Subscribe to the 2024-2025 Season at Laguna Playhouse!

THE 2024-2025 SEASON

A LAGUNA BEACH TREASURE for More Than a Century

Steeped in history, Laguna Playhouse has been a beloved source of entertainment in Coastal Orange County for generations. Now in the midst of a renaissance, the intimate professional theatre is preparing to launch a banner season marked by exceptional quality and wide variety.

Subscribers will see each of the seven mainstage productions from great seats and at the best prices. In addition to these unforgettable theatrical experiences, subscribers also get first access to the many special productions that round out the calendar each year.

David Ellenstein ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

“The revitalized theater on display over the past nine months at Laguna Playhouse brings both a welcome surprise and an unalloyed pleasure. New artistic director David Ellenstein has knit together a weave of well-produced comedies and musicals, the fabric of the century-plus venue bright again... Beyond the satisfactions of the show itself, one lasting takeaway... is confidence in Ellenstein’s sure hand for mining material and bringing riches alive on stage. Where will he take us next?”

—Orange County Register

SUBSCRIBE & SAVE

Subscribers save up to 30% compared to regular ticket prices

See seven great mainstage productions for as little as $34 per ticket

Subscribers get the best prices and exclusive benefits:

First access to the best seats

See every show from the same amazing seat. Our intimate space means you’ll be up close to the action!

Unlimited no-fee, easy exchanges

We know plans change and make it easy for subscribers to change to another performance of the same production. There’s no fee and our friendly box office staff makes it easy for you. If you switch to a higher priced performance or seat, you will only have to pay the difference in the ticket price.

Discounts on additional tickets and special productions

Whether adding on tickets to special productions or adding tickets to bring friends with you, subscribers are rewarded with exclusive discounts. Subscribers also receive special prices for the summer blockbuster musical Camelot!

Pay Over Time

Payment plans are available for subscription packages. (All tickets must be paid in full before the first ticketed event.)

Missed Performance Benefit

If you missed your show and forgot to exchange your tickets, simply give us a call and we’ll get you into any performance of the same production that has seats available.

Photos by Jason Niedle. Cover, James Taylor Odom in The Rainmaker. This spread, Summer Nicole Greer, James Tolbert, Jenelle Lynn Randall in Ain’t Misbehavin’

Non-Stop Laughter

SEPTEMBER 4-22, 2024

“Hurtling along at the speed of light, this breathtaking farce is a near faultless piece of theatrical invention.”

—The Guardian

This wildly successful comedy was first produced at Laguna Playhouse in 1997 and is back by popular demand! This outrageous farce has all the right ingredients for a delicious and sexy night of laughter. There’s a not-so-happily married couple, a cook mistaken for a mistress, a mistress who can’t cook, and enough mistaken identities and confused alibis to have audiences in stitches.

An American Classic

OCTOBER 30-NOVEMBER 17, 2024

“…one of Miller’s least preachy, most morally conflicted plays. That’s among the chief reasons it’s also one of his best.”

—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

This stunning drama from one of America’s greatest playwrights is set in 1950’s Brooklyn where Eddie Carbone wrestles with the complexities of family, assimilation, and the American Dream. Ultimately, desire and jealousy collide in this modern classic, sure to be remembered as a powerful night of theatre.

Heart-Felt History

JANUARY 15-FEBRUARY 2, 2025

“Brilliant and emotionally resonant.” Wall Street Journal

A tour-de-force solo performance by Kandis Chappell brings to life the dynamic and iconic First Lady, Eleanor Roosevelt. Both strong and vulnerable, both public and private, Eleanor Roosevelt’s fascinating story will sweep you away.

Learn more about the passionate and unforgettable woman at the heart of her husband’s presidency whose impact on history cannot be understated.

Music! Comedy! Mystery!

MARCH 5-23, 2025

“Fresh and brilliantly funny”

—The Village News

Sherlock Holmes is back with an all-new madcap mystery to solve... and a new sidekick! In this fast-paced, wildly comedic musical, Holmes must solve a series of baffling crimes without the help of his trusted partner. Packed with wild wordplay, red herrings, and zany surprises, this over-the-top rollercoaster of musical mayhem is perfect for fans of Arthur Conan Doyle, Mel Brooks, musical theatre, or anyone who loves a fun night out.

A Tony Award-Winning Masterpiece

APRIL 30-MAY 18, 2025

“One of the great characters in American drama. One of the richest experiences I have ever had in the theatre. I wasn’t just moved. I was transfixed.”

—New York Post

Troy Maxson was a star of the Negro baseball leagues, but now it’s 1957 and he’s a garbage man in Pittsburgh. In one of August Wilson’s best and most well-known plays, we see one man struggle with disappointment and the effect it has on his marriage and relationship with his sons. This powerful Pulitzer Prize-winning play is epic and intimate and a must-see theatrical event.

A World Premiere Mystery

JUNE 11-29, 2025

“(Playwright) Steven Dietz…sees something a little different in the queen of crime’s works: farcical levels of comedy.”

Austin Chronicle

The thrilling follow-up to Murder on the Links makes its anticipated debut! This new Hercule Poirot story leads the famed Belgian detective on a thrilling journey into the treacherous snow-capped Alps to solve a kidnapping before it becomes a murder. Will he finally meet his match in the mountains? Fortunately for the audience, the journey to the satisfying conclusion is filled with clever twists and turns and plenty of laughter as Poirot encounters dozens of eccentric characters and clever suspects—all played by six actors!

