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The Playhouse boasts a Hollywood pedigree (it was founded in 1947 by Gregory Peck, Dorothy McGuire, and Mel Ferrer) and a 1993 Tony Award for outstanding regional theater. With the 2005 completion of a third theater at its UCSD location, the Playhouse plans to run productions, staged readings, and educational programs year-round. The Playhouse is known for its contemporary takes on classics and commitment to commedia dell'arte style, as well as producing Broadway-bound blockbusters. Past world-premiere hits include Billy Crystal's 700 Sundays, Jersey Boys, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The Who's Tommy, and Big River. Subject to availability, discounted tickets ($15 or $20 for musicals) are available for students and seniors (65 and over) in a "public rush" sale 10 minutes before curtain on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday evenings, and Saturday matinees. Box office hours are Monday noon to 6pm, Tuesday through Saturday noon to 8pm, and Sunday noon to 7pm when shows are in performance; Monday through Saturday noon to 6pm when there are no shows running.

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