REVIEW: Theatre Out Revisits the Hilarious 'LAST CHRISTMAS...' (through 12/19)
by Michael L. Quintos - December 09, 2009
ORANGE COUNTY, CA-Now in its third year, Theatre Out's riotously merry LAST CHRISTMAS I GAVE YOU MY HEART, BUT THE VERY NEXT DAY, YOU SAID YOU WERE GAY continues to slay its audiences with the naughtiest of shows likely to exist for the holidays. Like previous incarnations, it skewers those long-held traditions associated with the season, adding quite a bit of gay-ness to the party. Perhaps a reaction to the show's popularity, this version is a bit longer this year, adding more hearty belly laughs (even a song or two) to what is becoming the upstart theater company's signature holiday offering. The musical farce continues with performances at the Empire Theatre in downtown Santa Ana through December 19.
by Michael L. Quintos - December 09, 2009
ORANGE COUNTY, CA-Now in its third year, Theatre Out's riotously merry LAST CHRISTMAS I GAVE YOU MY HEART, BUT THE VERY NEXT DAY, YOU SAID YOU WERE GAY continues to slay its audiences with the naughtiest of shows likely to exist for the holidays. Like previous incarnations, it skewers those long-held traditions associated with the season, adding quite a bit of gay-ness to the party. Perhaps a reaction to the show's popularity, this version is a bit longer this year, adding more hearty belly laughs (even a song or two) to what is becoming the upstart theater company's signature holiday offering. The musical farce continues with performances at the Empire Theatre in downtown Santa Ana through December 19.
SCR Announces Second Newscripts Reading 12/7
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2009
Beau Willimon's Spirit Control, the story of an air traffic controller trying to avert a disaster, will have a staged reading Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. as part of South Coast Repertory's NewSCRipts series. Spirit Control is the 110th play to receive a staged reading in SCR's venerable play reading program.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2009
Beau Willimon's Spirit Control, the story of an air traffic controller trying to avert a disaster, will have a staged reading Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. as part of South Coast Repertory's NewSCRipts series. Spirit Control is the 110th play to receive a staged reading in SCR's venerable play reading program.
OC's Theatre Out presents LAST CHRISTMAS I GAVE YOU MY HEART... 12/4 - 12/19
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2009
It's Back! Theatre Out presents LAST CHRISTMAS I GAVE YOU MY HEART BUT THE VERY NEXT DAY YOU SAID YOU WERE GAY with performances running December 4 - 19, 2009. Nothing will put you in the holiday spirit more than this big gay Christmas spectacular! What happens when you take three gay elves and drop them into the middle of Nebraska? Christmas cheer, of course! And what would a gay Christmas pageant be without Santa Claus delivering a VERY special package?
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2009
It's Back! Theatre Out presents LAST CHRISTMAS I GAVE YOU MY HEART BUT THE VERY NEXT DAY YOU SAID YOU WERE GAY with performances running December 4 - 19, 2009. Nothing will put you in the holiday spirit more than this big gay Christmas spectacular! What happens when you take three gay elves and drop them into the middle of Nebraska? Christmas cheer, of course! And what would a gay Christmas pageant be without Santa Claus delivering a VERY special package?
SCR Presents JESUS HATES ME 2/26-28, 3/5-7/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 01, 2009
South Coast Repertory will present the Chance Theater's remounting of its popular production Jesus Hates Me in SCR's Nicholas Studio Feb. 26-28 and March 5-7, 2010.
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 01, 2009
South Coast Repertory will present the Chance Theater's remounting of its popular production Jesus Hates Me in SCR's Nicholas Studio Feb. 26-28 and March 5-7, 2010.
