The Canyon Theatre Guild has begun shows of the musical based on the Universal Pictures movie Xanadu. 

The production is based on the film of the same title, which featured Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. 

The opening performance on March 23 featured a free wine and champagne reception for ticket holders.

As described on the Guild’s website, “Xanadu depicts the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mount Olympus to Venice Beach, California, in 1980, on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time – the first roller disco. But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation, and chaos abounds. Featuring the amazing music of Electric Light Orchestra (ELO).”

First premiering on Broadway in 2007, Xanadu earned itself four Tony nominations,

including Best Musical. It was awarded the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Book of a Musical. 

A critic from Centerstage Chicago called the show “a hilarious, energetic and nostalgic

trip back to the days of roller disco, mirror balls, glittering spandex, leg warmers and a

synthesizer-heavy ELO.”

Longtime director for Canyon Theatre Guild Ingrid Boydston returns to head the production. She remarks, “Xanadu has something for just about everyone. It is about as ‘feel good’ as you can get! It’s super funny, romantic, impressive, gorgeous to look at, and for many, it’s nostalgic as well. I love directing shows that make for great date nights and great friend outings. Sometimes, we even get groupies who return over and over because it’s just so much fun.”

Xanadu is set to run until April 27, with tickets starting at $23 for Adults, $19 for Seniors and $15 for Students. It is not recommended for very young children.

 For showtimes or to reserve, call 661-799-2702 or click here.

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