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Video: Dillon Klena Sings 'My Petersberg' from ANASTASIA
by Michael Major - Jun 25, 2026

La Mirada Theatre has released new footage of Dillon Klena performing 'My Petersberg' in their production of Anastasia. He now takes on the role for the La Mirada run after his brother, Derek Klena, originated it on Broadway. Watch the video now!

Video: Watch 'One Upon A December' from ANASTASIA at La Mirada Theatre
by Michael Major - Jun 18, 2026

Watch a 'One Upon A December' from Anastasia at La Mirada Theatre. The video features Lena Ceja as Anya, along with Dillon Klena as Dmitry, a role originally originated on Broadway by his brother, Derek Klena.

Review: ANASTASIA - THE MUSICAL Enchants at La Mirada Theatre
by Michael Quintos - Jun 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 remarkable musicality and an impressive acting ensemble, this epically-staged, winningly triumphant local iteration is an impressive presentation, from its thrilling technical aspects and grandiose (yet still grounded) storytelling to its superb, talent-bursting cast led by a fierce star turn by Lena Ceja in the title role that audiences will remember for a long time.

Photos: First Look At ANASTASIA At La Mirada Theatre
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 6, 2026

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment started their preview performances of a gorgeous new production of ANASTASIA, book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Check out the photos!

Video: Watch La Mirada Theatre's ANASTASIA Star Lena Ceja Perform 'Journey to the Past'
by Michael Major - May 21, 2026

La Mirada Theatre has released new video footage of Lena Ceja rehearsing 'Journey to the Past' from their upcoming production of Anastasia. The production features Dillon Klena as Dmitry, a role first played on Broadway by his brother Derek Klena.

ANASTASIA Casting Set At La Mirada Theatre; Dillon Klena To Play Role Originated By Brother Derek Klena
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026

Dillon Klena, whose brother Derek originated the role on Broadway, will play Dmitry in La Mirada Theatre and McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of ANASTASIA, alongside Lena Ceja and Suzanna Guzmán.

Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA Journeys Back to Musical Theatre West
by Michael Quintos - Feb 17, 2026

Directed by James Vásquez with musical direction by Ryan O'Connell and choreography by Shani Talmor, this remarkably solid new production of the 1965 Tony Award winner boasts haunting visuals and superb performances from its assembled ensemble, led by a trio of excellent leads that offer three distinct portrayals of varying temperaments. This brand new regional revival mounted by Musical Theatre West—which recently opened its latest iteration of the show at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach—continues through March 1, 2026.

Musical Theatre West Will Open 2026 Season With MAN OF LA MANCHA
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026

Musical Theatre West will open its 2026 season with the bold, moving, and visually striking musical: 'Man of La Mancha.” Running select nights starting February 13th through March 1st at Carpenter Performing Arts Center.

Feature: The 2025 Theatre I Kept Thinking About, Long After the Applause
by ErinMarie Reiter - Dec 29, 2025

Think of it not as a “Best of” but as a yearbook of some of the San Diego shows that lingered with me long beyond closing in 2025

Review: A MAGICAL HOLIDAY: CHRISTMAS AT THE JOAN at Cygnet Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - Dec 16, 2025

Cygnet Theatre’s “A Magical Holiday: Christmas at The Joan” is precisely what its title promises: a bright, polished, joy-forward holiday revue that knows its job is to lift spirits, sparkle confidently, and send you back into December humming. 

Cygnet Theatre Reveals Cast And Creative Team For CYGNET'S A MAGICAL HOLIDAY: CHRISTMAS AT THE JOAN
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025

Cygnet Theatre will present Cygnet’s A Magical Holiday: Christmas at The Joan from December 10–28 in San Diego’s Dottie Studio Theater. Directed by Carlos Mendoza.

Review: JEKYLL & HYDE at San Diego Musical Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - Oct 13, 2025

If you’re in the mood for a gloriously over-the-top musical with powerhouse vocals, capes, and chaos, then this “Jekyll & Hyde” at SDMT is your moment.

Review: ANASTASIA at Moonlight Stage
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jul 12, 2025

Moonlight Stage Productions’ “Anastasia” offers a glittery train ride through royal rumors, sweeping ballads, and animated-movie nostalgia, with just a few detours into brooding Soviet angst.

ANASTASIA Comes to Moonlight Stage Productions in July
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2025

Moonlight Stage Productions’ 44th season will continue with Anastasia, the second of three regional premieres. Based on the 20th Century Fox Animation 1997 film of the same name.

Review: Musical Theatre West Ventures Back INTO THE WOODS in Long Beach
by Michael Quintos - Apr 3, 2025

For Musical Theatre West's new, winning large-scale production—now on stage at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach through April 13, 2025—director Kari Hayter and a company of terrific performers have revived the musical in an expected, true-to-the-classic staging, bursting with the color and aura of a storybook fairy tale come-to-life. While, sure, nothing necessarily new is presented in MTW's vibe, this lively, genuinely spirited presentation reminds old and new fans exactly why the show—for many theatergoers—continues to be a beloved show decades after it first conjured itself on stage.

Cast Revealed For EVITA at Cygnet Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2023

Cygnet Theatre has announced the cast and creative team of Evita with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. This Tony Award-winning musical is directed by Sean Murray and runs August 9 - September 24 at Cygnet Theatre in Old Town.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to be Presented at Moonlight Stage Productions in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2023

Jesus Christ Superstar will launch the 42nd season of Moonlight Stage Productions at the Moonlight Amphitheatre.

Review: EVITA Wins Hearts & Raises the Bar at SKYLIGHT MUSIC THEATRE
by Kelsey Lawler - Feb 6, 2023

The good news: Evita at Skylight Music Theatre is a stunner that's not to be missed. The bad news: Milwaukee-area theater fans only have until February 19th to catch it on stage.

Photos: First Look at EVITA at Skylight Music Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2023

Get a first look at photos of Skylight Music Theatre's Evita, running February 3-19.

Cast & Creative Team Announced for EVITA at Skylight Music Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2023

Skylight Music Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for Evita, running February 3-19, 2023 at Skylight’s Cabot Theatre in the Broadway Theatre Center.