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The Hause Von Karma Presents: A Summerween Spelltacular Drag Show

July 18, 2025

Don’t miss the The Hause Von Karma Presents: A Summerween Spell-tacular Drag Show  on July 18th – The energy at these shows is always electric! Enjoy seeing and hearing some of your favorite Queens and Kings and win the emcee raffles. More details will be coming in the July/August Newsletter, on Facebook, and right here on our website. Performers TBA.

7:00-10:30 PM – July 18, 2025
 Tickets – $20 Advance or $25 at the Door
4-Ticket Value Pack – $65 (Presale Only)

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For more information contact the Dolphin Playhouse by email at  dolphinplayers@gmail.com or leave a message at the theater by calling  541-808-2611.

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The Hause Von Karma Presents – A Drag Workshop

July 19, 2025

The Hause Von Karma Presents: an exciting opportunity to learn more about drag at this excellent workshop. The evening will include segments on drag history, costuming, as well as makeup and performance instruction. Various vendors will be on hand and LGBTQ resources will also be available at the event. Performers TBA.

7:00-9:30 PM – July 20, 2025

Find new outfits from the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Emerald Empire’s drag sale, try out some new moves and songs with drag karaoke, and learn from a couple of performers what the art is about in this family friendly free event. For more information contact the Dolphin Playhouse by email at  dolphinplayers@gmail.com or leave a message at the theater by calling  541-808-2611.

Rushadicus the Cello Goblin

July 20, 2025

Rushadicus, the infamous cello goblin brings his one-man, immersive, improvisational show on July 20th. With experimental cello “metal”, mystical goblin tricks, ample gibbering, and nonstop bejickment, this is a performance not to be missed!

7:00-9:30 PM – July 20, 2025
 Tickets – $15 Advance or $20 at the Door

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For more information contact the Dolphin Playhouse by email at  dolphinplayers@gmail.com or leave a message at the theater by calling  541-808-2611.

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Misery Auditions

July 26-27, 2025

Audition for the thriller based on the 1987 novel by Stephen King,  William Goldman’s adaptation takes us back to the story of acclaimed romance novelist Paul Sheldon, his rescue from a wintery car crash, and finding himself trapped and tortured in the secluded home of his “number one fan”.

6:00 PM – July 26 & 27, 2025

Open auditions are being held at the Dolphin Playhouse for our upcoming production of Misery, which will be performed the weekends of September 26-28 and October 3-5. Auditioners will be asked to cold read sides from the script, which will be provided at the audition. For more information contact the director Talis Slatick at  talis.slatick@gmail.com, or the Dolphin Playhouse by email at  dolphinplayers@gmail.com.

Salute to Songs of the Heart

Aug 1-3, 8-10, 2025

Songs of the Heart is our salute to the enduring charm of musical theatre. Featuring and ensemble of talented local singers, this revue offers a delightful evening of favorite songs that touch the heart. Familiar, surprising, and always entertaining, it’s a celebration of music that promises to leave you smiling.

7:00-10:00 PM – August 1-2 & 8-9, 2025
2:00-5:00 PM – August 3 & 10, 2025
 Tickets – $12 | Seniors & Students – $10 | Children – $8

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For more information contact the Dolphin Playhouse by email at  dolphinplayers@gmail.com or leave a message at the theater by calling  541-808-2611.

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Misery

Sept 26-28, 2025

October 3-5, 2025

Based on the 1987 novel by Stephen King,  William Goldman’s adaptation takes us back to the story of acclaimed romance novelist Paul Sheldon, his rescue from a wintery car crash, and finding himself trapped and tortured in the secluded home of his “number one fan”.

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Stay Tuned! More details about this event will be coming soon. For more information contact the Dolphin Playhouse by email at  dolphinplayers@gmail.com or leave a message at the theater by calling  541-808-2611.

Panto Auditions

October 11-12, 2025

Pantomime is a popular form of theatre that incorporates topical humor, music, and fun family entertainment. Each year the Dolphin Players perform an exciting pantomime based on classic fairy tales, fables, or folk stories. Enjoy being a part of this magical journey and be a part of our cherished yearly Panto tradition.

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Stay Tuned! More details about this event will be coming soon. For more information contact the Dolphin Playhouse by email at  dolphinplayers@gmail.com or leave a message at the theater by calling  541-808-2611.

Party at the Playhouse

October 17, 2025

Party at the Playhouse is our annual fundraiser and an exceptional evening of entertainment. Feel like a VIP as you watch our talented players perform a full theatre production, enjoy wine, beer, and cocktail-style refreshments, and support the mission of the Dolphin Playhouse. 

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Stay Tuned! More details about this event will be coming soon. For more information contact the Dolphin Playhouse by email at  dolphinplayers@gmail.com or leave a message at the theater by calling  541-808-2611.

Panto

December 5-7, 2025

December 12-14, 2025

December 19-21, 2025

Pantomime is a popular form of theatre that incorporates topical humor, music, and fun family entertainment. Each year we perform an exciting pantomime based on classic fairy tales, fables, or folk stories.

Stay Tuned for More Information!

Stay Tuned! More details about this event will be coming soon. For more information contact the Dolphin Playhouse by email at  dolphinplayers@gmail.com or leave a message at the theater by calling  541-808-2611.

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The Dolphin Playhouse

is home to the Dolphin Players. We produce a variety of full theatre productions and special events every season, offer classes, and provide meeting space in our 80-seat venue.

We are located in the Historic Empire District of Coos Bay at the corner of Newmark Ave & Wall St across from Tokyo Bistro.

Find Us At:

Our Playhouse Address:
580 Newmark Ave
Coos Bay, OR 97420

Our Mailing Address:
PO Box 3264

Our Phone: 541.808.2611

Our Email: 
DolphinPlayers@gmail.com

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2026 Season Proposals Needed!

The Dolphin Players are now soliciting proposals for productions and directors for the 2026 season. The Dolphin Playhouse is an intimate theater located in the historic Empire district of Coos Bay. Our season typically includes six productions, and the Dolphin Players are open to all genres.

Past productions have ranged from Cabaret to classic radio. The selection process begins with submission of a play proposal, followed by a presentation to the Dolphin Players board of directors. If a proposal is selected to be part of the season, the director will be supported throughout the process by Playhouse staff. Experience in directing is not required, and unpublished manuscripts will be considered.

For more information and a play proposal form, please contact Alice Carlson, Managing Director, by email at  dolphinplayers@gmail.com or leave a message at the theater by calling 541-808-2611.

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Please Note: 2025 Ticket Price Increase

First Ticket Increase Since Opening
Since opening our doors in July of 2012, there has not been a single increase to our ticket prices. Since that time, many of our operating costs have doubled, but we have and will continue to be determined to provide affordable live theater to our community. Because of these increases, we have reluctantly made the decision to slightly increase the cost of our admission.

We will continue to offer a family rate, and the first Saturday of every run will continue to offer our “Pay What You Can” night, with admission available for your open donation. 

Thank you for your understanding, and for supporting the Dolphin Playhouse and live community theatre.

The new pricing is as follows:

 Adults – $12 | Seniors/Students – $10 | Children Under 12 – $8 
Season/Flex Tickets (6 admissions for the price of 5) for Adults – $60, and Seniors – $50

Seniors & Students
$ 10
adults
$ 12
children under 12
$ 8

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