Orange County's Pacific Symphony presents AN OSMOND FAMILY CHRISTMAS, 12/17 - 12/19
by Michael L. Quintos - November 30, 2009
ORANGE COUNTY, CA-Throughout the years, the Osmonds have delighted audiences with their touring shows, their Top-40 hits, a television show, and even an animated cartoon. Eighty-million albums, 47 gold and platinum records later, America's favorite showbiz family-Osmond brothers Wayne, Jay, Jimmy and Merrill-arrive in Orange County for the holidays! Joining Pacific Symphony for AN OSMOND FAMILY CHRISTMAS, on Thursday-Saturday, Dec. 17-19, at 8 p.m., in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, the brothers plan to entertain with a mix of the chart-topping hits that started 'Osmondmania' just a few decades ago and their own upbeat versions of Christmas tunes, such as 'It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,' 'White Christmas' and 'Feliz Navidad.'
by Michael L. Quintos - November 30, 2009
ORANGE COUNTY, CA-Throughout the years, the Osmonds have delighted audiences with their touring shows, their Top-40 hits, a television show, and even an animated cartoon. Eighty-million albums, 47 gold and platinum records later, America's favorite showbiz family-Osmond brothers Wayne, Jay, Jimmy and Merrill-arrive in Orange County for the holidays! Joining Pacific Symphony for AN OSMOND FAMILY CHRISTMAS, on Thursday-Saturday, Dec. 17-19, at 8 p.m., in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, the brothers plan to entertain with a mix of the chart-topping hits that started 'Osmondmania' just a few decades ago and their own upbeat versions of Christmas tunes, such as 'It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,' 'White Christmas' and 'Feliz Navidad.'
REVIEW: Cute WINTER WONDERETTES brings Holiday Cheer to Laguna Playhouse (11/28 - 12/30)
by Michael L. Quintos - November 30, 2009
LAGUNA BEACH, CA-With the holidays upon us, the arrival of aptly-themed shows also permeate the theatrical landscape. And like tinsel, egg-nog and Santa, perennial traditions are still what most people crave, especially in these unknowing, unstable times. Hummable, familiar holiday tunes are always a crowd-pleaser, so it's no surprise that WINTER WONDERETTES (now playing at the Laguna Playhouse through December 30) delivers a pleasantly cheerful, though altogether a routine, by-the-numbers, jukebox musical. Tied neatly with a pretty bow, the show is packaged precisely to induce just the right amount of laughs and to entertain enough to fill its audience with yuletide giddiness, without bombarding us with pesky heavy themes or intrusive thought-provoking lessons. Much like the show that preceded it, the holiday-themed sequel to Roger Bean's off-Broadway hit The Marvelous Wonderettes is cute, adorable, cheery and exactly the kind of safe, holiday entertainment that is as tried and true as its music. It is by no means a groundbreaking piece of theater, but judging from the laughter and ovations bestowed by its opening night audience, this show certainly entertains.
by Michael L. Quintos - November 30, 2009
LAGUNA BEACH, CA-With the holidays upon us, the arrival of aptly-themed shows also permeate the theatrical landscape. And like tinsel, egg-nog and Santa, perennial traditions are still what most people crave, especially in these unknowing, unstable times. Hummable, familiar holiday tunes are always a crowd-pleaser, so it's no surprise that WINTER WONDERETTES (now playing at the Laguna Playhouse through December 30) delivers a pleasantly cheerful, though altogether a routine, by-the-numbers, jukebox musical. Tied neatly with a pretty bow, the show is packaged precisely to induce just the right amount of laughs and to entertain enough to fill its audience with yuletide giddiness, without bombarding us with pesky heavy themes or intrusive thought-provoking lessons. Much like the show that preceded it, the holiday-themed sequel to Roger Bean's off-Broadway hit The Marvelous Wonderettes is cute, adorable, cheery and exactly the kind of safe, holiday entertainment that is as tried and true as its music. It is by no means a groundbreaking piece of theater, but judging from the laughter and ovations bestowed by its opening night audience, this show certainly entertains.
