Presented as the Theater Branch of the Ojai Art Center
We are OACT, a community theatre located in the “Valley of the Moon,” Ojai, CA!
OACT (the Ojai Art Center Theater) is a branch of the Ojai Art Center, a community hub for the arts whose Theater Branch has an annual selection shows performed throughout the year. We also host several one-of-a-kind events, celebrations, readings, and more.
Come see a show, lend a hand behind the scenes, or shine on stage in one of our productions!
Our 2026 Theatrical Season:
Seasons of Change
Presenting stories rooted in growth, challenges, and all of life’s journeys.
Discount tickets are available for students, seniors, and Art Center members!
OACT Show Archive OACT Slade Library
Auditions
Email Herb@ojaiact.org for questions and to make reservations.
Tickets can also be purchased online, at the door, over the phone at 805-640-8797
The Ojai Art Center Main Site:
Seussical the Musical Junior
Weekends, July 31st – August 9th, 2026
Tickets available now!
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Our Town
by Thornton Wilder
Auditions July 18th and 19th!
Information now available- roles for adults and youths
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My Life In Song
An afternoon with showman Gale McNeeley, and pianist Paul Marszalkowski
Sunday, August 30th at 4:00 PM
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Thank you for seeing and supporting Company! Read and watch reviews here:
Review of OACT’s Company by Vivian Latham
OVN Review:
VCR Review:
OVN Interview:
Seussical the Musical Junior
By Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty
Directed by Gai Jones
Weekends, July 31st – August 9th, 2026
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00 PM
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM
Presented by the Youth Branch of the Ojai Art Center
Art by Haley Culliton, Layout by Anna Kotula
Step into the colorful and imaginative world of Seussical the Musical Jr., where the beloved stories of Dr. Seuss come to life in one unforgettable adventure. Join a young boy named Jojo who conjures up a fantastical world where the Cat in the Hat brings together the stories of Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, and the Whos of Whoville! Come on a magical journey to celebrate the power of imagination.
Tickets can be purchased online, at the door, over the phone at 805-640-8797, or by emailing Herb@ojaiact.org to make reservations.
Doors open at 6:45 PM on Friday and Saturday evenings, and 1:15 PM on Saturday and Sunday matinees.
For information such as special pricing, parking, accessibility and more, please read our FAQ by clicking here.
Presenting Our 2026 Theatrical Season, “Seasons of Change”
We have a lineup of shows whose stories are rooted in the growth, challenges, and journeys life will take us on.
Our Full 2026 Season:
Art and Design by Haley Culliton
EDUCATING RITA
by Willy Russell
Directed by Steve Grumette
January 23rd – February 15th
THE CEMETERY CLUB
by Ivan Menchell
Directed by Sindy McKay
March 27th – April 19th
COMPANY
by Stephen Sondheim & George Furth
Directed by David Henderson
June 12th – July 12th
🌟SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL: JUNIOR🌟
by Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty
Directed by Gai Jones
July 31st – August 9th
OUR TOWN
by Thornton Wilder
Directed by evan austin
September 25th – October 18th
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER: THE MUSICAL
by Jahanna Beecham & Malcolm Hillgartner
Directed by Hayley Beth Silvers
December 4th – December 20th
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:
Our weekly theater updates are the best way to stay informed on our current and future seasons,
show dates, tickets, season tickets, behind-the-curtains photos, theater events, and more –
Subscribe to our OACT Newsletter
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AUDITION ALERTS:
Be the first to know when we have auditions notices go up!
We alert these lists before any notices go public, so you can get in the extra prep time.
We have both general and youth-exclusive lists –
Subscribe to OACT Audition Alerts
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Want to work with the theater off stage and beyond? Sign up to volunteer for us!
Know when we need help with shows, events, fundraisers, receptions, and more –
Subscribe to OACT Volunteers
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OJAI ART CENTER MEMBERSHIP:
Get perks across the entirety of the Ojai Art Center!
Get theater and sponsored event discounts, voting rights, and much more –
Learn more about OAC Membership
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DONATIONS:
Embrace the arts and help us continue to provide a haven for creativity, expression, and cultural enrichment.
Make a tax-deductible donation, make a difference in your community –
Donate to the Ojai Art Center
For more information about the Ojai Art Center’s many artistic facilities and community offerings,
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