‘Bye Bye Birdie’ at La Habra Depot

Phantom Projects Theatre Puts on a Very Happy Face

Bruno A. Satalino and the ensemble of Bye Bye Birdie. Photo courtesy of The Phantom Projects Theatre

by Anne Reid

Rock-and-roll fever is set to sweep through Phantom Projects Theatre at La Habra Depot as “Bye Bye Birdie,” one of Broadway’s most beloved musical comedies, arrives with laughs, lively dance numbers and timeless charm.

Directed and choreographed by Alan M-L Wager, the Tony Award-winning musical follows the chaos that erupts when rock-and-roll teen idol Conrad Birdie is drafted into the Army. Before leaving for military service, Birdie plans one final publicity stunt: visiting the small town of Sweet Apple, Ohio, to kiss a teenage fan goodbye on national television. The stunt throws Sweet Apple into chaos as parents panic, teenagers swoon and Birdie’s handlers scramble to keep everything..... [ Read the full article here ]

‘Bye Bye Birdie’

Phantom Projects Theatre

When: June 5 - 21, 2026

Where: La Habra Depot, 311 S. Euclid St, La Habra

Information: (714) 690-2900,  thephantomprojectstheatre.com

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