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DIVINE RIVALRY, ALLEGIANCE and More Set for Old Globe's July-Oct 2012 Shows
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2012


The Old Globe has announced its schedule for now through October 2012. See full details below.

The Old Globe to Host Partners' Appreciation Luncheon, 10/20
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2011


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced a luncheon to laud The Old Globe's corporate donors for their outstanding annual fund support. The Annual Corporate Appreciation Event will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, Oct. 20 in Hattox Hall, located in the Karen and Donald Cohn Education Center at the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Optional tours of the theatre complex will be available at 11:30 a.m.

CEO/Executive Producer Lou Spisto to Depart The Old Globe
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 17, 2011


Today, The Old Globe and CEO/Executive Producer Lou Spisto announced that Mr. Spisto is leaving The Old Globe to work independently as a producer. Mr. Spisto was appointed Executive Director in October of 2002 and assumed the position of Executive Producer in January of 2008.

Old Globe CEO Lou Spisto Leaves to Produce Independently
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 17, 2011


Today, The Old Globe and CEO/Executive Producer Lou Spisto announced that Mr. Spisto is leaving The Old Globe to work independently as a producer. Mr. Spisto was appointed Executive Director in October of 2002 and assumed the position of Executive Producer in January of 2008.

The Old Globe to Host Partners' Appreciation Luncheon, 10/20
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 30, 2011


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced a luncheon to laud The Old Globe's corporate donors for their outstanding annual fund support. The Annual Corporate Appreciation Event will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, Oct. 20 in Hattox Hall, located in the Karen and Donald Cohn Education Center at the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Optional tours of the theatre complex will be available at 11:30 a.m.

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, THE TEMPEST, et al. Set for The Old Globe
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 18, 2011


The Old Globe has announced it's upcoming events from September through December. Among the theatre's offerings are THE TEMPEST, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, and SOMEWHERE.

Old Globe Unveils Photo Exhibit Celebrating Its 75th Anniversary
by Charlie Piane - Jun 15, 2010


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the opening of a permanent exhibit of photos in celebration of The Old Globe's 75th anniversary. Located in the Karen and Donald Cohn Education Center and the Old Globe Theatre lobby, the exhibit uses photographs and graphics to present images of the Globe's 75 years including the many artists who have worked both on and off the stage. The exhibit is comprised of four parts: 'Bringing Art to Life,' 'Lineage of the Globe,' 'Artists of the Globe' and 'History of the Globe.' Curated and designed by Llance Bower, the exhibit includes more than 150 images, custom wall-mounted illustrations, motion-activated digital picture frames and lenticular printing that allows images to change when viewed from different angles.

The Old Globe Announces Upcoming Educational Events
by Charlie Piane - Apr 15, 2010


The Old Globe Theatre has announced their upcoming educational events schedule.

Real-Life Married Couple Paige Davis & Patrick Page Close I DO! I DO! at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2009


Real-life married couple Paige Davis and Patrick Page will star in a special engagement of I Do! I Do!, the classic Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt musical based on The Fourposter by Jan de Hartog, in The Old Globe's new Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre. The well-loved classic, by the creators of The Fantasticks, spans five decades in the life of a married couple - from the nervousness of their wedding day to the wisdom of old age. I Do! I Do! will run Dec. 11 - 20, 2009. Previews take place on Dec. 11 at 8:00 p.m. and Dec. 12 at 2:00 p.m. Opening night is Saturday, Dec. 12 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale to subscribers only. Single tickets go on sale on Oct. 25 and can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE or by visiting the Box Office.

Real-Life Married Couple Paige Davis & Patrick Page Open I DO! I DO! at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2009


Real-life married couple Paige Davis and Patrick Page will star in a special engagement of I Do! I Do!, the classic Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt musical based on The Fourposter by Jan de Hartog, in The Old Globe's new Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre. The well-loved classic, by the creators of The Fantasticks, spans five decades in the life of a married couple - from the nervousness of their wedding day to the wisdom of old age. I Do! I Do! will run Dec. 11 - 20, 2009. Previews take place on Dec. 11 at 8:00 p.m. and Dec. 12 at 2:00 p.m. Opening night is Saturday, Dec. 12 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale to subscribers only. Single tickets go on sale on Oct. 25 and can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE or by visiting the Box Office.

