Discover the beauty of the natural world at By Land & By Sea, an Artist Open House on January 10, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm at the Brooks Theater Gallery. This stunning exhibit showcases landscapes and seascapes that have inspired, delighted, and impressed artists from all corners of the globe. Meet the creators and gain insight into how these breathtaking natural sights have shaped their artistry. Enjoy light refreshments, ambient music, watch a guest artist create a piece live, and mingle with artists, families, locals, and art lovers. All are welcome.
Have you always wanted to tap dance? In our Tap Workshop, taught by Lindy Lyon, we will work on the fundamentals of tap dance in the feet and in the body. Each week, students will build on the skills learned the previous week as we broaden our step vocabulary. Students will also learn about major figures and influences in tap dance history. Students will hone their tap skills with an emphasis on musicality, technique, and playfulness as they learn a dance. The Adult Tap Workshop is a great opportunity for beginners and returning tap dancers alike.
Class Session: Jan. 7th, 2025 – Feb. 11th, 2025, every Tuesday, 9:30 am – 11:00 am
$110 for six sessions minimum 8 students, 12 maximum
Improv at the Brooks presents Amazing Incredible Tales, a fully improvised, HIGHLY interactive live superhero comic book made up on the spot based on audience suggestions from start to finish.
Ring in the New Year with a night of laughs and geeky fun at our sober, nerd-themed comedy show! Hosted by scientist-turned-comedian Tim X Lee, the evening kicks off with his unique brand of intellectual humor and quirky energy. Headlining the event is the brilliantly witty James P. Connolly, whose clever, sharp humor spans everything from tech to pop culture. Whether you’re a fan of sci-fi, gaming, or just appreciate smart comedy, Connolly and Lee together deliver an unforgettable New Year’s Eve filled with hilarious insights and clever punchlines. This comedy event offers a refreshingly different way to celebrate the holiday—one focused on fun, laughs, and community in a laid-back, alcohol-free atmosphere.
Embrace the winter season at the SPIRITED Artist Open House on Friday, December 6, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm at the Brooks Theater Gallery. Presented in collaboration with Oceanside Museum of Art’s Artist Alliance, this exhibit captures the winter spirit in all its forms—from festive holiday scenes to abstract expressions of warmth, joy, and nostalgia. Enjoy light refreshments, ambient music, watch a guest artist creating live, and mingle with artists, families, locals, and art lovers.
Oceanside Theatre Company Youth Academy presents The Addams Family, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family– a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before– keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.
This exhibition is the visual partner to OTC’s season production of Stranger Sings!, a parody of the TV show Stranger Things. Imaginations go wild as the Gallery explores all things science fiction! The Artist Open House on Saturday, October 12th from 5:30 pm – 8 pm will offer light refreshments, a guest artist working on a current piece, a create your own alien souvenir, and over 40 pieces of out of this world art!
Join The Hill Street Country Club for an unforgettable evening with renowned bassoonist and composer Joy Guidry as they perform selections from their critically acclaimed album AMEN at OTC. Known for their innovative approach to blending genres, Joy’s work delves into the rich musical traditions of southern Black American music, weaving together elements of jazz, gospel, and ambient soundscapes. This performance promises to be a transformative journey of sound, honoring both the past and future of Black musical expression.
Join us for a frightfully fun evening of improv comedy as Improv at the Brooks presents its annual Halloween Spooktacular. North County Improv Squad (NCIS) will give you a night full of high-energy laughs as they perform games rarely seen on stage, plus a special improvised spooky story. This year’s Spooktacular will benefit Project Athena Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to helping survivors of major medical setbacks live out their adventurous dreams. It is a fun, silly night not to be missed!
Generally PG-13, but the performers will adapt if kids present.
Continue your improv journey by learning advanced tools and techniques to captivate both yourself and audiences with the worlds you craft onstage. From exploring diverse improv forms to developing skills needed for seamless teamwork, this class will elevate your improv to new heights. Dive deeper into the art of improvisation and create genuine moments of connection and laughter. Students will perform in a class show upon completion of the course. [prerequisite: Must have completed at least 2 levels of an improv program at any theater. Instructed by Chris Shurland.
