Dixon Community Theater is preparing for a series of spring productions and events following the conclusion of its first show of the year, as the nonprofit organization continues its mission to expand access to performing arts in the community. Photo courtesy of Dixon Community Theater

DIXON, CA (MPG) – Dixon Community Theater is preparing for a series of spring productions and events following the conclusion of its first show of the year, as the nonprofit organization continues its mission to expand access to performing arts in the community.

The theater staged its winter production, “The House of Frankenstein,” in late February under the direction of David Cripe. The production closed March 1 and marked the organization’s first performance of 2026.

With that show complete, the theater is turning its focus to several upcoming events, beginning with a one-night benefit concert later in March.

The Villains Benefit Concert is scheduled for 6 p.m. March 29 and will feature performers from across the region performing songs made famous by stage antagonists. Proceeds from the event will support the theater’s upcoming musical productions during the 2026 season.

According to the organization, the concert will highlight vocal performances from Angi Wolf, Jenn Clossick, Adrianna Butcher, John Evans, Rodney Chaney, Sierra Sheehan, Amaralyn Ewey, Taylor Quist, Gina Lloyd, Barrett Shepherd, Amanda Bistolfo and Stevie Carr.

Tickets for the concert are $20 for adults and $15 for seniors and children 12 and under.

Later in the spring, the theater will stage its next major production, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella,” with performances scheduled from April 24 through May 3 at the Dixon Performing Arts Center, 555 College Way.

Showtimes include 7 p.m. April 24; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. April 25; 2 p.m. April 26; 7 p.m. May 1; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. May 2; and 2 p.m. May 3.

The musical will be presented through a special arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of the Rodgers and Hammerstein Organization.

The production will be directed by Lydia Smith, who has nearly a decade of experience performing, producing and directing in community theater productions in Sacramento, Los Angeles and Rome, Italy. Smith’s previous directing work includes a university production of Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap.” She has also produced several operas, including “The Merry Wives of Windsor,” “The Barber of Seville,” “Rigoletto” and “Die Fledermaus.”

The upcoming production will also involve a partnership with Dixon High School and the Dixon Unified School District, allowing students to participate both on stage and behind the scenes.

Later in the spring, the theater will stage its next major production, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella,” with performances scheduled from April 24 through May 3 at the Dixon Performing Arts Center, 555 College Way. The organization is also hosting a Cinderella coloring contest starting March 15. Photo by Nicolas Brown

Through the collaboration, student performers will appear alongside experienced actors in the musical. Students interested in production work will also have the opportunity to apply for apprenticeships with members of the show’s production team.

As part of the theater’s community engagement efforts, Dixon Community Theater will also host a Cinderella-themed coloring contest for children.

The contest will open March 15 and close April 10. Coloring pages will be available through community partners and online downloads. Participants may submit completed entries in person where they received the pages or electronically by emailing [email protected].

Contest entries will be judged anonymously by the cast of “Cinderella” and members of the theater organization. Five winners will be selected from each age group, and the winners will be announced by April 15.

Prize winners will receive two tickets to a performance of “Cinderella” at the Dixon Performing Arts Center and invitations to a preshow party with the cast before the matinee performances April 25 or May 2. Winners will also receive a gift bag and concession coupon.

For more information, visit dixoncommunitytheater.org or call 707-903-8387.