Conveniently located at our theatre in central Alameda, the Altarena Playhouse Summer Theatre Camp offers children of all skill levels the opportunity to study acting, monologues, improvisation, movement, and commercial technique. Led by professional instructor Richard Robert Bunker, students participate in classes, theatre games, and rehearsals designed to strengthen skills and self-confidence in a supportive, creative environment. Each session culminates in a family-friendly production showcasing the students’ work.

Each two-week session meets Monday – Friday from 9:00 am – 3:00 PM. Tuition is $475 per session. The final performance for family and friends will take place on the last day of each session at 2:00 pm at The Altarena. To enroll, please fill out the enrollment form and mail it to us along with your tuition payment.

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The Altarena Playhouse announces open auditions for Rick Lewis’ musical “A Taffeta Christmas.” A tribute to the girl groups of the 1950’s, “A Taffeta Christmas” celebrates the sounds of The McGuire Sisters, The Fontane Sisters and The Chordettes… with a holiday twist.

Director: Frederick L. Chacon
Musical Director: Rona Siddiqui
Choreographer: Christina Lazo

Audition Date:
Wednesday, September 17, [...]

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John Stenger with Rebecca Pingree in Urinetown (2007)

Members of the Bay Area theatre community are greatly saddened by news of the sudden passing of actor John Stenger this past week. John performed in countless shows all over the Bay Area during the last 25 years, [...]

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For over 70 years, we’ve been been producing exciting, high-quality live theater in Alameda. Generous community support coupled with strong ticket sales have allowed us to continue growing and raising the level of artistic excellence, all while balancing our operating budgets and keeping ticket prices affordable. However, as production costs continue to rise, and arts [...]

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