The Ovation Theatre

The Ovation Theatre Live Theatre in Downtown Bakersfield! Visit theovationtheatre.com

The Ovation Repertory Theatre is a semi-professional theater offering the community professional quality productions. We are an organization ahead of the curve, unafraid to take chances with our art to impact the community as well as push the art form of theatre in Bakersfield forward. We believe theatre is an important element of entertainment in Bakersfield and must be continued at all costs.

💙🌎 COME FROM AWAY IS SOLD OUT! 🌎💙A HUGE thank you to our incredible community and patrons for supporting this powerful p...
09/07/2026

💙🌎 COME FROM AWAY IS SOLD OUT! 🌎💙
A HUGE thank you to our incredible community and patrons for supporting this powerful piece and making this run so special.
🎟️ Didn’t get a ticket? No worries! Head to our website now and join the waitlist for your chance to see Come From Away during our FINAL WEEKEND! 🌎🍁🐠

✈️ Visit theovationtheatre.com
📍DOWNTOWN BAKERSFIELD
📸: Van's Photography Bakersfield

🚨 AUDITION NOTICE 🚨Announcing auditions for a very special Bakersfield premiere!❄️ DISNEY’S FROZEN❄️Directed by: Brittne...
09/01/2026

🚨 AUDITION NOTICE 🚨
Announcing auditions for a very special Bakersfield premiere!

❄️ DISNEY’S FROZEN❄️
Directed by: Brittnee George

⛄️ September 19 | 12PM - 4 PM: General Auditions
⛄️ September 20 | 11 AM–1 PM: General Auditions
(9AM - 11 AM: Young Elsa/ Anna)

👑 Young Elsa/ Anna: Ages 8–12
It is highly recommended that actors auditioning for these roles attend September 20, 9AM - 11AM.
*There are no other children’s roles in the production.

ABOUT THE SHOW
Frozen brings the beloved story of Anna and Elsa to life in a breathtaking stage production. When Elsa’s powers plunge Arendelle into eternal winter, Anna embarks on a journey filled with adventure, friendship, and self-discovery. Along the way, she learns that love, in all its forms, is the most powerful force of all.

✨ OVATION THEATRE EDUCATION PRESENTS ✨SESSION 1: SCRIPT TO SPOTLIGHT📅 Saturday, 5th | 10 AM–2 PM🎬 Ages 8–18⭐ Instructor:...
08/30/2026

✨ OVATION THEATRE EDUCATION PRESENTS ✨

SESSION 1: SCRIPT TO SPOTLIGHT
📅 Saturday, 5th | 10 AM–2 PM
🎬 Ages 8–18
⭐ Instructor: Brittnee George

Take your young performer from the page to the stage!

In this fun, hands-on 4-hour workshop, students will explore script analysis, character choices, scene work, vocal clarity, confidence, and emotional truth through theatre games and small-group instruction.
Students will leave with new tools and confidence to read a script, make strong choices, and bring a character to life! 🎭✨

REGISTER TODAY! 💫

COME FROM AWAY IS BACK THIS WEEKEND! 💙🌎We invite you to join us for this incredible and unforgettable true story! A powe...
08/27/2026

COME FROM AWAY IS BACK THIS WEEKEND! 💙🌎

We invite you to join us for this incredible and unforgettable true story! A powerful testament to the kindness of strangers and the strength of a community coming together. 🤝

🧳AUG 28 - SEPT 13
📍DOWNTOWN BAKERSFIELD
🎟️ theovationtheatre.com
📸: Van's Photography Bakersfield

ABOUT THE SHOW
Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 airline passengers stranded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, following the events of September 11, 2001. As the world stood still, this close-knit community opened its doors to complete strangers, offering food, shelter, and compassion in a time of uncertainty. What unfolds is a deeply human story of generosity, resilience, and the unexpected connections that can change us forever. Driven by an amazing ensemble and a moving, folk-inspired score, Come From Away captures both the humor and heartbreak of a remarkable moment in history- one that brought people together when they needed it most.

COME FROM AWAY IS BACK THIS WEEKEND! 💙🌎We invite you to join us for this incredible and unforgettable true story! A powe...
08/27/2026

COME FROM AWAY IS BACK THIS WEEKEND! 💙🌎

We invite you to join us for this incredible and unforgettable true story! A powerful testament to the kindness of strangers and the strength of a community coming together. 🤝

🧳AUG 28 - SEPT 13
📍DOWNTOWN BAKERSFIELD
🎟️ theovationtheatre.com
📸: Van's Photography Bakersfield

ABOUT THE SHOW
Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 airline passengers stranded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, following the events of September 11, 2001. As the world stood still, this close-knit community opened its doors to complete strangers, offering food, shelter, and compassion in a time of uncertainty. What unfolds is a deeply human story of generosity, resilience, and the unexpected connections that can change us forever. Driven by an amazing ensemble and a moving, folk-inspired score, Come From Away captures both the humor and heartbreak of a remarkable moment in history- one that brought people together when they needed it most.

