Barry Martin News

The Marquee Theater Journalists Association has revealed the nominees for their 2025 MTJA Norbay Theater Awards. Learn more about the nominees and see the list here!

With the return of live theatrical performances no where in sight, many companies have resorted to Zoom technology to live stream shows while others have found themselves turning their theatres into video production facilities. Napa's Lucky Penny Productions is the latest to invest in a multi-camera system and has announced a new theatre festival to utilize it.

It's back (YET AGAIN)! An original Wine Country comedy now in a shelter-at-home-friendly video theatre version.'The Tasting Room,' written by Lucky Penny co-founder Barry Martin, is a comedy that takes place in a Napa Valley tasting room.

Lucky Penny Productions has released the following statement following area fires.

Lucky Penny Productions is proud to present two new shows opening this month.

Berkeley Playhouse is proud to present the world premiere of Bridges: A New Musical Lyricist & Author CHERYL L. DAVIS Composer DOUGLAS J. COHEN Based on an original concept by ELIZABETH McKOY

Lucky Penny Productions is proud to present two new shows opening in January.

Lucky Penny Productions presents live and on stage; 'The Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical'. The show runs tonight, December 4 through December 19, 2015, at the Lucky Penny Community Arts Center, 1758 Industrial Way, Suite 208 in Napa.

Lucky Penny Productions presents live and on stage; "The Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical". The show runs December 4 through December 19, 2015, at the Lucky Penny Community Arts Center, 1758 Industrial Way, Suite 208 in Napa.

Next up at Lucky Penny Productions is the hilarious Christopher Durang comedy, BEYOND THERAPY. opening on November 6th and running Thursdays @ 7 PM, Todays and Saturdays @ 8 PM and Sunday afternoons at 2 PM, through November 22.

Next up at Lucky Penny Productions is the hilarious Christopher Durang comedy, BEYOND THERAPY. opening on November 6th and running Thursdays @ 7 PM, Fridays and Saturdays @ 8 PM and Sunday afternoons at 2 PM, through November 22.

25 highly talented young singers took the stage before a completely sold-out crowd at the Lucky Penny Community Arts Center on Sunday evening for the third annual 'I'm the Greatest Future Star!' musical theatre competition for kids.

The Reduced Shakespeare Company finally tackles the subject of comedy, condensing the complete history (abridged) into a concise two-hour package that doesn't miss a trick. From cavemen to clowns, shtick to Stooges, and Seinfeld to the Supreme Court, there's something for everyone in the myriad sketches offered up by this trio of talented comedians. With the exception of the mention of a few of George Carlin's infamous seven words, THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF COMEDY (ABRIDGED) at Merrimack Repertory Theatre is good family entertainment and the kids might even learn to appreciate the pioneers of the art form.

Last October, The Napa Valley Opera House celebrated the 10th anniversary of its extensive renovation and reopening. Since then, the Opera House Board of Directors entered into a long term lease with City Winery who have just completed a transformation of the venue which now features a full 100-seat restaurant and wine-on-tap bar.

The Napa Valley Opera House today announced the following schedule of performances taking place throughout the month of May 2013.

The 6th Street Playhouse continues its cabaret series with 'A Glass of Cabaret.'

The 6th Street Playhouse continues its cabaret series with 'A Glass of Cabaret.'

6th Street Playhouse presents the West Coast Premiere of 'Kite's Book: Tales of an 18th Century Hitman,' By Robert Caisely.

6th Street Playhouse presents 'Kiss Me, Kate', featuring music & lyrics by Cole Porter and a book by Bella and Samuel Spewack