Pageant of the Masters’ Dee Challis Davy keeps 85-year-old institution fresh

Among Orange County’s traditions, Laguna Beach’s 85-year-old Pageant of the Masters holds a beloved status.
The presentation of living pictures draws repeat visitors to its cozy outdoor theater. Under the guiding hand of longtime director Dee Challis Davy, this is no longer your great-grandmother’s pageant.
The 21st-century version features video and projections that enhance the tableaux, presented with narration by South Coast Repertory actor Richard Doyle. This year’s t