theater

Live theater is experiencing growth on the Central Coast, with attendance in San Luis Obispo County increasing by 20% over the past decade, according to the San Luis Obispo County Arts Council. The sold-out performances of "Million Dollar Quartet" at the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre (SLO Rep) reflect this trend, demonstrating a strong demand for live theatrical experiences.

The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville has been a cultural mainstay of the Central Coast for nearly 50 years. Known for its lively performances and deep community connections, the theater offers an unforgettable experience that keeps audiences coming back year after year.

Tonight, KCBX in Concert will air the world premiere of “The Ballad of Panwalla,” a radio play by Arroyo Grande composer Garry Eister. It’s the story of a treasure-seeking cowboy presented in the style of a melodrama.

The City of Guadalupe secured a 4.9 million dollar grant from the federal government to reconstruct the historic Royal Theater.

It was built, owned and operated by Japanese Americans in the 1940s. Locals and the City of Guadalupe consider it to be historically significant to that community.

$300,000 of redevelopment funding is being used to upgrade King City High School’s historic Robert Stanton Theater.Now discussions are underway to secure…

The California Department of Public Health released new guidelines for outdoor seated live events and performances that went into effect April 1.The new…

The Cal Poly Theatre Department is exploring a new type of storytelling that’s meant for this moment in time. The experimental production called Shelter…

Last spring the pandemic brought the world - and the performing arts - to a halt. But after months with the lights out, innovation, patience and…

The performing arts industry is taking a huge hit during the COVID-19 crisis, without much direction for an eventual reopening.For many businesses right…