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Coachella Valley Repertory

68510 E. Palm Canyon Dr.
Cathedral City 92234

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ROBERT YACKO: IN SUMMER CABARET SERIES

ROBERT YACKO: IN SUMMER CABARET SERIES

Jul 7

ROBERT YACKO is a veteran of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Regional Theatres across the country, and has been a denizen of Los Angeles stages for decades....

EMILY SKINNER: LIVE AT CVREP

EMILY SKINNER: LIVE AT CVREP

Jul 9

EMILY SKINNER Broadway credits include The Cher Show, Prince of Broadway (Outer Critics Circle Award nomination), Side Show (Tony nomination, Drama League Award), Jekyll & Hyde, The Full...

NIC & DESI: SONG, DANCE & ROMANCE

NIC & DESI: SONG, DANCE & ROMANCE

Jul 21

Step into the golden age of entertainment with a dazzling evening of song, dance, and romance starring award-winning married Broadway duo NIC DROMARD & DESI DAVAR....

DAVIS GAINES: LIVE AT CVREP

DAVIS GAINES: LIVE AT CVREP

Jul 30

DAVIS GAINES performed the title role in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera more than 2,000 times on Broadway, in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Subsequently,...


Review: TREASURE ISLAND at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum

Review: TREASURE ISLAND at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum

by Melissa Heckscher · June 22, 2026

Review: Even if you leave wanting a few more cannon blasts from Theatricum Botanicum's 2026 adaptation of TREASURE ISLAND, you'll be hard-pressed to find a more beautiful place to spend a summer evening.…

Review: THE FIRST GENTLEMAN World Premiere Musical at Torrance Theatre Company

Review: THE FIRST GENTLEMAN World Premiere Musical at Torrance Theatre Company

by Shari Barrett · June 22, 2026

Director Glenn Kelman is to be commended for taking on the challenge of coordinating twenty cast members moving scenery and set pieces into place to create 22 set changes in 14 locations on such a small stage, as well as setting the timing of each Ameri-News video projection to forward the story. An…

Review: ROMEO AND JULIET at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum

Review: ROMEO AND JULIET at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum

by Evan Henerson · June 21, 2026

Casting high school aged teen-agers can be a trickier needle to thread than one might think. Two actors who are still in high school wrestling down the spectrum of emotions, growth journeys and heartbreak of Shakespeare’s tale is no small achievement. Asher Hagler and Quinnlyn Scheppner make thei…

Review: AMAZING GRAVES Sets Two Short Plays Inside the Same Cemetery

Review: AMAZING GRAVES Sets Two Short Plays Inside the Same Cemetery

by Shari Barrett · June 17, 2026

Have you ever wondered what really goes on in cemeteries when memories are shared with those seen and unseen at grave sites?  Then head on over to see two, funny and life-affirming plays in this year’s Hollywood Fringe Festival, bundled together as Amazing Graves, produced by Amanda Lynne for Neo…

Review: Diana Varco Shares Her Journey to RISE Above Childhood Rage

Review: Diana Varco Shares Her Journey to RISE Above Childhood Rage

by Shari Barrett · June 16, 2026

It's a very well done, confrontational hour-long play at this year’s Hollywood Fringe Festival, but also life-affirming to know none of us are alone in the struggle for emotional maturity rather than turn to the easy crutches of overeating, alcohol abuse, drug use or unbridled sex to forget about …

Review: ANASTASIA - THE MUSICAL Enchants at La Mirada Theatre

Review: ANASTASIA - THE MUSICAL Enchants at La Mirada Theatre

by Michael Quintos · June 11, 2026

I'll say this now: this Summer's most beguiling, most enchanting theatrical surprise is perhaps the brand new, gorgeously opulent regional production of ANASTASIA - THE MUSICAL, now on stage at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through June 20, 2026. A visual stunner punctuated by remark…

