OCPAC Presents Free Live Performance from IN THE HEIGHTS Tour Cast, 8/2
by Michael L. Quintos - July 30, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's enormously popular 'FREE Movie Mondays' on the community plaza continues its series with a big-screen presentation of the 1987 hit film DIRTY DANCING on Monday, August 2. Before the start of the movie, members from the national tour of IN THE HEIGHTS (which performs at OCPAC from August 3-15) will present a free live performance from the show.
by Michael L. Quintos - July 30, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's enormously popular 'FREE Movie Mondays' on the community plaza continues its series with a big-screen presentation of the 1987 hit film DIRTY DANCING on Monday, August 2. Before the start of the movie, members from the national tour of IN THE HEIGHTS (which performs at OCPAC from August 3-15) will present a free live performance from the show.
South Coast Rep Announces 2010-11 Officers, Season Highlights
by Nicolas Coburn - July 29, 2010
At South Coast Repertory's Annual Meeting on July 28, Board President Wylie A. Aitken announced that the theatre had ended its 46th consecutive season in the black and introduced the slate of officers for 2010-11, headed by incoming President Thomas D. Phelps. The unanimously elected executive committee, along with nine new Board members, will lead the theatre during its 47th Season.
by Nicolas Coburn - July 29, 2010
At South Coast Repertory's Annual Meeting on July 28, Board President Wylie A. Aitken announced that the theatre had ended its 46th consecutive season in the black and introduced the slate of officers for 2010-11, headed by incoming President Thomas D. Phelps. The unanimously elected executive committee, along with nine new Board members, will lead the theatre during its 47th Season.
Laguna Playhouse Presents CLORIS LEACHMAN and 'ETHEL MERMAN'S BROADWAY'
by Michael Quintos - July 29, 2010
Two legendary ladies of stage and screen are headed to Laguna Beach this September for exclusive limited engagements at The Laguna Playhouse. First to arrive is ETHEL MERMAN'S BROADWAY September 8 - 19. Then it's time for Cloris Leachman in CLORIS: A ONE WOMAN SHOW September 23 - 27.
by Michael Quintos - July 29, 2010
Two legendary ladies of stage and screen are headed to Laguna Beach this September for exclusive limited engagements at The Laguna Playhouse. First to arrive is ETHEL MERMAN'S BROADWAY September 8 - 19. Then it's time for Cloris Leachman in CLORIS: A ONE WOMAN SHOW September 23 - 27.
Costa Mesa Playhouse Presents THE ODD COUPLE, 8/6-26
by Nicolas Coburn - July 27, 2010
One of the most famous comedic plays of the 20th century comes to Costa Mesa when the Costa Mesa Playhouse presents Neil Simon's The Odd Couple August 6 - 29, 2010.
by Nicolas Coburn - July 27, 2010
One of the most famous comedic plays of the 20th century comes to Costa Mesa when the Costa Mesa Playhouse presents Neil Simon's The Odd Couple August 6 - 29, 2010.
OCPAC's 'Free Movie Mondays' Continues with Musical OLIVER!, 7/26
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's enormously popular 'FREE Movie Mondays' on the community plaza continues its series with a big-screen presentation of the 1968 musical OLIVER! on Monday, July 26. The film is based on the hit 1960 stage musical of the same name (and exclamation point) with book, music and lyrics written by Lionel Bart. The film was nominated for 11 Academy Awards in 1969, winning 6 statues including Best Director (Carol Reed) and Best Picture. OCPAC's screening of OLIVER! is co-presented with media sponsor KCRW.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's enormously popular 'FREE Movie Mondays' on the community plaza continues its series with a big-screen presentation of the 1968 musical OLIVER! on Monday, July 26. The film is based on the hit 1960 stage musical of the same name (and exclamation point) with book, music and lyrics written by Lionel Bart. The film was nominated for 11 Academy Awards in 1969, winning 6 statues including Best Director (Carol Reed) and Best Picture. OCPAC's screening of OLIVER! is co-presented with media sponsor KCRW.
OCPAC's 'Free Movie Mondays' Continues with Musical OLIVER!, 7/26
by Michael L. Quintos - July 25, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's enormously popular 'FREE Movie Mondays' on the community plaza continues its series with a big-screen presentation of the 1968 musical OLIVER! on Monday, July 26. The film is based on the hit 1960 stage musical of the same name (and exclamation point) with book, music and lyrics written by Lionel Bart. The film was nominated for 11 Academy Awards in 1969, winning 6 statues including Best Director (Carol Reed) and Best Picture. OCPAC's screening of OLIVER! is co-presented with media sponsor KCRW.
