CONEJO PLAYERS THEATRE

About the Theatre

Conejo Players Theatre's Mission is to share in providing the community with a year-round schedule of affordable live theatre produced to serve the cultural, educational, and entertainment needs of the community. To welcome and provide an avocational opportunity for all volunteers interested in the theatre arts to participate in the many activities of community theatre.

The Conejo Players were born in 1958 with a “Let’s start a theatre” attitude, a meager treasury, and a handful of volunteers to build a stage in a barn and put on shows. Within seven years — and a history of some 20-plus productions — that attitude evolved into: “Let’s build a theatre!” With the generosity of the Janss Foundation and a no-interest construction loan, a 126-seat theatre opened at the current S. Moorpark Road location in July 1964. In 1974, on the 10th anniversary of the building (and nearly 50 productions later), the mortgage was paid. And after eight more years (that’s another 40 Mainstage shows and eight Conejo Afternoon Theater [CAT] productions), the urge to grow lead to a new lobby, new restrooms, new theatre seats, and an increased capacity of 185.

Within the next decade (more than 40 more productions and 30 CAT shows later!), the space demanded a workshop and rehearsal/storage areas. In 1989, an 1,800-square-foot expansion was added to the back of the theatre; prop, set storage, and scene shop areas were all greatly enhanced. Ten more years pass — that’s over 60 Mainstage productions, 35 CAT shows, and three Children’s Theatre productions — and the interior of the auditorium began showing its age. The need to refurbish, improve, and remodel with air conditioning, improved access, and new seats became the “Reaching for the Stars” campaign. Due to several generous donations, the Phase One remodel was completed in 2002. And in 2005, the desire to enhance the Conejo Players’ musical theatre capabilities lead to construction of an orchestra pit prior to the opening musical of the ’06 season. In 2015, a Capital Campaign resulted in the purchase of a brand-new heating and air conditioning system, as well as several other needed improvements. Just two years later, further donations resulted in increased technical capabilities by way of a new lightboard; new LED stage lights; and a new soundboard. And in Fall 2018 — due to the incredible generosity of our patrons and members — we unveiled fresh, modern bathroom facilities complete with refurbished plumbing. At CPT, we continue these fundraising efforts with a keen eye toward the future.

The Conejo Players season includes 5 Mainstage shows, 2 Youth shows (play & musical), an Improv Team and Youth Improv Team. They also hold a variety of special events and workshops. 

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Conejo Players Theatre To Present TIME IN TUNE: A CPT SPECIAL PRESENTATION

by A.A. Cristi - December 22, 2025

Conejo Players Theatre will present Time in Tune: A CPT Special Presentation, a cabaret-style New Year’s Eve event inspired by the history of American television. The event brings together performers from across Southern California for a one-night presentation....

Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Hudson Theatres Leads Favorite Theatre!

by BWW Awards - December 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards - December 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to Conejo Players’ Readers Theatre

by Stephi Wild - December 09, 2025

Conejo Players Theatre’s Readers Theatre program will return this December with its free, family-friendly staged reading of A Christmas Carol, running for three performances only....

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Backyard Playhouse: Treetop Production Leads Favorite Theatre!

by BWW Awards - December 08, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; LEGALLY BLONDE Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

A CHORUS LINE Begins In November At Conejo Players Theatre

by A.A. Cristi - October 23, 2025

Conejo Players Theatre will present A Chorus Line from November 7–30, 2025, honoring the Tony Award-winning musical’s 50th anniversary. Directed and choreographed by Mirian Durrie-Kirsch....

Disney's DESCENDANTS THE MUSICAL Comes to The Conejo Players Theatre

by Stephi Wild - September 11, 2025

The Conejo Players Theatre will kick off spooky season with Disney’s legendary villains and their teenaged kids in Descendants the Musical! Learn more here!...

MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Comes to the Conejo Players Theatre

by Stephi Wild - July 30, 2025

Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express will come to the Conejo Players Theatre in Thousand Oaks, CA. This show opens on August 8, 2025 with a red carpet celebration before the performance and a post show reception open to the audience. ...

THE BOOK OF WILL To Have Ventura County Premiere At Conejo Players

by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2025

Conejo Players Theatre will present Ventura Country Premiere of the historical dramatic comedy, The Book of Will. Told with great humor and accessibility, The Book of Will celebrates the Theater, and the power and legacy of great art. ...