08/22/2026

📍GANDER
Tech week into Opening weekend! Grab a ticket and you’ll be a Newfoundlander!🫎🍁

🌎COME FROM AWAY
🧳AUG 21 - SEPT 13
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🎟️ theovationtheatre.com

🌎A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO 🌎
Troupe #824
RidgeviewHS Theatre Department
Centennial Theatre
Del Oro Suns Performing Arts
Highland High School Theatre
TITAN THEATRE

Two days until opening night! 🙌🌎✈️ Tickets are selling FAST. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind musical, honoring the incredi...
08/19/2026

Two days until opening night! 🙌🌎✈️ Tickets are selling FAST. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind musical, honoring the incredible kindness and generosity of the people of Gander following the events of September 11, 2001.

🗓️ August 21–September 13
🎟️ theovationtheatre.com
📸 Lümena®
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✈️ SEE THE SHOW. SPREAD KINDNESS. YOU COULD GO TO GANDER! 🇨🇦 HOW WILL YOU PAY IT FORWARD?

The kindness is already underway! As part of our partnership with Pay it Forward 9/11 Inc. , we’re inviting our community to BE LIKE GANDER: show up for one another, lend a hand, and keep kindness moving forward.

Need an idea? Try one of these:

☕ Buy coffee or lunch for the person behind you in line.
⛽ Pay for a stranger’s gas or leave a gas gift card at the pump.
💌 Write a heartfelt note to a teacher, neighbor, coworker, healthcare worker, or first responder.
🛒 Help a senior with groceries or surprise them with a grocery-store gift card.
🍪 Deliver packaged snacks, meals, or coffee to local healthcare workers, teachers, or first responders.
🩸 Donate blood, plasma, or platelets.
💵 Give someone cash with a note inviting them to use it to brighten a stranger’s day.

Want a chance to win an entry into the Great Gander Getaway Giveaway - a national sweepstakes for an all-expense-paid trip to Gander, Newfoundland, Canada? 🇨🇦✈️ From now through 9/13, complete all four steps:

🎟️ Purchase a ticket to Come From Away
❤️ Do an act of kindness
📸 Post a photo or video of your act of kindness
🏷️ Tag Pay it Forward 9/11 Inc. and The Ovation Theatre

During our 8/21-9/13 run of Come From Away, one eligible participant will be announced before each performance as the winner of an entry ticket into the Great Gander Getaway Giveaway. Winners will be announced on social media!

OPENING NIGHT IS THIS FRIDAY! 🤩Come experience Come From Away, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical based on a true story...
08/18/2026

OPENING NIGHT IS THIS FRIDAY! 🤩
Come experience Come From Away, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical based on a true story rooted in kindness, compassion, and community. Tickets are available now! 💙🌎✈️

🗓️ August 21–September 13
🎟️ theovationtheatre.com
📸 Lümena®

ABOUT THE SHOW
Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 airline passengers stranded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, following the events of September 11, 2001. As the world stood still, this close-knit community opened its doors to complete strangers, offering food, shelter, and compassion in a time of uncertainty. What unfolds is a deeply human story of generosity, resilience, and the unexpected connections that can change us forever. Driven by an amazing ensemble and a moving, folk-inspired score, Come From Away captures both the humor and heartbreak of a remarkable moment in history- one that brought people together when they needed it most.

08/18/2026

To the ones who come from away…✈️💙

COME FROM AWAY🌎✈️🍁
Step into a remarkable true story of kindness, community, and the unexpected connections that bring us together. ❤️
🗓️ August 21–September 13
🎟️ theovationtheatre.com
📸 Lümena®

ABOUT THE SHOW
Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 airline passengers stranded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland in the wake of September 11, 2001. As the world stood still, this small community opened its doors to complete strangers, offering food, shelter, and compassion in a time of uncertainty. What unfolds is a deeply human story about generosity, resilience, and the unexpected connections that can change us forever. Come From Away captures both the humor and heartbreak of a moment that brought people together when they needed it most.

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1622 19th Street
Bakersfield, CA
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