What's Hitting the Stage in March

March brings an exciting mix of comedy, drama, musicals, and new works to stages across Orange County. Whether you’re looking for a beloved musical, a sharp comedy, or a thought-provoking new play, there’s something for every theatre lover this month.

At Alchemy Theatre, audiences can experience Big Fish, the heartwarming musical about storytelling, family, and the larger-than-life adventures of Edward Bloom.

Cabrillo Playhouse presents the witty British comedy The Cottage, a fast-paced tale of secrets, affairs, and scandal set in the English countryside.

At Chance Theater, The Messenger explores faith, community, and the ways we connect with one another in a contemporary story filled with humor and humanity.

Fans of classic musicals will enjoy You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown at Electric Company Theatre, bringing Charles Schulz’s beloved Peanuts characters to life with charm and heart.

Irvine Theater Company presents Disconnected: The Stories We Stand to Lose…, an original work reflecting on the stories, memories, and connections that shape who we are.

At Laguna Playhouse, theatre lovers can catch The Shark Is Broken, the acclaimed behind-the-scenes comedy about the turbulent filming of the classic movie Jaws.

Newport Theatre Arts Center presents the Tony Award–winning play The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, a visually inventive and moving story told through the perspective of a brilliant young man navigating a mysterious world.

At No Square Theatre, the musical comedy I Love My Wife offers a humorous and sometimes provocative look at relationships, marriage, and changing social norms.

Ophelia’s Jump Productions brings audiences In the Green, a haunting and powerful musical centered on the early life of Hildegard von Bingen.

At Rose Center Theatre, the beloved musical Fiddler on the Roof returns to the stage with its timeless story of family, faith, and tradition.

South Coast Repertory offers two powerful plays this month: Yasmina Reza’s biting comedy God of Carnage and Edward Albee’s iconic drama Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

At The Wayward Artist, JUICE: A 10-Minute Play Festival showcases a dynamic lineup of short plays by emerging and established playwrights.

Westminster Community Playhouse presents the farcical comedy Leading Ladies, a crowd-pleasing romp full of mistaken identities and outrageous antics.

And at Whittier Community Theatre, Noel Coward’s Waiting in the Wings offers a witty and touching portrait of retired actresses sharing life in a theatrical retirement home. Visit our home page where you'll find direct links to ticketing as well as promo offers from Alchemy Theatre, Chance Theater, The Larking House, and Curtis Theatre!

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About this post, and how to participate:

• A new Program Insert is posted by the first Monday of each month.

• Participating organizations must print and include the most current Program Insert inside their selected show programs

• All organizations are limited to promoting a maximum of two of their shows that have performances during the current month. It is to their discretion which shows are included in the insert.

• If an organization does not have a show running during the current month, then they may promote one upcoming show.

• Producers must understand that failure to include Program Inserts in their selected show programs may disqualify their organization from participating in the future.

• Participating organizations must be a current OC Theatre Guild Organizational Member in good standing.