CALENDAR LISTINGS: March – August 2009
Through March 22
Moulton Theatre Main Stage
OC Premiere
ELLA
Book by Jeffrey Hatcher
Conceived by Rob Ruggiero and Dyke Garrison
Musical Direction and Arrangements by Danny Holgate
Directed by Rob Ruggiero
Preview:
February 17 - 20
Press/VIP Opening:
February 21
Regular Run:
February 22 – March 22
Performances:
Tuesday – Saturday evenings at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.
Thursday matinees February 19 & March 5 at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday evening March 15 at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets:
$30 - $70
It’s a life lived out loud in this exhilarating new musical about The First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald. This theatrical event weaves myth, memory and music as it tells the uplifting and poignant story of one of the greatest jazz/pop vocalists of the 20th century. It’s 1966 and the fabled songstress is preparing for one of the most important concerts of her career. As she jams with musicians and prepares to meet the audience, Ella reflects on her life, her secrets and the love of music that made her soar. Featuring such familiar Fitzgerald songs as “A Tisket, A Tasket,” “How High the Moon,” “That Old Black Magic,” and “They Can’t Take that Away from Me,” this swinging new musical invites audiences to fall in love all over again with the magic and soul of Ella Fitzgerald.
March 31 – May 3
Moulton Theatre Main Stage
World Premiere
’TIL DEATH DO US PART:
Late Nite Catechism 3
Written by Maripat Donovan with Marc Silvia
Previews:
March 31 – April 3
Press/VIP Opening:
April 4
Regular Run:
April 5 – May 3
Performances:
Tuesday – Saturday evenings at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.
Thursday matinees April 2 & 16 at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday evening April 26 at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets:
$30 - $70
‘Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3 is the latest class to be unveiled in this sinfully funny series. After teaching countless students all about the saints, venial sins, guilt, limbo and more, Sister is now offering up her hilarious lessons on the Sacraments of Marriage and Last Rites, including her own wacky version of The Newlywed Game. Classroom participation is a must, so bring along your sweetie and your sense of humor for some quality time with Sister, the feistiest new couples counselor in town. As always, each performance is unique and will appeal to people of all ages and faiths.
May 8 – 17
Laguna Playhouse Youth Theatre Production
A LITTLE PRINCESS
By Frances Hodgson Burnett
Adapted by June Walker Rogers
Directed by Kelly Herman
Regular Run:
May 8 – 17
Performances:
Fridays: 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sundays: 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Single Tickets:
$15 to $25
The classic heartwarming story of the real magic made by a loving heart. When Sara Crewe’s father is made bankrupt, Sara is reduced from enormous wealth to terrible poverty. At Miss Minchin’s school, where she had been a privileged student, she is now forced to work as a servant. But Sara has a loving heart and a quick imagination, and she knows that with the right spirit she can remain a princess inside.
May 26 – June 28
Moulton Theatre Main Stage
West Coast Premiere
AN EMPTY PLATE IN THE CAFÉ DU GRAND BOEUF
Written by Michael Hollinger
Previews:
May 26 – 29
Press/VIP Opening:
May 30
Regular Run:
May 31 – June 28
Performances:
Tuesday – Saturday evenings at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.
Thursday matinees May 28 & June 11 at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday evening June 21 at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets:
$25 - $65
Victor, a wealthy American expatriate living in Paris in 1961, owns the fabulous Café du Grand Boeuf, the world's greatest restaurant reserved solely for his private use. He arrives one summer evening after a trip to Madrid in a very bleak mood—his idol Ernest Hemingway has just committed suicide, and Victor’s doomed love affair has finally ended. As his fastidiously French staff fusses over him, he announces his decision to starve himself to death! The staff attempts to dissuade Victor by seducing him with decadent culinary delights, but they find that the way to a man’s heart may not be through his stomach. This dark comedy that the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin calls “a humorous dish of witty wordplay” celebrates the joys of cooking, sex, bullfighting, and the works of Hemingway in a funny yet bittersweet tale of the absurdities and contradictions inherent in being human. From the author of last season’s hit comedy Red Herring.
July 7 – August 23
Moulton Theatre Main Stage
OC Premiere
MY WAY: A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO FRANK SINATRA
Conceived by David Grapes and Todd Olson
Book by Todd Olson
Original Production Directed by David Grapes
Directed by David Grapes
Previews:
July 7 – 10
Press/VIP Opening:
July 11
Regular Run:
July 12 – August 23
Performances:
Tuesday – Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.
Thursday matinees July 9 & 23 at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday evening July 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets:
$35 - $70
From classic elegance to contemporary “fedora” casual, Frank Sinatra is the ultimate icon of cool. My Way: A Tribute to Frank Sinatra celebrates the pivotal moments of Sinatra’s life which solidified his legendary status. This musical revue recalls the essence of the man through the glorious music he sang, beginning in the 1940s as a big band crooner, continuing on to the bright lights of Las Vegas with the Rat Pack in the 1960s, and to his final performances in the 1990s as “The Chairman of the Board.” The Arizona Republic Newspaper calls the show “an homage that's both respectful to the man and wildly entertaining for his fans -- or anyone else who loves good music.” Come hear the swingin’ songs that made Sinatra the cool prince of popular music.
ABOUT LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE
TICKET INFORMATION
949-497-2787 ext. 1 (group tickets ext. 229)
In Person
Daily: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(open until 8 pm on performance days)
Theatre Address
606 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach, 92651
Parking Information
Laguna Beach is a popular destination year round. On weekends and holidays we encourage theatre patrons to allow plenty of time for parking. Limited parking is available behind The Laguna Playhouse (not available during July and August). A modest fee applies. Additional parking is available across the street in a municipal parking lot.
Special Student Ticket Prices
Full time students may purchase tickets at a reduced rate: $15 to $20 for musicals and world premieres, and $10 to $15 for non-musicals. These prices are available for all performances except Friday and Saturday evenings. Student ID must be presented at the box office to receive this discount.
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