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COME FROM AWAY Will Come to PCPA PhotosCOME FROM AWAY Will Come to PCPA
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(04/13/2026) - PCPA will stage the Tony Award-winning musical COME FROM AWAY, based on the true story of Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, 2001, running April 23–May 10 at Marian Theatre and June 11–27 at Solvang Festival Theater.

New World Symphony Unveils 2026–27 Season With Immersive And Multimedia Progra PhotosNew World Symphony Unveils 2026–27 Season With Immersive And Multimedia Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Santa Barbara

(04/08/2026) - New World Symphony has announced its 2026–27 season under Stéphane Denève. The season features immersive productions, contemporary composers, and major classical works. Performances will take place in Miami and at the Adrienne Arsht Center.

Youthclusive Will Present SING YOUR DREAM at SOhO in April 2026 PhotosYouthclusive Will Present SING YOUR DREAM at SOhO in April 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Santa Barbara

(04/03/2026) - Youthclusive will present SING YOUR DREAM! on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at SOhO Restaurant & Music Club. The program will showcase a range of performers in a concert centered on expression, accessibility, and inclusion.

Photos: Mary Bridget Davies and More in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at ETC PhotosPhotos: Mary Bridget Davies and More in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at ETC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Santa Barbara

(04/02/2026) - Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara is continuing its 47th season A Night With Janis Joplin, created and written by Randy Johnson, and starring Tony nominee Mary Bridget Davies in her portrayal of Janis Joplin. Get a first look at production photos!

Photos: UNNECESSARY FARCE Closes SBCC Theatre Group 80th Season PhotosPhotos: UNNECESSARY FARCE Closes SBCC Theatre Group 80th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Santa Barbara

(03/27/2026) - The Theatre Group at SBCC will present UNNECESSARY FARCE by Paul Slade Smith. Directed by Sara Rademacher, the comedy will run at the Jurkowitz Theatre. The production will close the company’s 80th season. See photos of the production.

Artistic Director/Dean Mark Booher to Retire From PCPA After 27 years of Leaders PhotosArtistic Director/Dean Mark Booher to Retire From PCPA After 27 years of Leadership
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(03/27/2026) - Pacific Conservatory Theatre has announced that Mark Booher, Artistic Director/Dean, will retire from his leadership role in December 2026, concluding his 27-year tenure.

Gilles Vonsattel to Perform Beethoven Sonatas in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara PhotosGilles Vonsattel to Perform Beethoven Sonatas in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(03/25/2026) - Camerata Pacifica will present Gilles Vonsattel in a recital of three Beethoven piano sonatas on April 10 in Santa Barbara and April 12 in Los Angeles. Learn more here!

SBCC Theatre Group to Close 80th Season with UNNECESSARY FARCE PhotosSBCC Theatre Group to Close 80th Season with UNNECESSARY FARCE
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(03/17/2026) - The Theatre Group at SBCC will finish its 80th season with the hilarious comedy UNNECESSARY FARCE by Paul Slade Smith, directed by Sara Rademacher, April 15-May 2, 2026 in the intimate Jurkowitz Theatre.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Continues National Tour PhotosAlvin Ailey American Dance Theater Continues National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Los Angeles

(03/12/2026) - Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will present a series of performances and workshops in New York City and across the United States, starting March 2026. The tour will also introduce the 'Finding Grace' curriculum aimed at schools nationwide.

Photos: First Look at the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE PhotosPhotos: First Look at the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE
by A.A. Cristi - Broadway

(03/10/2026) - In honor of the official opening of the North American tour, producers have released production photos of BEETLEJUICE, the Broadway musical comedy based on Tim Burton’s film.

PILOBOLUS: OTHER WORLDS COLLECTION Takes The Granada Theatre Stage PhotosPILOBOLUS: OTHER WORLDS COLLECTION Takes The Granada Theatre Stage
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(03/04/2026) - The American Theatre Guild will welcome the world-renowned dance theater company PILOBOLUS. Their production, OTHER WORLDS, is part of the 25–26 BROADWAY IN SANTA BARBARA Series.

