name.

Photo Coverage: Have a Look at THE FULL MONTY at San Diego Musical Theatre!
by Leah Windahl - Jan 30, 2018

THE FULL MONTY opened on January 26th and is set to run through February 25th at San Diego Musical Theatre. The musical comedy features Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek and Book by Terrence McNally, and is based off of the 1997 comedy film of the same name. THE FULL MONTY follows six men recently laid off from their jobs working at a Steel Mill. Desperate to earn some cash to help support their families, they note how much the women in their lives enjoy a Chippendales act, and how willing they are to give their money to them. Inspired, the guys decide to take it a step further: they'll do a strip-tease act, but they'll go THE FULL MONTY.

San Diego Musical Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Team for THE FULL MONTY
by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2018

San Diego Musical Theatre announced today the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of The Full Monty. With a mix of raucous humor and an audacious pop-rock score, this Americanized stage version of the hit 1997 hit film features a book by Terrence McNally (Kiss of the Spiderwoman, Ragtime, Catch Me If You Can) with music and lyrics by David Yazbek (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown). The Full Monty will be directed by Neil Dale (SDMT's Billy Elliot), with Music Direction by Don LeMaster, and choreography by Paul David Bryant (SDMT's Ragtime). The Full Monty runs January 26 - February 25, 2018, at the historic Horton Grand Theatre, with press opening on Saturday, January 27 at 8:00 p.m.

VIDEO: Peek Inside the Rehearsal Room for San Diego Musical Theatre's THE FULL MONTY
by Leah Windahl - Jan 23, 2018

THE FULL MONTY, a musical with Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek and Book by Terrence McNally, opens on January 26th and is set to run through February 25th at San Diego Musical Theatre. The musical comedy follows six friends recently laid off from their Steel Mill jobs. In need of money to support their families, these 'average joes' decide to turn to a more unassuming way to make some extra cash: stripping.

San Diego Musical Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Team for THE FULL MONTY
by Julie Musbach - Dec 29, 2017

San Diego Musical Theatre announced today the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of The Full Monty. With a mix of raucous humor and an audacious pop-rock score, this Americanized stage version of the hit 1997 hit film features a book by Terrence McNally (Kiss of the Spiderwoman, Ragtime, Catch Me If You Can) with music and lyrics by David Yazbek (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown). The Full Monty will be directed by Neil Dale (SDMT's Billy Elliot), with Music Direction by Don LeMaster, and choreography by Paul David Bryant (SDMT's Ragtime). The Full Monty runs January 26 - February 25, 2018, at the historic Horton Grand Theatre, with press opening on Saturday, January 27 at 8:00 p.m.

VIDEO: Behind The Scenes Look At BILLY ELLIOT At San Diego Musical Theatre!
by Alan Henry - Oct 2, 2017

Watch director Neil Dale, choreographer Jared Nelson, and actress Joy Yandell (Mrs. Wilkinson) as they discuss BILLY ELLIOT!

Review Roundup: BILLY ELLIOT at Spreckels Theatre
by Alan Henry - Sep 28, 2017

BILLY ELLIOT runs through October 8 at the Spreckels Theatre, and the critics are weighing in!

Photo Flash: First Look at SDMT's Production of BILLY ELLIOT
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2017

San Diego Musical Theatre in co-production with California Ballet Company presents the award-winning musical, Billy Elliot at the Spreckels Theatre.

Cast and Creative Team Announced for SoCal Co-Production of BILLY ELLIOT
by BWW News Desk - Sep 23, 2017

San Diego Musical Theatre (SDMT) and California Ballet Company (CBC) announced today the complete cast and creative team for their upcoming co-production of Billy Elliot. This Tony Award-Winning musical includes music by Elton John, with book and lyrics by Lee Hall. Billy Elliot features direction by Neil Dale, who makes his San Diego directorial debut, music direction by Don LeMaster, and choreography by California Ballet Company Associate Artistic Director, Jared Nelson. Performances run from September 22 - October 8, 2017, at the Spreckels Theatre. Press opening is Today, September 23, 2017, at 8:00 p.m.

Cast and Creative Team Announced for SoCal Co-Production of BILLY ELLIOT
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2017

San Diego Musical Theatre (SDMT) and California Ballet Company (CBC) announced today the complete cast and creative team for their upcoming co-production of Billy Elliot. This Tony Award-Winning musical includes music by Elton John, with book and lyrics by Lee Hall. Billy Elliot features direction by Neil Dale, who makes his San Diego directorial debut, music direction by Don LeMaster, and choreography by California Ballet Company Associate Artistic Director, Jared Nelson. Performances run from September 22 - October 8, 2017, at the Spreckels Theatre. Press opening is Saturday, September 23, 2017, at 8:00 p.m.

Cast and Creative Team Announced for SoCal Co-Production of BILLY ELLIOT
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2017

San Diego Musical Theatre (SDMT) and California Ballet Company (CBC) announced today the complete cast and creative team for their upcoming co-production of Billy Elliot. This Tony Award-Winning musical includes music by Elton John, with book and lyrics by Lee Hall. Billy Elliot features direction by Neil Dale, who makes his San Diego directorial debut, music direction by Don LeMaster, and choreography by California Ballet Company Associate Artistic Director, Jared Nelson. Performances run from September 22 - October 8, 2017, at the Spreckels Theatre. Press opening is Saturday, September 23, 2017, at 8:00 p.m.

BWW Review: Animal Crackers at Cygnet Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - Jul 14, 2017

ANIMAL CRACKERS is playing at the Cygnet Theater through August 13th. For tickets and show times go to www.cygnettheatre.com

Cygnet Theatre Launches Season 15 with ANIMAL CRACKERS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2017

Cygnet Theatre will launch its 15th season with the musical comedy Animal Crackers, the hallmark of the Marx Brothers lunacy, based on the 1928 Broadway hit with book by Broadway masters George S. Kaufman and Morrie Ryskind.  The success of the play was followed by the film version (1930), which launched the brothers into film stardom, never again appearing on Broadway. The Marx Brothers are commonly thought to be among the greatest and most influential comedians of the 20th century.

Cygnet Theatre Presents San Diego Premiere of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
by BWW News Desk - Mar 9, 2017

In March, a luxury train rolls into Old Town bringing nonstop laughter and mayhem. The madcap musical comedy, On the Twentieth Century, features the writing talents of Betty Comden and Adolph Greene. Original music was composed byCy Coleman, who was honored with Tony Awards for Best Original Score & Best Book (1978). This musical comedy team lent their unique comic genius and sophisticated wit to dozens of Broadway hits including On the Town and Bells are Ringing. On the Twentieth Century will be directed by Sean Murray. The production runs March 9 through April 30. Opening night for media is March 18.

Cygnet Theatre Presents San Diego Premiere of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2017

In March, a luxury train rolls into Old Town bringing nonstop laughter and mayhem. The madcap musical comedy, On the Twentieth Century, features the writing talents of Betty Comden and Adolph Greene. Original music was composed byCy Coleman, who was honored with Tony Awards for Best Original Score & Best Book (1978). This musical comedy team lent their unique comic genius and sophisticated wit to dozens of Broadway hits including On the Town and Bells are Ringing. On the Twentieth Century will be directed by Sean Murray. The production runs March 9 through April 30. Opening night for media is March 18.

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