LA CANADA PLAYHOUSE
Welcome to the La Canada Playhouse!
The Theatre Department at La Canada High School is a home for storytellers. From classic comedies to modern dramas, the students at LCHS create rich, complex characters to tell thought provoking stories that are both hilarious and heartwarming. Whether it’s the timeless work of William Shakespeare or the comedic genius of Neil Simon, our students excel at transporting audiences of all ages into the magical world of live theatre. Students enrolled in the theatre department explore a wide range of drama theories and techniques in acting, voice, movement, and technical theatre which in turn helps them craft their work into unforgettable performances.
To continue providing our students with these life changing experiences, we would like to invite you to support the La Canada Playhouse Foundation! La Canada Playhouse is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was created to fundraise for the growing needs of the program and to support the students participating in it. We would be so grateful if you were able to support the La Canada Playhouse’s 2026 - 2027 season with your tax-deductible donation!
2026 - 2027 SEASON
A La Canada Playhouse Production
RUMORS
BY NEIL SIMON
When four couples arrive at an elegant dinner party only to discover their host injured, his wife missing, and the servants nowhere to be found, an evening of celebration quickly spirals into hilarious chaos. Neil Simon’s "Rumors" is a fast-paced farce packed with misunderstandings, cover-ups, slamming doors, and increasingly outrageous attempts to keep the truth under wraps.
SEP 28 - 30, 2026 | 7 PM
A La Canada Playhouse Production
BEAU JEST
BY JAMES SHERMAN
When Sarah’s parents refuse to accept her non-Jewish boyfriend, she hires an actor to play the perfect Jewish beau. But as the charade grows increasingly complicated, unexpected feelings emerge. "Beau Jest" is a warm and witty romantic comedy about family, expectations, and finding love where you least expect it.
OCT 26 - 28, 2026 | 7 PM
A La Canada Playhouse Production
SEE HOW THEY RUN
BY PHILIP KING
In a quiet English village, a vicarage becomes the unlikely setting for an evening of mistaken identities, unexpected visitors, and escalating mayhem. With clergymen, soldiers, an escaped prisoner, and bewildered houseguests racing in and out of doors, "See How They Run" is a classic British farce filled with rapid-fire comedy and delightful confusion.
NOV 16 - 18, 2026 | 7 PM
A La Canada Playhouse Production
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
BY CHARLES DICKENS
Set on Christmas Eve in Victorian London, Scrooge is visited by four ghosts who show the cantankerous miser the error of his ways while teaching him the true meaning of Christmas. This year, we’re transforming our lobby into a Dickensian Holiday Market, filled with live music, festive treats, creative crafts, photo ops, and plenty of holiday cheer! Come 30 minutes before the show to enjoy the festivities!
DEC 8 - 12, 2026 | 7 PM
A La Canada Playhouse Production
TWELFTH NIGHT
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
After a shipwreck separates her from her twin brother, Viola disguises herself as a young man and becomes entangled in a hilarious web of mistaken identities and unrequited love. Filled with wit, romance, and mischief, Shakespeare’s "Twelfth Night" is one of his most joyful and beloved comedies.
JAN 25 - 27, 2027 | 7 PM
64 HOUR FILM FESTIVAL
A La Canada Playhouse Production
64 HOUR FILM FESTIVAL
The 64 Hour Film Festival is a high-energy, action-packed filmmaking project. Teams of students compete to make a film over a 64 hours and are screened at a premiere!
Students interested in participating, click HERE
PRODUCTION WEEKEND
JAN 29 - 31, 2027
FILM FESTIVAL SCREENING
MAR 1, 2027 | 8 PM
A La Canada Playhouse Production
DRACULA
BY BRAM STOKER
This chilling gothic thriller follows the struggle between the infamous Count and those who dare to resist his dark power, all set within the shadowy halls of his castle. Filled with eerie atmosphere, suspense, and a gripping battle of good versus evil, this faithful yet haunting adaptation brings Bram Stoker’s classic tale to life as a murder mystery steeped in terror and intrigue!
FEB 22 - 24, 2027 | 7 PM
A La Canada Playhouse Production
ANNIE
BY LIONEL BART
In Depression-era New York City, "Annie" follows a spirited young orphan whose optimism and determination lead her from a hard-knock life to an unexpected new home. Filled with beloved songs, colorful characters, and plenty of heart, this timeless musical is a joyful celebration of hope, family, and brighter days ahead.
MAR 23 - 26, 2027 | 7 PM
A La Canada Playhouse Production
SOUND OF MUSIC
BY ROGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Austrian Alps, "The Sound of Music" tells the beloved story of Maria, a free-spirited young woman who brings music and joy into the lives of the seven von Trapp children and their widowed father. Featuring some of musical theatre’s most treasured songs, this timeless classic celebrates love, courage, and the power of family.
APR 22 - 25, 2027
REACT AWARDS
A La Canada Playhouse Production
REACT AWARDS
THEATRE DEPARTMENT AWARDS
Join us at the annual REACT Awards, a night dedicated to celebrating the incredible talent of our theatre department and honoring the remarkable achievements from the school year. Experience an evening filled with excitement, recognition, and unforgettable performances. Reception to follow at the end of the awards ceremony.
MAY 1, 2027 | 8 PM
SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION
MANAGER
Hair and make up supplies and print advertising
DESIGNER
Props, scripts, and launder costumes
DIRECTOR
Paint & materials to build and maintain repertory of sets
PRODUCER
Royalty fees for productions that require licensing
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ABOUT THE FOUNDATION
In order for the LCHS Theatre Department to produce world class performances, additional funding is required beyond what the district is able to provide. Maintaining our extraordinary collection of repertory sets, scenery, and props requires lumber, molding, paint, screws, staples, wood glue, and much, much more. Likewise, the costumes in our Broadway level wardrobe shop (with over 50 complete show plots and nearly 100,000 individual pieces) need to be washed, dry cleaned, and mended after each production. And then we have show-specific expenses including royalties, expendables (like batteries for wireless mics), and advertising materials - all of which must be paid for in order to produce the shows.
This is where your support plays an important role. Your donation to the La Canada Playhouse Foundation helps directly pay for all of these expenses. With your assistance, we can continue to provide our students with the finest theatre education possible!
PARTNER PROGRAMS
La Cañada Playhouse proudly partners with summer arts programs that expand access to theatre and film education for younger students in our community. These programs introduce emerging artists to the performing arts, spark curiosity before high school, and create meaningful mentorship opportunities with LCP students and alumni.
Held on the La Cañada High School campus, Summer Acting Camp offers young performers a joyful, supportive introduction to theatre through acting, movement, improvisation, and ensemble-based storytelling. Campers build confidence, collaboration skills, and a love of the stage while being mentored by experienced teaching artists and current LCP students who serve as counselors and role models.
Also located at La Cañada High School, Summer Film Camp invites students to explore storytelling from behind the camera. Campers learn the fundamentals of screenwriting, directing, acting for film, and editing while working collaboratively to create original short films. The program provides hands-on experience and early exposure to cinematic arts, guided by industry professionals and LCP-affiliated mentors.
Hosted at LACHSA, a long-standing partner of La Cañada Playhouse, Summer Arts Conservatory offers an immersive, multi-disciplinary arts experience for students ready to explore theatre, film, music, dance, and visual arts. Open to the broader community, the conservatory bridges middle school and high school arts training while fostering mentorship, artistic exploration, and real-world creative experience.
To be, or not to be: that is the question
- William Shakespeare
