TOP 30 Theatre in Santa Barbara, California

SB Comedy Hideaway is a premier comedy club located at 1203 State Street in Santa Barbara, California. After a successful run of sold-out shows in 2023, the 2024 Season is set to return soon at Benchmark. Get ready for big theatre shows featuring headlining comedians from Comedy Central, HBO, Netflix, and more! Past performers have included top talents in the comedy industry, and weekly shows are held on Fridays at 9pm. Between 2009 and 2019, Comedy Hideaway established itself as the go-to comedy club in Santa Barbara. After a brief hiatus during 2020-2022, the club is now back at its new home on State Street, next to Benchmark Eatery and across the street from the Granada Theatre.

The Dowell Acting Studio, located at 11 West Arrellaga Street in Santa Barbara, California, is a renowned institution known for its innovative and effective teaching methods. Led by the talented Wana Dowell, the studio offers workshops and improv techniques that make learning the craft of acting both easy and enjoyable. Students are equipped with the necessary tools to excel in various performance environments, while also learning the importance of balancing exterior character presentation with interior emotions and motives. Wana Dowell's expertise in theatre arts programs is evident in her ability to create a learning environment that is not only educational but also entertaining. Whether working with adults or children, Wana ensures that her students focus on interaction, communication, relationship development, and historical perspectives of society. Her approach to teaching is a win-win for all involved.