"GUAC is a potent example of what can be done in the wake of a tragedy that can no longer be described as unthinkable."
Los Angeles Times
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GUAC
April 28 – May 17, 2026
GUAC
Written and Performed by Manuel Oliver
Co-Written by James Clements
Directed by Michael Cotey
Presented in Association with Change the Ref
Executive Produced by Patricia Oliver
Produced by Michael Cotey
Ticket Price (all-in pricing including fees)
Starts at $34.50
Runtime
100 minutes, no intermission.
Friends Ticket Presale
Presale: Wednesday, February 4
Single Tickets
On sale: Tuesday, February 10
A RETURN ENGAGeMENT—BACK BY COMMUNITY DEMAND
GUAC is a fearless, funny, and deeply moving theatrical tour-de-force about a father turned activist seven years after his son Joaquín "Guac" Oliver was killed in the Parkland school shooting. GUAC became completely sold out during its run last fall, and this return engagement allows those who were not able to secure tickets to experience Oliver tell his own, true story, as he channels his love, loss, and rage into a powerful force for change. From pepperoni bacon pizza to air guitar solos, Oliver paints a vivid, unforgettable portrait of a vibrant life cut short—and a father’s relentless fight for a better future.
CTG:FWD
GUAC is part of CTG:FWD. Created by Brindell & Milton Gottlieb Artistic Director Snehal Desai, CTG:FWD is a series of special events and programming at the Mark Taper Forum, the Kirk Douglas Theatre, and throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Significant production support provided by Aliza and Marc Guren.
"Flawlessly executes activism in an approachable and human way."
MD Theatre Guide
GUAC is playing at the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Los Angeles from April 28 – May 17, 2026—bringing to life the story of his son Joaquín 'Guac' Oliver, Manuel Oliver brings to life the realities of gun violence in America in a moving theatrical experience. Tickets on sale now!
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Take Action Nights
Join us at the Kirk Douglas Theatre for one of our Take Action Nights for GUAC. After the show, take part in an engaging space for conversation, resources, and action. Connect and explore meaningful ways to get involved in the fight against gun violence.
April 28 – May 2, 2026
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Manuel Oliver in GUAC at 1st Stage. Photo by Elijah Pelton.
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Manuel Oliver in GUAC at 1st Stage. Photo by Elijah Pelton.
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Manuel Oliver in GUAC at 1st Stage. Photo by Elijah Pelton.
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Manuel Oliver in GUAC at 1st Stage. Photo by Elijah Pelton.
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Manuel Oliver in GUAC at 1st Stage. Photo by Elijah Pelton.
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Manuel Oliver in GUAC at 1st Stage. Photo by Elijah Pelton.
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Manuel Oliver in GUAC at 1st Stage. Photo by Elijah Pelton.
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Manuel Oliver in GUAC at 1st Stage. Photo by Elijah Pelton.
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Manuel Oliver in GUAC at 1st Stage. Photo by Elijah Pelton.
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Manuel Oliver in GUAC at 1st Stage. Photo by Elijah Pelton.
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