Review: OC's Segerstrom Center Welcomes New Tour of THE SOUND OF MUSIC

Review: OC's Segerstrom Center Welcomes New Tour of THE SOUND OF MUSIC

by Michael Quintos · June 8, 2026

You may ask yourself—is seeing a touring stage production of the globally and generationally ubiquitous 1959 musical THE SOUND OF MUSIC still worth experiencing live on stage in 2026? While the stage musical in its current touring form certainly doesn't offer anything revolutionary or new to the s…

Past Shows

JENNIFER LEIGH WARREN LIVE AT CVREP

JENNIFER LEIGH WARREN LIVE AT CVREP

Jun 11

JENNIFER LEIGH WARREN Infuses songs with power and heart. She is an award- winning, critically acclaimed actress/singer lauded for her show-stopping Broadway performances. She is today’s best...

JASON GRAAE: A GRAAE NIGHT FOR SINGING

JASON GRAAE: A GRAAE NIGHT FOR SINGING

Jun 2

The irrepressible and irresistible, award-winning actor, singer, dancer, and director JASON GRAAE returns to CVRep with his new show, It’s a Graae Night For Singing!, which...

ERNEST SHAKELTON LOVES ME

ERNEST SHAKELTON LOVES ME

Apr 22 – May 10, 2026

CVREP presents the Regional Premiere of this stylish, critically acclaimed new musical comedy

GUYS AND DOLLS

GUYS AND DOLLS

Feb 25 – Mar 15, 2026

GUYS AND DOLLS: Considered by many to be the perfect musical comedy.

ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS

ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS

Jan 14 – Feb 1, 2026

ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS: Complicated and convoluted, but a genuine wild and crazy ride that will be remembered often with smiles and chuckles.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN

DEAR EVAN HANSEN

Dec 3 – Dec 21, 2025

CVRep Begins its 2025-2026 Season with the Regional Premiere of DEAR EVAN HANSEN

Other Desert Cities

Other Desert Cities

Apr 23 – May 4, 2025

A Christmas story of a family that finds they're only as sick as their secrets.

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 23

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 22

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 21

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 20

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 19

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 16

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 15

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 14

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 13

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 12

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 9

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 8

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 7

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 6

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Mar 5

“Improbably, his message of peace and tolerance feels newly controversial in light of distant wars and domestic divisions, as painfully relevant now as in the...

The Light In The Piazza

The Light In The Piazza

Jan 22 – Feb 9, 2025

“ … the most soul-satisfying score written for Broadway so far this century." – Chicago Tribune, Chris JonesWinner of six Tony® Awards, five Drama Desk...

The 39 Steps

The 39 Steps

Dec 11 – Dec 22, 2024

“The 39 Steps is a most original and truly hilariously entertaining comedy that plays out unlike anything you’ve ever experienced.” –Tom Wilson, Chicago CriticMix a...

Next to Normal

Next to Normal

Nov 6 – Nov 24, 2024

“Next to Normal covers a challenging subject, no question. That it’s hopeful and uplifting, not depressing, is more than a triumph – it’s next to...

David Burnham- Mostly Broadway

David Burnham- Mostly Broadway

Jul 25

DAVID BURNHAM entertains his audiences with humorous tales from The Great White Way using his powerhouse vocals to bring to life some of the greatest...

Brent Barrett & Bernie Blanks

Brent Barrett & Bernie Blanks

Jul 18

BRENT BARRETT and BERNIE BLANKS become a powerhouse duo in CVRep's Summer Cabaret Series. BRENT stars in musical theatre, in concerts with symphony orchestras, Las Vegas, and in...

Broadway Barbara Live!

Broadway Barbara Live!

Jul 11

Stage legend. social media sensation (@BroadwayBarbaraOfficial), subtly understated international entertainment titan. Broadway Barbara returns to the Desert, making her Coachella Valley Repertory debut. Her raucous...

Ken Page Live!

Ken Page Live!

Jun 27

KEN PAGE is an acclaimed, award-winning performer on Broadway, in theater companies across the country, in films (Dreamgirls, Torch Song Trilogy, All Dogs Go To...

