Big Bear Performing Arts & Theatre

The Big Bear Theatre Project is our valley's premier stage theatre production company. Attendees can enjoy professional level performances to make you laugh, cry, think and - for a little while - take you away to a whole new world. The BBTP also offers acting workshops for kids and adults. See full details on their website.

Look back on Big Bear Theatre Project's 2024 Season!

Misery

Misery is a gripping psychological thriller based on the best selling novel by Stephen King. It has been described as “highly entertaining and very funny despite the macabre atmosphere." Starring: Amy Biedel (Mamma Mia and The Midnight Club) as Annie, Steve Cassling (Nightmare on Elm Street and The Bold and the Beautiful) as Paul, and Sean Scofield as Buster. Directed by Beth Wheat.

Story Smash: The Storytelling Game Show

This show is improvisational story telling at its finest. Four contestants will “spin the wheel”. Based on where the wheel lands, they'll tell 1 - 2 minute true stories while expert judges comment and hilarity ensues. Celebrity judges include Christine Blackburn (Story Worthy, Story Smash) , Danny Zuker (Producer, Modern Family) and Blaine Capatch (MAD TV)

Treasure Island - The Panto

Comedy and improvisational talent Katt Balsan (The Groundlings, John Henry, Hack My Life) and Spencer Cassling (The One Act Play That Goes Wrong, Mr. Burns, A Post Electric Play) lead an improvised adaptation of Treasure Island, including audience participation guaranteeing a unique and unforgettable rendition delivered each show. As our gift to the community and our visitors, all performances are presented free of charge.

Little Shop of Horrors

This award-winning musical and smash hit revolves around a nerdy florist who finds his chance for romance with the lovely Audrey through the assistance of a giant, man-eating plant. The powerhouse cast stars Devon Michaels (Gilmore Girls, House, NCIS: Los Angeles) as Seymore, and Rena Strober (Veep, Liv and Maddie, Shameless) also praised for her Broadway performances, plays the loveably tragic heroine, Audrey. Local favorites Steve Cassling and Steve Gaghagen are also featured. Directed by Beth Wheat, Musical Direction by Mike Walker, Choreography by Jennie Gray Connard.

Tesla - A Radio Play for the Stage

Tesla tells the story of Nikola Tesla's life as a brilliant but controversial inventor in the late 19th and early 20th century. Staged as a radio drama featuring live sound effects, this tale recounts an extraordinary life and the implications of Tesla's work on national security.

A Ghost Story of Christmas

The Big Bear Theatre Project revives its original adaptation of A Christmas Carol with a spectacular one man performance featuring special effects to enhance the timeless tale.