Cygnet Theatre Will Present LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
Cygnet Theatre will present the flamboyant musical La Cage Aux Folles with book by Harvey Fierstein and Lyrics and Music by Jerry Herman. Directed by Sean Murray with musical direction by Terry O'Donnell this show runs March 11 through May 2, 2020. Opening Night for media is on Saturday, March 14 at 8:00PM.
Cygnet Theatre Presents CAMELOT For Two Nights Only
Cygnet's 2019 Summer Benefit promises to be legendary. For two nights only, the beloved Lerner and Loewe's musical Camelot comes to Cygnet Theatre for a staged concert reading. Proceeds benefit Cygnet Theatre's Artist Advocate program, which provides the financial support needed to hire the most talented artists and to pay them a meaningful wage. With book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner, music by Frederick Loewe, direction by Sean Murray and musical direction by Terry O'Donnell, the benefit takes place August 12 and 13.
BWW Review: MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT
It may seem like every news cycle brings more stress so the Cygnet Theatre in Old town invites you to 'Look on the bright side of life' with their wonderfully silly MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT, playing through August 12th.
MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT Comes to Cygnet
Billed as 'lovingly ripped off from the classic comedy film Monty Python and the Holy Grail', SPAMALOT kicks off Cygnet Theatre's sixteenth season. With book and lyrics by Monty Python actor Eric Idle, music by John Du Prez and Eric Idle, directed by Sean Murray with musical direction by Terry O'Donnell and choreography by Katie Banville, the production runs June 27 through August 5. Opening Night for media is June 30.
Cygnet Theatre Launches Season 15 with ANIMAL CRACKERS
Cygnet Theatre will launch its 15th season with the musical comedy Animal Crackers, the hallmark of the Marx Brothers lunacy, based on the 1928 Broadway hit with book by Broadway masters George S. Kaufman and Morrie Ryskind. The success of the play was followed by the film version (1930), which launched the brothers into film stardom, never again appearing on Broadway. The Marx Brothers are commonly thought to be among the greatest and most influential comedians of the 20th century.
Cygnet Theatre Presents San Diego Premiere of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
In March, a luxury train rolls into Old Town bringing nonstop laughter and mayhem. The madcap musical comedy, On the Twentieth Century, features the writing talents of Betty Comden and Adolph Greene. Original music was composed byCy Coleman, who was honored with Tony Awards for Best Original Score & Best Book (1978). This musical comedy team lent their unique comic genius and sophisticated wit to dozens of Broadway hits including On the Town and Bells are Ringing. On the Twentieth Century will be directed by Sean Murray. The production runs March 9 through April 30. Opening night for media is March 18.
Cygnet Theatre Presents San Diego Premiere of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
In March, a luxury train rolls into Old Town bringing nonstop laughter and mayhem. The madcap musical comedy, On the Twentieth Century, features the writing talents of Betty Comden and Adolph Greene. Original music was composed byCy Coleman, who was honored with Tony Awards for Best Original Score & Best Book (1978). This musical comedy team lent their unique comic genius and sophisticated wit to dozens of Broadway hits including On the Town and Bells are Ringing. On the Twentieth Century will be directed by Sean Murray. The production runs March 9 through April 30. Opening night for media is March 18.
Cygnet Theatre's Season 14 to Feature GYPSY, ON THE 20TH CENTURY & More
Every season must reflect the mission of the company and for the past 13 years, Sean Murray has crafted uniquely Cygnet seasons that reflect the commitment to 'startle the soul, embrace diversity and ignite debate.' This year is no exception. The seven productions in Season 14 range from the traditional to the avant-garde and include two musical theatre classics, a two-show repertory by a Pulitzer prize-winning playwright, the return of a holiday favorite and two contemporary works sure to shock and amaze.