OC Theatre Guild

06/05/2026

June is bustin' shows out all over OC! Check out all of our participating organizations shows and see how many of them you can see! Let us know in the comments how many you're planning on seeing - and use the available promo's to make it more!

https://www.octheatreguild.org/promos

06/04/2026

Put on a happy face! Bye Bye Birdie is flying into Phantom Projects Theatre Group at La Habra Depot June 5–21.

One of Broadway's most beloved musical comedies, 'Bye Bye Birdie' captures the excitement, chaos, and hilarity that unfold when teen rock-and-roll sensation Conrad Birdie is drafted into the Army. Before he leaves, a nationally televised farewell kiss sends the small town of Sweet Apple, Ohio into a frenzy of swooning teenagers, frazzled parents, and nonstop comic mishaps.

Packed with unforgettable songs like 'Put On a Happy Face', 'Kids', 'Honestly Sincere', and 'A Lot of Livin' to Do', this Tony Award-winning classic continues to delight audiences with its infectious energy, colorful characters, and timeless humor.

More than just a nostalgic trip back to the early days of rock-and-roll, 'Bye Bye Birdie' explores celebrity culture, fandom, family expectations, and finding your own path—topics that feel just as relevant today as they did when the show first premiered.

Read all about it: https://www.cultureoc.org/post/bye-bye-birdie-at-la-habra-depot

📅 June 5–21
📍 Phantom Projects Theatre at La Habra Depot

Phantom Projects Theatre Puts on a Very Happy Faceby Anne ReidRock-and-roll fever is set to sweep through Phantom Projects Theatre at La Habra Depot as “Bye Bye Birdie,” one of Broadway’s most beloved musical comedies, arrives with laughs, lively dance numbers and timeless charm.Directed and c...

06/03/2026

🎭 Opening This Weekend at Ophelia's Jump Productions!

Get ready for laughter, heart, and a story about finding yourself in the most unexpected places. 'The Legend of Georgia McBride' opens June 5 and runs through June 28 at Ophelia's Jump Productions.

Matthew López's acclaimed comedy follows Casey, a struggling Elvis impersonator whose dreams of stardom are colliding with the realities of adulthood, marriage, and impending fatherhood. When his act is replaced by a drag show, Casey finds himself on an unexpected journey that challenges his assumptions about identity, family, and what it truly means to belong.

While drag performance provides the colorful backdrop, The Legend of Georgia McBride is ultimately a story about relationships, self-discovery, and embracing change. Filled with outrageous comedy and genuine emotional depth, it's no surprise the play was a favorite among audiences during Ophelia's Jump's season selection process.

Founder Beatrice Casagran describes the show as one with "a lot of pathos and heart"—a perfect blend of big laughs and meaningful storytelling.

Read all about it: https://www.cultureoc.org/post/the-legend-of-georgia-mcbride-at-ophelia-s-jump

📅 June 5–28
📍Ophelia's Jump Productions

When Elvis leaves the stage, an unexpected journey of identity, family and self-discovery begins.By Anne Reid"The Legend of Georgia McBride" combines broad comedy with themes of identity, family and belonging in a story that explores both performance and personal transformation. According to Ophelia...

06/03/2026

🎭 Opening soon at Curtis Theatre!

Begins And Ends With A Productions returns with its most ambitious production yet: The Book of Will by Lauren Gunderson, running June 12–21.

Based on a remarkable true story, The Book of Will follows Shakespeare's closest friends and fellow actors as they race to preserve his plays after his death. Without their dedication, many of the works we know and love today might have been lost forever.

Filled with humor, heart, friendship, and a deep love of storytelling, this acclaimed play is a moving celebration of theater, artistic legacy, and the people who ensure great stories endure. With a cast of 14, this production marks the largest undertaking to date for Begins And Ends With A Productions, the company behind acclaimed local productions such as The Revolutionists, Emilie: La Marquise du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight, and These Shining Lives.

Read all about it: https://www.cultureoc.org/post/the-book-of-will-at-begins-and-ends-with-a-curtis-theatre

📅 June 12–21
📍Curtis Theatre

Celebration of Shakespeare’s Friendship and Legacyby Anne ReidDirector Amanda Hallman has wanted to stage “The Book of Will” since the moment she first read Lauren Gunderson’s play. After years of waiting for the rights, that vision is finally coming to life at Curtis Theatre through Begins ...