by Michael L. Quintos - July 25, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's enormously popular 'FREE Movie Mondays' on the community plaza continues its series with a big-screen presentation of the 1968 musical OLIVER! on Monday, July 26. The film is based on the hit 1960 stage musical of the same name (and exclamation point) with book, music and lyrics written by Lionel Bart. The film was nominated for 11 Academy Awards in 1969, winning 6 statues including Best Director (Carol Reed) and Best Picture. OCPAC's screening of OLIVER! is co-presented with media sponsor KCRW.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for Costa Mesa - 7/25
by BWW - July 25, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 7/25 for Costa Mesa
by BWW - July 25, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 7/25 for Costa Mesa
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Announces New Tickets Prices In San Bernardino 7/20-25
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2010
It's time to kick-up those high heels. The international hit show Menopause The Musical® will be performing at the California Theatre of the Performing Arts in San Bernardino July 20-25, 2010.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2010
It's time to kick-up those high heels. The international hit show Menopause The Musical® will be performing at the California Theatre of the Performing Arts in San Bernardino July 20-25, 2010.
BWW Reviews: 'Life Could Be A Dream' Charms at Laguna Playhouse
by Michael L. Quintos - July 19, 2010
It's safe to say that Roger Bean-the mind behind The Andrews Brothers, The Marvelous Wonderettes and its yuletide sequel Winter Wonderettes-has certainly become the most consistently successful purveyor of full-scale theatrical musicals that weave a simple story around a string of early to mid-20th Century pop hits. His latest of such offerings is LIFE COULD BE A DREAM, the crowd-pleasing jukebox musical that debuted last year at the Hudson Theatre in Hollywood and is now performing an eight-week engagement at the Laguna Playhouse through August 29. The original production garnered the L.A. Drama Critics Circle Award and Backstage's 2010 Garland Award for Best Production.
by Michael L. Quintos - July 19, 2010
It's safe to say that Roger Bean-the mind behind The Andrews Brothers, The Marvelous Wonderettes and its yuletide sequel Winter Wonderettes-has certainly become the most consistently successful purveyor of full-scale theatrical musicals that weave a simple story around a string of early to mid-20th Century pop hits. His latest of such offerings is LIFE COULD BE A DREAM, the crowd-pleasing jukebox musical that debuted last year at the Hudson Theatre in Hollywood and is now performing an eight-week engagement at the Laguna Playhouse through August 29. The original production garnered the L.A. Drama Critics Circle Award and Backstage's 2010 Garland Award for Best Production.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for Costa Mesa - 7/18
by BWW - July 18, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 7/18 for Costa Mesa
by BWW - July 18, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 7/18 for Costa Mesa
CINDERALLA, MISALLIANCE, et al. Set for South Coast Repertory Season
by Lauren Wolman - July 15, 2010
The South Coast Repertory Theater has announced its upcoming schedule for August through November, 2010.
by Lauren Wolman - July 15, 2010
The South Coast Repertory Theater has announced its upcoming schedule for August through November, 2010.
The OC's Mysterium Theater presents THE LION IN WINTER, 7/1-7/31
by Michael Quintos - July 14, 2010
Orange County's Mysterium Theater presents as part of its 2010 Season, James Goldman's THE LION IN WINTER running July 1st to July 31st produced by Marla Ladd and directed by Jeff Lowe.
by Michael Quintos - July 14, 2010
Orange County's Mysterium Theater presents as part of its 2010 Season, James Goldman's THE LION IN WINTER running July 1st to July 31st produced by Marla Ladd and directed by Jeff Lowe.
BWW Reviews: Ruth Williamson Leads The Magnificent HELLO, DOLLY!
by Michael L. Quintos - July 13, 2010
When putting together an entertaining revival of a beloved musical theater entity such as HELLO, DOLLY! it helps to have a fresh perspective of such a familiar show, yet still have enough reverence to produce a work that honors its source material. With absolute certainty, 3D Theatricals' production of the Jerry Herman classic achieves this goal with great sincerity, providing the audience with a thoroughly splendid, fun, and engaging new show. Thanks to its adorable premise that's been brought to life by an outstanding ensemble cast-wonderfully led by Broadway vet Ruth Williamson in the title role-HELLO, DOLLY! will no doubt continue to please its audiences at the OC Pavilion Theatre in Santa Ana through to its final performance on August 1. The songs are well-sung, the dancing is exceptional, and the comedy is beguiling.
by Michael L. Quintos - July 13, 2010
When putting together an entertaining revival of a beloved musical theater entity such as HELLO, DOLLY! it helps to have a fresh perspective of such a familiar show, yet still have enough reverence to produce a work that honors its source material. With absolute certainty, 3D Theatricals' production of the Jerry Herman classic achieves this goal with great sincerity, providing the audience with a thoroughly splendid, fun, and engaging new show. Thanks to its adorable premise that's been brought to life by an outstanding ensemble cast-wonderfully led by Broadway vet Ruth Williamson in the title role-HELLO, DOLLY! will no doubt continue to please its audiences at the OC Pavilion Theatre in Santa Ana through to its final performance on August 1. The songs are well-sung, the dancing is exceptional, and the comedy is beguiling.
