OACT’s 85th Anniversary Season:
DOORWAYS TO
DRAMATIC WORLDS
Prepare to cross the threshold into a diverse world of captivating theatrics…
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At A Glance
Tickets NOW ON SALE for “Deer”,
a bloody comedy where love and hate collide… click here!
Adult Language/Themes
Cash is recommended when buying tickets at the door
2 FOR 1 CLOSING WEEKEND SPECIAL!
Get two tickets for the price of one on
FRIDAY, APRIL 19TH and SATURDAY APRIL 20TH
when you purchase tickets at the door!
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2025 Theatrical Season Submissions
Do you want to help bring compelling stories to life on the OACT stage?
The Ojai Art Center Theater is now accepting submissions for our 2025 season!
If you have a compelling play or musical you want to see take the stage,
here’s your chance to lend your voice. Learn more here!
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Ojai ACT Artistic Director, Tracey Williams Sutton, Given
“Distinguished Merit Award” by AACT
Read more about Sutton, her achievements, and the award here!
FINAL WEEKEND
DEER
by Aaron Mark
Directed by David Henderson
Weekends, March 29th – April 21st
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM, Sundays at 2:00 PM
Upper West Side empty nesters Ken and Cynthia hit a deer while driving to
their weekend house in the Poconos. Cynthia tries desperately to nurse
the dead animal back to life as Ken fights for his first weekend alone with his wife
in twenty-five years. As their lifeless, bloody new pet takes over their lives,
Ken and Cynthia will either rekindle their love or kill each other.
Deer is a grisly play about normal people who snap.
CLOSING WEEKEND SPECIAL:
For the first two days of this closing weekend, Friday and Saturday, we are offering
a 2 FOR 1 discount on tickets! Buy your tickets at the door to get this special discount.
This does not include Sunday, April 21st, which is our closing performance. Please be
aware that cash is preferred when buying tickets at the door. Thank you!
Adult Language/Themes
See our calendar below for a visual representation
of our show dates, then buy your tickets for Deer below!
Season ticket reservations can be made at our ticketing link.
For further information such as special pricing, box office info, location,
parking, accessibility and more, please read our FAQ here.
Reviews
Read reviews on our news page here!
See audience feedback here!
Watch the KEYT segment and article here!
A Look Ahead
DOORWAYS TO DRAMATIC WORLDS:
Celebrate Shows Both Classic and Contemporary
During Our 85th Anniversary Season!
Prepare to cross the threshold into a diverse world of captivating theatrics.
Step through our doors, as others have for over eight decades, to experience
the laughter and passion of live theater. Immerse yourself in a multitude of past, present,
and future narratives, both hidden gems and timeless classics, knowing you’re in capable hands-
we’ve been entertaining Ojai Valley since 1939, and look forward to many more years ahead!
“Meteor Shower”
By Steve Martin
DIRECTED BY BRIAN ROBERT HARRIS
JANUARY 26TH – FEBRUARY 18TH
COMPLETE! See reviews for Meteor Shower here.
🌟 “Deer” 🌟
By Aaron Mark
DIRECTED BY DAVID HENDERSON
MARCH 29TH – APRIL 21ST
CLOSING THIS WEEKEND! Buy tickets here.
“Spamalot”
By Eric Idle and John du Prez
DIRECTED BY ANDREW EIDEN
JUNE 21ST – JULY 21ST
WE ARE ALSO PLEASED TO PRESENT A BENEFIT OF ONE ACTS IN MAY
TO HELP PRESERVE OUR THEATER!
DIRECTED BY STEVE GRUMETTE
MAY 3RD – MAY 19TH
Please note: This benefit is not a part of our theatrical season, and will not be included in the season ticket.
Exact performances times will be provided as tickets go on sale for each individual show,
along with a visual calendar. Thank you for understanding!
“The Crucible”
By Arthur Miller
DIRECTED BY ROSIE GORDON
SEPTEMBER 27TH – OCTOBER 20TH
“It’s a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play”
By Joe Landry
DIRECTED BY GAI LAING JONES
DECEMBER 6TH – DECEMBER 22ND
For intimate details on each production, click here!
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Get theater and sponsored event discounts, voting rights, and much more –
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Make a tax-deductible donation, make a difference in your community –
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