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Jenna Wadsworth McCarty makes a new piece of art onstage while telling the story of becoming an artist in her solo show, “Emergence: First Flight.”
She weaves her story with art, song and poetry as she frees herself to discover her purpose and place.

“Emergence: First Flight” is dramatic, lyrical, and delves deep to enlighten.

“Emergence: First Flight” is ultimately a story that lifts the audience.

Original songs, poetry, and visual arts captivate, while a new piece of art is created during each performance. Written and performed by Jenna Wadsworth McCarty.

Join us for an intimate and casual performance in Lehmann Hall.
A new chamber music curriculum pairing fellows with Academy artists for intensive coaching results in five unique evening concerts. Each event stars the fellows in a curated program of full-length masterworks to music of the 21st century.

As a part of the experience, guests are invited to enjoy complimentary wine courtesy of Grassini Family Vineyards & Piedrasassi during the performance.

When Jeff, a charming young security guard, is drawn into a local murder investigation, loyalties are strained to the breaking point. Jeff’s tightly wound supervisor is called to bear witness in criminal trial involving his troubled brother. Meanwhile, an attractive rookie cop finds she must stand up to her seasoned but morally suspect partner. Truth, honor and duty becomes elusive, and justice proves costly in this comedic and insightful drama.

Lobby Hero, directed by Cate Caplin, will run for five weekends on the Main Stage from July 8 – August 7, 2022, with Friday and Saturday evening performances at 8pm, and Sunday matinees at 2pm. There will also be a special Thursday night performance on August 4 at 8pm.

Renowned playwright Jerry Mayer turned 90 on September 5, 2021, his pen and wit sharp as ever. Currently developing his 11th play, he took time out to revisit the acclaimed musical he wrote with son Steve. Now, the Santa Monica Playhouse premiere of this brand-new incarnation of the riotous and poignant musical has been extended, July 23 through August 28, just in time to celebrate Jerry’s 91st birthday and the one-year-anniversary of the musical!

From the hilarious Role Reversal Tango to the tongue-firmly-in-cheek tribute to the not-so-firm Upper Arms of the over 60s set, to the heart-wrenching Whatever Happened to Our Love Song, the Mayer team’s brilliance shines brightly on the trials and tribulations of “aging” - lovingly dissected, shredded, massaged and put back together again, through the eyes of three married couples – Jewish, Italian, Irish - who have known each other for over 35 years. It’s time for a renewal of vows. But much has changed…perhaps too much? Will all three couples make it to the altar again? Only time, and the Mayer team, will tell.

“LIES” plays Saturdays at 7:00pm, Sunday matinees at 2:30pm, EXTENDED July 23 through August 20 only.

Santa Monica Playhouse programs are supported in part by generous grants from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture, the City of Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Arts Commission, the Ahmanson Foundation, the Rotary Club Foundation, and Playhouse PALS.

Produced through special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc.

Led by Mark H. Lawrence (Jun 22, Jul 11), Nitzan Haroz (Jul 20) & Weston Sprott (Jul 28)
Public masterclasses have been at the heart of the Academy experience since its inception
Cheer on the fellows and learn more about the music and the art of performance.

Led by Academy artist Julie Landsman
Public masterclasses have been at the heart of the Academy experience since its inception
Cheer on the fellows and learn more about the music and the art of performance.

Led by Alan Stepansky (Jun 30, Jul 21) & David Geber (Jul 12, Jul 28)
Public masterclasses have been at the heart of the Academy experience since its inception
Cheer on the fellows and learn more about the music and the art of performance.

Led by Mosher guest artist and alumna, soprano Susanna Phillips
Public masterclasses have been at the heart of the Academy experience since its inception
Cheer on the fellows and learn more about the music and the art of performance.

Led by Academy artist Eugene Izotov
Public masterclasses have been at the heart of the Academy experience since its inception
Cheer on the fellows and learn more about the music and the art of performance.

Celebrate iconic hallmarks of the agricultural heritage in Ventura County at this popular and free public event! Attendees will enjoy a vintage tractor display by the Topa Topa Flywheelers, music by Illunis, a petting zoo, kids crafts & carnival games, a plant giveaway by UC Master Gardeners, food trucks, and admission to the Agriculture Museum exhibits and garden!

Enjoy…

Vintage Tractor Display by the Topa Topa Flywheelers
Music by Illunis
Petting Zoo
Kids Crafts & Carnival Games
Plant Giveaway by UC Master Gardeners
Food Trucks