OCPAC's Free Movie Mondays Presents 'The Wizard of Oz,' 7/12
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's enormously popular FREE Movie Mondays on the community plaza returns this summer beginning July 12 with the timeless classic THE WIZARD OF OZ starring Judy Garland.The Center will again hold fun and entertaining pre-performance theme contests for this summer's film screenings.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's enormously popular FREE Movie Mondays on the community plaza returns this summer beginning July 12 with the timeless classic THE WIZARD OF OZ starring Judy Garland.The Center will again hold fun and entertaining pre-performance theme contests for this summer's film screenings.
LIFE COULD BE A DREAM, CATECHISM 3 & RITA RUDNER Play Laguna Playhouse this Summer
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2010
The summer season opens July 6 and runs through August 29 with the Orange County premiere of LIFE COULD BE A DREAM, L.A.'s long-running hit musical. This summer also brings the return of two wildly popular shows. First, everyone's favorite 'Sister' returns with 'TIL DEATH DO US PART: LATE NITE CATECHISM 3, which runs Monday nights from July 12 through August 9. Then, back by popular demand after two sold out performances in May, comedienne Rita Rudner brings her stand-up show to The Laguna Playhouse August 15-16 and 22-23.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2010
The summer season opens July 6 and runs through August 29 with the Orange County premiere of LIFE COULD BE A DREAM, L.A.'s long-running hit musical. This summer also brings the return of two wildly popular shows. First, everyone's favorite 'Sister' returns with 'TIL DEATH DO US PART: LATE NITE CATECHISM 3, which runs Monday nights from July 12 through August 9. Then, back by popular demand after two sold out performances in May, comedienne Rita Rudner brings her stand-up show to The Laguna Playhouse August 15-16 and 22-23.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for Costa Mesa - 7/11
by BWW - July 11, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 7/11 for Costa Mesa
by BWW - July 11, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 7/11 for Costa Mesa
3D Theatricals presents HELLO, DOLLY! with Ruth Williamson, 7/9-8/1
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2010
One of Orange County's newest theater companies, 3D Theatricals, will present HELLO, DOLLY! from July 9 through August 1 at the O.C. Pavilion Theatre in the Arts District of downtown Santa Ana. The hit stage and screen musical marks 3D Theatrical's fourth production for 2010. Starring in the iconic role of Dolly Levi will be Broadway vet (and L.A.-area stage favorite) Ruth Williamson (Guys and Dolls).
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2010
One of Orange County's newest theater companies, 3D Theatricals, will present HELLO, DOLLY! from July 9 through August 1 at the O.C. Pavilion Theatre in the Arts District of downtown Santa Ana. The hit stage and screen musical marks 3D Theatrical's fourth production for 2010. Starring in the iconic role of Dolly Levi will be Broadway vet (and L.A.-area stage favorite) Ruth Williamson (Guys and Dolls).
BWW Reviews: Theatre Out's ZANNA DON'T! is Candy-Colored Fun
by Michael L. Quintos - July 06, 2010
What do you get when you grab a bunch of perky high school students and have them all magically fall in love while putting together the school musical, all while wearing bright, rainbow colored-preppy wear? If you said High School Musical, then you're... well, okay, you're right. But actually, the same description can be applied to another high school-set musical fairy tale-this one, though, has a particularly significant difference. This one is called ZANNA DON'T!, the latest production at Orange County's Theatre Out now playing through July 31. The Gay and Lesbian Theater group's revival of the 2003 off-Broadway show (which featured Queer Eye's Jai Rodriguez in the original title role) sprinkles this high school musical with a lot of winks, twinks, and plenty of sequin-accented costumes.
by Michael L. Quintos - July 06, 2010
What do you get when you grab a bunch of perky high school students and have them all magically fall in love while putting together the school musical, all while wearing bright, rainbow colored-preppy wear? If you said High School Musical, then you're... well, okay, you're right. But actually, the same description can be applied to another high school-set musical fairy tale-this one, though, has a particularly significant difference. This one is called ZANNA DON'T!, the latest production at Orange County's Theatre Out now playing through July 31. The Gay and Lesbian Theater group's revival of the 2003 off-Broadway show (which featured Queer Eye's Jai Rodriguez in the original title role) sprinkles this high school musical with a lot of winks, twinks, and plenty of sequin-accented costumes.
