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Abigail/1702 is ICT at Its Core

Thursday, May 21st, 2015

International City Theatre has always believed that theatre was more than just another form of entertainment. In fact, the resident professional theatre company of Long Beach was founded with the goal of creating new theater that not only entertains, but educates and provokes thoughtful dialogue as well. So it should come as no surprise that […]

Jace Febo Loves Being the Only Kid

Thursday, May 14th, 2015

Jace Febo may only be 11 years old, but he is no stranger to acting and is currently starring as part of the cast of International City Theatre’s current production Abigail/1702. He was kind enough between performances to answer some questions for us about the show and his career. 1. How long have you been […]

Ross Hellwig Looking Forward to Work Every Day

Friday, May 8th, 2015

1. As you head into the opening of the show, how has your experience at ICT been so far? My experience with ICT has been fantastic. Theatre is a collaborative art form, and everyone I’ve met here has been incredibly talented, hardworking, and a joy to be around. Going to work here is something I […]

Michelle Holmes Hopes to Spook You a Little

Tuesday, May 5th, 2015

Abigail/1702 just opened this past weekend, and cast member Michelle Holmes was kind enough to answer some questions for us about the show and herself. Enjoy! 1. As rehearsals finally end and performances begin, what has your experience at ICT been like so far? This is my second experience with ICT, and the first one […]

Have You Met Mickey Deans?

Friday, March 6th, 2015

Michael Rubenstone stars in International City Theatre’s current hit show End of the Rainbow, an Olivier Award-nominated play about the life and music of Judy Garland. Rubenstone shines as Garland’s fifth and last husband Mickey Deans. He was nice enough to give us some of his time to answer some questions about his role and […]

Celebrating 30 Years of Theatre

Thursday, February 12th, 2015

It has been 30 years in the making, but we are finally just one week away from raising the curtain on our 30th anniversary Gala celebration! Join the ICT board and staff as we celebrate our history and toast to our future. After all, we could not have done it without all of your gracious support. […]

Ms. Garland, You and Your Sweetheart!

Thursday, February 5th, 2015

That special day is almost here, no not the Super Bowl, that was last Sunday. We are talking about the one day where being romantic, cheesy and thoughtful are encouraged and expensive dinners are accepted. Yes Valentine’s Day is almost here, and while our wonderful show End of the Rainbow will not be open yet, […]

New ICT Musical has Interesting Past

Wednesday, April 18th, 2012

It’s always good when someone believes in what you do. It’s better when that person is someone whose opinion everyone respects. Such was true when unknown lyricist John Dempsey and composer Dana P. Rowe had the rights for their original musical The Fix purchased by mega-theatre producer Cameron Mackintosh. This new musical is set to […]

Local Actor Shines at ICT

Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

When Artistic Director/Producer, caryn desai announced that International City Theatre would be opening its 2012 season with the multi-Tony Award-winning “God of Carnage,” they received thousands of submissions from actors across the country who wanted a chance to audition for one of four enticing roles. One can imagine the difficulty in casting this play with […]

The Robber Bridegroom is Centuries in the Making!

Friday, October 28th, 2011

Good ideas come every day, but rarely does a great idea come along that stands the test of time. One such great idea is currently playing at International City Theatre – the splendidly fun, Tony-nominated musical “The Robber Bridegroom.” Based on a fairy tale that has evolved over hundreds of years, this story is as […]

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