Coronado Times

"Big Fish"
2022-11-04 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Coronado Playhouse, 1835 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Book by JOHN AUGUST
Music and Lyrics by ANDREW LIPPA
Based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and the Columbia Motion Picture written by John August

Dream, Love, Live Bigger.
Directed by Hunter Brown

Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, Big Fish tells the story of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest…and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him—most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales.
The story shifts between two timelines. In the present-day real world, sixty-year-old Edward Bloom faces his mortality while his son prepares to become a father himself. In the storybook past, Edward ages from a teenager, encountering a Witch, a Giant, a Mermaid, and the love of his life, Sandra. The stories meet as Will discovers the secret his father never revealed.
Overflowing with heart and humor, Big Fish is an extraordinary musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre—for an experience that’s richer, funnier and bigger than life itself.
For questions, call the Box Office (619) 435-4856 or email boxoffice@coronadoplayhouse.com

"Big Fish" Matinee
2022-11-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Playhouse, 1835 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States

Lamb's Festival of Christmas: "A Christmas Carol"
2022-12-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Lamb’s Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Kerry Meads’ magical adaptation of Charles Dickens iconic redemption story wrapped in gorgeous music of the Season.
We presented A CHRISTMAS CAROL last December to great acclaim. As the popular show sold out, thousands of patrons could not get tickets. Then the Omicron surge swept through our fully vaccinated cast, and we were forced to cancel the final 5 sold-out performances.
So, we decided to bring it back for 2022!
Adapted & Directed by Kerry Meads
Assistant Director – Rachael VanWormer
Musical Direction by G. Scott Lacy & Deborah Gilmour Smyth
Running Time: 90 minutes. No Intermission
Age Advisability: Because younger children may find some elements in the story to be frightening we recommend it for ages 8 and above.
Runs Dec. 1 through 24. Weekend 2pm matinees, and some Wednesdays.

"A Christmas Carol" Live Radio Play
2022-12-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate the season with a live radio play of “A Christmas Carol” presented by CoSA Foundation.

San Diego Shakespeare Society Staged Reading: Henry VIII, Part 2
2022-12-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
About the play: King Henry VIII listens to Cardinal Wolsey too much and gives him power, which the Cardinal uses to convict a duke of treason. Henry meets Anne Boleyn, divorces his wife Katharine, and marries Anne. Then Anne gives birth to Princess Elizabeth, who the Archbishop prophesies will become great.
About the director: Charlie Riendeau has participated in three Old Globe Shakespeare Festivals, several years of their winter seasons, and the first two Old Globe Educational Tours. He has acted in over 100 full productions, directed 25, and participated in numerous readings for various theaters around the County. He has performed in London and New York and holds a degree in Theatre from SDSU.
FAQ:
Q: Do I have to read?
A: You are welcome to show up and just watch. We suspect, however, that it will look like too much fun for you to resist for long. A lot of newcomers don’t want to read initially but when they see how fun it is, they join in! But there is no pressure at all if you just want to watch and we have regular attendees who have never read.
Q: Can I act as a specific character or be in a particular scene?
A: That may be possible. Each evening has an assigned director who has planned what scenes to cover. If you are really anxious to act in a specific scene, talk to the director at the start and see what can be arranged. No guarantees, but if the scene is being done that night, it might be possible. All scenes are cast that night right before they are read, so usually, everyone who wants to act has the chance to do at least a small role.
Q: Who can participate?
A: Everyone! They are free and open to the public.

"Baskerville"
2023-01-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Lamb’s Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Ken Ludwig’s “Baskerville, A Sherlock Holmes Mystery” is back for one week, January 3-8, 2023.
Visit Lamb’s Players Theatre website or visit the box office for more information or to purchase tickets.

"Ripcord" at Coronado Playhouse
2023-01-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Coronado Playhouse, 1835 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Playhouse is launching into the new year with a comedy of one-up-womanship. It’s not often we see media centered around aging women anymore, but this play by David Lindsay-Abaire will give fans of classics like “Golden Girls” all the humor, sarcasm, and grit only women of a certain age can dish out.
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Coronado Playhouse Presents “Ripcord” – Jan. 13-29, 2023