SPRING AWAKENING at OCPAC: $20 Student Rush Tickets Plus Post-Show Discussions
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2009
COSTA MESA, CA-The Orange County Performing Arts Center is offering discounted student rush tickets to Broadway's most talked about musical and the biggest Tony® Award-winner in years, Spring Awakening which visits November 17 - 29. Student rush ticket prices are just $20. Regular ticket prices for Spring Awakening are $20 - $70. Student rush tickets are available one hour before each performance. A valid student ID is required at the time of purchase, with a limit of two tickets per person, which must be paid for in cash.Also, four free post-performance discussions have been scheduled.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2009
COSTA MESA, CA-The Orange County Performing Arts Center is offering discounted student rush tickets to Broadway's most talked about musical and the biggest Tony® Award-winner in years, Spring Awakening which visits November 17 - 29. Student rush ticket prices are just $20. Regular ticket prices for Spring Awakening are $20 - $70. Student rush tickets are available one hour before each performance. A valid student ID is required at the time of purchase, with a limit of two tickets per person, which must be paid for in cash.Also, four free post-performance discussions have been scheduled.
Guilty Ones, Rejoice! SPRING AWAKENING Arrives in Orange County 11/17 - 11/29
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2009
COSTA MESA, CA-One of Broadway's most talked about newer musicals and the biggest Tony® Award-winner in years is coming to the Orange County Performing Arts Center. Spring Awakening, the eight-time Tony-Award winning Broadway show, will visit Segerstrom Hall for a two-week engagement November 17 - 29. Spring Awakening swept the 2007 Tony Awards winning eight out of its 11 nominations, including Best Musical, Best Director (Michael Mayer), Best Book (Steven Sater), Best Choreography (Bill T. Jones), Best Orchestrations (Duncan Sheik), Best Lighting Design (Kevin Adams) and Best Featured Actor (John Gallagher, Jr.).
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2009
COSTA MESA, CA-One of Broadway's most talked about newer musicals and the biggest Tony® Award-winner in years is coming to the Orange County Performing Arts Center. Spring Awakening, the eight-time Tony-Award winning Broadway show, will visit Segerstrom Hall for a two-week engagement November 17 - 29. Spring Awakening swept the 2007 Tony Awards winning eight out of its 11 nominations, including Best Musical, Best Director (Michael Mayer), Best Book (Steven Sater), Best Choreography (Bill T. Jones), Best Orchestrations (Duncan Sheik), Best Lighting Design (Kevin Adams) and Best Featured Actor (John Gallagher, Jr.).
South Coast Rep PCelebrates Their 30th Season Of A CHRISTMAS CAROL 11/28-12/26
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2009
South Coast Repertory and Hal Landon, Jr. will celebrate their 30th season of A Christmas Carol this Nov. 28 through Dec. 26. Landon is now the longest-running Scrooge in the West; in fact, he has missed only three performances in 29 years - and that's despite breaking a toe two different times while running around stage in stocking feet.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2009
South Coast Repertory and Hal Landon, Jr. will celebrate their 30th season of A Christmas Carol this Nov. 28 through Dec. 26. Landon is now the longest-running Scrooge in the West; in fact, he has missed only three performances in 29 years - and that's despite breaking a toe two different times while running around stage in stocking feet.
SPRING AWAKENING Offers Special $10, $20, $30 Tickets For Thanksgiving
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2009
The Orange County Performing Arts Center is offering a limited number of specially priced tickets to the November 26 Thanksgiving Day performance of Spring Awakening, the eight-time Tony®- Award winning Broadway show that will visit Segerstrom Hall for a two-week engagement November 17 - 29.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2009
The Orange County Performing Arts Center is offering a limited number of specially priced tickets to the November 26 Thanksgiving Day performance of Spring Awakening, the eight-time Tony®- Award winning Broadway show that will visit Segerstrom Hall for a two-week engagement November 17 - 29.
The Holidays Ring Out with The JOHNNY MATHIS CHRISTMAS Show, 12/12
by Michael Quintos - November 25, 2009
The Johnny Mathis Christmas Show will put Orange County's holiday season into full swing. America's beloved singer returns to the Center for an evening decked with holiday favorites and many of his most popular hits on Saturday, December 12 in Segerstrom Hall. Since his first two hits, 'Wonderful, Wonderful' and 'Chances Are' hit the top of the charts in 1956, Mathis has been inducted into the Grammy Award Hall of Fame twice and the public has continued to love the singer, his music and that distinct Mathis voice ever since. Mathis will be joined by comedian/singer Gary Mule Deer for part of the evening.