LIFE COULD BE A DREAM Plays Laguna Playhouse, 7/6-8/29
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2010
The summer season opens July 6 and runs through August 29 with the Orange County premiere of LIFE COULD BE A DREAM, L.A.'s long-running hit musical. This summer also brings the return of two wildly popular shows. First, everyone's favorite 'Sister' returns with 'TIL DEATH DO US PART: LATE NITE CATECHISM 3, which runs Monday nights from July 12 through August 9. Then, back by popular demand after two sold out performances in May, comedienne Rita Rudner brings her stand-up show to The Laguna Playhouse August 15-16 and 22-23.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2010
The summer season opens July 6 and runs through August 29 with the Orange County premiere of LIFE COULD BE A DREAM, L.A.'s long-running hit musical. This summer also brings the return of two wildly popular shows. First, everyone's favorite 'Sister' returns with 'TIL DEATH DO US PART: LATE NITE CATECHISM 3, which runs Monday nights from July 12 through August 9. Then, back by popular demand after two sold out performances in May, comedienne Rita Rudner brings her stand-up show to The Laguna Playhouse August 15-16 and 22-23.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for Costa Mesa - 7/04
by BWW - July 04, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 7/04 for Costa Mesa
by BWW - July 04, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 7/04 for Costa Mesa
O.C.'s Pacific Symphony Presents 4th of July Fireworks & Concert
by BWW News Desk - July 04, 2010
For many, summer in Orange County officially gets underway with the first concert of Pacific Symphony's Summer Festival 2010-FOURTH-OF-JULY CELEBRATION: A JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE-on Sunday, July 4, at 8 p.m., at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Irvine, the orchestra's summer home. The Symphony's 23rd season of symphonic music under the stars, begins on a heart-warming and inspirational note, featuring music by Denver. Channeling this American legend with uncanny skill is vocalist Jim Curry. Over the course of three decades, the late singer recorded and released approximately 300 songs, outlasting countless musical trends and garnering numerous music awards and honors.
by BWW News Desk - July 04, 2010
For many, summer in Orange County officially gets underway with the first concert of Pacific Symphony's Summer Festival 2010-FOURTH-OF-JULY CELEBRATION: A JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE-on Sunday, July 4, at 8 p.m., at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Irvine, the orchestra's summer home. The Symphony's 23rd season of symphonic music under the stars, begins on a heart-warming and inspirational note, featuring music by Denver. Channeling this American legend with uncanny skill is vocalist Jim Curry. Over the course of three decades, the late singer recorded and released approximately 300 songs, outlasting countless musical trends and garnering numerous music awards and honors.
The OC's Chance Theater presents The Who's Tommy, 7/2-8/8
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2010
The Chance Theater is pleased to announce that it has selected the innovative rock musical THE WHO'S TOMMY as its third production of the 2010 season, scheduled to run July 2 through August 8. Based on The Who's classic 1969 double album rock opera about a 'deaf, dumb and blind boy' who becomes the leader of a messianic movement, THE WHO'S TOMMY tells the dramatic story of a young boy's journey to manhood through the muted pain of catatonia after witnessing the murder of his mother's lover by his father. Tommy finds his calling as a pinball champion who becomes idolized by the public and the press, but his celebrity machine eventually begins to fall apart.
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2010
The Chance Theater is pleased to announce that it has selected the innovative rock musical THE WHO'S TOMMY as its third production of the 2010 season, scheduled to run July 2 through August 8. Based on The Who's classic 1969 double album rock opera about a 'deaf, dumb and blind boy' who becomes the leader of a messianic movement, THE WHO'S TOMMY tells the dramatic story of a young boy's journey to manhood through the muted pain of catatonia after witnessing the murder of his mother's lover by his father. Tommy finds his calling as a pinball champion who becomes idolized by the public and the press, but his celebrity machine eventually begins to fall apart.
Photo Flash: Chance Theater Presents THE WHO'S TOMMY
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 30, 2010
The Who's Tommy is a roof-raising musical explosion based on The Who's 1969 concept album. This exhilarating story of hope, healing and the human spirit is filled with iconic hit songs like 'Pinball Wizard,' 'See Me, Feel Me,' 'Acid Queen' and more.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 30, 2010
The Who's Tommy is a roof-raising musical explosion based on The Who's 1969 concept album. This exhilarating story of hope, healing and the human spirit is filled with iconic hit songs like 'Pinball Wizard,' 'See Me, Feel Me,' 'Acid Queen' and more.
BECKY SHAW, NEXT ROOM, et al. Announced for South Coast Rep Season
by Nicolas Coburn - June 29, 2010
South Coast Repertory has announced its upcoming season through November. They include the following productions.
by Nicolas Coburn - June 29, 2010
South Coast Repertory has announced its upcoming season through November. They include the following productions.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for Costa Mesa - 6/27
by BWW - June 27, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 6/27 for Costa Mesa
by BWW - June 27, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 6/27 for Costa Mesa
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