Community Calendar

Got a kid with big energy? A flair for the dramatic? Perfect. Willits Community Theatre’s Gateway to the Stage Summer Camp starts June 29 with classes and a culminating production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Jr., directed by Joni McLeod, with musical direction by Abigail Strock. Camp students will study song, dance and acting and then enjoy roles in the play. Enrollments are filling quickly, so don’t wait. The camp and performances take place at the Allen Garcia Auditorium at Willits High School June 29 to August 9. Head to wctperformingartscenter.org and click "Summer Camp" to grab your spot.

Got a kid with big energy? A flair for the dramatic? Perfect. Willits Community Theatre’s Gateway to the Stage Summer Camp starts June 29 with classes and a culminating production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Jr., directed by Joni McLeod, with musical direction by Abigail Strock. Camp students will study song, dance and acting and then enjoy roles in the play. Enrollments are filling quickly, so don’t wait. The camp and performances take place at the Allen Garcia Auditorium at Willits High School June 29 to August 9. Head to wctperformingartscenter.org and click "Summer Camp" to grab your spot.

Got a kid with big energy? A flair for the dramatic? Perfect. Willits Community Theatre’s Gateway to the Stage Summer Camp starts June 29 with classes and a culminating production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Jr., directed by Joni McLeod, with musical direction by Abigail Strock. Camp students will study song, dance and acting and then enjoy roles in the play. Enrollments are filling quickly, so don’t wait. The camp and performances take place at the Allen Garcia Auditorium at Willits High School June 29 to August 9. Head to wctperformingartscenter.org and click "Summer Camp" to grab your spot.

Over 100 Local Students Take the Stage in Original Dance Production Forces of Nature
Ukiah, CA —May 2026 — Originally written in 2016 by Laurel Near and Amanda Rosenberg now re-written and directed by Amanda Rosenberg-Gutierrez.
The performances will be held at the SPACE Theater (508 W. Perkins St., Ukiah) on Friday, May 22 at 6:00 PM, Saturday, May 23 at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM, and Sunday, May 24 at 2:00 PM.
More than 100 young performers ages 6 to 17 will take the stage this May in an original full-length dance production titled Forces of Nature, a powerful exploration of how the elements of the natural world mirror human emotion.
Blending street dance, hip hop, modern dance, jazz, spoken word, and live vocals, Forces of Nature moves through wind, rain, roots, fire, pressure, love, release, and renewal — revealing how nature’s cycles reflect our own inner landscapes.
“Nature doesn’t just surround us — it lives within us,” says the show’s director. “Through movement, these students explore themes like community, resilience, passion, belonging, and growth. It’s about understanding that the same forces that shape mountains and oceans also shape who we are.”
The show opens with a spoken word piece and live percussion heartbeat, symbolizing the shared pulse of humanity. Throughout the evening, dancers move through explosive hip hop sequences, lyrical modern works, and emotionally charged ensemble pieces, culminating in a full-cast finale celebrating unity and connection.
At its core, the production carries a timely message: pressure builds, storms pass, and from fire comes renewal. In nature, nothing truly ends — it transforms. The same is true for us.
General admission tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children under 18, and are available at The Mendocino Book Company (cash or check), Brown Bear Toys (cash or check), online at www.spaceperformingarts.org and the SPACE Box Office. The SPACE Theater is located at 508 W. Perkins St., Ukiah. For more information, call 462-9370 or visit www.spaceperformingarts.org.

