CATS announces 2025 Theatrical Production

October 14, 2024

Community Asian Theatre of the Sierra (CATS) enters its 31st season in 2025 with a production of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, a play adapted by Jeannine Coulombe from Grace Lin’s bestselling Newbery Honor Book.  It is directed by Allison Chan, in memory and honor of her late mother, Lisa Moon, Artistic Director of CATS.  The show will play at the Nevada Theatre, from April 17 to May 10, 2025, and tickets will be available on February 1, 2025 through the CATS’ website.  This enchanting and magical story of gratitude is unveiled by mystical creatures, like a dragon, a goldfish, numerous animal puppets, and The Man of the Moon, taking the audience on a cultural epic journey of discovery and artistry in ancient China.  The show promises to be a “feast for the senses” with lavish costumes and original music.  It is appropriate for all ages.  In addition to director Allison Chan, the creative team includes Pam Hodges, set designer; Tynowyn Woolman, composer and sound designer; Les Solomon, lighting designer; Jill Kelly, costume designer; Sara Quay, hair and makeup designer; and Hank Meyer, properties designer.

Review: ‘Snow Falling on Cedars;’ thought-provoking and well-done

May 2, 2024

It has been said in a variety of ways, and attributed to Spanish Philosophers and Irish and British Statesmen, including Winston Churchill, “Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” One timely historical lesson comes to life at the Nevada Theatre, as Community Asian Theatre of the Sierras (CATS) celebrates its 30th year with the return of the play, “Snow Falling on Cedars” running weekends through May 18.

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