‘The Spitfire Grill’ at Cabrillo Playhouse

Musical triumph is an inspiring celebration of fresh starts and the power of what one person can do.

From left: Shane Murphy, Jeremy Krasovic, Taylor LaBarbera, Charlie Massey, Sarah Jane Finch, Mary Price Moore. Photo courtesy of Eric Modyman

By Anne Reid

Cabrillo Playhouse will open its production of “The Spitfire Grill” this summer, bringing the acclaimed musical about redemption, forgiveness and finding home to its intimate San Clemente stage.

Based on the 1996 film by Lee David Zlotoff, “The Spitfire Grill” features music and book by James Valcq and book and lyrics by Fred Alley. After serving a five-year prison sentence for manslaughter, Percy Talbott arrives in... [ Read the full article for free here ]

‘Spitfire Grill’

Cabrillo Playhouse

When: July 10 - August 2, 2026

Where: 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, CA

Information: (949) 492-0465, www.CabrilloPlayhouse.org

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