FAQ | Broadway In The Park

What is Broadway In The Park?
Broadway In The Park is the South Bay's own summer theatre festival featuring a Broadway musical, live community performances, and picnics in the park. Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy an evening of live community arts under the stars.

What is this year's Broadway musical?
Our next production will be announced Spring 2012. The Broadway musical features both professional and amateur actors in a fully-staged presentation.

When are the performances?
Broadway In The Park will take place August 9 - 12, 2012. Gates open at 6:00pm nightly, Pre-Show at 7:00pm and Feature Presentation at 7:30pm.

Where is the venue located?
Performances take place at El Segundo Recreation Park Softball Field located on the corner of Eucalyptus Dr. and Grand Ave. in El Segundo. Main gates are on the Eucalyptus side. CLICK HERE FOR A MAP

Where do I park?
There are parking lots on all four corners of Grand Ave. and Eucalyptus Drive. There are several small lots on Main Street, just two blocks west. You may also find limited street parking around the park. Recreation Park is centrally located in town and we encourage local families to walk to leave room for our out-of-town guests.

What do I need to bring?
All general seating requires guests to bring their own chair or blanket. We have three seating sections available, depending on what you bring: blankets, beach chairs, and regular folding chairs. Our ushers will be on-hand to assist you in finding the right section for your seat. Please coordinate with your family or group to be sure you all have the same type of seating, so that you may sit together.

What's the VIP section?
VIP is a special section where you and your friends can buy seats at a table and picnic together while you watch the show. Ticket includes free drink and dessert. CLICK HERE to learn more.

Is there wheelchair/handicapped seating available?
Yes. We will accommodate guests with disabilities in the front of the Regular Chair Section. Please coordinate with your group to bring regular folding chairs (not low-back beach chairs or blankets) so that you may all be seated together.

How much are tickets? Where can I get them?
Tickets for all of our General Admission sections cost $20. You may also purchase VIP tickets for $40. Tickets are available ONLINE and will be sold at select El Segundo retail outlets and at the main gate on performance nights. General Admission tickets are good for any one of our four performances.

Is this event appropriate for children? Do kids get discounts?
Broadway In The Park is perfect for families to enjoy a night out together! Guests age 5 and under may enter for free. Children ages six to sixteen qualify for discounted tickets at $12 each.

I'm bringing a big group. Are there any special accommodations for us?
Yes! If you are bringing a group of 15 or more, you qualify for discounted Group Tickets and get special perks including early entry and first choice of seating. You can also buy a VIP Table for a special group experience and enjoy reserved seating and free drinks and dessert.

What is the Community Pre-Show?
The Community Pre-Show is a 30-minute showcase of local South Bay performing arts groups, performing on our stage nightly before the main event. From barbershop quartets, to youth theatre, to dance troupes, we are excited to present new local talent each night for our guests. To participate as a Pre-Show group, please click here.

Will there be food at the park? Can I bring my own food?
We will have themed snacks and box dinners available for purchase at the park. Guests may also bring their own picnic dinners to enjoy before or during the performance. We ask that guests please refrain from bringing glass containers.

What happens if it rains?
Our performances are rarely canceled due to adverse weather conditions. Please arrive at the park for the scheduled performance time and dress accordingly. Patrons who choose not to attend a performance that goes on despite weather conditions will not be eligible for ticket refunds or credit.

What happens if a performance is canceled?
If a performance is canceled for any reason prior to intermission, ticket holders will be entitled to attend another performance at no additional cost. Performances canceled after intermission are considered complete. In the event of a cancellation, retain your ticket stub or wristband and contact the Box Office the next day to reschedule.

Can I get a refund or exchange my ticket?
No, all sales are final. Programs, prices, and artists are subject to change. If the performance is canceled before intermission due to weather conditions, ticket stubs or wristbands may be returned the next day for a rain check for another performance.

May I take pictures or video of my child/ friends in the cast?
Guests may take photos or video recordings of the Community Pre-Show performance only. Photography or video recording of the feature presentation is strictly prohibited.

Is smoking permitted at the festival?
Smoking is not permitted inside the festival gates. We ask that guests who choose to smoke do so outside the park.

May I bring my pet to the park?
We're sorry, but pets are not allowed at the festival. Special assistance animals are permitted. We ask that guests with special needs notify our staff at the front gate so that we may accommodate them.