Carlsbad, CA—New Village Arts (NVA), North County’s cultural hub, is ending their twentyfirst season, and their first season in the new Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center in Carlsbad, with one of the most beloved and popular movie musicals of all time, SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN.
Directed by AJ Knox, previews are May 12 to 19 with performances May 20 to July 2 at the Conrad Prebys Theatre in Carlsbad. “I am thrilled to be returning to New Village Arts to direct SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN,” said director AJ Knox, who previously directed LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, MURDER FOR TWO, and AVENUE Q for NVA. “We had originally planned for this show back in 2020, and after three
long years, it’s finally here.”
Faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green from their original award-winning screenplay, each unforgettable scene, song, and dance from the movie is accounted for, including the show stopping title number. Fans of the movie and the musical can expect a new twist on this musical and dance classic in this ensemble production as conceived by Knox and the team at New Village Arts. “SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN is one of my all-time favorite films. I see it as a love letter to movies and theatre, and I cannot wait to share our unique approach to this production,” said Knox.
The cast includes Anthony Vacio as Don Lockwood, Emma Nossal as Kathy Selden, and Xavier Bush as Cosmo Brown. All three make their mainstage NVA debut’s with SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN. Also featured in the cast are Kiara Hudlin as RF Simpson, Nick Siljander as Roscoe Dexter, and Audrey Eytchison-Ward as Lina Lamont. The Ensemble members are Kaia Bulger, Jonathon Canada, Marcy Ledvinka, Olivia Pence, Cara Tafolla and Kylie Young. Canada, Bulger and Pence will also be understudies and Joseph Prete is the understudy swing.
“There is not a movie musical more fun than Singin’ in the Rain…a transcendent experience,
and no one who loves movies can afford to miss it!” — Roger Ebert
Season Sponsors: The Conrad Prebys Foundation and Jazzercise
Artist Advocates: Scott & Donna White, William & Sally Willis, Bret & Joleen Schanzenbach, The Lund Team Inc. Real Estate, Jacques & Tiffany Spitzer, Leslie & Kirt Stephenson, Judy & Michael Woiemberghe, Loftin Bedell, P.C
Performance Days and Times
Wednesday matinees at 2:00 p.m. – Thursdays: 7:30 p.m. & Fridays: 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. & Sundays: 2:00 p.m.
Tickets and Subscriptions- Preview tickets are $30; Single tickets are $50 General; $41 for Seniors and Military; $28 for Students with ID
Dinner and a Show Package $102; Discounts are available for groups of ten or more.
Details and tickets: www.newvillagearts.org. or 760-284-4393
About New Village Arts … Celebrating 21 years of award-winning professional theatre and thriving education and outreach programs, New Village Arts (NVA) has truly become the cultural hub of North County San Diego.
NVA attracts more than 20,000 patrons each year to experience professional theatre, musical and art events in the heart of Carlsbad Village. In addition to full seasons of plays and musicals featuring some of the best artistic talent in Southern California, NVA hosts talkback discussions and other supplementary events designed to create conversation and cultivate community.
New this year, the Next Stage in the Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center presents a series of music and spoken word events throughout the year. NVA offers robust theatre programs in partnership with local schools and strongly believes that theatre and arts experiences should be accessible to all people, becoming a recognized leader in equity, diversity, and inclusion in San Diego. NVA has been fortunate to receive support from the City of Carlsbad and other local businesses, who recognize the importance of a resident professional theatre company as a crucial component of an inclusive and creative community. In turn NVA prioritizes serving its community by presenting works that respect its diversity, engaging every citizen with relevant and inspiring stories.
New Village Arts is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization listed under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS.
New Village Arts, Inc. 2787 State Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008
