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Chance Theater
Bette Aitken theater arts Center, 5522 E La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807, United States
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Sa
Review №1

I enjoyed watching the theater, and I always choose this theater in our town for they have affordable tickets and a clean place.

Et
Review №2

They may put on a good show... but they intentionally ignore their subcontractors’ communication and fail to pay on time or respond to phone calls. After that, they sent me a coworker’s check, and then incorrectly spelled my name on my check.This company is a production nightmare when it comes to professionalism for the freelancer.They also force you to sign a contract granting you 2 free tickets to a show, AFTER the show is already over.

Sh
Review №3

Very small theater venue making the experience more personal and intimate. I would recommend this place to anyone that enjoys the finer arts. The play that we got to enjoy was the Wrinkle in Time. The actors were mesmerizing and the use of effects were ingenious. I look forward to taking my family back here to see many more events.

MR
Review №4

Very small theater for plays but well worth going here to see one. Went to see “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and I was totally amused and enjoyed this place and play. You are very up close and they did such a great job that it makes you feel like you are right on the stage. The players all did a wonderful job acting. The props were just really incredible for such a small theater. They have a small bar we’re you can get a drink of anything from hot coca to alcohol and a small snack and they allow you to take insIde while you watch the play. We will return to see another one sometIme as I really like these “little” classy theaters.

Pe
Review №5

Really nice facility. Very pleasurable time. Had a wonderful time. Five stars on my list of places to go.

Ev
Review №6

I saw earlier today Funhouse. It was really good. The layout was nice. It is small but that made it feel more immersive. Really good. Great for a hang out with friends or date night

Gr
Review №7

Two quaint theaters. The Fryda-Mar stage production we saw was very well done with good sight lines and sound quality.

Ca
Review №8

Love this theater :) I love how they make it similar to theaters in Korea. Its very clean and has pretty comfortable chairs! Also they have a lot of nice deals that you can snag up on if you get their membership card.

Ju
Review №9

Great intimate local theater! Their productions are amazing and their series for kids is phenomenal!

Wi
Review №10

Went to see the musical Ragtime. An amazing production done in an intimate theatre. Cast and crew do an awesome job especially Sarah, played by Jen Talton, (my sister). Get your tickets!!!

Ka
Review №11

Beautiful and intimate venue. Attractive lobby. Wine bar. Shows are top notch.

Jo
Review №12

Intimate theater. The show was great. The actors were top notch.

Ra
Review №13

What a great experience!! We saw James and the Giant Peach. Not only where the actors hilarious and maintained character at the end for autograph signings, but the stage sets where beyond what I could imagine. My boys and I had a WONDERFUL time!!

Da
Review №14

Best local theatre. Enjoyable musicals.

Ma
Review №15

Clean, spacious, very inviting. ADA friendly!

Li
Review №16

The play was really cute! I was really entertained! 2 thumbs up!

Al
Review №17

Met the founders almost 20 years ago when looking for a place for my (then) HS daughter to volunteer. Served on the first board, appeared in a few cameos, even provided accompaniment for a couple holiday shows. Productions are high quality, theater draws from a wealth of local talent and there is a core company of Fellows-in-Training, Fellows, Resident Artists, and Council Members that keep the place going. Each season has a mix of musicals, dramas, kid and holiday fare. Check out one show or subscribe and save substantially over a season.

Mi
Review №18

A well run local black box theatre with quality productions. Seating is stadium style with comfortable seats so every seat is close to the stage and has an excellent view. The theatre is well kept and modern. The restrooms are clean. It was a great experience!

Mi
Review №19

Theyre always providing you with a great performance and a warm welcome.

Ch
Review №20

What an awesome theater with great performers. If you get the chance, (no pun intended), go see Lizzy the musical. Just dont take the little ones!

Ro
Review №21

Just saw Ragtime at chance theater. Excellent actors and great live band that together create a great production.

Ge
Review №22

Saw good friend perform there.

Jo
Review №23

We saw James and the Giant Peach and really enjoyed ourselves. Small intimate theater (about 50 seats for the smaller theater), with good viewing. The actors were great and very talented! What fun visuals and songs! Great for kids.

Ma
Review №24

One of the best community theatres in all of Orange County. Their shows are consistently good and keep bringing me back.

Cr
Review №25

Its a small place. Nice plays

J
Review №26

Simply put- The owners despise children. Please do not reward these people with your business, especially if you are a parent. We brought our small child to a CHILDS PLAY (Secret Garden), bought him a ticket, and when he got a little fussy- once- we took him outside. When we brought him back he was fine for 20 minutes, until an employee tapped us on the shoulder and said- You need to come with me right now. Puzzled, we walked with her. She said she had received complaints about our child. Upon really digging- it was HER OWN STAFF that complained. Not a single patron. They kicked out our little one and offered us a partial refund! They take themselves way too seriously and they are bad people, and intolerant of children. Dont sell tickets to a childs play- to a child- and then throw him out for being a child. Please stay away from Chance #Chilrenhaters

Ro
Review №27

AMAZING PERFORMANCE OF JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH!!! Loved the movie growing up and enjoyed the play a lot. The house we watched it in was the smaller one which allowed for the play to be more intimate and more enjoyable!

