Main Stage

Next to Normal – Opening Night

 

Join OTC for a special opening night reception beginning at 7 pm. Show begins at 8 pm.

Winner of three 2009 Tony Awards, including Best Musical Score and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, Next to Normal, written by Brian Yorkey with music by Tom Kitt, introduces audiences to a seemingly typical American family. In this production directed by Frankie Errington with muscial direction by Lyndon Pugeda May 10 through May 26, the dad heads off to work as an architect, the mom prepares breakfast and lunch for the family, and the teenagers crack jokes at their parents’ expense. However, as the lights begins to shine onto their lives, the truth is illuminated, revealing the shadows of the mother’s 16-year battle with bipolar disorder and the roles each family member has had to play. Next to Normal tells a story of hope, love, and learning to let go.

April Foos Comedy Fundraiser for Lived Experiences Youth Program

Get ready to mark your calendars because we’ve got an electrifying announcement! We’re thrilled to unveil our upcoming fundraiser event, presented in collaboration with Foundation Mixtecos Unidos. Picture this: April 1st, at the iconic Sunshine Brooks Theater in the heart of Oceanside. Brace yourselves for an evening of uproarious laughter and heartwarming tales as some of the most brilliant comedians take the stage to share their personal journeys and deliver an unforgettable performance that’ll have you in stitches. But here’s the best part—all proceeds from this event will go straight to supporting the incredible initiatives of the Lived Experiences youth prevention programing. It’s laughter for a cause, folks! So, don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of something truly special. Join us for a day filled with joy, camaraderie, and, of course, plenty of laughter. See you there!

Swinging Serenades: RESCHEDULED! New Date TBD

Step into a world of timeless elegance and rhythmic enchantment with “Swinging Serenades: An Evening of Timeless Classics.” In this captivating journey through the golden age of jazz, a 7-piece band and four talented vocalists breathe new life into the most beloved melodies of yesteryear. Under the starlit ambiance, let the music sweep you off your feet as we traverse iconic swing tunes, soulful serenades, and lively rhythms. From the infectious beats of “Sing, Sing, Sing” to the heartfelt ballads like “Blues in the Night,” each note is a serenade to the heart, promising a night filled with nostalgia, romance, and the joyous spirit of swing. This unforgettable evening promises to transport you to an era where the music was timeless, the dance floor was alive, and the serenades echoed through the night. Join us for “Swinging Serenades,” where the classics come to life, and the serenade continues under the starry jazz-filled sky.

Chicken & Biscuits – Industry Night

Directed by Kevin “Blax” Burroughs, the Southern California Premiere of Chicken & Biscuits by Douglas Lyons March 8 through March 24, reveals the rivalry between sisters Baneatta and Beverly when they come together to bury their father. Between Beverly’s flaunting of her “blessings” at the chapel, the accompaniment of Baneatta’s son by his neurotic Jewish boyfriend of whom she disapproves, and Beverly’s overly inquisitive daughter poking into everyone’s business, the family is not so sure they can make it through the day without killing one another! Baneatta’s pastor husband tries to mediate the family drama while officiating the funeral, but when a shocking family secret is revealed during the ceremony, the siblings are faced with a truth that could either heal or break them. LEARN MORE

 

Chicken & Biscuits – Friday Night

Directed by Kevin “Blax” Burroughs, the Southern California Premiere of Chicken & Biscuits by Douglas Lyons March 8 through March 24, reveals the rivalry between sisters Baneatta and Beverly when they come together to bury their father. Between Beverly’s flaunting of her “blessings” at the chapel, the accompaniment of Baneatta’s son by his neurotic Jewish boyfriend of whom she disapproves, and Beverly’s overly inquisitive daughter poking into everyone’s business, the family is not so sure they can make it through the day without killing one another! Baneatta’s pastor husband tries to mediate the family drama while officiating the funeral, but when a shocking family secret is revealed during the ceremony, the siblings are faced with a truth that could either heal or break them. LEARN MORE

 

Chicken & Biscuits – Saturday Matinee

Directed by Kevin “Blax” Burroughs, the Southern California Premiere of Chicken & Biscuits by Douglas Lyons March 8 through March 24, reveals the rivalry between sisters Baneatta and Beverly when they come together to bury their father. Between Beverly’s flaunting of her “blessings” at the chapel, the accompaniment of Baneatta’s son by his neurotic Jewish boyfriend of whom she disapproves, and Beverly’s overly inquisitive daughter poking into everyone’s business, the family is not so sure they can make it through the day without killing one another! Baneatta’s pastor husband tries to mediate the family drama while officiating the funeral, but when a shocking family secret is revealed during the ceremony, the siblings are faced with a truth that could either heal or break them. LEARN MORE

The Highwayman Show – 4 pm

The Highwayman Show is the premiere Outlaw Country show featuring the music of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson as performed by Tony Suraci and his All Star Band including American Idol’s Makayla Phillips.

The Highwayman Show – 8 pm

The Highwayman Show is the premiere Outlaw Country show featuring the music of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson as performed by Tony Suraci and his All Star Band including American Idol’s Makayla Phillips.

Dr. Ken’s Seriously Funny Comedy Hypnosis Show

Dr. Ken’s Seriously Funny Comedy Hypnosis Show is a truly humorous, highly audience-interactive, thoroughly entertaining theatrical performance demonstrating the power and creativity of the human mind through the use of real hypnosis. This family-appropriate show features the application of hypnosis by a medical doctor in a really fun and safe way. Dr. Ken’s Seriously Funny Comedy Hypnosis Show spotlights audience volunteers, who become the stars of the performance as they respond to the power of suggestion by exhibiting their creative talents in a natural and often hilarious way. The show demonstrates to the volunteers and to the audience the incredible resilience, creativity, and hidden talents all people possess.

Manny and the Wise Queens – Preview Night

OTC presents the first full staging of Manny and the Wise Queens by Idris Goodwin December 6 to December 22, introducing audiences to the small town of Bethlehem, U.SA., where a bright star draws distant visitors to usher in a new era one December night in 2020. The gift-bearing travelers find themselves in the attic of Manny, a depressed recent high school graduate, who has locked himself away to escape the remnants of holiday cheer in his quarantined town. Luckily, the sudden arrival of the two wise queens provides a potential key to Manny’s deliverance in this comedic celebration of home, hip-hop and unexpected gifts.

Season Subscriptions Available December 21. Single Tickets Available January 18.