Anne of Green Gables
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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.
Click here to see the Minnie May performer schedule.
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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- $25 Rush Tix available 1 hour prior to the performance. Cash only. Subject to availability.
- 40% off for Groups of 10 or more.
Emily Abeles as Anne Shirley in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
William Crisp as Matthew Cuthbert and Emily Abeles as Anne Shirley in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Marina Coffee as Marilla Cuthbert and Emily Abeles as Anne Shirley in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Maya Valenciano as Diana Barry and Emily Abeles as Anne Shirley in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
David Šášik as Gilbert Blythe and Emily Abeles as Anne Shirley in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Maya Valenciano as Diana, Samantha Bussard as Mrs. Barry, Carolina J. Flores as Minnie May, Emily Abeles as Anne, and Marina Coffee as Marilla in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
David Šášik as Gilbert, Caleb Smith as Moody, Grace Bates as Minnie May, Maya Valenciano as Diana, and Darla Jacobs as Prissy in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Caleb Smith as Moody, Emily Abeles as Anne, David Šášik as Gilbert, Samantha Bussard as Miss Stacy, Owen Di Sciullo as Charlie, and Lily Bryson as Josie in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Sherry Domerego as Rachel, Marina Coffee as Marilla, and William Crisp as Matthew in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Darla Jacobs as Prissy Andrews and Lily Bryson as Josie Pye in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Sherry Domerego as Rachel Lynde and James Gittelson as Reverend Bentley in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Kyle Short as Philippe, Darla Jacobs as Prissy, Lily Bryson as Josie, Emily Abeles as Anne, Samantha Bussard as Miss Stacy, and David Šášik as Gilbert in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Darla Jacobs as Prissy, Lily Bryson as Josie, Owen Di Sciullo as Charlie, Caleb Smith as Moody, and David Šášik as Gilbert in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Emily Abeles as Anne Shirley and David Šášik as Gilbert Blythe in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Emily Abeles as Anne, Grace Bates as Minnie May, and Maya Valenciano as Diana in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
David Šášik as Gilbert, Caleb Smith as Moody, Carolina Flores as Minnie May, Maya Valenciano as Diana, and Darla Jacobs as Prissy in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Caleb Smith as Moody, David Šášik as Gilbert, Lily Bryson as Josie, and Grace Bates as Minnie May in “Anne of Green Gables,” playing through December 29th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center.
Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.
Venue Bette Aitken theater arts Center
Bette Aitken theater arts Center
5522 E. La Palma Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92807
Venue Amenities
- Full-Service Bar
- Free Parking
- Conveniently Located
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At a Glance
- Approximate Running Time:
- 2 hours, 30 minutes with intermission
- Special Notes:
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- Photos & autographs after each performance.
- Join us for Opening Night as a Gold Member.
- Babes in arms and children under 4 are not permitted.
- 40% off for groups of 10 or more.
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.
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.
Highly recommended! A phenomenal musical.
Great actors.
Small but clean & beautiful theater.
It was perfect. The performance was great. The Actors are wonderful.
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!
Emily was fantastic as Anne.
Fabulous production! Great sound! The cast was wonderful…especially the woman who played Annie!
Great performances by entire cast. Absolutely loved it. Wonderful experience.
The costumes for Anne of Green Gables were just so good!…and sturdy too, considering they were pulled upon quite forcefully
We thought the show was great
Excellent production that will leave most anyone in wholesome laughter and heartwarming tears!
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.
Excellent Job! Thoroughly enjoyed the performance/play
Love this venue! Wonderful job on the show from beginning to end and everything in between!
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!
It was great!
Perfect!