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Review: Will Swenson Leads New SoCal Revival of SWEENEY TODD at La Mirada Theatre
by Michael Quintos - Feb 5, 2026

In what is clearly proving to be the must-see stage production of the new year so far here in Southern California, McCoy Rigby Entertainment's stunning new production of the 1979 Tony Award-winning classic SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET—now playing a limited engagement at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through February 22, 2026—has been revived locally with thrilling visuals, Broadway-caliber showmanship, creative hutzpah, and a spectacular cast led by Tony nominee Will Swenson as the titular vengeful London barber and the hilarious Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita as pie shop proprietor Mrs. Lovett.

Photos: First Look At Will Swenson And Lesli Margherita In SWEENEY TODD At La Mirada Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2026

Production photos have been released for La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment’s revival of SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET, now running through February 22, 2026, at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.

Video: Will Swenson Takes On the Title Role in SWEENEY TODD at La Mirada
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts will present Tony award-nominee Will Swenson starring as “Sweeney Todd” in its upcoming major revival of the Stephen Sondheim masterpiece, SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET. Watch the video as Will describes what it's like to star in his favorite musical of all-time. 

Video: Will Swenson and Lesli Margherita Talk SWEENEY TODD at La Mirada; Full Cast Set
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2025

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has revealed the full cast set to join the previously announced Tony award-nominee Will Swenson starring as “Sweeney Todd” and Olivier award- winner Lesli Margherita starring as “Mrs. Lovett”.

Photos: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Laguna Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE is presenting the first show of its 2025/2026 season, the critically acclaimed, Tony Award-winning musical, A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER. See photos here!

Laguna Playhouse Opens 2025�"26 Season With A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2025

Laguna Playhouse will launch its 2025/26 season with the Tony Award-winning musical A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder. The show opens officially on Sunday, September 21 at 5:30 p.m., and continues through Sunday, October 5 at the Laguna Playhouse.

A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2025

North Coast Repertory Theatre will be rocking with laughter as it closes out Season 43 with the hilariously inventive musical farce, A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER.

Photos: A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2025

North Coast Repertory Theatre has released first look production photos for A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, the Tony Award-winning musical comedy running July 16 – August 10, 2025.

WAITRESS Comes to Moonlight Stage Next Month
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025

Moonlight Stage Productions’ 44th season will continue with Waitress, the first of three regional premieres, this June. Learn more about the show and this production here!

Full Cast Announced for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 28, 2024

LA Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment announced the cast for their upcoming production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble ready to bring the classic musical to life.

Full Cast Set for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS has revealed the full cast for Fiddler on the Roof starring Jason Alexander. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: HOLMES & WATSON at Laguna Playhouse
by Amanda Callas - Jun 3, 2024

Lovers of Agatha Christie, Knives Out, Michael Connelly, and of course, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, will be absolutely delighted by this fiendish period mystery starring everyone’s favorite sleuth and cocaine addict.

Photos: First Look at HOLMES & WATSON at Laguna Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024

Laguna Playhouse is now presenting HOLMES & WATSON, written by Jeffrey Hatcher and directed by Laguna Playhouse artistic director David Ellenstein. Check out all new photos here!

Portland Stage to Present THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2024

PORTLAND STAGE delivers the laughs with THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Review: OLIVER! at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center
by Cary Ginell - Oct 26, 2023

What did our critic think of OLIVER! at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center? As the earliest Broadway musical ever to feature children playing major roles, Oliver! usually bristles with youthful excitement. But despite being marketed as a family-oriented musical, Oliver! is really inappropriate for younger audiences, and it was uncomfortable listening to parents trying to explain to their small children at intermission why that nice girl Nancy loves the bully Sikes and how being successful in picking people's pockets is a positive career move.

Photos: First Look at 5-Star Theatricals's Production of OLIVER!
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 14, 2023

Check out production photos from 5-Star Theatricals's third and final show of its 2023-2024 season, OLIVER!, with book, music and lyrics by Lionel Bart, musical direction by Anthony Lucca, choreography by Christopher M. Albrecht and directed by Kari Hayter!