Real-Life Married Couple Paige Davis & Patrick Page to Star in I DO! I DO! at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - Dec 11, 2009


Real-life married couple Paige Davis and Patrick Page will star in a special engagement of I Do! I Do!, the classic Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt musical based on The Fourposter by Jan de Hartog, in The Old Globe's new Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre. The well-loved classic, by the creators of The Fantasticks, spans five decades in the life of a married couple - from the nervousness of their wedding day to the wisdom of old age. I Do! I Do! will run Dec. 11 - 20, 2009. Previews take place on Dec. 11 at 8:00 p.m. and Dec. 12 at 2:00 p.m. Opening night is Saturday, Dec. 12 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale to subscribers only. Single tickets go on sale on Oct. 25 and can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE or by visiting the Box Office.

Kelli O' Hara & Paul Szot To Perform During Conrad Preby's Opening Gala 12/7
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2009


Lou Spisto, Executive Producer of the Tony Award®-winning Old Globe, is pleased to announce the grand opening gala for the new Conrad Prebys Theatre Center on December 7, 2009. The evening will include a special performance by South Pacific stars, Kelli O'Hara and Paulo Szot, with musical direction by Ted Sperling, and will officially open the new Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre.

I Do! I Do! Starring Paige Davis & Patrick Page Begins Performances Dec. 11 at The Old Globe
by Robert Diamond - Dec 3, 2009


A new production of 'I Do! I Do!' will be the first production to 'christen' The Old Globe in San Diego's new Sheryl and Harvery White Theatre.

Photo Flash: Kelli O'Hara and Paulo Szot Bring 'Some Enchanted Evening' to Old Globe Gala 12/7
by Eddie Varley - Nov 30, 2009


'Some Enchanted Evening,' the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center Inaugural Gala, begins at 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 7 and includes a reception, dinner and a performance in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre by Kelli O'Hara and Paulo Szot, the stars of Broadway's South Pacific. The orchestra will be conducted by Ted Sperling.

The Old Globe Unveils The Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, Announces Month-long Series Of Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 11, 2009


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced a month-long series of events celebrating the opening of The Old Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. The Theatre Center incorporates the flagship Old Globe Theatre and a newly-constructed four-level facility housing the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, Karen and Donald Cohn Education Center, Hattox Hall, Erna and Andrew Viterbi Lobby, Lady Carolyn's Pub and Donald and Darlene Shiley Terrace.

Real-Life Married Couple Paige Davis & Patrick Page Open I DO! I DO! at The Old Globe
by Robert Diamond - Oct 26, 2009


Real-life married couple Paige Davis and Patrick Page will star in a special engagement of I Do! I Do!, the classic Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt musical based on The Fourposter by Jan de Hartog, in The Old Globe's new Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre. The well-loved classic, by the creators of The Fantasticks, spans five decades in the life of a married couple - from the nervousness of their wedding day to the wisdom of old age. I Do! I Do! will run Dec. 11 - 20, 2009. Previews take place on Dec. 11 at 8:00 p.m. and Dec. 12 at 2:00 p.m. Opening night is Saturday, Dec. 12 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale to subscribers only. Single tickets go on sale on Oct. 25 and can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE or by visiting the Box Office.

Kelli O' Hara & Paul Szot To Perform During Conrad Preby's Opening Gala 12/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 5, 2009


Lou Spisto, Executive Producer of the Tony Award®-winning Old Globe, is pleased to announce the grand opening gala for the new Conrad Prebys Theatre Center on December 7, 2009. The evening will include a special performance by South Pacific stars, Kelli O'Hara and Paulo Szot, with musical direction by Ted Sperling, and will officially open the new Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre.

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