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Nurturing, supporting and promoting live theater in Greater Orange County
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OC Theatre Guild was founded in 2016 to address the need for a more united local theatre community. It provided a platform for theater leaders to discuss business challenges as well as share ideas and season information.
In 2019, OC Theatre Guild organized as an official not-for-profit 501(c)3 to serve the vital artistic community. Their mission is to nurture, support, and promote live theatre in Greater Orange County, supported by long held beliefs that theater and performing arts are an essential part of what creates a healthy, passionate and multicultural society, enriching communities and providing opportunities for personal growth and fulfillment.
OC Theatre Guild's strategy is to advocate for the local theatre community while at the same time providing the public with information, access and opportunities relating to live theatre events in Greater Orange County.
They continue to build a membership that reflects the thriving arts scene including all individual theatre artists and theatre organizations of all sizes. In addition to managing and producing the OCTG Theatre Awards, we can offer workshops and panel discussions on topics of concern to the Orange County theater community, website, Regional Auditions, preview articles for productions submitted to the OCTG Theatre Awards, artists and organization spotlights.
They are committed towards answering the question, "What can we do together that we can't do on our own?"
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Aug 20, 2026 ∙ 4 min
‘Around the World in 80 Days’ at Cabrillo Playhouse
Some stories are built for spectacle. Others are built for imagination. Mark Brown's stage adaptation is both. From left: Patrick McMahon and Adam Furguson. Photo courtesy of Cabrillo Playhouse By MaryAnn DiPietro A train, an elephant, a ship and nearly 40 colorful characters appear and disappear in the blink of an eye. And somehow, it all happens on the intimate stage of Cabrillo Playhouse in San Clemente. "It's basically the magic of theater," director Frank Minano said. "We have eight...
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Jul 17, 2026 ∙ 4 min
‘Falsettos’ at The Wayward Artist
Love, Loss and Family in a Landmark Queer Musical From left, Gabrielle Maldonado, Jake Burnett, Riley Blackwell, Carolyn Lupin and Joshua Leduc. Photo courtesy of Craig Tyrl By Shannon Cudd A homosexual man hiding his truth, a woman whose husband leaves her for another man and the lover who is diagnosed with a mysterious new disease – these are just some of the characters audiences can expect to encounter in The Wayward Artist’s production of “Falsettos.” Founding Artistic Director and...
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Jul 3, 2026 ∙ 4 min
‘The Spitfire Grill’ at Cabrillo Playhouse
Musical triumph is an inspiring celebration of fresh starts and the power of what one person can do. From left: Ramy Alhawari and Mimi Franks. Photo courtesy of Cabrillo Playhouse By Anne Reid Cabrillo Playhouse will open its production of “The Spitfire Grill” this summer, bringing the acclaimed musical about redemption, forgiveness and finding home to its intimate San Clemente stage. Based on the 1996 film by Lee David Zlotoff, “The Spitfire Grill” features music and book by James Valcq and...
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Jun 24, 2026 ∙ 5 min
‘Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical’ at Chance Theater
Broadway hit explores themes of identity, trauma and healing. From left, Sol Joun and Doshima Iyorlu. Photo courtesy of Doug Catiller by Anne Reid When "Jagged Little Pill" premiered on Broadway in 2019, audiences embraced its unflinching examination of addiction, racism, identity and the complicated realities that often exist beneath the surface of seemingly perfect lives. Now Chance Theater is bringing the Tony Award-winning and Grammy Award-winning musical to Orange County with a...
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Jun 17, 2026 ∙ 4 min
‘Ostrich in the Room’ at The Larking House
The Absurdity of Modern Relationships Explored in New Play From left, Rachel Bailey, Coleman Summers, and Jessica Schreiber. Photo courtesy of Jarid McCarthy By Shannon Cudd Imagine trying to connect with your partner and an ostrich interrupts by knocking at the door. No, this is not a fever dream but a scene from The Larking House’s world premiere production of “Ostrich in the Room.” This exciting new work by Seanan Palmero Waugh explores the complexities of romantic relationships. The plot...
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Jun 3, 2026 ∙ 4 min
‘Bye Bye Birdie’ at Phantom Projects Theatre
Putting on a Very Happy Face Bruno A. Satalino and the ensemble of Bye Bye Birdie. Photo courtesy of The Phantom Projects Theatre by Anne Reid Rock-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 choreographed by Alan M-L Wager, the Tony Award-winning musical follows the chaos that erupts when rock-and-roll teen idol...
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Jun 3, 2026 ∙ 3 min
‘The Legend of Georgia McBride’ at Ophelia’s Jump
When Elvis leaves the stage, an unexpected journey of identity, family and self-discovery begins. Jacob Wilson. Photo courtesy of Beatrice Casagran 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's Jump founder Beatrice Casagran, the production appealed to the company not only because of its humor but because of the humanity at the center...
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Jun 2, 2026 ∙ 4 min
‘The Book of Will’ at Begins And Ends With A & Curtis Theatre
Celebration of Shakespeare’s Friendship and Legacy From left, Genevieve Kauper, Kelly Franett and RigelKent Paden. Photo courtesy of Francis Gacad by Anne Reid Director 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 And Ends With A, the production company Hallman co-founded with producer and costume designer Aja Bell....
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May 19, 2026 ∙ 4 min
‘The Spitfire Grill’ at American Coast Theatre Company
A diner, a wide-open road, and a story that proves even the smallest places can hold the biggest hearts. From Left, Rachel Williams and Sadie Black. Photo courtesy of Dylan Cranford. by MaryAnn DiPietro American 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. The company invites audiences into the small town of Gilead, a place where folks know your name and all of your...
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May 15, 2026 ∙ 3 min
‘Legally Blonde’ at Westminster Community Playhouse
A Close-Up, Heartfelt Production About Defying Expectations. Sammy Spiegler. Photo courtesy of Laura Lejuwaan By Shannon Cudd Omigod 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 Witherspoon as the charismatic and intelligent ingénue Elle Woods. After her college boyfriend, Warner, dumps her because she isn’t serious enough,...
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May 7, 2026 ∙ 4 min
‘Twelfth Night’ at Ye Olde Theatre Eaters
Shakespeare comedy reimagined through a Western lens. From left, Morgan Holcomb, Colin Rinard and Ash Frost. Photo courtesy of Kiya Sakari By Anne Reid “Twelfth Night” is a beloved Shakespearean romantic comedy about twins Viola and Sebastian, who are separated by a shipwreck. In this modern take, it’s set on the coast of California, where Viola seeks to rebuild her place in the world. She disguises herself as a man named Cesario and enters the service of the lovesick Duke Orsino, who sends...
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Apr 30, 2026 ∙ 4 min
‘Home, I’m Darling’ at Cabrillo Playhouse
A picture-perfect 1950s dream, a life styled to perfection, and the moment the fantasy starts to slip. From left: Shane Murphy, Jeremy Krasovic, Taylor LaBarbera, Charlie Massey, Sarah Jane Finch, Mary Price Moore. Photo courtesy of Eric Modyman By MaryAnn DiPietro At 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 nostalgia and nuance, director Hillary Pearson invites...
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