past productions
adapted by Lynn Downey Braswell
from the book by Shauna Niequist
May 30 - June 29, 2014
extended through July 13, 2014
Fremont Centre Theatre
Directed by
Karissa McKinney
“Despite the complex heart of the play, The Innocence of Father Brown manages to maintain a light and entertaining atmosphere -- creating an engaging night of who-done-it with a deeper philosophical center.”
- The Daily Trojan
the world premiere of
COLD TANGERINES: THE PLAY
“An authentic and impactful adaptation...[showcasing] a powerhouse cast of women.” - Life in LA
the world premiere of
adapted by Patrick Rieger
from the collection of short stories by GK Chesterton
March 28 - April 28, 2013
Fremont Centre Theatre
Directed by
Allison Darby Gorjian
and Betsy Roth
photos by Ellie Roth
THE INNOCENCE OF FATHER BROWN
by William Shakespeare
ONE NIGHT ONLY
at the historic Alex Theatre
June 29, 2012
Directed by
Allison Darby Gorjian
THE WINTER’S TALE
Named a BEST BET by the Pasadena Star News
“This adaptation proves funny, charming, touching, and heartwarming...just what the doctor ordered.”
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-Pasadena Star News
photos by
Marnie Shelton Klein
“Fans of Chesterton’s stories will appreciate adapter Patrick Rieger’s dedication and ingenuity in weaving together...stories from the first published Father Brown anthology, linked by a common theme of redemption.”
- L.A. Times
the world premiere of
by A.J. Darby
based on Jane Austen’s Persuasion
May 9 - June 7, 2015
Fremont Centre Theatre
Directed by
Karissa McKinney
THE ELLIOTS
“The Elliots is perhaps the best little theatre production I’ve ever seen...the cast of ten had no weaknesses.”
- It’s Not About Me
“[The] actors...have a genuine feel for Austen’s era...this play is definitely worth a look-see.”
- examiner.com
“A first rate cast of actors -- each puts his or her own distinctive stamp on Persuasion’s now iconic characters.” - Stage Scene LA
the world premiere of
by Bob Colleary
based on the novel by Zane Grey
August 19 - 21, 2016
El Molino Viejo
Directed by
Billy Gill
THE LIGHT OF WESTERN STARS
the world premiere of
by Blake Walker
June 5 - 19, 2016
The Sacred Fools Black Box
at the Hollywood Fringe Festival
Directed by
Blake Walker
TAMING OF THE SHOW
adapted by Lynn Downey Braswell
from the book by Shauna Niequist
June 5 - 19, 2016
extended through August 7
The Lounge Theatre
at Hollywood Fringe Festival
Directed by
Karissa McKinney
COLD TANGERINES: THE PLAY
“...superbly crafted and performed....”
- LA Post Examiner
“...sweetly romantic and delightfully charming...exquisitely mounted...next time you hear that Little Candle Productions is mounting a play, make sure you try to see it. They are absolutely professional in their presentation, their production, and their acting.” - reviewplays.com
“...this western romance was full of charm...Betsy Roth so easily takes on the period and demeanor of this early 20th century frontier woman it is as if Zane Grey wrote the part for her.”
- Broadway World
Named a BEST BET by the Pasadena Star News!
photos by
Jo Winebrenner
“Cold Tangerines: The Play is a festival hit...the humor is intense and the storytelling a little bit magic.”
- LA Post Examiner
photos by Melissa Blue
the world premiere of
by Stephanie Alison Walker
August 26 - September 24, 2017
Fremont Centre Theatre
Directed by
Kate Woodruff
AMERICAN HOME
“Exceptional...I’m not sure how the acting could be improved upon.”
- LA Theatre Bites Podcast
“An altogether moving piece.”
- South Pasadenan
lighting design by
Nick Van Houten
photos by
Varoujan Gorjian
