by ErinMarie Reiter - February 27, 2026
There are few phrases in literature more quietly unhinged than “I would prefer not to.” And in Fiasco Theatre’s ' Bartleby, now playing at The Old Globe through March 22, that polite little sentence lands like a stick of dynamite in an otherwise well-oiled office machine....
by Lucía Serrano - February 26, 2026
The Broadway National Tour of Beetlejuice has landed in San Diego through March 1. The “ghost with the most” is back for a limited run, promising laughs, cringe-worthy humor, and dazzling set and projection design that fully delivers on the spectacle of a Broadway tour....
by ErinMarie Reiter - February 24, 2026
“Somewhere Over the Border,” now playing at Cygnet Theatre through March 15, wraps that hope in music, metaphor, and a road-trip structure in a production that is charming and colorful on its surface, but anchored by performances strong enough to carry its deeper weight....
by ErinMarie Reiter - February 24, 2026
At its best, “The Recipe” at La Jolla Playhouse is as warm and inviting as a kitchen in winter: fragrant with possibility, anchored by love, and anchored even more firmly by two utterly charming leads. At nearly two hours and 45 minutes, however, this ambitious new musical sometimes forgets that...
by Ron Bierman - February 20, 2026
Rossini’s Barber of Seville is a top ten opera in performances. Donors love it for its vocal gymnastics, memorable arias and sparkling melodies. Receptive newcomers like it because of its delightful bubbling overture, the familiar Figaro aria that soon follows, and its simple fast-moving sitcom-li...
by ErinMarie Reiter - February 13, 2026
“Hedda Gabler” by Henrik Ibsen, now given a taut new version by Erin Cressida Wilson and directed with precision by Barry Edelstein at The Old Globe, stars Katie Holmes in the title role through March 15th....
by ErinMarie Reiter - February 10, 2026
“How to Succeed…” remains a slick, silly, and sharply performed romp—one that knows exactly what kind of absurd world it’s skewering, and does so with a grin....
by Ron Bierman - February 05, 2026
Jaha Ling led the San Diego Symphony’s first performance of Mahler’s seventh symphony in 2014, more than a century after the orchestra was founded. He called it “the most modern of all Mahler symphonies.”
Many critics have made similar judgements, the more conservative among them meant it a...
by ErinMarie Reiter - February 02, 2026
I’ve watched (and loved) enough sci-fi movies to know that any animals kept in a lab eventually come for the humans. Monkeys. Sharks. Dinosaurs. So you can’t blame me for being deeply suspicious of the bees in the lab in 'The Apiary” now playing at New Village Arts through February 22, 2026....
by ErinMarie Reiter - January 30, 2026
“Audition Sides” At Riot Productions understands a specific kind of theatrical purgatory: the audition room, and then raises the stakes even more in this one act....
Past Shows
Ring in the New Year with a night of laughs and geeky fun at our sober, nerd-themed comedy show! Headlining the event is the brilliantly...
NCIS: North County Improv Squad presents a fun night of improv comedy similar to what you would see on “Whose Line is it Anyway?” Everything...
Embrace the winter season at the SPIRITED Artist Open House on Friday, December 6, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm at the Brooks Theater Gallery....
Have you always wanted to tap dance? In our Adult Tap Workshop, we will work on the fundamentals of tap dance in the feet and...
The West Coast Premiere of "Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical" written by Jonathan Hogue and directed by Kevin “Blax” Burroughs offers a hilarious, fun-filled romp...
A 30-minute Gentle yoga class suitable for most skill levels. No prior yoga experience is needed. Followed by a relaxing 30-minute soundbath meditation.Please bring your...
Join Oceanside Theatre Company for an afternoon of refreshments, entertainment and awards honoring significant contributors to the arts community. This festive event hosted by Ted...
Join Oceanside Theatre Company for an afternoon of refreshments, entertainment and awards honoring significant contributors to the arts community. This festive event hosted by Ted...
The Six String Society’s Celestial Sirens production is ready to dazzle Oceanside on Sept. 7 with several of San Diego’s most celebrated performers! This eclectic...
Oceanside Theatre Company’s Youth Academy returns this fall from September 3 to November 17 at the Brooks Theater for rehearsals for “The Addams Family.” Students...
Victor Villaseñor is an American writer, best known for the national bestselling book Rain of Gold. Villaseñor's works are often taught in American schools. He...
Like a Rolling Stone, is a new production by the Six String Society that includes the revolutionary music and iconic stories of the Rolling Stones....
Returning off last year’s exciting sellout salute to Tom Petty at the OTC, the Rolling Heartbreakers will be performing two classic iconic albums from both...
The world’s number one Elton John tribute band are coming to play All The Hits by Elton John. The spectacular show includes Bennie and the...
Step into the world of country music legend Willie Nelson with ZB Savoy's "Songs of Willie Nelson" live tribute show. Celebrating the remarkable career and...
You're invited to Tickle Your Funny Bone at the Brooks Theater Gallery Artist Open House on Friday, August 2. Doors open at 5:30 pm and...
Get ready to celebrate the fabled songwriting and musical career of Neil Diamond, with additional songs and stories focusing on his breakthrough "Hot August Nights"...
In the late 1960s and early 70's a collection of musicians colonized a eucalyptus-scented canyon deep in the Hollywood Hills to create folk, rock, and...
When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the adjustment period at his new high school....
OTC Summer Theatre Performers focus on acting, singing, and dancing, while also honing audition skills, stage presence, and a sense of theater community. The camp...
Learn about the technical aspects of live theater from the Oceanside Performing Arts Center Coordinator & Technical Director including lighting and sound. Opportunity to work...
Build upon the foundations established in Level 1 and delve deeper into the art of improvisation as we learn how to build fun and engaging...
Discover how theater design brings a stage production to life! Color, space, line, texture – all the artistic elements and more are explored and used....
Ready to let go, connect, and unleash your creativity? Join us for a fun journey of laughter, spontaneity and endless possibilities as we explore the...
Winner of three 2009 Tony Awards, including Best Musical Score and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, "Next to Normal," written by Brian Yorkey with music by...
Join OTC for a fun night of improv comedy with NCIS: North County Improv Squad and Ringland, made up of American Improv Theatre's Jeff Ringgold...
Ready to let go, connect, and unleash your creativity? Join us for a fun journey of laughter, spontaneity and endless possibilities as we explore the...
The Highwayman show is the premiere Outlaw Country show featuring the music of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson as performed by...
Dial up the reverb, crank up the twang, and get ready to hitch a ride back to 1965 with Kimmi Bitter and the Westside Twang!...
This exhibition explores how artists embrace art in many forms for mental wellness and healing. ARTIST OPEN HOUSE/ART WALK: This special event features artists who...
Step into a world of timeless elegance and rhythmic enchantment with "Swinging Serenades: An Evening of Timeless Classics." In this captivating journey through the golden...
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