Fall Theatre: Rocky Horror, Hair & more

While summer is designed for endless outdoor entertainment, as we fall into autumn we head indoors to enjoy a new season of excitement. Whether you’re seeking refuge from a rainy afternoon, or searching for unique ways to cool off during the unexpected heat wave, San Diego theatres always offer the perfect escape.

This fall, leading San Diego playhouses are introducing a range of excellent productions. From international premieres of new, edgy dramas, to contemporary takes on cult musical classics, this season features theatrical entertainment for audiences of all ages and interests. A few of my must-see fall plays include The Rocky Horror Show at The Old Globe, HAIR at Civic Theatre, and Jesus Chris Superstar at La Jolla Playhouse. These performances will have you on the edge of your seat while easing you into the spirit of the holidays which, if you can believe it, are already fast approaching.

Discover five must-see theatre performances for fall in San Diego.

Milk Like Sugar at La Jolla Playhouse: August 30 – September 25

A San Diego premiere, Milk Like Sugar takes place in an inner city neighborhood and tells the story of a 16-year-old girl named Annie who feels that she is stuck in a dead end town and decides that she is going to invent her own future by entering into a life changing pact with friends. The La Jolla Playhouse presents the premiere of Milk Like Sugar at the Potiker Theatre, showing through September 25. Learn more at lajollaplayhouse.com

The Rocky Horror Show at The Old Globe Theatre: September 15 – November 6

Following a summer of Shakespeare, The Old Globe embraces the new fall season with a production of Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show. During this wild, sexy, tongue-in-cheek interactive musical, strange things happen when Brad and Janet, a clean-cut young couple from the suburbs, get caught with a flat in the middle of nowhere. Do the time warp and get in the mood for Halloween as The Rocky Horror Show takes the stage at The Old Globe Theatre September 15 – November 6. Costumes recommended! Learn more at theoldglobe.org

The Blue Man Group at Civic Theatre: September 20 - 25

The Blue Man Group has become a cultural phenomenon for our generation. The multi-faceted show introduces three enigmatic and literally blue-painted men, combing theater, percussive music, art, science and vaudeville into a new genre of theater production unlike anything else. A wild evening of entertainment that is perfect for the whole family, The Blue Man Group takes the stage at the Civic September 20 – 25. Learn more at broadwaysd.com

HAIR at Civic Theatre: October 18 – 23

An iconic theatrical production, HAIR is a rock musical about a group of young Americans searching for peace and love in a turbulent time. Soulful songs that evoke struggle and freedom include “Aquarius,” “Let the Sun Shine In,” "Good Morning, Starshine" and “Easy To Be Hard.” HAIR is a Tony Award-winning play for Best Musical Revival. Let the sun shine this fall as HAIR takes the stage at the Civic October 18 – 23. Learn more at broadwaysd.com (pictured)

Jesus Christ Superstar at La Jolla Playhouse: November 18 – December 31

This rock opera tells the story of the last week of Christ’s life, and is said to have reinvented modern musical theatre. The musical comes to life as the audience discovers the power struggle between Christ and his disciple Judas Iscariot. Unforgettable songs include “Heaven On Their Minds,” “I Don’t Know How To Love Him” and “Superstar.” Gearing up for the holidays, the La Jolla Playhouse presents the Stratford Shakespeare Festival’s production of Jesus Chris Superstar at the Weiss Theatre November 18 – December 31. Learn more at lajollaplayhouse.com

Want more? Get prepped for a big season on the small screen in our 2011 Fall TV Guide.

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