Theatre Talk

Disney's "Beauty and the Beast, the Musical" opens at Moonlight Amphitheatre July 21 and runs until Aug. 7. The gates open at 6:30 p.m. for picnics, performances being at 8:00 in this outdoor venue under the stars. This much-loved Disney musical is much anticipated with tickets going fast. Bring a blanket in case the weather takes a turn and a seat cushion helps too. Tickets are $17 – $59. Reserve seats early. This could easily be a sell-out show.

Up next: You won't want to miss "Chorus Line" from Aug. 18 to Sept. 4. For tickets, visit http://www.moonlightstage.com or call (760) 724-2110.

North Coast Repertory in Solana Beach is bringing a John Denver tribute evening on Monday, Aug. 2 at 7:30 p.m. and Tuesday, Aug. 3 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. For this hot ticket visit northcoastrep.org. Online, look for seats under the "Variety Nights" heading or call 858-481-1055.

San Diego Musical Theatre is presenting "Piano Men" on Friday Aug. 6 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 7 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. downtown at the Horton Plaza.

An exciting evening go to SDMT.org. Good underground parking is prepaid for only $10 at the Ace lot across the street.

In preparation for an upcoming HBO special, La Jolla Playhouse is featuring comedian Hasan Minhaj for two nights. Three performances: Friday, July 30 at

7:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 31 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. For tickets go to LJP.org.

Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal can be reached at [email protected].