GUAC

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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: July 9, 2025

Single Tickets

On sale: July 23, 2025

When you lose a son, what do you do?

If you're Manuel Oliver, you turn grief into action.

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 shooting, Manuel Oliver 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. Both a celebration and a rallying cry, GUAC pulls zero punches and speaks to anyone who has ever loved, lost, or dreamed of making a difference.

"Oliver’s ability to transform his grief into art on stage left viewers in awe."

The Hilltop

"Flawlessly executes activism in an approachable and human way."

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Showtimes & Tickets

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Show Details

Our ACCESS program is committed to accessibility for all audiences. We offer a number of services to accommodate persons requiring mobility, vision, and hearing access.

One Saturday matinee for every mainstage Center Theatre Group production is designated as an ACCESS performance. These performances are designed for patrons who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, and/or have low vision. ACCESS performances at the Ahmanson Theatre, Mark Taper Forum, and Kirk Douglas Theatre all offer American Sign Language interpretation and Audio Description.

Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 1PM

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GUAC contains flashing lights, strobe, sudden loud noises, and discussion of gun violence in schools. GUAC includes the sound of a fire alarm, which is simulated and does not require evacuation.

You can find age recommendations, study guides and other resources on each show page. You can also check out Education & Engagement activities!

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The Kirk Douglas Theatre is located at 9820 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232.

Generous metered street parking is available on Washington, Culver, and Venice Blvds. Meters run until 8pm and are free on Sundays.

Free three-hour covered parking at Culver City City Hall with validation, which can be processed in the Douglas lobby. Make sure to bring your parking ticket with you to the theatre. The parking rate is $1 for each 30 minutes thereafter. Enter on Duquesne Ave.

Alternatively, you may use the parking structures on Watseka Ave or Cardiff Ave, between Venice Blvd and Culver Blvd, or in the Ince Blvd parking structure, with entrances on Washington Blvd. and Culver Blvd. There is also a public valet parking station on Culver Blvd, half a block from the rear of the theatre.

Promotions & Events

Take Action Nights

Join us at the Kirk Douglas Theatre for one of our Take Action Nights for GUAC. After the show, enjoy complimentary drinks and take part in an engaging space for conversation, resources, and action. Connect with activist organizers and explore meaningful ways to get involved in the fight against gun violence.

Tuesday, October 14 at 7:30PM
Wednesday, October 15 at 7:30PM
Thursday, October 16 at 7:30PM

Use code TAKEACTION for $25 tickets with no fees.

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Pay What You Want

Thursday, October 23 at 7:30PM

Join us for a Pay What You Want performance on Thursday, October 23 at 7:30pm! Tickets can be purchased at the Kirk Douglas Theatre Box Office on the day of the performance, starting at 5:30pm. These tickets are available on a first come, first served basis.