Santa Clarita, Calif. – Comedy is coming to town! The MAIN in Old Town Newhall is pleased to announce the return of Barry Agin’s production “Theatre in a Week” from December 10 – 12. Attendees will enjoy six original one-act comedies chronicling the shenanigans of the holiday season. The December 10 and December 11 shows are scheduled for 8:00 p.m., while the December 12 show is at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $11.00 and may be purchased by visiting AtTheMAIN.org.
Theatre in a Week is jam-packed with mistaken identities, family malfunctions and outrageous hijinks resulting in delightful, madcap merriment and touching moments. This year’s production will also feature the return of musician Eddie Landon and his swinging saxophone between scenes!
Tickets are $11.00 when purchased in advance of the December 10 performance and $13.00 at the door on the day of each show.
For more information about “Theatre in a Week” at The MAIN and upcoming productions for the 2022 season, visit AtTheMAIN.org or contact Jeff Barber at jbarber@santa-clarita.com.
Mission Opera will present two short made-for-TV operas by Gian Carlo Menotti as their season opener on Friday, September 10 through Sunday, September 12 at The MAIN in Newhall. The Old Maid & The Thief will be sung in English with Spanish subtitles and will feature a special guest, Rich Capparela, while El Teléfono (known as “The Telephone”) will be sung as a World Premiere in Spanish with English subtitles.
“The Telephone” premiered 74 years ago in New York City. It was originally a short opener for “The Medium” and both ran on Broadway for a short period in 1947. It revolves around a young GI who has been drafted but wants to propose to his girlfriend before going to service. He is nervous but quickly gets upset when he cannot seem to get her off the phone long enough to pop the question.
“The Old Maid and the Thief” was originally created as a radio opera. It will be staged in chapters of small scenes with narration between as was presented at its premiere in 1939 on NBC Radio with the NBC Symphony Orchestra playing. In this show, we find two women living together, vying for the attention of a man suspected of being an escaped convict. Both women go to absurd lengths to win his heart while keeping gossiping neighbors at bay.
Check out Santa Clarita’s newest multi-use arts center, The MAIN, located in the Old Town Newhall Arts and Entertainment District. This theatre is a home for music, comedy, film, theatre, visual art, classes, workshops and meetings, and serves as the welcome center for visitors to Old Town Newhall.
Every month The MAIN offers an eclectic blend of shows that are both FREE, and affordably priced, that will entertain attendees of all ages. In addition to great shows, The MAIN is also a place to learn and grow through youth acting classes, artist discussions and workshops, and the rotating arts exhibit on the walls of the theatre lobby. For those searching for a venue to host an event, meeting, presentation, or film production, look no further than The MAIN for your rental needs.
There are so many great opportunities awaiting you at The MAIN. Take a stroll down Main Street in Old Town Newhall to experience what The MAIN has to offer.
Santa Clarita, Calif. – Out of the ashes, a Phoenix arises. This year’s Summer Theatre Festival is called the PHOENIX FESTIVAL as we celebrate the return of live theatre performances in our community.
The Phoenix Festival is a celebration of the return of live theatre performances in our community. Four different groups are coming together to present seven events throughout July and August: Bridgeway Theatre Company, Hope Theatre Arts, Liminal Space, and the Santa Clarita Shakespeare. The festival will be held at THE MAIN in Newhall.
The festival includes free Shakespeare performances, a musical, a world premiere of an original work, a family piece, a spoken work event, and a contemporary play. “We are thrilled to be in front of audiences again” says David Stears, executive director for Santa Clarita Shakespeare, “Even more exciting is the group of different theatre companies coming together to create this year’s summer theatre festival.”
The Phoenix Festival runs from July 17th through August 15th. For a complete listing of dates, information, and tickets, visit: www.scshakespearefest.org/phoenix-festival.
“Blood on Thy Hands,” 10 by 10 Variety Show, Comedy Mashup, The Society Comedy Troupe and Note by Note Music Showcase
Santa Clarita, Calif. – The City of Santa Clarita invites you to attend upcoming shows at The MAIN, located at 24266 Main Street, in Old Town Newhall. Tickets are now on sale for a variety of shows taking place in December.
Bridgeway Theatre Company presents “Blood on Thy Hands,” an original work from director Stephan Nieman and writer Sarah Hoftstedt.
Bridgeway Theatre Company presents “Blood on Thy Hands,” an original work from director Stephan Nieman and writer Sarah Hoftstedt. It is a contemporary story featuring three of Shakespeare’s leading ladies analyzing life after their story ends. Des (Desdemona from Othello), Lia (Ophelia from Hamlet) and Julie (Juliet from Romeo and Juliet)are in their own version of purgatory, in which they connect with each other to share their perspective of how they died, while discussing the objectivity of male control in their lives and what love means to each of them. Performance dates and times are November 30 at 8:00 p.m., December 1 at 2:00 p.m., and December 2 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $18 for seniors and students, and $20 for adults.
The 10 by 10 Variety Show occurs on the first Thursday of the month and features music, film, storytelling, magic, comedy and more! Ten performers, from a variety of genres, are selected to perform a 10-minute piece of their choosing. Every month is different, so you never know what you will see on stage! Performances this month include storytelling with Michael Dougherty, Vicki Juditz and Bart Richards; comedy from Lang Parker and Richard Meyer; comedy and juggling by Ivan Pecel; music with Tracy Lee Nelson, Steve Messick and John Bergstrom; and magic by Glenndalf. The show is Thursday, December 6, at 7:00 p.m. and free to attend.
Comedy Mashup is a group of working comedians and improvisers from all over Los Angeles that come together once a month to put on a show that is half stand-up comedy and half improv.
Comedy Mashup is a group of working comedians and improvisers from all over Los Angeles that come together once a month to put on a show that is half stand-up comedy and half improv. Mad House Comedy’s Ashley Johnson headlines the evening, while “Your Favorite Cast” brings the improv and holiday sketch comedy. The show is Friday, December 7, at 8:00 p.m., and is geared towards an adult audience. Tickets are $12 presale and $18 on the day of the show.
The Society Comedy Troupe is bringing hilarious and energetic team improv to The MAIN. Similar to the TV show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?,” they ask for audience participation while creating improvised music, comedy and scenes. The show is Saturday, December 8, at 8:00 p.m., and is appropriate for all ages. Tickets are $12 for seniors and students, and $15 for all others.
Note by Note is a free musical showcase delighting audiences with a variety of genres. Bands, duos and soloists will perform a wide range of styles, including rock, folk, Celtic, Americana, blues, jazz, country, experimental, western and more! Featured performers in December include Mike Fleming, Abby Lyons, Ric Taylor and Sarah Mee Ran Cave. The show is Thursday, December 13, at 7:00 p.m. and free to attend.
Learn more about these shows and purchase tickets by visiting AtTheMain.org/tickets.
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