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Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Palm Canyon Theatre
Some productions feel like comfort food: familiar, warming, and quietly essential.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Theatre 29
“Steel Magnolias”, author Robert Harling’s 1987 stage play, became a cultural zeitgeist after the release of the 1989 film version starring Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Julia Roberts, Olympia Dukakis, Shirley MacLaine and Daryl Hannah.
Feature: THE MERRY WIDOW at Palm Canyon Theatre
Palm Canyon Theatre presents The Merry Widow, produced by Coachella Valley Classical Voices (CVCV), running May 22–24, 2026.
Review: KISS OF THE SPIDERWOMAN at Palm Canyon Theatre
Palm Springs' vibrant theatre scene is abuzz with anticipation as 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman' takes center stage at the Palm Canyon Theatre.
Review: RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Theatre 29
In an enchanting evening of music, magic, and memorable performances, Theatre 29's production of 'Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella' breathes new life into the classic fairy tale.
Feature: RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Theatre 29
Theatre 29 continues its 2025-2026 season with the Broadway musical Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella.
Review: SUNSET BOULEVARD at Palm Canyon Theatre
What did our critic think of SUNSET BOULEVARD at Palm Canyon Theatre?
Review: HAIR at Palm Canyon Theatre
What did our critic think of HAIR at Palm Canyon Theatre?
Feature: MARJORIE PRIME at Theatre 29
Jordan Harrison’s “MARJORIE PRIME” opens at Theatre 29 January 16 for a 3-week run.
Feature: I DO! I DO! at Palm Canyon Theatre
Palm Canyon Theatre (PCT) presents I Do! I Do!, the charming two-person musical that traces 50 years of marriage through the lives of one couple.
Review: ANNIE at Palm Canyon Theatre
Palm Canyon Theatre’s holiday-season production of “Annie” is a radiant reminder that optimism and heart can light even the darkest of times.
Review: NUNCRACKERS: THE NUNSENSE CHRISTMAS MUSICAL at Theatre 29
What do you call a gaggle of nuns and a monk or two who sing and dance at Christmas? “Nuncrackers; THE Nunsense Christmas Musical,” playing weekends at Theatre 29 through December 7.
Review: PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT at Palm Canyon Theatre
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert the Musical has rolled into Palm Springs, bringing with it a vibrant kaleidoscope of color, kitsch, boogie and heartfelt storytelling.
Review: CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Palm Canyon Theatre
What did our critic think of CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Palm Canyon Theatre?
Review: 'FALSETTOS' at Palm Canyon Theatre
The Palm Canyon Theatre’s production of 'Falsettos,' running through July 20, is a captivating rendition of this beloved musical.
Review: FOREVER PLAID at Palm Canyon Theatre
Palm Canyon Theatre is currently showcasing a delightful production of 'Forever Plaid,' running weekends through May 18th.
Feature: COMEDY TOPS OFF STAGED READING SERIES at Desert Theatreworks
GLADYS IN WONDERLAND by Rosemary Frisino Toohey will be the fourth and final staged reading this season presented by the Auen Foundation and Desert Theaterworks.
Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Theatre 29
Twenty-two years ago, director Charles Harvey mounted a production of Jesus Christ Superstar that was met with protests from the local church.