by Michael Quintos - November 25, 2009
The Johnny Mathis Christmas Show will put Orange County's holiday season into full swing. America's beloved singer returns to the Center for an evening decked with holiday favorites and many of his most popular hits on Saturday, December 12 in Segerstrom Hall. Since his first two hits, 'Wonderful, Wonderful' and 'Chances Are' hit the top of the charts in 1956, Mathis has been inducted into the Grammy Award Hall of Fame twice and the public has continued to love the singer, his music and that distinct Mathis voice ever since. Mathis will be joined by comedian/singer Gary Mule Deer for part of the evening.
Orange County's Pacific Symphony presents HANDEL'S MESSIAH, 12/13
by Michael Quintos - November 25, 2009
'Handel's Messiah,' performed by Pacific Symphony, is perhaps the perfect way take refuge from the hectic pace of the holidays and celebrate the season in a serene and meaningful way. This year, the most famous oratorio in the world is led by British guest conductor William Lacey and features the Pacific Chorale and four seasoned veterans of the opera and solo stages-soprano Christine Brandes, mezzo-soprano Elizabeth Batton, tenor Benjamin Butterfield and baritone Timothy Mix-singing some of the most beautiful music ever written. Taking place on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 3 p.m., in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, the Symphony's annual performance-the first of several holiday concerts-includes blazing trumpets, thundering timpani, the exhilarating 'Hallelujah' chorus, and a message of hope in a year of tribulations.
by Michael Quintos - November 25, 2009
'Handel's Messiah,' performed by Pacific Symphony, is perhaps the perfect way take refuge from the hectic pace of the holidays and celebrate the season in a serene and meaningful way. This year, the most famous oratorio in the world is led by British guest conductor William Lacey and features the Pacific Chorale and four seasoned veterans of the opera and solo stages-soprano Christine Brandes, mezzo-soprano Elizabeth Batton, tenor Benjamin Butterfield and baritone Timothy Mix-singing some of the most beautiful music ever written. Taking place on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 3 p.m., in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, the Symphony's annual performance-the first of several holiday concerts-includes blazing trumpets, thundering timpani, the exhilarating 'Hallelujah' chorus, and a message of hope in a year of tribulations.
Orange County's Pacific Symphony Presents NUTCRACKER FOR KIDS, 12/12
by Michael L. Quintos - November 24, 2009
It's that magical time of the year again, when visions of sugar plums dance in the air and Pacific Symphony's Family Musical Mornings series returns to the enchanted land of the Sugar Plum Fairy with 'NUTCRACKER FOR KIDS.' Led by Pacific Symphony Assistant Conductor Maxim Eshkenazy, the orchestra performs excerpts from the much-loved holiday ballet by Tchaikovsky in a condensed version designed especially for children (45 kid-friendly minutes in length). Taking place on Saturday, Dec. 12, at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, the program features young dancers from the Festival Ballet Theatre (FBT) performing the charming tale of Clara, a girl who receives an extraordinary gift-a nutcracker that magically turns into a prince. For the finale of this popular concert, which is almost always a sell-out, the audience is invited to participate in a holiday sing-along, and as a special treat, Santa Claus himself makes an appearance!
by Michael L. Quintos - November 24, 2009
It's that magical time of the year again, when visions of sugar plums dance in the air and Pacific Symphony's Family Musical Mornings series returns to the enchanted land of the Sugar Plum Fairy with 'NUTCRACKER FOR KIDS.' Led by Pacific Symphony Assistant Conductor Maxim Eshkenazy, the orchestra performs excerpts from the much-loved holiday ballet by Tchaikovsky in a condensed version designed especially for children (45 kid-friendly minutes in length). Taking place on Saturday, Dec. 12, at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, the program features young dancers from the Festival Ballet Theatre (FBT) performing the charming tale of Clara, a girl who receives an extraordinary gift-a nutcracker that magically turns into a prince. For the finale of this popular concert, which is almost always a sell-out, the audience is invited to participate in a holiday sing-along, and as a special treat, Santa Claus himself makes an appearance!
