Live Theatre
Nominated for the 2024 Tony Award for writing the book to the musical THE NOTEBOOK
Directed by Kudra Wagner
A touching and topical dramatic comedy. A vivacious, conservative North Carolina baker named Della faces a crisis of conscience when Jen – whom she loves like a daughter – asks her to bake a cake for Jen’s lesbian wedding.
ASL Performance: Friday, April 11th (contact us for ASL reserved tickets boxoffice@thebent.org)
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The Palm Springs Cultural Theatre - 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs
This new adaptation of the classic Broadway play interweaves firsthand survivor accounts with recently discovered excerpts from Anne Frank's diary, creating a modern and emotionally charged narrative of the Nazi era. Anne Frank is portrayed not just as a historical figure, but as a vibrant and talented young girl who confronts the challenges of her time with honesty, humor, and determination. Set in a hidden attic where eight individuals seek refuge from Nazi persecution, "The Diary of Anne Frank" vividly captures the daily struggles and emotions of their existence – from fear and hope to laughter and sorrow.
Anne's voice echoes throughout the narrative, expressing her desire to use her writing to transcend personal troubles and bring joy to others, even strangers. Crafted for a contemporary audience, this adaptation pays homage to Anne's enduring spirit and her message of resilience.
ASL Performance on April 12th at 7:30 pm at Desert Theatreworks - 45175 Fargo St. Indio
Tickets dtworks.org
The late Christopher Durang, a pioneer in absurdist comedy, cited Joe Orton as an early influence and thus brings DET to a full-circle conclusion of the 2024–25 season. This 1981 comedy concerns Bruce and Prudence, two modern, neurotic urbanites searching for love and sanity – with the questionable help of their offbeat therapists.
“Durang’s plot, which has more bounces than a pinball game, goes from the unexpected to the unpredicted… providing two hours of hilarious surprises.” (Gerald Clarke, Time Magazine)
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ASL Performance on April 26th at 2:00 pm at Desert Ensemble Theatre at The Palm Springs Cultural Theatre - 2300 Baristo Road, Palm Spring
Ticket holdmyticket.com
desertensembletheare.org
This stage adaptation of Ken Kesey's celebrated novel explores the brutality of life in a mental institution with humor, candor, and unforgettable characters. After being convicted of a petty crime, a charming, rebellious rogue named McMurphy contrives to serve his short sentence in an airy institution rather than in a prison. This, he soon learns, was a mistake.
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ASL Performance on April 27th at 2:00 pm at Palm Canyon Theater
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Tickets palmcanyontheatre.net
Interpreted performances will be announced for dates and names of plays
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Palm Springs Cultural Center - 2300 E. Baristo Rd, Palm Springs
Desert Ensemble Theatre - 2300 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs
https://www.desertensembletheatre.org/
Dezart Performs - 314 S. Cahuilla Rd, Palm Springs
Palm Desert Cultural Park-Concerts. May month and October month
https://coachellavalley.com/spring-concerts-at-the-palm-desert-civic-center-park/
Acrisure Arena— - Concerts
75702 Varner Rd, Palm Desert
Rancho Mirage Amphitheatre - 71560 San Jacinto Dr, https://www.desert-theatricals.com/events
The Show at Agua Caliente Casino * Rancho mirage-https://aguacalientecasinos.com/the-show/
McCallum Theater for Performing Arts - 73000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert
https://www.mccallumtheatre.org/
Revolution Stage Company - 611 S Palm Canyon Dr Suite 16, Palm Springs
https://www.revolutionstagecompany.com/events
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Desert Theatreworks - 45175 Fargo ST., Indio https://www.dtworks.org/
