Laguna Playhouse and Lythgoe Family Productions have announced Sally Struthers (All in the Family) will be starring as Madame Gothel in the world premiere of Rapunzel and Her Holiday Wish, written by Kris Lythgoe, directed by Becky Lythgoe, supervising director is Bonnie Lythgoe, choreography by Becca Sweitzer and Musical Direction by Andy Street. Rapunzel and Her Holiday Wish runs through Sunday, Dec. 29 at the Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach.
Rapunzel and Her Holiday Wish is based on the beloved fairytale, with this hair-larious tangled tale undergoing a Holiday Panto makeover. Prepare for a spellbinding journey as Rapunzel tries to escape from her tower with the help of her friends Dame Betty and Simple Simon, all while discovering her true identity. Get set for Laguna’s favorite holiday event, filled with laughter, music, pop music from Taylor Swift to Queen and of course – snow.
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Sally Struthers
Sally Struthers (Madame Gothel) is a two-time Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner for her performance in the groundbreaking TV series All in The Family. She starred in CBS’ spinoff Gloria and 9 to 5 (FOX) and played recurring roles on Still Standing (CBS), as well as The Gilmore Girls (CW), and Netflix’s four-movie revival and guest starred in Maron (IFC). Struthers has appeared on numerous TV shows, in major films and in the theater.
Becky Lythgoe (director), most recently directed Rodgers & Hammerstein‘s Cinderella (TACFA), has been the associate director for LFP on numerous Panto productions over the past decade. As a producer, she is one of the founders of Lythgoe Family Productions which has received congressional recognition for their contribution to the arts.
Kristopher Lythgoe (writer/producer) is so grateful to be back with Panto in Laguna. His TV credits include So You Think You Can Dance (Fox), Corkscrewed: The Wrath of Grapes (Fox Reality), Who Are You (Fox) and On The Nose (TVG), to name a few as well as numerous theater credits.
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Together, the Lythgoes have brought musical Panto to Los Angeles. The first production was Cinderella, followed by Snow White with Neil Patrick Harris. Well-known for her creativity and involvement in global television hits, Bonnie is dedicated to bringing affordable theater to families across the world through fun, laughter and music.
Andy Street (musical direction) – Television programs featuring his music are watched in more than 100 countries throughout the world. His compositions, arrangements and musical direction have won many major industry awards in England, Europe and the U.S.
Becca Sweitzer (Choreography) is a three-time World Choreography Award nominee whose choreography has appeared on the many TV shows and HBO’s Emmy-nominated We’re Here. Her theater credits are diverse and numerous.
Lythgoe Family Panto produces fun, musical theater the whole family can enjoy. Known for their creativity and involvement in television hits American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance, the Lythgoes are dedicated to bringing affordable theater to families across America. Based on the Grimm fairy tales and others, each story has been modernized with topical scripts for parents and well-known pop songs for kids. The Lythgoes pride themselves on creating a memorable experience a family can share together.
Rapunzel and Her Holiday Wish runs through Sunday, Dec. 29 at the Laguna Playhouse
Performances will be Wednesdays at 6 p.m.; Thursdays and Fridays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. (Saturday, Dec. 21 will perform at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.). There will no performances on Wednesday, Dec. 25 or Friday, Dec. 27 at 7 p.m. There will be added performances on Monday, Dec. 23 at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m.; Thursday, Dec. 26 at 3 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 27 at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Tickets range from $44-$84 for adult tickets; $37-$69 (for children 2-14). There is a $50 “Golden Ticket” add-on available for children ages 4-12 that includes a special onstage sing-along experience during the performance and a gift bag with special surprises. Tickets can be purchased online at www.lagunaplayhouse.com, or by calling 949.497.ARTS (2787). Group discounts are available by calling 949.497.2787, ext. 229. Prices are subject to change.
The box office is open Tuesdays through Sundays: 12-4pm; Mondays open two hours prior to show time and until 15 minutes after curtain. Open until showtime on all performance days.