Ka
Review №28

Do not take a Chance on this theater!!! Staff was rude from the moment we entered the door. I took the family as part of their Christmas gift with 4 children. I thought this would be good family fun for all. We drove over an hour. We saw The Secret Garden matinee. Our smallest child was enjoying the show, when he started to fuss I promptly took him out. We came back in after about 10 minutes and he was quiet and continued to enjoy. Before the end of the first act, I was tapped on the shoulder and the woman from the ticket counter said, You need to come with me. Not knowing why I had to leave, I followed with our youngest and my fiance. She told us that we had to leave and that there had been complaints from the cast and the stage manager about our child, NOT from the patrons. The only thing that was said to me by the woman seated next to me was how cute my son is. When we questioned that the people complaining were not patrons, she said the patrons were looking at us. How would she know, she was at the ticket counter as I saw her there when I came out before. They were unapologetic and rude. I got a partial refund and left with our youngest. If they have an age range policy it should be clearly stated so I never wouldve made the unfortunate trek here in the first place. Merry Christmas was more like Bah Humbug! Secondly, I have made a career in the arts and am writing under a pseudonym. Whilst performing on stage, one must disregard the fourth wall. These actors are doing a musical in a strip mall, not Hamlet in the round.

Sa
Review №29

Fun for a family night out!

Li
Review №30

This is a very small, intimate venue with amazing Productions. We just saw James and the Giant Peach and it was fantastic. The cast was so talented the choreography was excellent and the directing was the best.

Sa
Review №31

This is an exceptional theater. Great performers, good artistic interpretation and overall clean and attractive in design. Would highly recommend to anyone remotely interested in seeing a show not on Broadway.

Ro
Review №32

Saw a fabulous performance of Big Fish, the lead actor / singer /dancer, Jeff Lowe, was particularly stellar! As always fine performances, Direction, and production value at The Chance theater.

Ca
Review №33

My husband and I saw Violet, and the acting and singing were terrific. Very talented cast, especially Violet (Monika Pena) and Old Lady (Janet McGregor). Sound system is terrific, and theres not a bad seat in the house.

Fr
Review №34

Very nice small theater. Enjoyed the show

Wa
Review №35

Lots of talent makes for good shows

An
Review №36

Extremely intimate setting. Wonderful modern edgy plays with high quality actors.

St
Review №37

Super cute theater, it was a pleasure to see a great play right around the corner.

ma
Review №38

Awsome actors

Ja
Review №39

The chance theater is one of the most wonderful places to sit down and enjoy a wonderful play. I recommend it to everyone who wants to watch a great show.

Sa
Review №40

Great venue for an entertaining time in the arts

Ni
Review №41

This place is so much fun. They always have great actors and the people there do a great job at getting everyone involved and having fun.

Co
Review №42

Loved Ragtime!

An
Review №43

Friendly staff, excellent actors, great performances. At the Chance, youre welcomed like family.

Pa
Review №44

My favorite local small live theater. High quality performances.

je
Review №45

Wonderful small theater with really great performance and wonderful use of space.

Ch
Review №46

Great theatre experienceIntimate Venue. Great Quality!

Da
Review №47

A great Equity waiver theater providing quality Productions for the local community

Ma
Review №48

Wonderland-Music, Lyrics and Book by John Blaylock was FANTASTIC! Loved it!

Ja
Review №49

An exemplary little community theater -- with performances that are sometimes edgy and sometimes not -- invariably worthy of your support.

Pa
Review №50

This is a nice theater with a very interesting stage set up.

Si
Review №51

Great shows, hospitality, and quality! Must experience this theatre because youre missing out!

Lu
Review №52

LOVE YOUR PLAY HOUSE ROBERT LUCKY WEIR III

Be
Review №53

Wonderful Gem in Anaheim

Ri
Review №54

Great local Theater .... best in the OC!

Li
Review №55

Great shows!

Mi
Review №56

Impressive production of Ragtime

ma
Review №57

Saw the Fancy Nancy show it was great

Ja
Review №58

Gorgeous! It was above out expectations.

Ty
Review №59

Great show, friendly staff.

LO
Review №60

Great story line and dialogue

Ka
Review №61

Always a great experience!

La
Review №62

Great theater!

Ma
Review №63

Another great production, nice location and great troupe

ri
Review №64

Great

de
Review №65

Enjoyed this place, very warm & friendly folks

Ri
Review №66

Great show and a great cast.

Vi
Review №67

Great Productions in a very intimate environment

Ho
Review №68

Great place....small

Ra
Review №69

Great

Ch
Review №70

Awesome

Ch
Review №71

James and the Giant Peach

Sh
Review №72

Feel like family

cl
Review №73

Nice little theater they put on great plays

Sa
Review №74

Is A Place To Kill the Stress.

Al
Review №75

Awesome venue

Pa
Review №76

Great caliber shows

Pa
Review №77

Love community theater!

Kr
Review №78

Always a delightful experience

Li
Review №79

HUGE talent for this tiny gem of a theatre!

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  • Address:Bette Aitken theater arts Center, 5522 E La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807, United States
  • Site:http://www.chancetheater.com/
  • Phone:+1 888-455-4212
Categories
  • Arts organization
  • Performing arts theater
  • Drama theater
  • Non-profit organization
  • Performing arts group
  • Theater company
Highlights
  • Active military discounts:Yes
  • Live performances:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
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