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San Diego Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in San Diego from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
Wayne Brady to Perform at The Old Globe's 2026 Gala ESCAPE INTO A FANTASY
The Old Globe announced its annual gala, themed 'Escape Into a Fantasy,' will feature a special performance by Broadway star and five-time Emmy winner Wayne Brady, with proceeds benefiting the theater's Arts Engagement department.
Carlsbad Playreaders Will Present One-Night-Only Staged Reading of MARY JANE
Carlsbad Playreaders will present a staged reading of Amy Herzog's MARY JANE, featuring an all-female cast of five local performers, at Dove Library in Carlsbad, CA.
Exclusive Video: Brittany Bradford and Emma Ramos Go Behind the Scenes of ALIEN GIRLS
BroadwayWorld has your exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at Alien Girls at The Old Globe! Hear from cast members Brittany Bradford and Emma Ramos, as they share of the world premiere play by Amy Berryman and directed by Jaki Bradley.
Trish Santini Named Managing Director at The Old Globe
The Board of Directors of The Old Globe has appointed Trish Santini as Audrey S.
4000 MILES, PRIVATE LIVES, and More Set For Scripps Ranch Theatre's Season 47
Scripps Ranch Theatre announced its 47th season, with Artistic Director Jill Drexler marking 25 years leading the San Diego company.
Contest: Win Tickets to See PURPOSE at La Jolla Playhouse
Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to most awarded play of 2025, Purpose, by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.
Review: LEND ME A SOPRANO at Scripps Ranch Theatre
If you’re in the mood for something light, silly, and a little bit chaotic with a musical flair, “Lend Me a Soprano” won’t disappoint.
Review: ALIEN GIRLS at The Old Globe
“Alien Girls” is a play about friendship—specifically female friendship—in all its messy, contradictory, deeply human glory.
Ryan Scott Oliver's TOMORROW, THE ISLAND DIES World Premiere to Open SDSU
A new musical arrives in San Diego as SDSU’s New Musical Initiative presents the world premiere of “Tomorrow, The Island Dies,” by composer and writer Ryan Scott Oliver.
Interview: Sean Boyd of THE 4TH ANNUAL NEW WORKS FESTIVAL at Trinity Theatre Company
Interview with Artistic Director Sean Boyd, who spoke about this year’s 4th Annual New Works Festival, April 30 through May 3, the power of new works, and why audiences play such a vital role in the process.
Video: First Look at BEAU JEST at North Coast Repertory Theatre
North Coast Repertory Theatre has released first look footage of BEAU JEST, James Sherman's beloved Jewish-American romantic comedy now playing through May 17, 2026 in Solana Beach, California.
La Jolla Playhouse’s WOW FESTIVAL Transforms UCSD Into a Playground of Immersive Performances
Think of the WOW Festival as one giant playground for the imagination—where kids, teens, and grown-ups can all find something to get excited about.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Tickets on Sale at San Diego Civic Theatre
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will play San Diego Civic Theatre for a limited engagement.
Exclusive Photos: Brittany Bradford, Emma Ramos, and Karina Curet in ALIEN GIRLS at The Old Globe
The Old Globe is presenting the world premiere of Alien Girls by Amy Berryman.
NEWSIES Unseats LES MISÉRABLES to Win BroadwayWorld's 2026 Ultimate Movie Musical Bracket
After six weeks of voting, BroadwayWorld readers have crowned Newsies the Ultimate Best Movie Musical in the 2026 edition of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket.
San Diego Arts Groups Rally Against Proposed $11.8 Million Funding Cuts
More than 300 artists, arts leaders, and supporters gathered at San Diego's Civic Center Plaza on Monday to protest Mayor Todd Gloria's proposed elimination of $11.
Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Lamb's Players Theatre
“The Play That Goes Wrong”, now playing at Lamb’s Players Theatre through June 7th does exactly what its title promises, with precision, mischief, and an undeniable sense of fun.
RENT Legacy Revival To Play Diversionary Theatre For 40th Anniversary Season
RENT will return to the stage in a new Legacy Revival at Diversionary Theatre.
THE LARAMIE PROJECT And THE LARAMIE PROJECT: 10 YEARS LATER To Be Presented By Universal Spirit Center
Universal Spirit Center will present The Laramie Project and The Laramie Project: 10 Years Later in San Diego.
Interview: Brett Miller scores METROPOLIS for Balboa Theatre's SILENT MOVIE MONDAYS
San Diego Theatres continues its SILENT MOVIE MONDAYS series with a striking presentation of Metropolis, showcasing Kino Lorber’s most complete restoration of Fritz Lang’s groundbreaking silent film.
Tap Fever Studios To Offer Free Teen Dance Classes In Multiple Styles
Tap Fever Studios is offering free dance classes for teens ages 13-17, covering tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary, and hip-hop styles.
Video: First Look at AUGUST WILSON'S FENCES at The Old Globe
The Old Globe has released first look footage of AUGUST WILSON'S FENCES, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning drama now playing through May 3, 2026 at the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage at the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center.
Review: THE NOTEBOOK at Broadway San Diego
“The Notebook” isn’t aiming for subtlety; it’s aiming straight for your heart.
Review: FENCES at The Old Globe
With this excellent cast and directing, Fences' doesn’t just honor August Wilson’s language—it revels in it while bringing this classic story to life at The Old Globe through May 3rd.
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BEGIN AGAIN The Old Globe (9/06-10/11) |
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Scapin North Coast Repertory (7/22-8/16) |
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Patricia Quinn Balboa Theater (10/11-10/11) |
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Goose – The Band Cal Coast Credit Union Air Theatre (8/13-8/13) |
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LITVAKdance Presents: Dancing Outdoors: Take 4 Celebrating Diverse Forms ICA San Diego North Campus (8/01-8/01) |
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John Cameron Mitchell: Hedwig 25th Anniversary Movie Tour The Observatory North Park (9/20-9/20) |
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The Lion King Civic Theatre- San Diego (2/18-3/07) |
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Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed Comedy Tour 2026 Balboa Theatre (10/10-10/10) |
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Teddy Swims Pechanga Arena (11/13-11/13) |
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Piaf! The Show Balboa Theatre (2/06-2/06) |