Josh Johnson Reveals Dates for 2026 Tour JOSH JOHNSON'S COMEDY BAND CAMP PhotosJosh Johnson Reveals Dates for 2026 Tour JOSH JOHNSON'S COMEDY BAND CAMP
by A.A. Cristi - Philadelphia

(03/03/2026) - The Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, and The Daily Show rotating host and correspondent will be embarking on Josh Johnson'S COMEDY BAND CAMP as his next tour, a one-of-a-kind stand up and live music experience that brings together all the community of being in one big band and all the nostalgia of summer camp.

Camerata Pacifica Continues BEETHOVEN 32 With Solo Recital By Gilles Vonsattel PhotosCamerata Pacifica Continues BEETHOVEN 32 With Solo Recital By Gilles Vonsattel
by A.A. Cristi - Santa Barbara

(03/02/2026) - Camerata Pacifica continues its three-year “Beethoven 32” initiative with a solo recital by Principal Piano Gilles Vonsattel devoted to Ludwig van Beethoven’s piano sonatas.

Mary Bridget Davies Stars in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at New Vic Theatre PhotosMary Bridget Davies Stars in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at New Vic Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Los Angeles

(02/26/2026) - Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will present A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at the New Vic Theatre, starring Tony nominee Mary Bridget Davies. The music-driven production explores the life and influences of Janis Joplin.

The Theatre Group at SBCC to Stage A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS in March 2026 PhotosThe Theatre Group at SBCC to Stage A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS in March 2026
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(02/19/2026) - The Theatre Group at SBCC will present A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS from March 4-21, 2026, at the Garvin Theatre.

Los Angeles Master Chorale Reveals Grant Gershon’s 25th Anniversary 2026/27 Se PhotosLos Angeles Master Chorale Reveals Grant Gershon’s 25th Anniversary 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(02/18/2026) - The Los Angeles Master Chorale will mark Grant Gershon's 25th anniversary as artistic director with a special 2026/27 season featuring collaborations with global artists and a lineup of classical masterworks.

PCPA Will Present MEASURE FOR MEASURE This Spring PhotosPCPA Will Present MEASURE FOR MEASURE This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(02/11/2026) - PCPA will bring Shakespeare's most provocative and morally complex play, Measure for Measure, to the Severson Theatre February 26 through March 15, 2026. Learn ore here!

Daniel Sloss Unveils BITTER North American Theater Tour Dates PhotosDaniel Sloss Unveils BITTER North American Theater Tour Dates
by A.A. Cristi - Philadelphia

(02/10/2026) - Internationally acclaimed and award-winning Scottish comedian, Daniel Sloss, has announced North American theater tour dates for his brand-new show, Daniel Sloss: BITTER.

The Theatre Group At SBCC To Continue 80th Season With A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS PhotosThe Theatre Group At SBCC To Continue 80th Season With A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS
by A.A. Cristi - Santa Barbara

(01/30/2026) - The Theatre Group at SBCC will present A Small Family Business by Alan Ayckbourn in March 2026. The production runs March 4–21 in the Garvin Theatre on SBCC’s West Campus and is directed by Katie Laris.

Sphinx Virtuosi and Randall Goosby Will Close Out CAMA's 2025-26 Masterseries at PhotosSphinx Virtuosi and Randall Goosby Will Close Out CAMA's 2025-26 Masterseries at The Lobero Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(01/29/2026) - Community Arts Music Association (CAMA) of Santa Barbara will conclude its 2025-26 Masterseries at the Lobero Theatre on March 12 with a special performance by the acclaimed Sphinx Virtuosi.

Sierra Madre Playhouse to Host Innovative SCI-FI SOUND BATH Event PhotosSierra Madre Playhouse to Host Innovative SCI-FI SOUND BATH Event
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(01/20/2026) - Sierra Madre Playhouse will present SCI-FI SOUND BATH, a unique auditory experience, on February 13. This event combines science fiction elements with relaxing sound bath techniques.

