2025 Subscription Season

Special Events
Preview Night
Friday, March 28 at 8 pm
Opening Night
Saturday, March 29 at 8 pm
Military Matinee
Sunday, March 30 at 3 pm
Artist Talkback
Saturday, April 5 at 3 pm
Industry Night
Monday, April 7 at 8 pm

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
March 28 – April 13

Book & Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Directed by Kevin “Blax” Burroughs
Musical Direction by Lyndon Pugeda
Choreography by Alyssa “Ajay” Junious

“Throughout what we live and we believe, our lives become the stories that we weave.”

Once on This Island, brings the captivating Caribbean-set retelling of The Little Mermaid to the Brooks Theater stage. Based on the 1985 novel My Love, My Love; or, The Peasant Girl, this poignant story follows Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a boy from the wealthier side of the island. Her journey of love, self-discovery, and bravery crosses class divides, offering audiences a heartfelt tale of resilience and the transformative power of storytelling.

The original Broadway productions of Once on This Island garnered three Laurence Olivier Award nominations and sixteen Tony Award nominations across its original run and 2017 revival, winning the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical.

“This is a show I’ve been dreaming of directing for years,” shared Burroughs. “I’ve been immersed in this story as a performer, and now I’m eager to bring my vision of it to the stage—one that celebrates its rich cultural roots and emotional depth.”

Special Events
Preview Night
Friday, May 23 at 8 pm
Opening Night
Saturday, May 24 at 8 pm
Military Matinee
Sunday, May 25 at 3 pm
Artist Talkback
Saturday, May 31 at 3 pm
Industry Night
Monday, June 2 at 8 pm

LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS
May 23 – June 8

Written by John Leguizamo
Directed by Herbert Siguenza
Starring Rick Najera

“Now I don’t know about y’all, but I’ve always felt like my history was being kept from me: on TV, movies, textbooks, practically everywhere.”

LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS is a hilarious and insightful exploration inspired by the glaring absence of Latinos in American history textbooks. In this uproarious show, John Leguizamo embarks on a frenetic quest to uncover a Latin hero for his son’s school project. With his signature comedic flair, he delivers a whirlwind recap of the Aztec Empire and shines a light on the unsung Latin patriots of the Revolutionary War and beyond, distilling 3,000 years of history—from the Mayans to Pitbull—into 110 irreverent and uncensored minutes that are both entertaining and enlightening.

OTC’s production of LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS marks the first staging in San Diego outside of Leguizamo’s original touring production. Previously, the show made its local debut at the La Jolla Playhouse in 2016, followed by a one-night-only performance at the San Diego Civic Theatre in 2019.

Special Events
Preview Night
Friday, August 29 at 8 pm
Opening Night
Saturday, August 30 at 8 pm
Military Matinee
Sunday, August 31 at 3 pm
Artist Talkback
Saturday, September 6 at 3 pm
Industry Night
Monday, September 8 at 8 pm

SPRING AWAKENING
August 29 – September 14

Book & Lyrics by Steven Slater
Music by Duncan Sheik
Directed by Gerilyn Brault
Musical Direction & Choreography by E.Y. Washington

“Those you’ve known and lost still walk behind you”

Directed by Oceanside native Gerilyn Brault, Spring Awakening is OTC’s second mainstage musical of the season, bringing the raw energy of this angsty rock musical to the Brooks Theater stage. Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Spring Awakening tells the powerful story of young people in 1890’s Germany  on the cusp of adulthood, grappling with their emerging identities, desires, and the oppressive forces around them. The musical’s electrifying fusion of rock and emotional intensity explores timeless themes of sexuality, rebellion, and self-discovery in ways that are as relevant today as ever.

“I knew I wanted Gerilyn to direct at OTC,” shared Burroughs. “When she expressed her passion for this show, it felt like the perfect fit. The themes of Spring Awakening—from mental health to the struggles of finding one’s place in the world—are deeply important and continue to resonate with audiences.”

Spring Awakening is a thought-provoking, groundbreaking piece that tackles difficult subjects such as suicide, sexual exploration, and mental health, with honesty and raw emotion. With its poignant exploration of adolescence and its challenges, this production of Spring Awakening invites audiences to confront these enduring themes and reflect on the complexities of growing up in today’s world.

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