Anne of Green Gables

Book by Joseph Robinette
Music & Lyrics by Evelyn D. Swensson
Directed by Casey Long
Associate Director Miguel Cardenas
Music Directed by Kyle Short

Awards and Recognition

  • Based on classic novel
  • Back by Popular Demand

Reviewer Quotes

“ heartwarming… captures the surface humor and the underlying heart ”

Orange County Register

“ A charming and thoroughly entertaining musical… there’s plenty to make you smile here, and smile you certainly will ”

Broadway Stars

On the Cripe Stage… 

Generations of readers have adored Anne of Green Gables, and now you can see the classic story come to life in this musical adaptation. The Cuthberts expect to adopt a boy, but receive, instead, a red-haired, wide-eyed orphan girl. Though clever young Anne Shirley has a penchant for getting into trouble, she works her way into the hearts of her adoptive parents as well as the residents of rural Prince Edward Island. It’s a heartwarming story for the whole family.

Recommendation: Wonderful for the entire family, ages 4 and up.

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A dynamic performance is found beating strongly at the heart of Chance Theater’s “Anne of Green Gables — OC Register

whether you’re an “old friend” of Anne’s or meeting her for the first time, this play will solidify a lasting friendship with one of literature’s most unforgettable characters — The Show Report

 

Season Producers
Bette & Wylie Aitken

Associate Season Producer Laurie Smits Staude
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Audience Buzz

    1. I can honestly say this was one of the best performances I’ve ever seen. So much talent, so much emotion. I’m a huge fan of the book and the movie and was not expecting the play to live up to either of those. But it did!! All of the actors were amazing and gave a wonderful performance. I wish I could see it again. I absolutely loved it.

      — Anonymous
    2. The actors were excellent and appropriately cast, and according to my brother who attended with me, and who directed theater at a Wisconsin University and also at the Minneapolis Guthrie Theater, the Director’s leadership was evident in the flow and consistency of the performance. I concur with that opinion, as well.

      — Anonymous
    3. Highly recommended! A phenomenal musical.
      Great actors.
      Small but clean & beautiful theater.

      — Procer Collantes
    4. It was perfect. The performance was great. The Actors are wonderful.

      — Maddy Long
    5. I truly enjoyed the performance. I had a bad day, but I found myself swept away in the story and my mind feeling light and happy. The acting was superb, much better than expected. Everyone is so talented, but the actress who played Anne was excellent. This is my second show here and I also really enjoyed it. Everyone involved, from the ticket person to the bartender are great. Fantastic time!

      — Anonymous
    6. Emily was fantastic as Anne.

      — Bill Bowman
    7. Fabulous production! Great sound! The cast was wonderful…especially the woman who played Annie!

      — Anonymous
    8. Great performances by entire cast. Absolutely loved it. Wonderful experience.

      — Anonymous
    9. The costumes for Anne of Green Gables were just so good!…and sturdy too, considering they were pulled upon quite forcefully

      — Bobi Keenan
    10. We thought the show was great

      — Anonymous
    11. Excellent production that will leave most anyone in wholesome laughter and heartwarming tears!

      — Adina Goldstein
    12. Anne of Green Gables was a wonderful play. We had seen it a number of years ago at Chance Theater, but this was the best of many other plays. Emily was absolutely fantastic as Anne. Do not miss this play.

      — Bill and Bess Bowman
    13. Excellent Job! Thoroughly enjoyed the performance/play

      — Cy Burk
    14. Love this venue! Wonderful job on the show from beginning to end and everything in between!

      — Anonymous
    15. We heard about the play by chance via social media, I had never heard of your theater. I was very excited to find an Anne of Green Gables play as I loved the movie growing up. Not know what to expect I bought tickets. My friend, her daughter, and I loved our experience and the show. Everyone was so talented! We will for sure keep our eye on your shows and be there again in the future!

      — Anonymous
    16. It was great!

      — Celeste Haybittle
    17. Perfect!

      — Anonymous

Venue Bette Aitken theater arts Center

Bette Aitken theater arts Center
5522 E. La Palma Ave.
Anaheim, CA  92807
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