La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts

Industry Pro Newsletter: Leadership Shakeups Across the Country + Heidi Schreck Honored
by Alex Freeman - Jun 22, 2026

This week's newsletter is packed with leadership news, as theaters across the country — from San Francisco's Magic Theatre to Manhattan Theatre Club to the Cape Playhouse — announced new appointments and restructured their teams. We've also got honors for Heidi Schreck and Cate Blanchett, plus a reminder that the 17th Annual Jimmy Awards stream live from the Minskoff Theatre tonight!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 16, 2026- CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY Will Play Final Broadway Performance and More
by - Jun 16, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  June 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 

La Mirada Theatre Names Jason Daunter New Theatre Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2026

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has named Jason Daunter as its new Theatre Director. Mr. Daunter’s responsibilities include planning, organizing, and managing all aspects of the theatre, its rehearsal hall, and the staff.

Review: ANASTASIA - THE MUSICAL Enchants at La Mirada Theatre
by Michael Quintos - Jun 11, 2026

I'll say this now: this Summer's most beguiling, most enchanting theatrical surprise is perhaps the brand new, gorgeously opulent regional production of ANASTASIA - THE MUSICAL, now on stage at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through June 20, 2026. A visual stunner punctuated by remarkable musicality and an impressive acting ensemble, this epically-staged, winningly triumphant local iteration is an impressive presentation, from its thrilling technical aspects and grandiose (yet still grounded) storytelling to its superb, talent-bursting cast led by a fierce star turn by Lena Ceja in the title role that audiences will remember for a long time.

KIM'S CONVENIENCE & More Lead Los Angeles' Summer 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2026

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Summer 2026 include Kim's Convenience and more.

Dillon Klena Takes on Dmitry in ANASTASIA at La Mirada Theatre
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026

Dillon Klena has been cast as Dmitry in La Mirada Theatre's upcoming production of ANASTASIA, the musical based on the beloved story of the Russian grand duchess.

Photos: First Look At ANASTASIA At La Mirada Theatre
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 6, 2026

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment started their preview performances of a gorgeous new production of ANASTASIA, book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Check out the photos!

Interview: Dillon Klena of ANASTASIA at La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts
by Melissa Heckscher - Jun 2, 2026

Derek Klena talks to BroadwayWorld about playing the role of Dmitry in ANASTASIA at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts—a role his brother originated on Broadway.

RED to Close Out the Season at Laguna Playhouse with Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026

Laguna Playhouse will present RED, John Logan's Tony Award-winning two-character drama about painter Mark Rothko, directed by J. Scott Lapp, starring Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez to close its 2025-2026 season.

Video: Watch La Mirada Theatre's ANASTASIA Star Lena Ceja Perform 'Journey to the Past'
by Michael Major - May 21, 2026

La Mirada Theatre has released new video footage of Lena Ceja rehearsing 'Journey to the Past' from their upcoming production of Anastasia. The production features Dillon Klena as Dmitry, a role first played on Broadway by his brother Derek Klena.

ANASTASIA Casting Set At La Mirada Theatre; Dillon Klena To Play Role Originated By Brother Derek Klena
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026

Dillon Klena, whose brother Derek originated the role on Broadway, will play Dmitry in La Mirada Theatre and McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of ANASTASIA, alongside Lena Ceja and Suzanna Guzmán.

Interview: Adrianna Rose Lyons of MEAN GIRLS at La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts
by Melissa Heckscher - Apr 19, 2026

Mira Costa sophomore Emery Gregory, who plays Regina George in the school’s production of “Mean Girls,” interviews Adrianna Rose Lyons, starring as the queen bee in McCoy Rigby Entertainment’s “Mean Girls” at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, running through May 3.

Review: Revamped MEAN GIRLS Musical Debuts at La Mirada Theatre
by Michael Quintos - Apr 15, 2026

Now having its Southern California regional production, MEAN GIRLS - THE MUSICAL continues performances at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through May 3, 2026. Produced by McCoy Rigby Entertainment, this fun, high-energy, youthfully-targeted new iteration of the 2018 stage adaptation of Tina Fey’s beloved 2004 film comedy looks and feels like a brand new show—boosted by impressive new visuals and a highly-caffeinated ensemble whose enthusiasm and verve is quite infectious. A dazzling, entertaining show with high-caliber polish, La Mirada's production is a slick, electrically-charged iteration that is a worthwhile new chapter in the show’s evolution.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, HAIRSPRAY and More Set for La Mirada 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026

La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts has unveiled its 2026/2027 season of shows! The season will feature a new productin of Little Shop of Horrors, Hairspray, and more.

Exclusive: First Look at MEAN GIRLS at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
by Gillian Blum - Apr 11, 2026

Take a first look at exclusive production photos from Mean Girls at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, which runs April 11 through May 3, 2026.

THE MAN WHO ATE TIME Will Debut at Hudson Theater in Los Angeles
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2026

THE MAN WHO ATE TIME, an interactive trans poetry play, will premiere on April 1 at the Hudson Theater in Los Angeles, featuring an all-trans cast and immersive theatrical elements.

Bucks County Playhouse Names BT McNicholl as Producing Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026

Bucks County Playhouse has appointed director, producer and arts leader BT McNicholl as the organization’s new Producing Artistic Director. McNicholl will assume his role as producing artistic director beginning summer 2026.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 17, 2026- First Look At HADESTOWN's New Leads and More
by - Mar 17, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  March 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Full Cast Set for MEAN GIRLS Regional Premiere at La Mirada
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2026

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment have revealed full casting for the Southern California regional theatre premiere of Mean Girls, book by Tina Fey.

Interview: SoCal's Leianna Weaver Talks Lydia, Ghosts, and BEETLEJUICE
by Melissa Heckscher - Mar 11, 2026

Southern California native Leianna Weaver speaks with BroadwayWorld about what it felt like to land the role of Lydia Deetz in BEETLEJUICE, how she relates to the character, and some onstage mishaps (that may or may not have involved fire).