OCPAC Presents ANNIE, 1/29 - 1/31
by Michael Quintos - November 24, 2009
ANNIE's back! America's most beloved musical, ANNIE, is back, and on its 30th anniversary tour, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie will be coming to the Orange County Performing Arts Center for five performances only January 29 - 31.
by Michael Quintos - November 24, 2009
ANNIE's back! America's most beloved musical, ANNIE, is back, and on its 30th anniversary tour, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie will be coming to the Orange County Performing Arts Center for five performances only January 29 - 31.
SPRING AWAKENING at OCPAC: $20 Student Rush Tickets Plus Post-Show Discussions
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2009
COSTA MESA, CA-The Orange County Performing Arts Center is offering discounted student rush tickets to Broadway's most talked about musical and the biggest Tony® Award-winner in years, Spring Awakening which visits November 17 - 29. Student rush ticket prices are just $20. Regular ticket prices for Spring Awakening are $20 - $70. Student rush tickets are available one hour before each performance. A valid student ID is required at the time of purchase, with a limit of two tickets per person, which must be paid for in cash.Also, four free post-performance discussions have been scheduled.
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2009
COSTA MESA, CA-The Orange County Performing Arts Center is offering discounted student rush tickets to Broadway's most talked about musical and the biggest Tony® Award-winner in years, Spring Awakening which visits November 17 - 29. Student rush ticket prices are just $20. Regular ticket prices for Spring Awakening are $20 - $70. Student rush tickets are available one hour before each performance. A valid student ID is required at the time of purchase, with a limit of two tickets per person, which must be paid for in cash.Also, four free post-performance discussions have been scheduled.
The Wonderettes return to Laguna Playhouse with Holiday Show 11/24 - 12/30
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2009
ORANGE COUNTY PREMIERE OF WINTER WONDERETTES FEATURES FESTIVE AND FUN RENDITIONS OF POPULAR HOLIDAY SONGS FROM THE '50s AND '60s: The weather outside isn't too frightful, but the four lovely ladies known as The Wonderettes are anticipating cooler coastal temperatures when they return to The Laguna Playhouse in the Orange County Premiere of the joyful holiday show, Winter Wonderettes (created and directed by Roger Bean), that runs November 24 - December 30, 2009. Winter Wonderettes is set six months after the end of The Marvelous Wonderettes, which The Laguna Playhouse presented in the summer of 2008 before the show moved off-Broadway. This seasonal sequel finds the girls returning to their hometown for a holiday celebration with their family and friends, complete with great Wonderette renditions of classic holiday tunes from the '50s and '60s.
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2009
ORANGE COUNTY PREMIERE OF WINTER WONDERETTES FEATURES FESTIVE AND FUN RENDITIONS OF POPULAR HOLIDAY SONGS FROM THE '50s AND '60s: The weather outside isn't too frightful, but the four lovely ladies known as The Wonderettes are anticipating cooler coastal temperatures when they return to The Laguna Playhouse in the Orange County Premiere of the joyful holiday show, Winter Wonderettes (created and directed by Roger Bean), that runs November 24 - December 30, 2009. Winter Wonderettes is set six months after the end of The Marvelous Wonderettes, which The Laguna Playhouse presented in the summer of 2008 before the show moved off-Broadway. This seasonal sequel finds the girls returning to their hometown for a holiday celebration with their family and friends, complete with great Wonderette renditions of classic holiday tunes from the '50s and '60s.
Photo Coverage: Orange County Celebrates SPRING AWAKENING 11/17 - 11/29
by Michael L. Quintos - November 23, 2009
COSTA MESA, CA-As part of the celebration for the Orange County stop of the 1st National Tour of SPRING AWAKENING, cast members have been promoting the two-week run of the show with various promotional appearances, including an in-store performance by Taylor Trensch and Steffi D. at Bloomingdale's - South Coast Plaza for a gathering of fans and press on Thursday, November 19. Later, after the Friday, November 20 performance, cast members Matt Shingledecker, Anthony Lee Medina, Steffi D., Krystina Alabado and Kayla Foster met with a few lucky members of the 'Guilty Ones' as part of an exclusive meet-and-greet for earning the highest points within the Orange County chapter. Among the excited fans in the cast encounter was Peter Armado, the winner of Spring Awakening's Fan Halloween Costume contest. One of five semi-finalists, Armado, from nearby San Diego, was voted on as the winner by the cast. Performances of SPRING AWAKENING continue at the Orange County Performing Arts Center through Sunday, November 29.
