The Southern California regional theatre premiere of the Tony Award-winning, ‘”Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” is the second show of its 2023-2024 “Soundtrack of Your life” season and it’s HERE! . You are all in for a delightful time at the theatre.

The musical follows the heartening true story of one of the most successful songwriters/artists in music history. The musical includes King’s biggest hits to tell her career story, which began with Gerry Goffin as her songwriter partner. The musical also touches on the subject of infidelity, which led to King’s solo career. The musical uses a concert style approach at some points to engage the audience and create a fun sensation.

Director David Ruttura dazzles in production value as he puts you right in front of the action with memorable scenes that absorb all your energy and make you feel each character’s emotions and desires. Ruttura also delivers instinctive blocking that used throughout the space that showcases every single actor’s talent. Although he does offer the freedom of expression to the ensemble, at moments it can be distracting from the main action that needs the full focus. Choreographer Joyce Chittick takes you on a ride throughout decades, organically remolding each style and making it her own.

Sara Sheperd who delivers an extraordinary portrayal as Carole King is very believable when is playing an older Carole King. Sheperd is a powerhouse when she sings, but needs to revise her piano techniques as for almost all her piano performances, you could hear her fingers tapping on the fake piano. Sheperd nails a deep connection with Miles Jacoby who plays her husband and always follows up with emotional musical numbers. Jazz Madison, Fatima El-Bashir, Rosharra Francis and Briana Brooks glow together when performing memorable tunes, and also leave it all on the dance floor when they faced Joyce Chittick impressive choreography. Chittick and Ruttura gives each ensemble member their moment to shine, offering each individual a chance to showcase their talent.

“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” is a dynamic musical that delivers an immersive theatre experience with high level talent, beautiful sets, and vivid lighting. From the moment, the first musical number begins, you are embraced in Chittick and Ruttura unique take on the material, offering a feeling of delight and wonder.

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical will play at La Mirada Theatre Nov. 10 – Dec. 3, 2023. To Buy tickets, click here!