“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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