by Michael L. Quintos - November 23, 2009
COSTA MESA, CA-As part of the celebration for the Orange County stop of the 1st National Tour of SPRING AWAKENING, cast members have been promoting the two-week run of the show with various promotional appearances, including an in-store performance by Taylor Trensch and Steffi D. at Bloomingdale's - South Coast Plaza for a gathering of fans and press on Thursday, November 19. Later, after the Friday, November 20 performance, cast members Matt Shingledecker, Anthony Lee Medina, Steffi D., Krystina Alabado and Kayla Foster met with a few lucky members of the 'Guilty Ones' as part of an exclusive meet-and-greet for earning the highest points within the Orange County chapter. Among the excited fans in the cast encounter was Peter Armado, the winner of Spring Awakening's Fan Halloween Costume contest. One of five semi-finalists, Armado, from nearby San Diego, was voted on as the winner by the cast. Performances of SPRING AWAKENING continue at the Orange County Performing Arts Center through Sunday, November 29.
The Costa Mesa Playhouse presents 'Woman in Black' 10/30 - 11/22
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2009
Stephen Mallattrat's acclaimed play, The Woman in Black, from the novel by Susan Hill, has been frightening audiences in London's West End for 20 years and is now coming to Orange County to haunt the Costa Mesa Playhouse, October 30 - November 22.
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2009
Stephen Mallattrat's acclaimed play, The Woman in Black, from the novel by Susan Hill, has been frightening audiences in London's West End for 20 years and is now coming to Orange County to haunt the Costa Mesa Playhouse, October 30 - November 22.
SCR Presents SATURN RETURNS, Opens 10/23
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2009
Crabby but endearing Gustin Novak reflects on the women he has loved over his 88 years in Noah Haidle's latest play, Saturn Returns, which will make its West Coast premiere on South Coast Repertory's Segerstrom Stage Oct. 23 through Nov. 22.
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2009
Crabby but endearing Gustin Novak reflects on the women he has loved over his 88 years in Noah Haidle's latest play, Saturn Returns, which will make its West Coast premiere on South Coast Repertory's Segerstrom Stage Oct. 23 through Nov. 22.
South Coast Rep Presents JUNIE B. JONES and A LITTLE MONKEY BUSINESS, 11/6 thru 11/22
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2009
South Coast Repertory will present Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business as part of its Theatre for Young Audience series Nov. 6 - 22 on the Julianne Argyros stage. Directed by Casey Stangl, with book, music and lyrics by Joan Cushing, the musical is based on the second in Park's Junie B. Jones series. Low-priced previews are available from Nov. 6 -13. Opening day is Nov. 14.
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2009
South Coast Repertory will present Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business as part of its Theatre for Young Audience series Nov. 6 - 22 on the Julianne Argyros stage. Directed by Casey Stangl, with book, music and lyrics by Joan Cushing, the musical is based on the second in Park's Junie B. Jones series. Low-priced previews are available from Nov. 6 -13. Opening day is Nov. 14.
SPRING AWAKENING at OCPAC: $20 Student Rush Tickets Plus Post-Show Discussions
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2009
COSTA MESA, CA-The Orange County Performing Arts Center is offering discounted student rush tickets to Broadway's most talked about musical and the biggest Tony® Award-winner in years, Spring Awakening which visits November 17 - 29. Student rush ticket prices are just $20. Regular ticket prices for Spring Awakening are $20 - $70. Student rush tickets are available one hour before each performance. A valid student ID is required at the time of purchase, with a limit of two tickets per person, which must be paid for in cash.Also, four free post-performance discussions have been scheduled.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2009
COSTA MESA, CA-The Orange County Performing Arts Center is offering discounted student rush tickets to Broadway's most talked about musical and the biggest Tony® Award-winner in years, Spring Awakening which visits November 17 - 29. Student rush ticket prices are just $20. Regular ticket prices for Spring Awakening are $20 - $70. Student rush tickets are available one hour before each performance. A valid student ID is required at the time of purchase, with a limit of two tickets per person, which must be paid for in cash.Also, four free post-performance discussions have been scheduled.