Nice Work If You Can Get It

Nice Work If You Can Get It

Apr 10 – Apr 21, 2024

NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT will be the biggest production ever mounted on the CVRep stage. A classic Broadway blockbuster filled with actors,...

Cabaret

Cabaret

Jan 24 – Feb 4, 2024

CVRep Executive Artistic Director Adam Karsten directs this immersive, one-of-a-kind production of a theatrical stroke of genius. Audience members will step off the street and...

Summer Session With The Bones Brigade

Summer Session With The Bones Brigade

Dec 6 – Dec 17, 2023

CVRep presents the World Premiere of this powerful new play by Kirby Fields. Summer Session With The Bones Brigade was a submission in CVRep's ORIGINS...

The Fantasticks: A Love Story Reimagined

The Fantasticks: A Love Story Reimagined

Nov 1 – Nov 19, 2023

Coachella Valley Repertory presents the West Coast Premiere of the reimagined, regendered production of this groundbreaking musical. In the premiere of this new version of...

LISA VROMAN LIVE!

LISA VROMAN LIVE!

Aug 10

is incomparable. Lisa Vroman is a star of Broadway and opera stages, in concert halls and grand celebrations around the world. Her voice is “crystal...

MORE BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS WITH GLENN ROSENBLUM

MORE BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS WITH GLENN ROSENBLUM

Aug 3

Glenn Rosenblum continues his survey of musical theatre classes with a second installment of BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS with GLENN ROSENBLUM. A captivating storyteller with an encyclopedic...

CHRISTIA MANTZKE LIVE!

CHRISTIA MANTZKE LIVE!

Jul 27

In this exclusive one-night event, Broadway performer and Billboard Award-winning EMI recording artist CHRISTIA MANTZKE sings some of her favorite songs from productions over her...

MAXIMO MARCUSO - TENOR OF THE AMERICAS

MAXIMO MARCUSO - TENOR OF THE AMERICAS

Jul 20

Internationally acclaimed MAXIMO MARSCUSO - TENOR OF THE AMERICAS, thrills audiences with his beautiful and diverse repertoire that encompasses operatic arias, classical crossovers, Broadway standards...

FLAMENCO COMPANY MIGUEL BERNAL

FLAMENCO COMPANY MIGUEL BERNAL

Jul 13

In their magnificent classic flamenco costumes and dancing to the raw flamenco music, FLAMENCO COMPANY MIGUEL BERNAL performs this revered art with heat, passion, and...

CHRISTIANE NOLL LIVE!

CHRISTIANE NOLL LIVE!

Jun 22

Broadway, concert artist, Tony and Drama Desk awards nominee and receiient of the prestigious Helen Hayes Award, CHRISTIANE NOLL will deliver a powerhouse evening at...

BROADWDAY SHOWSTOPPERS WITH GLENN ROSENBLUM

BROADWDAY SHOWSTOPPERS WITH GLENN ROSENBLUM

Jun 15

GLENN ROSENBLUM is joined by JACKIE JOSEPH and ALIX KOREY for thiswonderful evneing. Rosenblum uses the stage to share music and his vast knowledge of musical theatre to...

TERI RALSTON WITH ALIX KOREY

TERI RALSTON WITH ALIX KOREY

Jun 8

Great Ladies of Broadway TERI RALSTON and ALIX KOREY combine their formidible talents for an  evening of songs from the many hit shows they helped bring to...

AN EVENING WITH STEVE ROSS

AN EVENING WITH STEVE ROSS

May 18

Returning to Coachella Valley Repertory with AN EVENING WITH STEVE ROSS, the “Crown Prince of New York Cabaret” (NY Times) perform classics by music titans...

ALAN H. GREEN LIVE!

ALAN H. GREEN LIVE!

May 11

“Powerful voice,” “dynamic stage presence” and “incredible versatility” are all phrases used to describe charismatic Broadway veteran ALAN H. GREEN. He has appeared in hit...

