The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents a show with heartbreaking tragedy rescued by lovestruck buffoonery in this tragicomedy by William Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale as its next student production. 
As the wise-beyond-his-years 7-year-old Mamillius says, “A sad tale’s best for winter.” But fortunately for us, the story doesn’t end there. We begin with a tale of suspicion, jealousy, tyranny, and suffering. And that only gets us half-way through. After a ghost names an abandoned baby, a storm devours a ship full of mariners, and a bear dines on a gentleman’s flesh, we transition into a new season. It is in middle summer that we visit a different kingdom 16 years later to find the baby grown up to be the queen of the harvest festival, in love with the impetuous prince, surrounded by clowns and singing thieves, and on a course to reconcile two kings as a statue comes to life with celebrations of forgiveness.
Director Benjamin Cole is moved to share this production of jealousy, strength, sacrifice, and love as our 11th annual outdoor touring summer student Shakespeare production. 
“We’re thrilled to continue the tradition of offering free Shakespeare performances to the cities of Solana Beach, Del Mar, and Encinitas,” Cole beams. “Some of our top students are featured in Shakespeare shows, and we’re proud to explore more challenging titles they might not have the opportunity to explore anywhere else,” he boasts. The show runs a daring 90 minutes with no intermission and aims to touch audiences’ heartstrings throughout. Additional production staff includes: Stage Manager, Benedict Heaps; Assistant Stage Manager, Liah Leon; Bear Puppetry Design, Bugz Baltzer; Intern Assistant Director, Kaia Podd; and Assistant Director Steve Smith. 
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep proudly delivers high-quality theatre instruction and eight student theatre productions throughout the year, offering accessible and fun training for various age groups. Check out all the upcoming options on the Theatre School website: <a href="https://www.northcoastreptheatreschool.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.northcoastreptheatreschool.org</a>.
Featured in the cast are (Gabriel Bergseid, Carlsbad; Bex Balsdon, La Jolla; Kai Bunyak, Cardiff; Landon Friis, Carlsbad; Charlotte Larson, Carlsbad; Ryan Mattes, Torrey Highlands; Alice Price, Carlsbad; Isabella Podesta, Carlsbad; Nicole Sample, Encinitas; Harper Smith, Encinitas; Roman Sooben, Carmel Valley; Phoebe Thomas, San Marcos; and Jackson Young, Carlsbad.)
Performances are July 16th through 18th at Olivenhain Meeting House: 423 Rancho Santa Fe Rd., Encinitas, CA 92024; July 23rd through 25th at the Birdwing Open Air Classroom: 3201 Via de la Valle, Del Mar, CA 92014 (use entrance off San Adres Dr.); July 30th &amp; 31st at La Colonia Park: 715 Valley Ave., Solana Beach, CA 92075; and August 1st
at the Theatre School Studio Space: 985 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Suite D, with all show times at 5:30PM. Admission is free at all venues. No advance reservations are needed for any performances. Audiences are encouraged to bring their own outdoor seating and blankets.

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North Coast Repertory Theatre

The schemes are outrageous. The disguises are ridiculous. The fun is unavoidable. He'll lie, he'll scheme, he'll hide you in a sack. You'll love every minute. North Coast Repertory Theatre presents Scapin, Molière’s irresistible comedy of trickery and mayhem in a dazzling new adaptation by Bill Irwin and Mark O’Donnell — reimagined for today’s audiences with fresh American flair and nonstop physical comedy. Watch crafty servant Scapin spin outrageous webs of disguise and deception to help a band of young lovers outwit their impossibly miserly fathers. Physical comedy and razor-sharp wit collide in this carnival of theatrical surprises — a masterful blend of classic French farce and contemporary slapstick that will leave audiences breathless with laughter.

“A generous gag-fest, packed with rib-tickling delights.” — San Francisco Chronicle 

“The play’s blend of vaudeville and contemporary references results in a two-hour laugh riot.” — Culture Vulture

Christopher Williams directs Paul Slade Smith* (Scapin), David Ellenstein* (Geronte), James Newcomb* (Argante), Tim Frangos* (Leander), Miles Blue (Octave), David McBean* (George), Omri Schein* (Sylvestre), Gabbie Adner (Hyacinth), Sophia Oberg* (Nerine), Marie Zolezzi* (Zerbinette). Shannon Humiston* is Stage Manager &amp; Jeruel Canda* Assistant Stage Manager. The Design Team includes Marty Burnett (Set Design), Matthew Novotny (Light Design), Elisa Benzoni (Costume Design), Grace Wong (Associate Costume Design), Matt FitzGerald (Sound Design), Michael Wogulis (Props Design), and Peter Herman (Hair &amp; Wigs Design).

*The actor or stage manager appears through the courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association.

For photos, go to www.northcoastrep.org/press.

SCAPIN performances begin Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 8:00 pm. Final performance is Sunday, August 16, 2026, at 2:00 pm. The show runs Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:00 pm, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm, Sunday evenings at 7:00 pm, and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm. Added two Friday matiness at 2pm (July 24th
&amp; August 12th)

North Coast Rep is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075. For complete performance schedule and ticket information, call 858-481-1055, or visit <a href="https://www.northcoastrep.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.northcoastrep.org</a>.


Come discover one of theatre’s greatest comedic treasures — outrageous schemes, inspired slapstick, and the timeless reminder that a good servant is worth his weight in chaos.

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New Village Arts

Hey Carlsbad! Indie Pop Star Michelle Lambert is coming your way!From Boston to Nashville, from Denver to Miami, Pop-Folk singer/songwriter Michelle Lambert has been performing to audiences all over the country! And now Michelle brings her amazing show to the New Village Arts Theater on Wednesday, July 29th starting at 7 PM. Come with the entire family and enjoy Michelle‘s Pop/Folk set with influences from Ed Sheeran and Amy Winehouse!Now touring out of the San Francisco Bay Area, Michelle will take you through the adventures of her life with insightful lyrics, powerful vocals, energetic delivery, and electric violin hooks! The artist and songwriter Michelle will reflect on the experiences she has been through, from the rigid and committed work as a classical violinist and singer during her early days in Northern California, to the happy and festive Celtic music honed in Scotland.From the structured sounds of the classrooms at Berklee School of Music in Boston to the years spent perfecting her storytelling on the stages of the Honky Tonks in Nashville, Michelle has emerged as the professional entertainer guaranteed to please audiences of all ages.Don’t be mistaken by her colorful clothes, her flying red ponytails or her candid smile. When Michelle steps on stage, you will witness all of her experiences melded together to generate a result that defies music genres or styles.Join Michelle at the intimate New Village Arts Theatre on Wednesday, July 29th starting at 7 PM.Tickets:<a href="https://newvillagearts.org/event/michelle-lambert/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://newvillagearts.org/event/michelle-lambert/</a>More about Michelle and her music:michellelambert.com

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