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Photos: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, A COMEDY at The Theatre Group at SBCC
by Emmy Rice - April 05, 2025
The Theatre Group at SBCC will end the 24-25 season with the new comedy, CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, A COMEDY by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. See the photos here.
Photos: RACHIMANINOFF AND THE TSAR at Ensemble Theatre Company
by Emmy Rice - April 04, 2025
Production photos have been released for the limited engagement of Rachmaninoff and the Tsar at Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara (ETC). Check here for the photos!
All Eyes in the Sky as Out-of-the-Box Launches NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812
by Anna Jensen - March 25, 2025
Out-of-the-Box Theatre brings 'Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812' to Santa Barbara in a bold, immersive production at Center Stage. This electro-pop, folk-rock musical, inspired by Tolstoy’s War and Peace, blends contemporary energy with a classic tale.
CRIMES OF THE HEART to Open at Ojai Art Center Theatre
by Emmy Rice - March 22, 2025
The Ojai Art Center Theater will present the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Crimes of the Heart, running March 28 – April 20, 2025. Check here for more details.
The Theatre Group At SBCC Will Present CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, A COMEDY
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
The Theatre Group at SBCC will end the 24-25 season with the new comedy, CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, A COMEDY by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, based (very loosely) on Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky, directed by Michael Bernard. 
BWW Q&A: Jay Martel on PARENTS IN CHAINS at Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara
by Joshua Wright - March 10, 2025
JAY MARTEL has won Emmy, Peabody, Writers Guild of America, and American Comedy awards for his writing. He served as a showrunner, executive producer and writer for the award winning sketch show Key & Peele.
Spotlight: PARENTS IN CHAINS at Ensemble Theatre Company
by BWW Special Offer - March 10, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara and J. Todd Harris present PARENTS IN CHAINS- A new comedy about texts, treks, sex, and empty nests. Written by Emmy and Peabody award-winner Jay Martel, Directed by Andy Fickman.
Full Cast Set for PARENTS IN CHAINS Starring Jane Lynch and More
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company has revealed the full cast for an add-on production to its season, the world premiere of a new comedy, PARENTS IN CHAINS, written by Emmy and Peabody award-winner Jay Martel. See who is starring and learn more.
Chineke! Orchestra Will Make its Santa Barbara Debut at The Granada Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2025
The 106th concert season of Community Arts Music Association (CAMA) of Santa Barbara will continue at The Granada Theatre on Thursday, April 3, with an appearance by the Chineke! Orchestra.
Youthclusive Will Present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
by Nicole Rosky - February 23, 2025
Youthclusive Inc., the youth-founded and youth-led nonprofit performing arts organization, is making waves with its inaugural production of Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Musical.
Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at PCPA: Marian Theater
by Anna Jensen - February 19, 2025
What did our critic think of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at PCPA: Marian Theater?
PCPA To Present SANCTUARY CITY By Martyna Majok
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2025
PCPA will present Sanctuary City, a powerful and timely drama by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, Martyna Majok. In this powerful coming-of-age story, two teens forge a deep bond amid the complexities of immigration, identity, belonging and love.
SHERWOOD: THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD Comes to SBCC This Month
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2025
The Theatre Group at SBCC continues the 24-25 season with the hilarious comedy, Ken Ludwig’s SHERWOOD: THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD, Directed by Katie Laris.
UCSB Department of Theater/Dance's LAUNCH PAD Kicks Off 20th Year With STRANGE BIRDS
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2025
The UCSB Department of Theater/Dance's new-play development program, LAUNCH PAD, will present a preview production of a new play, Strange Birds, written by E. M. Lewis and directed by Artistic Director Risa Brainin.
Ensemble Theatre Company to Add Community Pay-What-You-Can Performance of HAMLET
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has added “Community Pay-What-You-Can” preview performance of Hamlet in February. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the production.
13 THE MUSICAL JR. Comes to The Performing Arts Education Center
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
Lindero Canyon Middle School will present 13: The Musical Jr. This high-energy production will transport audiences into the world of Evan Goldman, a 12-year-old navigating the ups and downs of adolescence.
Sharon Lawrence Will Lead PARENTS IN CHAINS at Ensemble Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company in association with J. Todd Harris will present an add-on production to its season, Sharon Lawrence starring in the world premiere of a new comedy, PARENTS IN CHAINS.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards
by BWW Awards - January 16, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
AGNES OF GOD Comes to Ojai Art Center Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2025
The Ojai Art Center Theater will open its 2025 season with Agnes of God, a psychological drama written by John Pielmeier and directed by Brian Robert Harris.
Camerata Pacifica's Baroque Program Explores Reinventions of Bach's Music In January Concerts
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2025
Camerata Pacifica launches the New Year with the first of two programs on the Camerata Pacifica Baroque series curated by acclaimed flutist Emi Ferguson.
MEAN GIRLS Stops At The Granada Theatre In January
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2025
The American Theatre Guild will present MEAN GIRLS—the record-breaking new musical comedy adapted from the hit 2004 Paramount Pictures film. Tickets to MEAN GIRLS are available now.
STOMP To Play At The Granada Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2025
The American Theatre Guild will present the international percussion sensation, STOMP. This production is part of the 24–25 BROADWAY IN SANTA BARBARA Series and will take the Granada Theatre stage Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards; ALICE BY HEART at Out of the Box Theatre Co Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards; Out of the Box Theatre Co Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards; ALICE BY HEART at Out of the Box Theatre Co Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

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