05/28/2026

Congratulations to the cast, crew and creative team behind Cabrillo Playhouse’s OCTG Recommended production of Home, I’m Darling!

Directed by Hillary Pearson, this witty and visually stunning production blends nostalgic 1950s charm with a sharp exploration of modern relationships, identity and expectation. With outstanding performances, beautiful design work and a fresh ensemble cast, the show delivers both style and substance.

Bravo to everyone involved in bringing this thoughtful and entertaining production to life!

There’s still time to catch 'Home, I’m Darling' before it closes on June 14 at Cabrillo Playhouse.

Read more about it!

A picture-perfect 1950s dream, a life styled to perfection, and the moment the fantasy starts to slip.By MaryAnn DiPietroAt first glance, it looks like perfection. But in “Home, I’m Darling” at Cabrillo Playhouse, that polished facade is only the beginning.In a production that leans into both ...

05/23/2026

🌲 This summer, invites audiences somewhere quieter… somewhere with porch swings, mountain air, and stories that settle deep into your heart. ❤️

🎶 The Spitfire Grill takes us to the small town of Gilead — a place where everybody knows your name… and all your business. Filled with folk-inspired music, hope, heartbreak, forgiveness, and unexpected connection, this intimate musical reminds us that healing often happens in the places we least expect.

Producer and actor has dreamed of bringing this show to life for years, finally finding the perfect moment to share it with audiences through . Stepping into the role of Hannah, Berkompas says the story resonates deeply with her Montana roots and the complicated beauty of small-town life.

Complete with a live band and rich folk-inspired music, The Spitfire Grill promises an evening that feels lived-in, deeply human, and unforgettable.

✨ “There is a balance of joy and peace and forgiveness and hope… It’s not perfect, but maybe that’s the point.”

Come experience the warmth, music, and heart of this beautiful production at American Coast Theater Company. June 4-28

Read all about it!

A diner, a wide-open road, and a story that proves even the smallest places can hold the biggest hearts.by MaryAnn DiPietroAmerican Coast Theatre Company is heading somewhere a little quieter this summer, somewhere with porch swings, mountain air and the kind of stories that sneak up on your heart.....

05/22/2026

The Westminster Community Playhouse is looking pretty in pink with its latest production of — on stage now through June 7th! 🎭✨

This high-energy musical follows Elle Woods as she tackles heartbreak, Harvard Law, and everyone who underestimated her along the way. Packed with laughs, heart, powerhouse vocals, and unforgettable characters, Legally Blonde is a celebration of confidence, friendship, and proving you’re capable of more than anyone expects.

Director brings the show to life in Westminster’s intimate thrust stage space, creating an immersive experience where the audience becomes part of the action. Producer says the production embraces the message of breaking stereotypes and creating your own reality — something Elle Woods does brilliantly.

🐾 And yes… Bruiser is played by a real dog named Holly Golightly!

Don’t miss this fun, heartfelt, pink-filled production that reminds us all to believe in ourselves. 💕

🎟 Performances run through June 7th.

Read all about it!

A Close-Up, Heartfelt Production About Defying Expectations.By Shannon CuddOmigod you guys! Westminster Community Playhouse looks good in pink, a make-over courtesy of its latest production, “Legally Blonde.” This high-energy musical is based on the 2001 hit film of the same name starring Reese ...

05/21/2026

Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready to cut loose! This high-octane musical, based on the iconic film, tells the story of Ren McCormack, a big-city teen who shakes up a small town where dancing is outlawed. With explosive choreography by Broadway's Nikki Snelson and unforgettable anthems like “Let’s Hear It for the Boy,” “Holding Out for a Hero,” and of course “Footloose,” this show is a celebration of youth, freedom, and standing up for what you believe in.

June 4 - July 12 Thursdays through Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm. Select 2pm performances on Saturdays, June 20th, June 27th & July 11th. No Performances on June 18th, June 25th and July 4th.

www.theGEMoc.com

05/19/2026

Check out the red carpet interviews from this year's awards show thanks to OC On The Town!

https://oconthetown.com/g/newport-beach-ca/n/376605/special-edition-oc-town-octg-awards-ceremony-red-carpet-interviews

05/19/2026

We are still basking in the glow of last week's event. See and download your photos here! Congrats again to all!

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