OAKHURST, CA \u2013 <\/strong>Oakhurst\u2019s beloved community stage, The Golden Chain Theater<\/a><\/strong>, is preparing a full calendar of live performances for its 59th season, offering musicals, comedy, drama and family-friendly productions throughout 2026. The theatre\u2019s board has unveiled its annual schedule, featuring a mix of classic works, original melodrama, youth workshops and powerful contemporary stories designed to engage audiences of all ages.<\/p>\n A Season of Variety: 2026 Show Schedule \u201cInto The Woods\u201d<\/strong> (Rated PG-13): A beloved Stephen Sondheim musical weaving fairy-tale characters into a thoughtful, unexpected narrative. Performances run weekends March 27 through May 3<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u201cDouble Trouble: An Evening of Melodrama\u201d<\/strong> (Rated G): A double-feature melodrama with classic good-versus-evil fun, running weekends June 5 through June 28<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u201cDare to Dream Jr.\u201d<\/strong> (Kids Workshop, Rated G): A one-weekend musical revue featuring beloved Disney songs, July 17\u201319<\/strong> only.<\/p>\n \u201cBeetlejuice Jr.\u201d<\/strong> (Teens Workshop, Rated PG): A spirited musical adaptation of the cult favorite, July 24\u201326<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u201cJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat\u201d<\/strong> (Rated G): The colorful biblical musical runs weekends August 14 through September 20<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u201cRadium Girls\u201d<\/strong> (Rated PG): A powerful drama based on a true story, on stage October 9 through November 1<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u201cThe Best Christmas Pageant Ever\u201d<\/strong> (Rated G): A festive classic closes the season November 20 through December 20<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Season subscriptions remain a popular option, granting early access to seating, flexible ticket dates and advance notice of special events. Gift certificates \u2014 beginning around $80 for a five-show package<\/strong> \u2014 provide a thoughtful present for theatre lovers.<\/p>\n A Theatrical Tradition in Oakhurst Where to Get Tickets Whether you\u2019re planning a date night, a family outing, or a cultural experience while visiting Yosemite, this 2026 season presents a broad spectrum of performances that celebrate community, creativity and the enduring appeal of live theatre.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source sierranewsonline.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" OAKHURST, CA \u2013 Oakhurst\u2019s beloved community stage, The Golden Chain Theater, is preparing a full calendar of live performances for its 59th season, offering musicals, comedy, drama and family-friendly productions throughout 2026. 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<\/strong>The 2026 season opens in spring and runs through the winter holidays, with performances scheduled across the year.<\/p>\n![\"Golden](\"https:\/\/sierranewsonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Golden-Chain-Theater-Season-Tickets-Available-300x152.jpg\")
Ticket Prices and Purchasing Options
<\/strong>Tickets for individual shows and season passes are now on sale. While specific pricing varies by production, typical general admission rates at the theatre are approximately $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, and $10 for students and children<\/strong> \u2014 offering accessible live arts entertainment for families and community members alike.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>![\"Gold](\"https:\/\/sierranewsonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gold-Chain-Theater-300x211.jpg\")
Founded in 1967 as a community response to attract visitors to the south gateway of Yosemite, Golden Chain Theatre began with melodramas at the Oakhurst Community Center. As interest grew, organizers purchased and converted the former Snowline Bowling Alley into the theatre\u2019s current home in the early 1970s. By 1999, the organization paid off its mortgage and secured ownership of the facility outright. Since then, it has continued to expand its repertoire \u2014 balancing summer melodrama with musicals, dramas, workshops and traveling shows, all while fostering arts education and cultural vitality in Eastern Madera County.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Tickets and season subscriptions are available online at the Golden Chain Theatre\u2019s official site<\/a><\/strong>. Patrons may also contact the box office by phone at (559) 683-7112 or by email at office@goldenchaintheatre.org<\/a> for assistance and additional information.<\/p>\n