RomCom Easter Weekend At Ojai Playhouse

With Appearances by Bowen Yang, Joan Chen, Joel Kim Booster, Michelle Krusiec, Janet Yang, and More

 

March 25, 2026 – The Ojai Playhouse continues its specialty programming with a thoughtfully curated Easter weekend lineup of romantic comedies and genre-defying love stories. Anchored by a trio of acclaimed titles, Saving Face, The Handmaiden, and Fire Island, the selection explores love, identity, and connection across cultures, generations, and genres. Together, the films celebrate queer and Asian American voices while highlighting the Playhouse’s commitment to distinctive storytelling.

The weekend arrives during a milestone moment for the historic theater, which was recently added to the National Register of Historic Places. Originally opened in 1914 and recognized as one of California’s earliest single-screen cinemas, the designation honors more than a century of film exhibition in the Ojai Valley. Since reopening in 2024, the Playhouse has reemerged as a vibrant hub, presenting a diverse slate of programming—from concerts and comedy to film and beyond—alongside free offerings and community-driven events.

On Friday, April 3, Saving Face director Alice Wu will be joined by stars Joan Chen, Michelle Krusiec, and Lynn Chen for a post-screening conversation moderated by Janet Yang, President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Saturday’s screening of Fire Island will include a Q&A with director Andrew Ahn and writer/star Joel Kim Booster, alongside special guest Bowen Yang.

The weekend will also include family-friendly screenings of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, as well as an Easter Sunday presentation of Jesus Christ Superstar.

See the full schedule and purchase tickets at https://www.ojaiplayhouse.com

 

Ojai Playhouse Easter Weekend Screening Schedule

FRIDAY • 04/03

4:00 PM – The Super Mario Galaxy Movie ($15)

7:00 PM – Saving Face ($15)

Followed by Q&A with director Alice Wu and actors Joan Chen, Michelle Krusiec, and Lynn Chen, moderated by Janet Yang

9:30 PM – The Handmaiden (Free, registration required)

 

SATURDAY • 04/04

12:00 PM – The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (in 3D!) ($15)

 

7:30 PM – Fire Island ($15)

Followed by Q&A with director Andrew Ahn and writer/star Joel Kim Booster, with special guest Bowen Yang

 

SUNDAY • 04/05

1:00 PM – The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (in 3D!) ($15)

4:00 PM – Jesus Christ Superstar (Free, registration required)

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ABOUT THE OJAI PLAYHOUSE

Nestled in the heart of Ojai, California—a renowned destination for arts, entertainment, and nature lovers—the Ojai Playhouse is a historic treasure that has stood since 1914 as one of the state’s earliest single-screen cinemas. After a decade-long closure, this cherished landmark was restored and reopened in November 2024, blending state-of-the-art amenities with its enduring charm. The revitalized 200-seat venue now features cutting-edge audio and visual technology, live performance capabilities, and carefully preserved architectural details that honor its century-long legacy. Offering a curated mix of first-run arthouse films, timeless classics, live events, and community gatherings, the Ojai Playhouse serves as a vibrant hub for film, arts, and connection—proudly celebrating Ojai’s rich artistic spirit and cultural heritage for locals and visitors alike.

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