What's Playing at Sierra Madre Playhouse?

Press Release:

The announces its 2012 season, packed with musicals, plays and even a festive holiday show.

“Morning’s at Seven,” March 30- May 12

Aaronetta and Ida Gibbs have lived next door to each other most of their lives and along with Esther, all of the Gibb sisters are an open book to each. Husbands not included. Into the fray comes Myrtle Brown, perpetually engaged to Ida's son Homer. But Homer can't seem to pop the question. Taking matters into her own hands, Myrtle finally gets a proposal by compelling Homer to fly the nest. Sort of. This perennially charming portrait of small town America was first produced on Broadway in 1939 and revived in 1980 and in 2002 to critical acclaim. Written by Paul Osborn, directed by Bob Hakman.

“Woman in Mind,” May 25- July 7

Susan has two families, two gardens, two lives. In one, she is married to a debonair husband, has a delightful brother, and a beautiful and devoted daughter. In the other, she is married to a bland clergyman, her dotty sister-in-law lives with them, and her son is difficult and distant. Only one of these families is real....and it's driving her mad. This comedy with a twist is by Alan Ayckbourn, one of Britain's most acclaimed playwrights. Directed by Christian Lebano.

“Incident at Vichy,” July 20- September 8

Eight men are held in a detention room of a police station in Vichy, France in 1942 waiting to see if the authorities will grant them freedom or accuse them of being Jewish. Each has convinced himself that there is no need to be concerned, but as the day wears on, doubts and fears arise. As the men interact with each other and within themselves, we see their true characters emerge. One of Arthur Miller's most powerful and gripping works! Directed by Barbara Schofield.

“Ruddigore,"  September 21- November 10

Sir Despard Murgatroyd is a man under pressure. He has inherited a witch's curse forcing him to commit a crime a day or die in agony. So it's a huge relief when shy Robin Oakapple is revealed as his long-lost elder brother – true inheritor of the curse. Robin's chances with the prim Rose Maybud look doomed, but his real troubles begin as his feeble evil deeds summon some angry ancestors back from the dead. Another rarely seen gem from the Kings of English Comic Opera! By W.S. Gilbert & Arthur Sullivan, Directed by Eugene Hutchins.

"A Christmas Carol," November 23- December 23

Celebrate the season with one of the most beloved and enduring Christmas stories of all time! Dickens' unforgettable classic takes us on an unforgettable journey through the life and times of everyone's favorite miser, Ebenezer Scrooge. Humor and passion fills our new adaptation which bursts with song and dance that makes this heartwarming story a first-rate family experience you won't want to miss! Adapted and directed by Christina Harris.

What you need to know:

Sierra Madre Playhouse is located at 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. in Sierra Madre. There is ample free parking behind theatre.

Tickets: $25. Seniors (65+) and students (13-17), $22. Children 12 and under, $15.

Musicals: $25 all seats.

Reservations: (626) 355-4318

Online ticketing: www.sierramadreplayhouse.org