Design Preview Parties

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What is a Design Preview Party?

This one-of-a-kind, Member-only (Basic and above) event offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the making of our exciting productions. Join us as you hear from various designers and the director about their vision for the upcoming show, dive into an engaging interview with the artists, and get the chance to meet the talented cast and creative team for the first time. Afterward, celebrate with us at a lively reception to toast to the artistry and collaboration that bring our shows to life. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and be part of the creative journey!

Example Schedule of a DPP

What: Design Preview Party for (show title)

Where: Bette Aitken theater arts Center, 5522 E La Palma Ave, Anaheim 92807

When: Monday, (date)

  • 6:30pm Lobby & Bar open
  • 7:00pm Design Presentation (On the Cripe Stage)
  • 8:00pm Light reception (Bar will be open*)
    *Members, please remember to bring your Drink Cards in order to redeem your $4 off drink discount.

Photos from Past DPPs

Cast and crew with Executive Artistic Director Oánh Nguyễn at the Design Preview Party for “Hedwig and The Angry Inch.” The Tony Award-winning rock musical will play January 26 – February 25, 2024 at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center. Book by John Cameron Mitchell; Music & Lyrics by Stephen Trask; Directed by Matthew McCray; Music Direction by Lex Leigh. Photo by Daniel Meyers.
Director Matthew McCray at the Design Preview Party for “Hedwig and The Angry Inch.” The Tony Award-winning rock musical will play January 26 – February 25, 2024 at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center. Book by John Cameron Mitchell; Music & Lyrics by Stephen Trask; Directed by Matthew McCray; Music Direction by Lex Leigh. Photo by Daniel Meyers.
The Design Preview Party for “Alma”. Receiving it’s Orange County premiere, “Alma” will play May 3 – 26, 2024 on the Fyda-Mar Stage at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center. Written by Benjamin Benne. Directed by Sara Guerrero. Photo by Daniel Meyers.

Contribute to the Artist Fund

Now that we have achieved our first goal of expanding our facilities by moving into the beautiful Bette Aitken theater arts Center, the next qualitative step for the Chance as a theater company is to deepen our artistry. By increasing our artist compensation, we will better maintain and support our current artists and make it possible for us to work with the more than 7,000 union artists in our region (including past Chance artists). This will allow us to broaden our repertory and bring a greater dimension to our work.

Supporters of the Artist Fund receive some exclusive benefits: To create a more personal experience, we are utilizing a sponsorship model much like our honorary show producers. Not only will you be joining us in this important effort, but you’ll also get to know our artists even more. Take a look at the benefits HERE and consider sponsoring an actor, designer, director, or a full cast today!