The Ojai Art Center is a community hub for the arts, with a Theater Branch that has yearly theatrical seasons and several one-of-a-kind events, celebrations, readings, and more. Come see a show, lend a hand backstage, or shine on stage in one of our productions!
Our 2025 Theatrical Season:
A Season of Unique and Award-Winning Shows
Presented as a Branch of the Ojai Art Center
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Annie
Weekends, December 5th – 21st, 2025
Educating Rita
Auditions Nov. 1st and 2nd
Tom Lehrer Tribute Show
Sunday, November 2nd at 3:00 PM
Amanda McBroom and Douglas Ladnier – Our Favorite Things
Friday, November 21st at 7:30 PM
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Ojai Art Center:
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Our 2026 Theatrical Season is here!
Annie
Book by Thomas Meehan
Music by Charles Strouse
Lyrics by Martin Charnin
Directed by Gai Jones
Weekends, December 5th – 21st, 2025
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM,
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM
Annie has endured as one of Broadway’s most beloved stories. Set during the Great Depression, we follow optimistic young heroine Annie as she escapes her horrible life in a New York city orphanage, finding a new home with billionaire Oliver Warbucks. She meets unforgettable characters, outsmarts her scheming warden, and reminds everyone that brighter days lie ahead. With its heart and humor, as well as iconic songs like “Tomorrow” and “It’s the Hard-Knock Life,” Annie proves that hope and spirit never go out of style.
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW! They can be purchased online, at the door on the performance night, over the phone at 805-640-8797, or by emailing Herb@ojaiact.org to make your reservations! Doors open at 6:45 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, and 1:15 PM on Sundays.
For information such as special pricing, parking,
accessibility and more, please read our FAQ by clicking here.
Additional parking for this production is available in the parking lot across the street from the Center for $5
Tom Lehrer Tribute Show
A special one-night-only event on Sunday, November 2nd at 3:00 PM with showman Gale McNeeley!
Amanda McBroom and Douglas Ladnier – Our Favorite Things
Amanda and Doug will sing Broadway, pop, iconic pieces, and more as a benefit for the proliferation of the Ojai Art Center. Join us on Friday, November 21st at 7:30 PM! Tickets are available now.
Presenting Our 2026 Theatrical Season
We have finalized our 2026 Theatrical Season! We have a lineup of shows whose stories are rooted in the growth, challenges, and journeys life will take us on. Here’s our lineup for next year:
EDUCATING RITA
by Willy Russell
Directed by Steve Grumette
Produced by Anna Kotula
January 23 – February 15
THE CEMETERY CLUB
by Ivan Menchell
Directed by Sindy McKay
Produced by Jill Dolan
March 27 – April 19
COMPANY
by Stephen Sondheim & George Furth
Directed by David Henderson
Artistic Production by Tracey Williams Sutton
Produced by Herb Hemming
June 12 – July 12
SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL: JUNIOR
by Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty
Directed by Gai Jones
July 31st – August 9
OUR TOWN
by Thornton Wilder
Directed by evan austin
Assistant Directed by Andrew Eiden
Produced by Len Klaif
September 25th – October 18th
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER: THE MUSICAL
by Jahanna Beecham & Malcolm Hillgartner
Directed by Hayley Beth Silvers
Musical Direction by Steven Silvers
Assistant Directed Produced by Gai Jones
December 4th – December 20th
We will announce our theme and present season ticket sales shortly- keep your eyes out for more!
Take in a season of Unique and Classic shows that have collected Awards and Acclaim!
Welcome to a season where the extraordinary becomes reality, where each production promises to transport you into captivating new worlds.
We are honored to present our star-studded lineup – acclaimed shows that have enthralled audiences and garnered prestigious recognition.
Agnes of God – Complete!
By John Pielmeier
DIRECTED BY BRIAN ROBERT HARRIS
JANUARY 24TH – FEBRUARY 16TH
Crimes of the Heart – Complete!
By Beth Henley
DIRECTED BY SINDY MCKAY
MARCH 28TH – APRIL 20TH
Young Frankenstein – Complete!
By Mel Brooks & Thomas Meehan
DIRECTED BY JOHN MEDEIROS
JUNE 20TH – JULY 20TH
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors – Complete!
By Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen
DIRECTED BY KIMBERLY DEMMARY
SEPTEMBER 26TH – OCTOBER 19TH
🌟Annie🌟
By Charles Strouse, Martin Charnin & Thomas Meehan
DIRECTED BY GAI LAING JONES
DECEMBER 5TH – DECEMBER 21ST
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113 S. Montgomery Street
Ojai, CA 93023
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