Hand to God

Hand to God

Mar 28 – Apr 9, 2023

Hand to God received five Tony Award nominations, including Best New Play. Tormented by feelings of lust and loss, an unhappy teenage boy tries to...

Once

Once

Feb 21 – Mar 5, 2023

Once is a love story reminding us of how the language of music is universal. Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Once tells...

Dirty Blonde

Dirty Blonde

Jan 17 – Jan 29, 2023

This hit comedy garnered five Tony Award nominations and tells the story that is as unlikely, outrageous and as fascinating as Mae West herself. Come...

Fun Home

Fun Home

Dec 6 – Dec 18, 2022

Winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Fun Home is a musical adapted from Alison Bechdels 2006 graphic memoir of the same name. Follow...

The Humans

The Humans

Nov 8 – Nov 20, 2022

Winner of four Tony Awards, Stephen Karams family drama is an absolute must see. As things go bump in the night, the angst and anguish...

An Evening of Julie Garnye

"An Evening of Julie Garnye"

Aug 25

Spend a dazzling evening with the fabulous Julie Garnye, and be charmed as she sings some of her favorite songs. Garnye is an actress, singer,...

The Musical Man

"The Musical Man"

Aug 11

With a beautiful tenor/baritone voice and being off the wall funny Glenn lets you know why he isThe Musical Man.Glenn uses the stage to share...

Graae Matter

Graae Matter

Jul 28

By the time Graae has pulled his last inspired stun, he'll have convinced the crowd that there's nothing he can't do and no entertainment technique...

Lynda Kay the Mod Way

"Lynda Kay the Mod Way"

Jul 21

Groove with Lyndaas she sings your favorite standards with a 60s & 70s vibe, with Phil Parlapiano on the piano....

A Celebration of Jewish Broadway

"A Celebration of Jewish Broadway"

Jul 14

An award winning show honoring the songs and stories of Jewish Composers and their contributions to the American Musical. Beloved melodies and lyrics by the...

Cole Porter & Beyond

"Cole Porter & Beyond"

Jun 16

International cabaret and concert performer Steve Ross brings his sophisiticated touch, delicious sense of humor and his heartfelt ballads together in this one-night-only program. Steve...

Steve Ross ~ Cole Porter & Beyond

Steve Ross ~ "Cole Porter & Beyond"

Jun 16

International cabaret and concert performer Steve Ross brings his sophisticated touch, delicious sense of humor and his heartfelt ballads together in tonight's program featuring the...

A Tribute to Lalo Guerrero

"A Tribute to Lalo Guerrero"

Jun 9

Told through the eyes of his sons, Lalo Guerrero will be long-remembered as the Father of Chicano Music. Dan and Mark will show the documentary...

You Must Believe in Spring

"You Must Believe in Spring"

May 26

Eileen Barnett and Musical Director Michael Collum take the stage with a one night only cabaret "You Must Believe in Spring". Eileen Barnett inspires with...

A Cabbello | A Tribute to Sondheim

A Cabbello | A Tribute to Sondheim

May 14 – May 15, 2022

A Cabbello, Men Making Magical Music The Desert's Premier Male Vocal Performance Group presents a tribute to the musical genius of Stephen Sondheim and modern...

Life X 3 by Yasmina Reza

Life X 3 by Yasmina Reza

Jan 25 – Feb 6, 2022

Henry and Sonia are having a difficult evening with Arnaud, their wakeful six-year-old son; but Henry has other worries. About to publish the results of...

Strong Words - Stories For Grownups

Strong Words - Stories For Grownups

Dec 19 – Dec 29, 2021

Now it feels like the holidays! says every audience member after a Strong Words holiday performance. The hot LA story salon makes a triumphant return...

Coachella Valley Improv/Comedy Festival

Coachella Valley Improv/Comedy Festival

Oct 23 – Oct 24, 2021

The Coachella Valley Improv/Comedy Festival is a 2-day event consisting of a special guest appearance by comedy legend Tom Dreesen; Saturday and Sunday daytime workshops;...

