Balboa Theatre

Video: FELLOW TRAVELERS Comes to San Diego Opera
by Joshua Wright - Jun 11, 2026

San Diego Opera presents FELLOW TRAVELERS, an opera set in 1953 Washington D.C. following a secret love affair amid McCarthyism. Music by Gregory Spears, libretto by Greg Pierce, based on Thomas Mallon's novel.

SILENT MOVIE MONDAYS to Return for Season Three at Balboa Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026

San Diego Theatres announced a seven-film lineup for Season Three of Silent Movie Mondays at the Historic Balboa Theatre, featuring live Wonder Morton Theatre Organ performances, post-screening talkbacks, and titles ranging from Buster Keaton to Laurel & Hardy.

FELLOW TRAVELERS to Make Southern California Premiere at San Diego Opera
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026

San Diego Opera will present the Southern California premiere of FELLOW TRAVELERS at the historic Balboa Theatre in downtown San Diego, featuring baritone Joseph Lattanzi and tenor Andy Acosta as part of the opera's Tenth Anniversary Tour.

Interview: BROADWAY BOUND: MEET THE 2026 BROADWAY SAN DIEGO AWARDS NOMINEES
by ErinMarie Reiter - May 17, 2026

Interview with the Top 20 nominees for the 2026 Broadway San Diego Awards, a competition that awards Best Musical, Best Actor, and Best Actress, with two students advancing to The Jimmy Awards in New York City this June.

Interview: Brett Miller scores METROPOLIS for Balboa Theatre's SILENT MOVIE MONDAYS
by Lucía Serrano - Apr 17, 2026

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.

METROPOLIS To Screen With Live Organ Accompaniment In Silent MOVIE MONDAYS SERIES
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026

San Diego Theatres will screen Kino Lorber's restored METROPOLIS at the Balboa Theatre, with live organ accompaniment by Brett Miller, 27, one of the youngest working artists in silent film accompaniment.

San Diego Theatres Opens Applications for FY27 Balboa Theatre Grant Fund
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026

San Diego Theatres has announced that applications are now open for the Fiscal Year 2027 Balboa Theatre Grant Fund. Eligible local nonprofit arts organizations are invited to apply for funding support for events at the Historic Balboa Theatre.

San Diego Opera Reveals 2026-27 Season - Mozart's THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2026

San Diego Opera has revealed its 2026–2027 season. The season showcases four distinctive works spanning centuries and styles, including The Marriage of Figaro, Rigoletto and more.

Carol Wallace, CEO of San Diego Theatres, Awarded Founders Award for Leadership
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2026

Carol Wallace, CEO of San Diego Theatres, will be honored with the Founders Award for her leadership in revitalizing downtown San Diego. The award recognizes Wallace's significant contributions to the cultural and economic development of the area.

Feature: Carisa Hendrix On Her Most Charming Illusion - Lucy Darling
by ErinMarie Reiter - Mar 14, 2026

Interview with Carisa Hendirx about Lucy Darling, the show 'Simply Darling' currently on tour and coming to the Balboa Theatre in San Diego on March 24th, and creating a community connection for audiences.

Interview: Jane Lynch Talks Friendship, Music and Mischief in THE TROUBLE WITH ANGELS
by Lucía Serrano - Mar 4, 2026

Two iconic TV characters performed by two masters of comedy. The loved-to-be-hated Sue Sylvester from “Glee,” played to perfection by Emmy Award‑winner and TV host Jane Lynch, and the hilariously unpredictable Meredith “Marge” Palmer in “The Office,” brought to life by longtime fan favorite Kate Flannery (also known for her work with The Groundlings improv company), aren’t just pillars of women in comedy—they’re very real people with precise comedic chops that shine through in The Trouble with Angels, a breezy, hour-plus of tune-filled fun at the historic Balboa Theatre on March 15.

Interview: Michelle Azar on Embodying RBG Again for the 'All Things Equal' National Tour
by Lucía Serrano - Feb 13, 2026

Few figures stand out in recent American history like Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. With a tiny frame but seismic impact, she was a historic figure later turned reluctant pop icon.

Daniel Sloss Unveils BITTER North American Theater Tour Dates
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 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.

ALL THINGS EQUAL: THE LIFE AND TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG to Launch Winter-Spring National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

All Things Equal: The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg will launch a 13-city Winter-Spring national tour. Written by multiple Award-winner Rupert Holmes and directed by Laley Lippard, the production stars Michelle Azar who originated the role. 

Silent Movie Mondays at Balboa Theatre to Feature OLD SCROOGE and A DOG'S LIFE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025

Celebrate the season at Silent Movie Mondays at Balboa Theatre with a special double feature of Old Scrooge, starring Seymour Hicks, and A Dog's Life starring Charlie Chaplin.

Interview: Jinkx Monsoon & BenDeLaCreme Are Bringing Holiday Magic to a City Near You
by David Clarke - Oct 29, 2025

Eight years into redefining what a holiday show can be, drag powerhouses Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme are once again decking the halls, and the patriarchy, with a brand-new production of The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show.

EVIL DEAD Live-to-Film Concert Sets 50-City Tour This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 13, 2025

Evil Dead In Concert, a new live-to-film production, will launch September 22 in Buffalo, New York, beginning a run of 50 cities this fall, including a special three-night event in Los Angeles for Halloween.

GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! Adds 40+ Shows After Sold-Out Performances
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2025

Due to popular demand, a second leg of the North American tour of GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! PRESENTED BY WALMART will launch in Macon, GA, on January 14, 2026.

The Simon & Garfunkel Story Returning for 2026 U.S. Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025

The hit theater production The Simon & Garfunkel Story will return to the road in 2026 and will visit nearly 60 U.S. cities, kicking off in Farmington, NM, on January 17.

World Irish Dance Champions to Bring A TASTE OF IRELAND to San Diego
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2025

One of the world’s top Irish dance shows, featuring a starry roster of international dance champions, A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, is coming to San Diego. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.