The Department of Theatre Arts at Saddleback College is thrilled to present A Charlie Brown Christmas by Charles M. Schulz on December 5-13 in the Studio Theatre at Saddleback College.
This holiday play with music is based on the beloved annual television special including the classic song “Christmas Time is Here” and the music of Vince Guaraldi.
Its Christmas season, and Charlie Brown is depressed. He confides in Linus this fact, citing his dismay with the over-commercialization of Christmas. His depression and aggravation only get exacerbated by the goings-on in the neighborhood.
Directed by Olivia Trevino with accompaniment by Lex Leigh, this holiday treat is perfect for the whole family.
Dates: December 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 at 7:30 p.m.; December 13, 14 at 2:30 pm. On December 6th and 7th at 12:30 & 2:30 p.m., a special $5 rate is offered to those who also purchase a ticket to A Feast of Lights (December 5-7). Tickets can be purchased by calling (949) 582-4656 (noon-4 Tuesday-Friday) and online at www.saddleback.edu/arts. Prices are $15 general; $10 students/seniors.
The Department of Theatre Arts program at Saddleback College produces several fully-staged shows each year. All students are given the opportunity to audition for every production yet Theatre Arts students are given priority in the casting process. In addition there are numerous opportunities for students to contribute in backstage activities through the Entertainment and Theater Technology program.
Saddleback College is located at 28000 Marguerite Pkwy in Mission Viejo, just east of Interstate 5 at the Avery Parkway exit. Free parking is available in Lot 12. Take Avery Parkway to Marguerite Parkway turn left to the third traffic light, which is Saddleback’s Marguerite entrance. Turn right into the campus and take the third left to Theatre Circle, turning right into Lot 12.
Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College provides quality higher education and training to the greater south Orange County community. Having served more than 500,000 students since 1968, Saddleback College offers over 300 degree and certificate programs to help students reach their personal, career, and educational goals. For more information, please visit www.saddleback.edu and for Fine Arts information, please visit www.saddleback.edu/arts.
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Photographer: Tim Swiss
(left to right): Jonathan Darby, David Patrick Vera
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Nina Welch
Fine Arts Public Information Officer
Saddleback College
28000 Marguerite Parkway
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
www.saddleback.edu/arts
