See the show. Have a drink. Do the thing.
Premiere Pass is an invitation for theatregoers under 40 to join us on opening nights at the Ahmanson Theatre. This exclusive subscription grants you access to the hottest shows on their biggest nights! You never know who might show up on the red carpet on an opening night in beautiful Downtown LA.
So pull out your best fit, bring your friends (or come meet some new ones)…and let’s have some fun!
Please note: Opening Night for Oh, Mary! is sold out and no longer available as part of a Premiere Pass subscription package. However, you may add on a different performance of Oh, Mary! to a Premiere Pass package at subscriber price.
Opening Night: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Ahmanson Theatre
SOLD OUT
Declared “one of the best comedies in years” by The New York Times, OH, MARY! is about a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, examined through the lens of an idiot (playwright Cole Escola).
Opening Night: Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Ahmanson Theatre
The Cornley Amateur Drama Society are back with tidings of chaos and joy, ready to tackle the Charles Dickens' classic, A CHRISTMAS CAROL.
Do not miss another Christmas catastrophe from Mischief, the multi award-winning company behind THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG and PETER PAN GOES WRONG.
Opening Night: Thursday, February 18, 2027
Ahmanson Theatre
Don't miss the Drama Desk Award-winning production of one of the greatest musicals ever written, presented in Yiddish with English and Russian supertitles. Laugh, cry, and feel the love at this powerful and universal testament to the strength and resilience of Jewish community.
Opening Night: Wednesday, July 7, 2027
Ahmanson Theatre
BOOP!® THE MUSICAL is the new Broadway musical-comedy extravaganza that brings the iconic Betty Boop® character to life like never before! When Betty dreams of an ordinary day off from superstardom, she’s swept into a “bright and bubbly” (Time Out New York) adventure of color, music, and love in New York City.
Prepare yourself for the most electric nights at the theatre, because with Premiere Pass, opening night is YOUR night.
As a Premiere Pass subscriber, you’ll see Christmas Carol Goes Wrong from the multi award-winning company Mischief, Joel Grey’s definitive production of Fiddler on the Roof performed in Yiddish, and the Broadway musical-comedy, BOOP!® The Musical. Plus, you’ll receive exclusive invitations to opening night festivities surrounding the show!
Subscriptions are just $120 per person (that’s just $40 per show!), so bask in the magic of live theatre by joining today!
Please note: Opening Night for Oh, Mary! is sold out and no longer available as part of a Premiere Pass subscription package. However, you may add on a different performance of Oh, Mary! to a Premiere Pass package at subscriber price.
As a Premiere Pass subscriber, you’ll enjoy countless benefits, including:
Are 3 shows not enough? Don’t worry, we have something even BIGGER! The One CTG Premiere Pass subscription package offers seven productions at both the Ahmanson Theatre and the Mark Taper Forum with incredible benefits, including a deeper subscriber discount. One CTG Premiere Pass subscriptions include opening nights at the Ahmanson (shows and dates listed above), plus The Turning, Destiny of Desire , John Proctor is the Villain, and August Wilson’s Fences at the Taper on best available weeknights.
Looking to introduce your family and friends to the theatre? Starting with the 2026/27 Season, subscribers enrolled in the Automatic Renewal Program will receive two (2) Bring-a-Friend 50% off vouchers each season (value of up to $150).
REDCAT Gen Admission
July 12 – September 27, 2026
The LA Writers’ Workshop Play Reading Series presents six brand-new play readings from local playwrights—Maddox Pennington, Kevin Douglas, Bernardo Cubría, Keiko Green, Christina Pumariega, and Erika Sheffer—at the Kirk Douglas Theatre and REDCAT. This culminates a year-long commission and workshop process with CTG.
Ahmanson Theatre
September 8 – 12, 2026
Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.
Kirk Douglas Theatre
September 12 – October 18, 2026
Based on the worldwide bestselling hit series by Dav Pilkey, Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious and heartwarming production following the chronicles of Dog Man, who with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture.
To Be Announced
October 24, 2026
Back by popular demand, ¡SÍ SE PUEDE! returns to schools and community spaces across Los Angeles. Follow trailblazing activist, Dolores Huerta, on her journey to improve conditions for farm workers.
Ahmanson Theatre
October 27 – November 8, 2026
There's trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson's six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation.
Ahmanson Theatre
April 13 – 18, 2027
Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world.
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