Rubicon Theatre Company Reveals Cast For THE 39 STEPS PhotosRubicon Theatre Company Reveals Cast For THE 39 STEPS
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(01/20/2026) - Rubicon Theatre Company will present the Tony Award-winning comedy thriller THE 39 STEPS, adapted from John Buchan's novel and Alfred Hitchcock's film. Directed by Jenny Sullivan and featuring Joseph Fuqua, the show runs from February 11 to March 1, 2026, at Rubicon Theatre in Ventura.

Santa Barbara International Film Festival To Showcase Three NFB Films By Women D PhotosSanta Barbara International Film Festival To Showcase Three NFB Films By Women Directors
by A.A. Cristi - Santa Barbara

(01/14/2026) - The Santa Barbara International Film Festival will present three National Film Board of Canada films by women directors during its 2026 edition, including two U.S. premieres. The lineup features documentaries by Brishkay Ahmed and Min Sook Lee and an animated short by Hayat Najm.

Elite Theatre Company to Stage WOMEN OF THE NIGHT in Oxnard This February PhotosElite Theatre Company to Stage WOMEN OF THE NIGHT in Oxnard This February
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(01/12/2026) - The Elite Theatre Company has announced its upcoming production of: WOMEN OF THE NIGHT – Digging Holes /She Who Hunts. This work will be presented on the main stage from February 13th to March 8th, 2026.

In Other People’s Shoes To Present Their FIRE STORIES PROJECT Free To The Publ PhotosIn Other People’s Shoes To Present Their FIRE STORIES PROJECT Free To The Public In January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Santa Barbara

(01/02/2026) - In Other People's Shoes Productions will bring staged readings of their Fire Stories Project to three venues in Altadena/Pasadena in late January, to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Eaton Fire.

Photos: SUFFS North American Tour Marches On PhotosPhotos: SUFFS North American Tour Marches On
by Stephi Wild - Broadway

(09/30/2025) - Performances are now underway for the North American Tour of SUFFS, which officially opened in Seattle, WA at The 5th Avenue Theatre on Friday, September 19, 2025. Check out all new photos of the cast in action here!

Photos: The Theatre Group at SBCC Presents YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN PhotosPhotos: The Theatre Group at SBCC Presents YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
by A.A. Cristi - Santa Barbara

(06/24/2025) - To open its 80th season, The Theatre Group at SBCC is presenting the hilarious musical, Mel Brooks’ YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, running July 9-26, 2025 in the Garvin Theatre. See photos of the production.

Photos: JUSTICE: A NEW MUSICAL at Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara PhotosPhotos: JUSTICE: A NEW MUSICAL at Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara
by Stephi Wild - Santa Barbara

(06/06/2025) - Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara is now presenting the Southern California premiere of JUSTICE: A NEW MUSICAL. Check out all new photos here!

Photos: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, A COMEDY at The Theatre Group at SBCC PhotosPhotos: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, A COMEDY at The Theatre Group at SBCC
by Emmy Rice - Santa Barbara

(04/05/2025) - The Theatre Group at SBCC will end the 24-25 season with the new comedy, CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, A COMEDY by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. See the photos here.

Photos: RACHIMANINOFF AND THE TSAR at Ensemble Theatre Company PhotosPhotos: RACHIMANINOFF AND THE TSAR at Ensemble Theatre Company
by Emmy Rice - Santa Barbara

(04/04/2025) - Production photos have been released for the limited engagement of Rachmaninoff and the Tsar at Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara (ETC). Check here for the photos!

Exclusive: First Look at PARADE National Tour PhotosExclusive: First Look at PARADE National Tour
by Joshua Wright - Broadway

(01/22/2025) - BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at photos from the touring production of the recent Broadway revival of Parade is now on tour across the United States. The production is on stage through January 26th, 2025 at Hennepin Arts in Minneapolis.




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