Will Geer

Theatricum Botanicum to Present 5th Annual HOLIDAY FAMILY FAIRE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum’s spectacular outdoor venue in Topanga will transform into a winter wonderland for the company’s fifth annual Holiday Family Faire. Learn how to join!

Interview: Ellen Geer on STRIFE at Theatricum Botanicum
by Shari Barrett - Aug 30, 2025

Strife, a rarely produced play by Nobel Prize-winning writer and social activist John Galsworthy explores the complexities of labor relations, a theme that resonated with both Galsworthy and the Geer family of actors and theater directors. Here's my interview with Theatricum artistic director Ellen Geer about presenting it at Theatricum Botanicum.

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum to Present UNDER THE OAKS Salon Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2025

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum will return with the company’s annual Under the Oaks salon series, featuring performance and music every Thursday in September on Theatricum’s spectacular outdoor stage in Topanga.

Photos: WINE IN THE WILDERNESS at Theatricum Botanicum
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025

Performances of Wine in the Wilderness join the outdoor summer repertory “Season of Resilience” at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum beginning August 9 and continuing through October 12. Check out photos here!

WIll Geer Theatricum Botanicum to Host Annual Gala ECHOES IN THE FOREST
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2025

Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum will host Echoes in the Forest, its annual fundraising gala, on Saturday, August 23 at 6 p.m., celebrating the profound artistic legacy of the George family.

Photos: Re-imagined Chekhov Classic THE SEAGULL: MALIBU at Theatricum Botanicum
by Emmy Rice - Jul 12, 2025

The world premiere of “The Seagull: Malibu,” an evocative retelling of Anton Chekhov’s timeless masterpiece as re-imagined by Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum artistic director Ellen Geer, opens this Saturday at the company’s beautiful outdoor venue in Topanga.

WINE IN THE WILDERNESS Joins Outdoor Rep Season at Theatricum Botanicum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2025

Performances of Alice Childress' Wine in the Wilderness have joined the outdoor summer repertory “Season of Resilience” at Will Geer Theatricum. Learn more!

Photos: STRIFE By John Galsworthy Opens This Weekend In Outdoor Production At Theatricum
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025

A new production of “Strife,” the rarely produced drama by Nobel Prize-winning writer and social activist John Galsworthy, is set to open this weekend in an outdoor production at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga. Check out the photos, below.

Ashley Griffin’s THE OPPOSITE OF LOVE to Make West Coast Premiere at Hudson Backstage Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025

Neil Gooding Productions has announced the West Coast premiere of the acclaimed Off-Broadway play The Opposite of Love, opening July 25 at Hudson Backstage Theatre, with a preview on July 24.

Photos: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Opens Outdoor Summer Season At Theatricum This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2025

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum opens its 2025 summer repertory season in rustic Topanga Canyon this weekend with William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, “Much ado About Nothing.” Check out photos of the production.

THE SEAGULL: MALIBU to be Presented at Theatricum Botanicum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum will present the world premiere of The Seagull: Malibu, an evocative retelling of Anton Chekhov’s timeless masterpiece as re-imagined by Theatricum artistic director Ellen Geer. Learn more.

STRIFE by John Galsworthy to be Presented at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum will present a new production of Strife by Nobel Prize-winning writer and social activist John Galsworthy. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

THE OPPOSITE OF LOVE Premieres In Los Angeles This Summer
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

The Off-Broadway play The Opposite of Love will have its Los Angeles premiere this summer featuring original star, and Los Angeles native Ashley Griffin (Playwright and co-stars as Eloise) making her  Los Angeles theatrical return.

Theatricum to Open Summer Season with Shakespeare's MUCH ADO and MIDSUMMER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2025

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum will present two beloved comedies by William Shakespeare to open the company’s “2025 Season of Resilience.” Learn how to attend!

Performer Schedule Set for WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT at Fountain Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 2, 2025

Every night is opening night for the Fountain Theatre’s production of White Rabbit Red Rabbit, with 25 performers — actors, writers, teachers, artistic directors, community and faith leaders —set to appear. Learn more!

WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT LA Premiere is Coming to Fountain Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025

The play that no one knows — not even the actors. The Fountain Theatre, in association with Nassim Soleimanpour Productions, will present the Los Angeles premiere of White Rabbit Red Rabbit. Learn more!

Celebrate Mother's Day With 'MOMentum Place' at Theatricum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025

Every year on Mother’s Day, “MOMentum Place” creates a fantastical world of aerial and circus performers, dancers and musicians in the rustic outdoor amphitheater at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum. Learn how to attend.

Stage Raw to Present its 2025 Stage Raw Awards Party
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2025

Now in its 11th year, Stage Raw will present its 2025 Stage Raw Awards Party on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Sassafras Saloon. Learn more about the awardees here!

THE SEAGULL: MALIBU Premiere and More Set for Theatricum Botanicum 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2025

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum has revealed its 52nd annual season of theater, music and performance: the “2025 Season of Resilience.” 

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum to Join Topanga Farmers Market For Day Of Healing
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2025

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum and Topanga Farmers Market will present a 'Welcome Back Topanga Community Gathering,' a day of healing to celebrate the resilience of the vibrant Topanga community. Learn how to join.