Acting Workshop For Youth & Teens

Acting Workshop For Youth & Teens

Feb 27 – Apr 17, 2021

This eight-week course is designed for students 12 15 years old. Instructor Francesca Amari will use theatre games, improv exercises, monologue work to create a...

Broadway Showstoppers: More Dancing!

Broadway Showstoppers: More Dancing!

Mar 18

Be sure to mark your calendars for Glenn Rosenblums new presentation. Join him for this fun and enlightening evening about the most popular dance productions...

Marvelous Monologues

Marvelous Monologues

Mar 4

Join us for a night of monologues, recited by some of CVReps talented actors: Melodie Wolford, Barbara Niles, Sean Smith, John Hawkinson, Bobbi Stamm, Patrick...

Beginning Scene and Solo Work

Beginning Scene and Solo Work

Feb 22

As artists, we must create! Despite the pandemic and even with the obstacle of not being in the same physical space, the fundamentals of acting...

Marvelous Monlogies

Marvelous Monlogies

Jan 7

To kickstart the new 2021 year, CVRep will present Marvelous Monologues on Thursday, January 7, 2020 at our new time, 7:00 pm (Pacific). Host, Ron...

Much Ado About Nothing

Much Ado About Nothing

Dec 17

On Thursday, December 17, 2020 at 6:00 pm, CVRep will present the staged reading of Much Ado About Nothing. Director/Actor Charles Pasternak makes a return...

“Shades of Romance” with Tim Connell

“Shades of Romance” with Tim Connell

Dec 3

On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 6:00 pm, Tim Connell, along with Musical Director James Followell, returns to CVRep, albeit virtually, after being part of...

The Importance of Being Earnest

The Importance of Being Earnest

Nov 19

CVRep presents a virtual staged-reading of Oscar Wildes famous play, The Importance of Being Earnest, with director Charles Pasternak and cast members Easnestine Phillips, Scott...

Solo Composers

Solo Composers

Oct 22

Fan favorite Glenn Rosenblum returns with "Solo Composers." Enjoy hearing songs of the talented few composers who did it all - from music to lyrics...

An Evening With Leslie Page

An Evening With Leslie Page

Sep 3

"An Evening with Leslie Page" is a casual mixture of music and conversation. Accompanied by Nick Sosa on guitar, Leslie will be singing songs from...

Inside An Actor's World

Inside An Actor's World

Aug 27

New York Actor, Playwright Jim Brochu goes one on one with Ron Celona. Fans will recognize Brochu from his multi-award winning play, Zero Hour, where...

BALLROOM

BALLROOM

Jan 29 – Feb 16, 2020

CVRep's highly anticipated, re-imagined revival of the 1978 Broadway usical BALLROOM has a book by Jerome Kass, music by Billy Goldenberg, and lyrics by Alan...

CHESS

CHESS

Mar 13 – Mar 31, 2019

CHESSBook by Richard NelsonLyrics by Tim RiceMusic by Bjrn Ulvaeus & Benny Andersson,March 13-31, 2019CVRep Playhouse in Cathedral CityThe collaborators on CHESS are giants of...

BLANK

BLANK

Aug 3 – Aug 5, 2018

Written by and starring Brian Stanton Award-winning, critically acclaimed BLANK explores adoption & identity. Playing 12 characters, adoptee Brian Stanton embarks on a quest for...

CarneyMagic

CarneyMagic

Jul 13 – Jul 15, 2018

Starring John Carney. Laughter and Astonishment! More than a theater show. More than a magic show. Regarded by his peers as one of the top...

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Storytellers Theater: PINOCCHIO @ Sac Fine Arts in Los Angeles Storytellers Theater: PINOCCHIO @ Sac Fine Arts
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The Show Has Been Cancelled (Due to the End of The World) in Los Angeles The Show Has Been Cancelled (Due to the End of The World)
Broadwater Second Stage (6/16-6/27)
Where We Played: Voices From the Fire in Los Angeles Where We Played: Voices From the Fire
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