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THE LATEST FROM BERKELEY PLAYHOUSE
Summer of Wonka 2012 Camps Now Enrolling!

With Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory on our mainstage, our summer camps promise to be choc-full of musical theatre delights! We have one to four week camps throughout the summer with grades ranging from pre-school through rising 6th graders. The Summer Term runs from June 18 to August 26, 2012. Inspired by Click here to read more…

Youth Auditions January 26 – February 9: Audition for Wonka, Planet Z and More!

Audition registration is now available for youth roles in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, our Spring teen show Return to Planet Z and our summer conservatory shows: The Little Mermaid Jr and Into the Woods.

We have audition opportunities for those entering grades 3 and up, but slots fill quickly, so register today!

Click here for more information and to register!

Spring 2012 Classes (March 26-June 9) Registration Open Now!

The Spring MakeBelievers and TheatreLab Level 1 and 2 classes, inspired by our spring mainstage production of Lucky Duck are now open for enrollment!  Students ages 3 and up have the opportunity to delve deeper into their love for theatre, and build skills in acting, singing, movement and performance. Classes are held at the Julia Morgan Center for the Arts on College Avenue in Berkeley. Classes will include Click here to read more…

Become a Subscriber! Save $40-$50 over season and get 1 show FREE

Our scintillating season continues with a post-atomic, rocked-up version of the comic opera (Pirates of Penzance), the cool of an ultra-modern musical (Lucky Duck), and the fun familiarity of a favorite book (Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory)!  Subscribe to the 3 shows and save up to 40% including fees on all tickets.  Plus get a 4th ticket to a Conservatory show FREE with each subscription! Click here to read about our season and purchase the sweetest deals yet!

Please read this personal appeal from Artistic Director, Elizabeth McKoy

Dear Friends of Berkeley Playhouse,

I know that many of you have given generously to us throughout the year, and like me, you are deluged with numerous requests for heartfelt funding appeals. So you might be asking why does Berkeley Playhouse, a company who handsomely produces spectacular shows and education programs, need your limited donor funds? It may be surprising to learn that only 30% of what the Playhouse needs to survive comes from ticket sales and fees. And only Click here to read more…

Holiday Gift Giving – Why Not Playhouse Gift Certificates?

Did you know that Berkeley Playhouse offers gift certificates in any amount for purchase at the theatre or online? What a great way to show someone you care this holiday season than to share the magic of live theatre.  Your recipient can use the certificate towards a season subscription, seats for a show (there are at least nine to choose from next year), a class or merchandise.   All you need is your Click here to read more…

“Grease” On Stage this Weekend! (Jan 27-29) Cast List and Roles

Join us in a gum-snapping, hip-shaking, hot-rockin’ musical about love and friendship in the 50’s!

School’s back from summer and the senior class is gathering for their final year at Rydell High. As head “greaser” Danny Zuko and new (good) girl Sandy Dumbrowski relive the romance of their “Summer Nights” it becomes clear that both need to change their perspective!  Sassy, funny – evocative and provocative, this infectious musical showcases all Click here to read more…

Winter 2012 Session (Jan 9-Mar 26, 2012) up and running

The Winter TheatreLab and One-Act classes, inspired by our winter mainstage production of The Pirates of Penzance are now open for enrollment!  Students ages 3 and up have the opportunity to delve deeper into their love for theatre, and build skills in acting, singing, movement and performance. Classes are held at the Click here to read more…