‘The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe’ at Alchemy Theatre Company

A Whimsical Reminder of the Power of Books, Hope and Forgiveness

From Left, Emma Hansen, Vihaan Sammi, Troy Whiteley, Maria Wang, Sam Aguirre. Photo courtesy of Katelyn Abaya

by Shannon Cudd

Growing up isn’t easy, especially when the fate of Narnia, a magical alternate universe, is at stake. This is the very predicament the four Pevensie siblings find themselves in while staying in the countryside.

Bibliophiles will recognize the central conflict of C.S. Lewis’ classic novel “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.” Since their performance space is located right next to the Yorba Linda Library, Alchemy Theatre Company is proud to bring this beloved book from the page to the stage. Both director Kathleen Switzer and producer Hannah Schill fondly remember reading it during their... [ Read the full article for free here ]

‘The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe’

Alchemy Theatre Company

When: September 18 - 27, 2026

Where: Yorba Linda Cultural Arts Center, 4802 Lakeview Ave, Yorba Linda, CA

Information: (909) 896-0676, AlchemyTheatre.com

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