Hold on to your hats, folks, La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment are opening a brand-new musical this weekend based on the beloved 1993 film by Mark Steven Johnson and it looks like it’s going to be terrific. Matt Lenz directs Hal Linden who plays Grandpa Gustafson, Cathy Rigby as Punky Barrels, and Ken Page as Chuck Barrels in this west coast premiere by Dan Remmes (book), Neil Berg (music), Nick Meglin (lyrics), with additional orchestrations by Phil Reno, choreography by Michele Lynch, and musical direction by Benet Braun. Max (Gregory North) and John (Mark Jacoby) have been feuding for more than 50 years over the silliest things but when the beautiful Ariel (Leslie Stevens) moves in across the street their rivalry reaches epic proportions. This story of family, friendship, love, and romance is sure to win your heart. Audience Talk-Backs with the cast will take place on Sept. 25 and Oct. 9. Show runs Sept. 20 – Oct. 13. LaMiradaTheatre.com
The Colony Theatre’s It’s Showtime! series will feature The Lion King’s Tonoccus McClain and special guests Jonathan Byram, Katherine Eames, and Destiny Lofton in a self-reflecting musical journey through the influences of musical theatre, jazz, pop, gospel, and other surprises this month. The piece is written by McClain and Alex Dueben and will run for four performances Sept. 26 – 29. The series also includes Talking To Myself with James Arnold Taylor, Oct. 10 – 13 and Chico’s Angels: Chicas in Space, Nov. 21 – 24. For more information visit www.colonytheatre.org.
Morgan-Wixson Theatre opens its season with The Drowsy Chaperone on Sept. 21. Kristie Mattsson directs and the show features music direction by Daniel Koh and choreography by Niko Montelibano. This sparkling musical comedy charmed audiences when it debuted on Broadway, winning five Tony Awards including Best Book (Bob Martin and Don McKellar) and Best Original Score (Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison). Morgan-Wixson’s cast features Deonté Allen, Jake Asaro, Mirai Booth-Ong, Chris Clonts, Devin Dimitri Dominguez, AnnaLisa Erickson, Michael Heimos, Estaban Hurtado, Daniel Koh, Janet Krajeski, Aric Martin, Audrey Pennington, Serenity Robb, Krystyna Rodriguez, Richard R. Rosales, Jenáe Denise Thompson, Christopher Tiernan, Holly Weber, and Steve Weber. Audience talk-backs will follow the performances on Sept. 27 and Oct. 6. Show runs through Oct. 13. www.morgan-wixson.org [Pictured: Holly Weber as Janet. Photo by Niko Montelibano]
Also on Sept. 21st, the new musical comedy Life in Boobs debuts at Second City Hollywood. The show is conceived by Jennifer Goodman and highlights the true trials and tribulations of boobs everywhere, with original songs, comedic vignettes and dramatic monologues, books & lyrics by Casey Christensen, and music by celebrity vocal coach Rachael Lawrence. Cast members include Sherry Cola, Brooke Eyler, Naomi Murden, Sara Montgomery, Leslie Rubino, and Kyla Page Williams along with Christensen and Goodman. A portion of the show’s ticket sales will go to Susan G. Komen Los Angeles. Performances are at 10pm, Sept. 21 – Dec. 14. SecondCity.com/LifeinBoobs
Storybook Theatre’s version of Beatrix Potter’s classic tale hops into Theatre West beginning Oct. 5. With book and lyrics by Anthony Grupposo, who also directs, music by Matt Dahan, and choreography by Mark Michello, it’s a musical adventure for the whole family. Cast includes Alex Mashikian, Ashley Fox Linton, Kathy Garrick, Saratoga Ballantine, Will Collyer, and David P. Johnson. Come do “The Bunny Hop” and sing along with Peter and the rest of the audience in this adaptation created specifically to appeal to children. Special accommodations can be made for birthday parties and school field trips by calling (818) 761-2203. This is Storybook Theatre’s 35th consecutive season providing wholesome family entertainment and many children’s first experience with theatre. We think that’s a very good thing. TheatreWest.org
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