Review: OKLAHOMA! at Cygnet Theatre is Classic Musical Theatre with a Modern Kick
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 15, 2025
Director Sean Murray brings a fresh twist to this Rodgers and Hammerstein classic with a spirited, skillful blend of the classic and the contemporary. There is toe-tapping joy with frontier tension in a land where romance is risky, rivalries are real, and the possibilities rise 'as high as an elephant's eye.'
Cast Set For OTHER DESERT CITIES at Cygnet Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2024
Cygnet Theatre will present the funny drama Other Desert Cities penned by Pulitzer Prize finalist playwright and screenwriter, Jon Robin Baitz. Learn more about the show here!
Cygnet Theatre Welcomes Arts Leader James Saba As Major Gifts Officer
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 3, 2024
Cygnet Theatre has announced the addition of James “Jimmy” Saba as its Major Gifts Officer. With decades of experience as a non-profit executive in the performing arts industry, Saba is set to strengthen the theatre's fundraising efforts as it prepares for its upcoming move to ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station.
Cygnet Theatre Announces Strategic Staff Changes
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024
Cygnet Theatre, a cornerstone of San Diego's cultural landscape, has announced significant advancements within its leadership team. These developments are part of the theatre's ongoing expansion and preparation for its highly anticipated move to a new, state-of-the-art home – The Joan at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station – in 2025.
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.
Cygnet Theatre Reveals Cast For SHARON
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
Cygnet Theatre has announced the cast and creative team of Sharon by Keiko Green. This darkly comedic world premiere is directed by Rob Lutfy and runs June 7 - July 2 at Cygnet Theatre in Old Town.
Cygnet Theatre Announces A CHRISTMAS CAROL and a New Scrooge
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2022
A Christmas Carol returns to Cygnet Theatre for its eighth season of cheer. It has become a true holiday favorite, with San Diegans making Scrooge, the Spirits, and the Cratchit family part of their holiday tradition.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL is Next Up At Cygnet Theatre Beginning This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2021
A Christmas Carol returns to Cygnet Theatre for its seventh season of cheer. It has become a true holiday favorite, with San Diegans making Scrooge, the Spirits, and the Cratchit family part of their holiday tradition. This year the show features the same warm story of hope and redemption, along with new cast members!
A RAISIN IN THE SUN Comes to The California Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2020
Considered by many to be one of the greatest plays of the 20th century, Pittsburg Community Theatre presents a?oeA Raisin in the Sun; Lorraine Hansberry's powerful drama, beginning Saturday, February 22, 2020 for two weekends at the California Theatre in Old Town, Pittsburg. Production supervisor Michael Wilson indicated he was a?oethrilled with this show selection especially as a way to celebrate Black History Month and to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the premiere of a?oeA Raisin in the Sun.a??a??
Cygnet Theatre to Stage A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Julie Musbach - Oct 21, 2019
A Christmas Carol returns to Cygnet Theatre for its sixth season of cheer. It has become a true holiday favorite, with San Diegans making Scrooge, the Spirits, and the Cratchit family part of their holiday tradition. And for the first time, Cygnet Theatre is pleased to add a sensory friendly performance to the schedule. The family-friendly musical runs November 27 - December 29 at Cygnet Theatre in Old Town. Opening Night for Media is Saturday, November 30 at 8:00pm.