Into the Woods is directed by drama professor and Co-Chair of the Visual and Performing Arts Department Dr. Katie Rodda. Music direction is by Richard Dueñez Morrison, and choreography is by Kristin Arcidiacono.
One of Sondheim’s most enduring musicals, Into the Woods takes everyone’s favorite storybook characters and brings them together for a timeless, yet relevant and haunting piece. Originally produced at San Diego’s Old Globe Theatre, Into the Woods is the winner of three 1988 Tony Awards. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is eventually granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
This is the first time San Diego City College has produced a Sondheim musical, and the artistic team is excited to bring this show to the campus and larger communities. “It is one of the most glorious scores in the musical theatre canon,” says Rodda, “with soaring melodies, complex harmonies, and some of the wittiest and most memorable lyrics to ever be performed on a stage.” The cast has been working long hours preparing for this production, finding joy in the challenging music and the complexity of the story.
CONTENT WARNING
Please be advised that this play features dark themes, including betrayal, adultery,
disfigurement, and death.
Details
Cost:
$8 to $20
Showtimes:
- Friday, April 24, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, April 25, 2026 - 2 p.m.
- Saturday, April 25, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, April 30, 2026 - 10:30 a.m.
- Friday, May 1, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, May 2, 2026 - 2 p.m.
- Saturday, May 2, 2026 7:30 PM
Location:
San Diego City College Saville Theatre, 14th St. & C St., San Diego, CA 92101
Cast and Crew
The cast includes Noah Baca (Jack), Francisco Beltrán (Steward), Presley Cooper (Granny/Giant/Ensemble), Aimee Denova (Rapunzel/Cinderella’s Mother), Nathaniel Feria (Cinderella’s Father), Isabella Fernandes (Witch), Carmen Freeman (Narrator), Lu Garcia (Cinderella’s Prince/Wolf), Elisa Guerra (Baker’s Wife), Rielle Jarrett (Jack’s Mother), Reagan Marinelli (Cinderella’s Stepmother), Sebastian Montenegro (Baker), Grey Orozco (Ensemble), Kamil Richardson (Cinderella), Raquel Rosenthal (Florinda), Bert Rotzler (Milky White), Samara Seaton (Little Red Riding Hood), Rosa Sherlinee (Lucinda), David Thornton (Mysterious Man), and Noah Valdez (Rapunzel’s Prince).
The Stage Manager is City College alumnus Maya Canales, Scenic Design is by City College Professor Duane Gardella, and Costume Design is by Jeanne Reith. Puppet Design is by City College alumnus Bert Rotzler. Lighting and Sound Design are by Mike McCullock.