Palm Canyon Theatre Segment - February 8, 2026

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PALM CANYON THEATRE w/ Derik Shopinski Business Manager, Actor, Director, Costume Designer, Dancer re; 538 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., P.S.

- REPORT on the success of the latest productions. Joey’s review of December’s “Annie”- Palm Canyon Theatre’s production of “Annie” is exactly what a Holiday show should be — warm, funny, familiar, and filled with that hopeful sparkle we all seem to need a little more of these days. It’s especially meaningful for me personally.

Fifteen years ago, my own grand-girl, Shelbey Mae, played Annie on that very stage — red dress, curls, and all. Walking into the theatre last night felt like stepping into a lovely memory.

Fast-forward to 2025, and this year’s little star, Sierra Petrilla carries the role with pure charm.

She’s got terrific comedic timing, real acting chops, and a surprisingly powerful voice for someone her age. (AND she works well w/ animals..i.e. the dog Sandy) The girl is a natural — confident, expressive, and completely at home center stage. Watch for her… she’s going somewhere far beyond Daddy Warbucks. www.palmcanyontheatre.net.

Rest in Peace

- REPORT on the upcoming shows;

HOLD THE DATES”

1. Now – Mar., 1; Hair

2. Mar., 13 – Ap., 5, ’26; – Sunset Blvd

3. Ap., 17 – 26, ’26; Kiss of the Spider Woman

4. May 8 – 17, ’26; The Ritz

5. May 22 – 24, ’26; The Merry Widow

6. July 17 - Aug., 2, ’26; The Wizard of Oz

- DISCUSSION of KIDS SUMMER CAMP EACH YEAR; 6 weeks from June 23 – Aug., 2. Partnering w/ P.S.U.S.D. You can “drop in” and “drop out”. Will be doing weekly “productions”. $225./week. Monday thru Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM. Lunch hour. Discussion of the different classes. May do more productions in ’26.

- (contact info: www.palmcanyontheatre.org and (760) 323-5123)

Derik