Melodrama in the heart of Gold Country
"Mrs. Waldecott and the Christmas Spirits" ..or.. "The Coloma Christmas
Speck-tacular!"
Performances: Nov 29th - Dec 22nd
Note: Evening shows now start at 7:30!
Parking is limited so arrive early!
Speck-tacular!"
Performances: Nov 29th - Dec 22nd
Note: Evening shows now start at 7:30!
Parking is limited so arrive early!
The Mayor asks Coloma's greatest Ghost hunters to be Grand Marshal's of the Christmas Parade. But a Villainess descends on the town just before Christmas. Troubled by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future, can our two heroines stop the Villainess's plot in time for Christmas? Will the parade go on in time?
As predicted, our FOUR MATINEES for the upcoming Christmas Melodrama,
"Mrs. Waldecott & the Christmas Spirits!" Or "The Coloma Christmas Speck-tacular!" are going QUICKLY!
Please consider Friday or Saturday Evening Shows, when planning your holiday trip to Coloma! The Show begins at 7:30pm, with doors opening on Friday & Saturday evenings at 7pm.
REMAINING SHOW DATES
Saturday 12/7- Evening show: 7:30 pm
Sunday 12/8 - BEST DAY FOR MATINEE! 2 pm show
Friday 12/13 - Evening show: 7:30 pm
Saturday 12/14 - Evening show: 7:30 pm
Sunday 12/15 - ALMOST SOLD OUT! MATINEE! 2 pm show
Friday 12/20 - SOLD OUT!
Saturday 12/21 - Evening show: 7:30 pm-Good seats available
Sunday 12/22 - SOLD OUT!
Prices are the same, whether you see the Evening Shows or the Matinees. The Show is two-hours with an intermission.
We open "Black Friday," November 29th. So, if shopping and crowds aren't your thing, after Thanksgiving; get into the Holiday spirit with us!
Mrs. Waldecott, our Heroine
Lacky, the Heroine's sidekick
His Honor William R. Cashman, Mayor of Coloma
Twoa Waldecott, our Villainess
Mr. Flabberghast, the mayor's nephew and one of the narrators.
The Villainess's assistant, and our narrator.
One of our Townsfolk, and the Ghost of Christmas Past.
One of our Townsfolk and the Ghost of Christmas Present
One of our Townsfolk, and "Dasher."
One of our Townsfolk, and "Dancer."
One of our Townsfolk.
Doors open at 7:00 pm Show starts at 7:30 pm
Doors open at 1:30 pm Show starts at 2 pm
Olde Coloma Theatre
380 Monument Rd. Coloma Ca 95613
(530)-626-5282
Note: Parking is tight so be there early.
"She's in His Line of Fire"
...or...
"The Biggest Shot in Coloma"
Written by: Melanie Nance
**Tickets on sale April 1**
## No Matinee Sunday May 5 ##
"The Whirling Dervish of Coloma"
...or...
"Ladies, Gentleman and Others"?
Written by: Jason Boyer, Beth LaBean, Mellissa Griffin and Ruby Jean DeQuiroz
** Tickets NOW on sale **
## No Matinee Sunday July 7 ##
"A Werewolfs Tail"
...or...
"Hilda's Haunted Hilltop"
Written by: Melynda Tipton
**Tickets on sale 8/27**
## No Matinee Sunday Sept. 29 ##
"Mrs. Waldecott and the Christmas Spirits"
...or...
"The Coloma Christmas Speck-tacular"
Written by: Jason Boyer and Beth LaBean,
** Tickets on sale Oct 22 **
**December 20th **SOLD OUT**
**December 22nd **SOLD OUT**
December 8th good seats available for Matinee
Check out our video about projects to be completed at the Theatre.
We are a 501c3 Non-profit Corporation (Non-profit Tax ID# 94-2447046.) 100% of your donations go directly to preserve our historic building, now beginning it's 52nd Season as a Melodrama Theatre in Coloma!
MATCHING FUNDS: Every dollar you donate could be two with our matching funds grant. All donations are tax deductible. Please use the "Donate Now" button below or click here for our GoFund Me page:
Please help us keep the theater alive for another 50+ years as we are all volunteers and could use your support. All donations are 100% used towards the theatres upkeep and improvements. Other than a small stipend for the piano player, Olde Coloma Theatre has no paid positions, just volunteers. Any donation, small or large, is appreciated. You can also mail a check directly with your donation to:
Olde Coloma Theatre
Attn: Building Fund
PO Box 472
Coloma, Ca 95613
See below for our projects. Thanks to all of you who can help!
**Update** We were able to remove the large tree in the parking lot, the one in front and 4 behind the theatre. We have 2 other trees that need to be trimmed due to their large branches*** The trees needed to be removed and trimmed to provide defensible space for fire protection, safety and compliance for fire insurance. Our fire insurance increased substantially this year.
Completed clearing the drain channel of stumps and debris. More work needs to be done to prevent flooding. Long term goal is to install a French Drain.
The siding on the building has become a literal haven for critters. Our goal is to replace the siding with fire resistant material that critters can't chew into. We've completed Phase one and two and are now raising funds for Phase 3 which includes the right mid to rear section of the building. Phase 4 will include the remainder of the building.
“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
Please go to the Ca. DOJ https://rct.doj.ca.gov/Verification/Web/Search.aspx?facility=Y and search under FEIN# 942447046 (sometimes you have to enter it twice).
Jason Boyer
Alisha Murry
Dennis Murry
Ruby De Quiroz
Beth LaBean
Melissa Griffin
Danny Moreno
As a small community theatre we are always looking for help with things like: Help with ongoing building repairs and construction.
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!
For inquiries about venue availability or our upcoming events, send us a message.
We will get back to you soon!
Mailing address:
Olde Coloma Theatre
PO Box 472
Coloma, Ca 95613