Directed By David Ellenstein

A Lively Musical

JULY 30-AUGUST 17, 2025

“A down home treat”

—Orlando Sentinel

This feel-good, boot stompin’ musical celebrates the enduring power of music and friendship. Armed with only their dreams and a bus ticket, three sassy gals leave their thankless lives behind and head to Nashville to become country music singers. Revisit dozens of pop-country favorites like “Stand By Your Man,” “Ode to Billy Joe,” “Delta Dawn,” “Harper Valley PTA” and many more.

HOW TO SUBSCRIBE

To join the growing ranks of Laguna Playhouse subscribers, call the Box Office at 949-497-2787 or go online to lagunaplayhouse.com.

You’ll select your package (day and week) and your seat.

SEATING CHART

7 PLAY SUBSCRIPTION PRICES

* Standard: Wednesday evening, Thursday matinee, Sunday evening (excluding Opening Night).

§ Select: Thursday evening, Friday evening, Saturday matinee and evening, Sunday matinee.

Camelot is not included in the 2024-2025 season subscription package but can be added on at special subscriber rate.

Legendary Musical

JULY 24-AUGUST 11, 2024

“Lush romanticism beautifully captured in story and song.”

Book & Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner

—New York Times

Music by Frederick Loewe

Original production directed and staged by Moss Hart Based on “The Once and Future King” by T.H. White

Book Adapted by David Lee

New Orchestrations by Steve Orich

Directed by Jeffrey B. Moss

Prepare for an evening of enchantment in Camelot, brilliantly adapted for intimate theatres. Written by Lerner & Loewe, this Tony Award-winning fairy-tale musical resounds with such memorable songs as, “I Loved You Once in Silence,” “If Ever I Would Leave You,” and the title song, “Camelot.” Based on the King Arthur legend, it features the iconic characters King Arthur, Guenevere, Sir Lancelot, and the Knights of the Round Table. This epic story centers on the quest for democracy, justice, and the tragic struggle between passion, aspiration, and kingdoms. Transport yourself to a world of romance, revelry, and magic.

SPECIAL EVENTS

DEC. 7-29, 2024

Subscribers will get special discounts when tickets go on sale in summer 2024. Buy early— performances will sell out.

This holiday season, Laguna Playhouse continues its partnership with Lythgoe Family Panto to bring an allnew experience to the stage! Based on the traditional British Panto, where the audiences’ participation is part of the show, expect a hilarious, heartwarming evening full of song, dance and holiday merriment for the whole family.

Comedy Nights:

AUGUST 6, 2024

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

JANUARY 28, 2025

MARCH 18, 2025

JUNE 24, 2025

Sister’s Christmas Catechism:

DECEMBER 10 & 17, 2024

Sister’s Easter Catechism:

APRIL 7, 2025

And more to be announced: Watch your inbox and our website for new shows.

ONLINE

STAY IN TOUCH

www.lagunaplayhouse.com

PHONE

949.497.2787

VISIT OR MAIL

606 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

SOCIAL MEDIA

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LOCATION

Laguna Playhouse is located at 606 Laguna Canyon Blvd in the heart of Laguna Beach, an arts and culinary destination. With more than 90 restaurants within 8 miles, you’re sure to find the perfect, delicious pairing for your Playhouse experience.

PARKING

From mid-September through mid-June, there is a parking lot available behind the theatre. Parking is $15 and available on a first come, first served basis. Additional parking is available in City Lots 10 (which is near Art-aFair) or 12 (Lumberyard Lot) as well as the other lots around Downtown Laguna Beach. Parking meters along Laguna Canyon Road are also available.

Summer Parking (mid-June through mid-September) can be more challenging, but there are many options for attending the Playhouse. Be sure to plan ahead and allow extra time. The Playhouse lot is not available during this time. Trolleys will run from parking destinations around the area with a drop off next door at the Festival of the Arts.

For current parking details, go to visitlagunabeach.com

GET INVOLVED

Since its humble origins more than a century ago, the Laguna Playhouse has survived and thrived thanks to the support of its community. As with all professional non-profit theatres, ticket sales only cover a portion of the cost of producing a world-class season. Generous donors fill the gap and help assure that our education programs remain accessible to all families and that outstanding productions appear on our stages.

Please consider joining our donor family to ensure that professional theatre continues to thrive in Laguna Beach.

Go to lagunaplayhouse.com/support for donor information and benefits.

EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Fun on Stage for ages 4-19.

In addition to incredible work onstage, Laguna Playhouse also has thriving education and outreach programs. Our camps, workshops, and classes reach kids from ages 4-19. Our year-long after-school conservatory program connects industry professionals with students in learning the skills and techniques that will guide them to success in theatre and life through a combination of classwork and performances.

Camps held during ski week, spring break, and summer vacation bring theatre and fun together for one and two-week sessions, each designed around a theme and culminating in a presentation for family and friends.

We are committed to making all of our education programs accessible to all interested students and families and offer scholarships to those who would not otherwise be able to participate.

Erin Noel Grennan, Barbara E. Robertson, and James Newcomb. Photo by Jason Niedle.