Why you should see Head Over Heels
Because Entertainment Weekly calls it “a giddy neon anthem of acceptance.”
Because the first version debuted at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, so you know this musical is fun and vibrant and has bona fide theater roots.
Because you got the beat.
Synopsis
This laugh-out-loud love story is set to the infectious music of the iconic ’80s all-female rock band The Go-Go’s, featuring hit songs including “Vacation” and “Our Lips Are Sealed.” Led by the free-spirited Princess Pamela, the royal family journeys to save their beloved kingdom of Arcadia from extinction. Throughout a wild adventure filled with mistaken identities, forbidden romances and unexpected twists, the family learns that the key to their realm’s survival lies within their own hearts. Adorned with vibrant vibes and eccentric energy, Head Over Heels is a rollercoaster ride of fun that reminds us to embrace love in all its forms. You know what they say…we got the beat!
Cast
Basilius: Dylan Bagwell
Gynecia: Caitlin Lawrence Papp
Philoclea: Lauren Berling
Pamela: Catherine Traceski
Dametas: Dave Leon
Mopsa: Gwynnevere Cristobal
Musidorus: TBD
Pythio: Chloë Angst
Ensemble: Clayton Baldwin, Wes Barker, Arin Joseph Coleman, Dane Lentz, Astraea Brown, Francesca Cipponeri, Eva Huertas Colliou and Kaylie Moniz
Details and special events
Head Over Heels previews July 17 and 18, and runs through Aug. 24. (No show on July 20.) Showtimes are Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2 and 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $31-$70 now with no fees. Subscribe now for the 2024-25 season.
Don’t be scared off by the seats labeled “Slightly obstructed.” They have a narrow wooden post partially in view from the seat. Most folks say the experience in our intimate theater is just fine!
Bring a group of 10 or more and get 25% off the face value of each ticket. The discount is automatically applied when 10 or more tickets are in the cart. (Contact the box office if group members are paying separately.) If you are an employee of a fellow theater company seeking industry comps, please email us at least 48 hours in advance. Subject to availability.
Covid protocols:
If you are feeling unwell, please stay home, and don’t worry about your tickets. We’ll be happy to exchange them for another performance, free of charge. Masks are recommended indoors, except for select dates (details coming soon). Learn more about our Covid-19 protocols.
Special events:
Thursday, July 17, 7:30 p.m.: Pay What You Can Preview Night. (Call the box office at 408-295-4200 to name your own price.)
Friday, July 18, 8 p.m.: Preview Night.
Saturday, July 19, 8 p.m.: Opening Night.
Saturday, July 26, 1 p.m.: Club 250 Day! Before the 2 p.m. matinee, we’re hosting a reception for Club 250 members to mix & mingle and enjoy sips & nibbles. Learn more about the club and join.
Sunday, Aug. 3, 2 p.m.: Mask required performance.
Nonprofit partners
City Lights is proud to support two nonprofit partners during this production: Fishnets & Film, and the Institute of Contemporary Arts San José. Stay tuned for info about upcoming special events!
Fishnets & Film has a clear mission to foster and celebrate both the Queer Performance Art and Queer Cinema communties through the production of film festivals, special events, and films. It also vows to remind and enlighten our mainstream community how our LGBTQ+ community members are essential and valuable members of our society.
The ICA San José is committed to serving San José and the greater Bay Area by providing a free, safe and welcoming place for all and supporting artists as valued thinkers, storytellers and creators. “We believe art makes life meaningful and connects people and communities.”
Parking and other info
Should you require ADA parking, email us or add a note to your order to reserve a spot in front of the glass doors. We will accommodate as many as possible. For everyone else, there’s free parking a short walk away. Most ParkSJ garages offer 90 minutes of free parking, and the parking website ParkSJ.org is a great resource providing real-time parking availability, maps and more.
The closest city lot is the First Street and I-280 Lot, under the freeway. Parking there is free on weekends and after 6 p.m. on weekdays.
The theater is wheelchair-accessible; book the ADA & Companion seats when buying tickets.
Due to the intimate size of our theater, we unfortunately are not able to seat late patrons. Thank you for your understanding.