XANADU Welcomes Youngsters for Kids Night on Broadway 12/15-17
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 20, 2009
In collaboration with The Broadway League, the Orange County Performing Arts Center has scheduled special Kids' Night on Broadway performances of XANADU on Tuesday, December 15; Wednesday, December 16; and Thursday, December 17 at 7:30 p.m.
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 20, 2009
In collaboration with The Broadway League, the Orange County Performing Arts Center has scheduled special Kids' Night on Broadway performances of XANADU on Tuesday, December 15; Wednesday, December 16; and Thursday, December 17 at 7:30 p.m.
REVIEW: SPRING AWAKENING Rocks the Body and Stirs the Soul at OCPAC
by Michael L. Quintos - November 20, 2009
It's tough to be a teenager these days. And apparently, things weren't so easy back in late 19th Century Germany either. In what is possibly one of the most soul-stirring, beautifully-scored, creatively innovative musicals to have come out of Broadway in the past few years, SPRING AWAKENING (playing through November 29 at the Orange County Performing Arts Center) is an accessible period piece with the heart of a modern day teen drama (minus the After-School Special treatment). Sandwiched in between scenes of time-defiant angst is a beautiful (and at times, hard-rocking) musical score that is as equally rebellious as it is truthful. There's plenty to like here: from the bare but effective set, to the emotionally-charged performances of its young but impressive cast. With this show, there's a moment you know... you've been rocked.
by Michael L. Quintos - November 20, 2009
It's tough to be a teenager these days. And apparently, things weren't so easy back in late 19th Century Germany either. In what is possibly one of the most soul-stirring, beautifully-scored, creatively innovative musicals to have come out of Broadway in the past few years, SPRING AWAKENING (playing through November 29 at the Orange County Performing Arts Center) is an accessible period piece with the heart of a modern day teen drama (minus the After-School Special treatment). Sandwiched in between scenes of time-defiant angst is a beautiful (and at times, hard-rocking) musical score that is as equally rebellious as it is truthful. There's plenty to like here: from the bare but effective set, to the emotionally-charged performances of its young but impressive cast. With this show, there's a moment you know... you've been rocked.
Orange County's Chance Theater presents LITTLE WOMEN: THE MUSICAL 11/20 - 12/27
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2009
Chance Theater presents Tony®-Nominated Hit Show LITTLE WOMEN: THE MUSICAL, based on the Novel by Louisa May Alcott and directed by Chance Theater Managing Director Casey Long. Performances begin November 20 - December 27. Music by James Howland, Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, and the Book is by Allan Knee. Musical direction is by Mike Wilkins and Choreography is by Jessie McLean.
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2009
Chance Theater presents Tony®-Nominated Hit Show LITTLE WOMEN: THE MUSICAL, based on the Novel by Louisa May Alcott and directed by Chance Theater Managing Director Casey Long. Performances begin November 20 - December 27. Music by James Howland, Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, and the Book is by Allan Knee. Musical direction is by Mike Wilkins and Choreography is by Jessie McLean.
SCR Announces Second Newscripts Reading 12/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 19, 2009
Beau Willimon's Spirit Control, the story of an air traffic controller trying to avert a disaster, will have a staged reading Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. as part of South Coast Repertory's NewSCRipts series. Spirit Control is the 110th play to receive a staged reading in SCR's venerable play reading program.
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 19, 2009
Beau Willimon's Spirit Control, the story of an air traffic controller trying to avert a disaster, will have a staged reading Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. as part of South Coast Repertory's NewSCRipts series. Spirit Control is the 110th play to receive a staged reading in SCR's venerable play reading program.
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