The 17th Annual Summer Playwrights Festival will take place from Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 19, 2026. The festival is one of the largest staged reading festivals in the nation, with playwrights from across the country and around the world participating.

• Every performance is followed by a moderator led talkback with the playwright and director.

Saturday July 11th
12pm
Losing Face
Written by Nathan Joe
​Directed by Danny Bernardo
Suggested donation = $18

SPF ALUMNI:
PAST PLAYWRIGHTS have included John Patrick Shanley, Steve Yockey, William Mastrosimone, Harrison David Rivers, Jami Brandli, Lisa B. Thompson, Franky D. Gonzalez, D.L. Coburn, Lisa Loomer, Sharr White, Marisa Wegrzyn, Craig Wright, Wendy MacLeod, Lucy Thurber, Mo Gaffney, Keith Huff, Brett Neveu, Scooter Pietsch, Craig Pospisil, Julie Marie Myatt, and Martyna Majok.

​GUEST ARTISTS have included Bryan Cranston, Jason Alexander, Zachary Quinto, Ann Cusack, Kathy Baker, Jennifer Tilly, Perry King, Rondi Reed, Tom Irwin, Nancy Travis, Gregory Harrison, Gale Harold, Robert Pine, Michael O’Neill, Harold Gould, Jon Polito, James Eckhouse, Lila Crawford, and Zoe Perry.

Shaun officially joins the cast of Paint the Night Electrical Parade at Disneyland, CA on June 24, 2026! ​

From the Disneyland website:
Paint the Night
Located at Disneyland Park
Behold the return of this dazzling nighttime parade throughout Disneyland Park—in honor of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration!
Times: 8:45 PM, 10:45 PM
A Parade of Celebration!
Delight in the return of the Paint the Night parade—an after-dark sensation that ignites the night with electrifying enchantment.

Dare to be dazzled by more than one million brilliant LED lights and popular Disney pals in this technical spectacle, flooding the parade route with stunning colors and fun surprises!

Watch Sorcerer Mickey conjure glittering visions with a wave of his hand while Tinker Bell paints rainbows resplendent with pinches of pixie dust.

See Anna and Elsa from the beloved Disney film Frozen rejoin Paint the Night, as the sparkling Frozen Fractals float returns to the parade for the first time since its initial run.

Be on the lookout for other Disney Characters, reminding us of the wonderful stories from some favorite Disney and Pixar movies—such as Monsters, Inc., Cars, Toy Story, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast and more. Friends that may appear include:

• Ariel
• Belle
• Buzz and Woody
• Mike and Sulley
• Peter Pan
• Rapunzel

Experience a special rendition of the song, "When Can I See You Again” by Owl City, along with tunes from Disney and Pixar film scores and a nod to the original Main Street Electrical Parade.

​With its dazzling combination of high-energy music and state-of-the-art special effects, this radiant procession of luminescent floats, vibrant costumed performers and popular Disney Characters promises fun for the whole family!

Better Together:
A Pixar Pals Celebration!
Located at Disney California Adventure Park
Don’t miss this exciting parade that returns to the streets of Disney California Adventure Park for a limited time— May 16 through August 4, 2025.

Celebrating Disney and Pixar Characters and Stories
See dynamic, colorful floats and more than 2 dozen favorite characters from Pixar Animation Studios films at this exciting parade from Disney Live Entertainment—gracing the streets again in honor of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration.

Enjoy a variety of delightful stories: Red Panda Mei and her friends from Turning Red come together and rock out to their favorite boy band, 4*Town. From Soul, Joe Gardner and 22 bring their worlds together to celebrate the sweet things in life while best buddies Luca, Alberto and Giulia from Luca enjoy their time together at the water’s edge in Portorosso. Plus, Joy and Sadness from Inside Out join the fun riding in Bing Bong’s rocket-powered wagon atop a mound of Riley’s core memories.
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To top it all, watch for floats celebrating the stories of Luca, Turning Red, Up and more, along with a grand finale featuring The Incredibles, Miguel from Coco, Mike and Sulley from Monsters, Inc. and Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story.

Sasha Velour's Velour: a Drag Spectacular costume designer, Diego Montoya Studio, was just honored with Outstanding Costume Design at the San Diego Theatre Critics Circle!

Condragulations to all the nominees this year.

Here's a look at the fabulous costumes from this spectacular:

Ring in the Season
With prancing reindeer, marching toy soldiers, dancing gingerbread cookies and more, A Christmas Fantasy Parade brings the most magical time of year to Disneyland Park!

Delightful Holiday Highlights

• Mickey and Minnie work with Chip ‘n’ Dale to organize an avalanche of letters to Santa.
• Anna, Elsa and Olaf bid you a warm winter welcome from their fantastic Frozen realm.
• Buzz Lightyear rides in a spaceship atop a float with elves, Woody and Jessie.
• The Disney Princesses dance at the Candlelight Ball.

In the grand finale, wave hello to Santa Claus himself. It’s a Christmas fantasy you’ll never forget!

Viewing Tips
Arrive early to find the best-possible viewing spot—especially if you plan to see the show along Main Street, U.S.A.

There are also excellent viewing spots near "it’s a small world" Holiday and Matterhorn Bobsleds.
Know Before You GoA Christmas Fantasy Parade may not occur daily and showtimes are subject to change. Check the entertainment schedule or the Disneyland app for dates and showtimes.

Theme park reservations and valid admission for the same park on the same day are required for park entry. Park reservations are limited, subject to availability and not guaranteed. View important information to know before your visit.

Entertainment, experiences and offerings may be modified, limited in availability or unavailable, and are subject to restrictions, change or cancellation without notice. Park admission and offerings are not guaranteed.
Parade Route