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Truly Enchanting...Each performance - and I'm reluctant to single out individuals - brims with wit and magnetic feeling.

Ben Brantley, New York Times

Into The Woods at Ahmanson TheaterInto The Woods at Ahmanson TheaterInto The Woods at Ahmanson Theater

Truly Enchanting...Each performance - and I'm reluctant to single out individuals - brims with wit and magnetic feeling.

Ben Brantley, New York Times

Into The Woods

Finished May 14, 2017

Ahmanson Theater

Fear the witch, mind the wolf and keep an eye out for the giant in the sky!

Into The Woods

Finished May 14, 2017

Ahmanson Theater

Fear the witch, mind the wolf and keep an eye out for the giant in the sky!

Why see Into The Woods?

Not All Fairytales Have A Happy Ending

A darkly witty show, Into the Woods delves into the fairytale world created by the Grimm brothers. With cameos and vignettes by Cinderella, Jack (of the beanstalk), Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and more making an appearance in the tale of a simple baker and his wife, who have been cursed by the Wicked Witch. As the plot unfolds, we see the consequences of a wish and how they can start of being everything you ever dreamed of, and evolve into the reason for your despair.

A much-cherished entry in the Broadway canon, Into The Woods first appeared on Broadway in 1986 starring Bernadette Peters and has been revived many times since; it even saw its transfer to the big screen starring Anna Kendrick, Johnny Depp and Meryl Streep.

The moral of this story? Sadly we all must come to terms with growing up, and happily ever after was only ever just a story.

Key Information

Covid 19 secure

You may be required to have had a COVID vaccine in order to attend this performance or show proof of a negative test. Please contact the venue directly for more information on this.

Audience

Suitable for ages 12+

Run Time

Two hours 30 minutes with one intermission

Dates

Finished May 14, 2017

Cast

Evan Harrington as Baker
Anthony Chatmon II as Lucinda/Wolf/Cinderella's Prince
Fred Rose as Mysterious Man
Darick Pead as Milky White/Florinda/Rapunzel's Prince
Bonne Kramer as Cinderella's Stepmother/Jack's Mother
Laurie Veldheer as Cinderella/Granny
Vanessa Reseland as Witch
Philippe Arroyo as Jack/Steward
Eleasha Gamble as Baker's Wife
Lisa Helmi Johanson as Little Red Riding Hood/Rapunzel

Joshua Archer, Javier Ignacio, Kate Moore, Evan Rees, Alanna Saunders, and Chris Sweatt

Creative

Directed by Noah Brody & Ben Steinfeld
Scenic Design by Derek McLane
Costume Design by Whitney Locher
Lighting Design by Christopher Akerlind
Sound Design by Darron L. West & Charles Coes
Orchestrations by Frank Galgano & Matt Castle
Music Supervision by Matt Castle
Choreography by Lisa Shriver

Reviews

Customer reviews

2 reviews, average rating: (5.0 Stars)

Ken Alan

All is Right Into the Woods

Like "Chicago", this show can lose its sets/scenery and still be a grand entertainment, for doing so brings the focus to the clever fusion of the stories, the performances, and Sondheim’s music, lyrics, and rhymes. ITW has always been somewhat lost between being a “Fractured Fairy Tales” or “How to Parent” guide for aspiring moms and dads. After all these years, this production gets it right. Color-blind casting allows cultural flourishes and broadens its appeal to new audiences. Every cast member is perfect. Milky White finally gets a star turn and elicits lots of laughs and audience sympathy. The puppetry more than makes up for any lack of sets…certainly right up there with War Horse or Lion King. It’s the director who is to blame for the irresistible and almost illegal amount of fun, laughs, humor, pratfalls, and characterizations that cast members deliver flawlessly. Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, and Jack’s mother who’s “There’s no time to sit and dither. While her withers wither with her” diction is nailed on the head. This is the most fun and laughs you may have ever have in a theater. I’ll probably go back for a third dose before July 30. Don’t miss your first. It’s THAT good. ... Read more

Dee Jenkins

Love me some Milky White!

I had no doubt I would be mesmerized by this stellar cast but the big surprise is that I fell in love with the brilliance of James Ortiz’ puppet creations, especially Milky White. Initially marveling at the grace and dexterity with which Kennedy Kanagawa moves Milky, I soon realized that Kennedy WAS Milky White, a heartwarming achievement that endeared both the actor and the cow to all the audience. ... Read more

KBPayton

Great actors and incredible music!

We loved the show! The acting and singing were phenomenal, the music was beyond awesome. It was long but entertaining the whole time. We also ate at a great place beforehand called the Farmers Market which had very good food including gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options. The veggie melt was unique and good, and my husband loved his grass fed burger. We went for a Sunday matinee which required masks, i suppose to make it an all-inclusive event which we were totally ok with. We found a parking spot half a block away from the theater since it was Sunday, total bonus! The drink selection during the intermission was extremely limited so had to drink something i dont like but I was just grateful to have something with caffeine before the 2nd half. No dress code but we still dressed up! We love the Guthrie! ... Read more
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News

Into The Woods wins on Grammys night!

Into The Woods wins on Grammys night!

Wendy, February 7th, 2023
Broadway's hit revival of Sondheim classic Into The Woods was crowned "Best Musical Theater Album" at the 2023 Grammy Awards this week. The album beat fellow Broadway nominees including MJ The Musical, SIX, and A Strange Loop....
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Into The Woods wins on Grammys night!

Into The Woods wins on Grammys night!
Wendy, February 7th, 2023
Broadway's hit revival of Sondheim classic Into The Woods was crowned "Best Musical Theater Album" at the 2023 Grammy Awards this week. The album beat fellow Broadway nominees including MJ The Musical, SIX, and A Strange Loop....
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