Playwright John Patrick Shanley dives into the cutthroat world of filmmaking in his hilarious satire, Four Dogs and a Bone, showing at Willits Community Theatre May 1 through 17. Directed by Mathew Caine, this bold and unapologetic production delivers fast-paced wit and laughs in the power struggle between a harried producer, seductive starlet, savvy leading lady and a naïve writer. Shows are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00pm and Sunday matinees at 2:00pm. Tickets are $25, available online at www.wctperformingartscenter.org or at the door. Due to adult themes, patrons under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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Fort Bragg magician Robert Goleman brings “The Joy of Astonishment – An Evening of Magic and Mentalism” to the Willits Community Theatre for two shows on May 22 and 23 at 7:00pm. Goleman’s dynamic and engaging two-hour event opens with traditional magic and seamlessly transitions into acts of mentalism, featuring extensive audience interaction and participation. He promises to lift spirits, rekindle curiosity, and remind us that joy, laughter, and astonishment can transform our outlook. Early tickets are recommended, as his previous shows at WCT have all sold out. Tickets are $25 and available online at: wctperformingartscenter.org, or at the door.

Mean Girls Jr. is a sharp, funny, and high-energy musical that explores the realities of friendship, identity, peer pressure, and growing up in today’s social world. While the production is filled with humor, heart, and memorable music, it also includes mature themes, strong language, and social situations that may be best suited for older audiences.

For this reason, we recommend this production for ages 13 and up. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use their own discretion based on the maturity level of their child.

Got a kid with big energy? A flair for the dramatic? Perfect. Willits Community Theatre’s Gateway to the Stage Summer Camp starts June 29 with classes and a culminating production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Jr., directed by Joni McLeod, with musical direction by Abigail Strock. Camp students will study song, dance and acting and then enjoy roles in the play. Enrollments are filling quickly, so don’t wait. The camp and performances take place at the Allen Garcia Auditorium at Willits High School June 29 to August 9. Head to wctperformingartscenter.org and click "Summer Camp" to grab your spot.

Over 100 Local Students Take the Stage in Original Dance Production Forces of Nature
Ukiah, CA —May 2026 — Originally written in 2016 by Laurel Near and Amanda Rosenberg now re-written and directed by Amanda Rosenberg-Gutierrez.
The performances will be held at the SPACE Theater (508 W. Perkins St., Ukiah) on Friday, May 22 at 6:00 PM, Saturday, May 23 at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM, and Sunday, May 24 at 2:00 PM.
More than 100 young performers ages 6 to 17 will take the stage this May in an original full-length dance production titled Forces of Nature, a powerful exploration of how the elements of the natural world mirror human emotion.
Blending street dance, hip hop, modern dance, jazz, spoken word, and live vocals, Forces of Nature moves through wind, rain, roots, fire, pressure, love, release, and renewal — revealing how nature’s cycles reflect our own inner landscapes.
“Nature doesn’t just surround us — it lives within us,” says the show’s director. “Through movement, these students explore themes like community, resilience, passion, belonging, and growth. It’s about understanding that the same forces that shape mountains and oceans also shape who we are.”
The show opens with a spoken word piece and live percussion heartbeat, symbolizing the shared pulse of humanity. Throughout the evening, dancers move through explosive hip hop sequences, lyrical modern works, and emotionally charged ensemble pieces, culminating in a full-cast finale celebrating unity and connection.
At its core, the production carries a timely message: pressure builds, storms pass, and from fire comes renewal. In nature, nothing truly ends — it transforms. The same is true for us.
General admission tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children under 18, and are available at The Mendocino Book Company (cash or check), Brown Bear Toys (cash or check), online at www.spaceperformingarts.org and the SPACE Box Office. The SPACE Theater is located at 508 W. Perkins St., Ukiah. For more information, call 462-9370 or visit www.spaceperformingarts.org.

Playwright John Patrick Shanley dives into the cutthroat world of filmmaking in his hilarious satire, Four Dogs and a Bone, showing at Willits Community Theatre May 1 through 17. Directed by Mathew Caine, this bold and unapologetic production delivers fast-paced wit and laughs in the power struggle between a harried producer, seductive starlet, savvy leading lady and a naïve writer. Shows are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00pm and Sunday matinees at 2:00pm. Tickets are $25, available online at www.wctperformingartscenter.org or at the door. Due to adult themes, patrons under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.