Ella: Opening Night!

Come and experience the wonderful and touching performance by Tina Fabrique in the musical, Ella. With the help of a live band, Fabrique embodies the spirit of Ella Fitzgerald singing songs such as, That Old Black Magic, A-Tisket A-Tasket, Cheek to Cheek, Blue Skies, and many more!

Opening Night of "Ella"

Check out pictures from the Opening Night Reception for "Ella"!
Great evening for the actors, audience, press, staff,
and even the theater interns!!

Photos from "Ella" at Laguna Playhouse!

The new musical about "The First Lady of Song," Ella Fitzgerald!
February 17- March 22, 2009







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"Ella" at the Laguna Playhouse!

ORANGE COUNTY PREMIERE OF ELLA ARRIVES AT
THE LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE FEBRUARY 17 – MARCH 22, 2009

Musical Biography of the First Lady of Song stars Tina Fabrique as Ella Fitzgerald and features a Live Jazz Combo and 20 Hit Songs


LAGUNA BEACH, CA – January 19, 2009 – It’s a life lived out loud in the Orange County Premiere of Ella, an exhilarating new musical about the First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald, that runs February 17 – March 22 at The Laguna Playhouse. The play was conceived by Rob Ruggiero and Dyke Garrison. Book is by Jeffrey Hatcher, with musical direction and arrangements by Danny Holgate. Ella is directed by Rob Ruggiero.

Starring Tina Fabrique as Ella, this theatrical event weaves myth, memory and music as it tells the uplifting and poignant story of one of the greatest jazz and pop vocalists of the 20th century.

It’s 1966 and the fabled songstress is preparing for one of the most important concerts of her career. As she jams with the musicians and gets ready to meet the audience, Ella reflects on her life, her secrets and the love of music that made her soar. Featuring more than 20 of her most famous hits, including “A Tisket, A Tasket,” “How High the Moon,” “That Old Black Magic,” and “They Can’t Take That Away from Me,” this swinging new musical invites audiences to fall in love all over again with the magic and soul of Ella Fitzgerald.

“Ella is a dream come true for me,” said director Rob Ruggiero, who conceived the show along with Dyke Garrison. “I have always been a fan of jazz, and her amazing body of work seemed to cry out for a theatre piece celebrating the life of Ella Fitzgerald. Our journey has afforded me the greatest privilege taking a closer look at this brilliant musician, and really getting to know her past, her struggles, her dreams, her desires, her connection with her music, and her audience – her real story, so to speak.”

Performance & Ticket Information:
Ticket Prices: $30 to $70

Previews:
February 17 – 20

Regular Performances
February 22 – March 22, 2009

Tuesday – Saturday evenings at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.
Thursday matinees February 19 & March 5 at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday evening March 15 at 7:00 p.m.

Special Student Ticket Pricing:
$15-$20 All Performances except Friday/Saturday evenings

Special Half Price Tickets for Teachers and Military with ID:
All Performances except Friday/Saturday evenings

FOR INFORMATION & TO PURCHASE TICKETS:
CALL: 949.497.ARTS (2787)
GROUP SALES: 949.497.2787 ext. 229
VISIT: www.LagunaPlayhouse.com
MOULTON THEATRE: 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, California

ELLA

An exhilarating new musical the D.C. Theatre Scene calls "an upbeat and sassy production the channels the energy and pizzaz of the legendary jezz singer, ELLA FITZGERALD."

Buy your tickets to day buy calling the Laguna Playhouse at 949-479-2787!