About Bye Bye Birdie

🎶 Rock Out with SSPA's Sensational Bye Bye Birdie! 🎶

Get ready to be whisked back to the fabulous fifties with the Sierra School of Performing Arts' dazzling production of Bye Bye Birdie! Inspired by the iconic 1963 film featuring Dick Van Dyke, Janet Leigh, and Ann-Margret, this musical is a vibrant celebration of the era. Dive into the story of Albert and Rosie—talent agent and secretary, striving to save Almaelou Music Company after rock 'n' roll sensation Conrad Birdie is drafted into the army. In a wild bid for a national TV sensation, they plan for Conrad to give a "goodbye kiss" to a lucky fan in Sweet Apple, Ohio, live on the Ed Sullivan Show. But chaos erupts when the girl's boyfriend steps in, turning Sweet Apple upside down! Don't miss this electrifying journey packed with rollicking music, spectacular dance sequences, and hilarious antics that salute the golden age of teen idols. It's more than a musical—it's a rock 'n' roll phenomenon! 🌟🎤

Sierra School of Performing Arts

🌟 Experience the Magic of SSPA's Unforgettable Productions! 🌟

Founded in 2005, the Sierra School of Performing Arts began with a simple yet ambitious goal: to provide a creative space where children and adults from Reno and nearby areas could grow and excel under the guidance of professional theater teaching artists. Our journey started with summer camps and theater classes, leading to our first productions featuring both children and adults, supported by a dedicated all-volunteer crew. Fast forward to nearly two decades later, and SSPA now stages large-scale, professional-quality Broadway shows every summer at the Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater at Bartley Ranch, and delightful youth productions each winter. Our casts and crews showcase the finest local talent from the Truckee Meadows region. We also continue to nurture artistic growth through our ongoing theater camps, classes, and workshops for participants of all ages.

Thank you for joining us as we transform the stage into a realm of enchantment and excitement! Known for our exceptional talent and dynamic performances, our productions captivate audiences across all age groups. Each performance is a showcase of our unwavering commitment to the performing arts, bringing both timeless classics and new stories to life with vigor and distinction. From the first note of the overture to the final curtain call, the magic, creativity, and heart of every SSPA production will envelop you. Thank you for supporting live theater and helping it thrive in Northern Nevada! 🎭✨