Apr 26 Friday
Danee, a non-binary high-schooler, embarks on a journey of self-discovery to reconnect with their Pilipino heritage. Raised in isolation from Pilipino culture due to their mother Marinel's secretive past before immigrating to the United States, Danee's exploration reopens generational and cultural wounds, straining their relationship. Meanwhile, Danee's best friend, Kelly, helps them along the way as they grapple with their own hidden struggles stemming from a strict Catholic upbringing. Their exploration together leads to more unexpected revelations. Will both Danee and Marinel learn to confront their connections with Pilipino culture and identity, or will the secrets tear them further apart?Pilipino cultural nights (PCNs) are not just specific to Cal Poly. They are a cultural phenomenon born out of the identity crisis of incoming Filipinx-American college students in the 70s-80s--yearly productions celebrating Pilipino history and culture which represent the richness of the Filipinx-American experience. They are opportunities to learn and explore the stories of those who came and trail blazed before us! We put in the work to learn about our own history, which is rarely ever taught in schools, through the performing arts, typically including singing, dancing, and a theatrical script. PCNs showcase the richness of Pilipinx culture to other Filipinx-Americans and the greater communities around us.Friday, April 26 & Saturday, April 27 @ 7:00 PM
Coastal Youth Theater presents Little Mermaid Jr. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home—and her fins—behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking.Performance times vary. See the clarkcenter.org website for the complete schedule.
May 03 Friday
A blistering satire that slices through the “story” of Thanksgiving. In this play by Larissa Fasthorse, good intentions collide with absurd assumptions in this wickedly funny satire, as a troupe of well-meaning, but hilariously misguided teaching artists scramble to create a school pageant that can somehow celebrate both Turkey Day and Native American Heritage Month.
May 04 Saturday
May 09 Thursday
Shakesperience is a series of multiple intimate and site-specific Shakespearean scenes, with interactions taking place in or around different vehicles. This interactive experience has pairs of audience members moving from location to location to experience the best of Shakespeare. Audience members will be ushered around the Cuesta College campus to experience a drama, thriller, farce, or comedy—performed inches away from their seats. Five minutes later, a new story begins unfolding....This is a unique and limited engagement with 16 seats available per performance for 4 days only:May 9 at 7:00 pm and 9:00 pmMay 10 at 7:00 pm and 9:00 pmMay 11 at 1:30, 3:30, 7:00 and 9:00 pmMay 12 at 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm.
“It starts…the episode starts with Bart getting letters saying: ‘I’m going kill you Bart.’” A group of strangers come together and reconstruct a storyline of an episode from "The Simpsons," entirely from memory. Over 75 years, this simple act evolves into new traditions of storytelling and performance that attempt to preserve the things we remember. From myth, to ritual, to religion, Mr. Burns explores the communal impulse to make sense during the most senseless of times and showcase our essential and primal human instincts to survive. Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 8 to 10 pm.Sunday 2 to 4 pm.
May 10 Friday
The charming 60-minute musical, designed for middle school-aged performers, is based on the beloved 2003 Pixar film Finding Nemo. This show is a collaboration between Mesa and Judkins Middle School students and directed by Marcia Geyer.Friday, May 10 at 7:00 pmSaturday, May 11 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Cambria Center for the Arts presents "Seeing Stars" May 10 and 11 at 7 pm performed and written by Steve Budd.Ever wish that someone you love would change overnight? Be careful what you wish for! At 31, Steve moves back in with his parents. He's always wished his father were different. Less distant. Less gruff. More alive. More engaged. Easier to connect with. Well…Steve is in for a surprise. Based on a true story, “Seeing Stars” is a heartfelt and hilarious exploration of family dysfunction, mental illness, and a man's desire to connect with his dad.