As with many local businesses and residences, our fire insurance carrier notified us we are now in a "fire zone" and they would not renew next years policy. We are currently receiving quotes for a new policy and are shopping for the most cost effective options for the 2024 season. Several of our kind patrons, have suggested "donations" or "Go-Fund Me" accounts, for the purchase of "new insurance." While we greatly appreciate the generosity expressed in these offers, (and the Theatre will always take donations at any of our Shows,) we don't currently have an agreed upon "price tag" with a carrier, to raise funds for.
We will endeavor to explore all of our policy options, and open our 2024 Season (our 52nd year!) next Spring. Again, our thanks for your thoughtful inquiries. And Merry Christmas!
The Board of Directors of the Coloma Crescent Players, Inc.
Doors open at 7:30 pm Show starts at 8 pm
Doors open at 1:30 pm Show starts at 2 pm
Olde Coloma Theatre
380 Monument Rd. Coloma Ca (530)-626-5282
Note: Parking is tight so be there early.
"Not Worth Their Weight in Sterling"
OR
"Are YOU Worthy?"
Written By: Robert Haynes
Additional Material: Ruby Jean DeQuiroz, Jason Boyer & Beth LaBean
"Pirates Too: The Captains Triangle"
OR
"No Time For Lowtide"
Written by: Jason Boyer and Beth LaBean
"Hilda's Haunted Retirement Home"
OR
"Remember The Golden Fool!"
Written by: Melynda Tipton
Christmas Show
"Twice Upon a North Pole Christmas"
OR
"There's Snow Time Like the Present"
Written by: Melynda Tipton
Olde Coloma Theatre
380 Monument Road,
Coloma, California 95613
Show Run:
TBD
No preparation needed. No experience necessary. Just show-up, and be ready to read out loud!
We can't wait to see you at Auditions!
“Rush To Find The Riches” or "Looking For The Gold Within Yourself”
In this educational program we take a step back in time to gold rush era Coloma where we not only learn gold facts, we also meet some of the California gold rush’s most notable characters. In true melodrama fashion this is a fully interactive experience where we boo and cheer… heck, you might even get the chance to become a part of the show.
This Program fits 4th Grade California History Curriculum Requirements. These Performances are booked for individual groups February through June, Tuesday – Friday 9:30a – 4:00p (Some Evening bookings available upon request). Each Performance Ranges Between 50 – 70 Minutes in Length depending on the Amount of Student Participation (we can custom fit the length of your performance to fit your scheduling needs within reason).
This show is for school sponsored education programs only and tickets are not available at the box office. Please contact us at (530) 626-5282 or Email us below for more information.
1939: It was first erected on San Francisco's Treasure Island for the Golden Gate International Exposition by the Division of Natural Resources as their exhibit building.
1941: The building was disassembled and with care moved to Mt. Danaher and given new life as barracks for the California Division of Forestry Rangers.
1968: The building was scheduled to be burned to the ground in a fire fighting exercise. Upon hearing of it's plight our founder, June Scott, campaigned and lobbied the state. All her hard work finally paid off and then Governor Ronald Reagan sold June the building for $1.
1972: After lots of fundraising and dedication by June and our community, the doors opened and Melodrama in Coloma began.
2022: We celebrated our 50th anniversary.
Promote and encourage the art of traditional melodrama in a community theatre atmosphere
Offer a Gold Rush Education Component to our programming for school districts
To encourage talents in all aspects of theatre arts
Participate in Community affairs and enrichment
To provide for and maintain the Olde Coloma Theatre
As a small community theatre we are always looking for help with things like:
Stage Crew, Concession Counter Help, Makeup, Hair, Grant Writer, Fundraisers, Videographer/Photographer, Sewing/Mending, Pianists/Musicians, Set Builders, Carpenters, Grounds Keeping.
Come join our theatre family. You are welcome here!