“Music Man” Highlights the Power of Community
Since its Tony award winning Broadway premiere in 1957, “The Music Man” has
remained one of the most enduring musical comedies in American theatre. Over the past
50 years, this wholesome tribute to small town America has enjoyed countless regional
theatre productions, a Broadway revival, and two film adaptations.
So what keeps drawing people back to the old chestnut?
“It’s about the power of community,” says local theatre veteran Anne Marie Hunter, who
is currently directing “The Music Man” for The Western Stage (TWS). “Its knowing
when push comes to shove, people have your back.” Read more...

Czechoslovakia, Communism, & Rock ‘n’ Roll
A thought
provoking
political drama
that shows Stoppard in top form as our greatest living playwright -- with a soundtrack
that includes
Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, and The Plastic
People of the Universe. Read more...
Elegant Evening with a Down-Home Southern Flair - The Western Stage's 5th Annual Gala Benefit Performance of Footloose - October 9th!
Hosted by the Western Stage Theatre Arts Council. Support The Western Stage and its programs throughout the Salinas Valley including the Young Company and Legacy Players senior program.
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