Theaters in San Diego

Updated: June 28, 2026

Explore theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, and cultural venues in San Diego and nearby areas. Discover Broadway shows, plays, musicals, ballet, opera, and live performances.

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All Theaters
Theaters by Type
Theater Venue Types
About Theaters
Theaters FAQ

Featured Theaters

Browse theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, and cultural venues hosting Broadway productions, plays, musicals, ballet, opera, concerts, and live entertainment throughout San Diego and surrounding areas.
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Venue
Theatre
Current Event
1San Diego Civic Theatre
Capacity: 2967 | San Diego		117
Beauty and The Beast
Jul07,20267:30 PM
2Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe
Capacity: 615 | San Diego		31
North By Northwest
Jul03,20267:00 PM
3Lowell Davies Festival Theatre - The Old Globe
San Diego		34
Measure for Measure
Jun30,20268:00 PM
4Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center
La Jolla		17
The Family Album
Jul22,20267:30 PM
5Balboa Theatre - San Diego
Capacity: 1335 | San Diego		13
San Diego Opera: Fellow Travelers
Jul10,20267:30 PM
6Joseph Clayes III Stage at Cygnet Theatre
San Diego		11
The Spongebob Musical
Jun30,20267:00 PM
7Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre - The Old Globe
San Diego		3
Cyrano - Play
Jul26,20262:00 PM
8Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
San Diego		2
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Dec15,20267:00 PM
9The Observatory - North Park
Capacity: 1100 | San Diego		2
John Cameron Mitchell
Sep20,20266:00 PM
10Music Box - San Diego
Capacity: 700 | San Diego		1
Shwayze
Jul10,20269:00 PM
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All Theaters in San Diego

Find theaters by location, venue type, capacity, neighborhood, or upcoming performances. Explore venue details, seating information, and live performance schedules.
Balboa Theatre - San Diego
San Diego, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 13
Next Event: Jul 10, 2026
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Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 33
Next Event: Jul 03, 2026
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Epstein Family Amphitheater
La Jolla, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Aug 09, 2026
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
San Diego, CA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 2
Next Event: Dec 15, 2026
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Joseph Clayes III Stage at Cygnet Theatre
San Diego, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 12
Next Event: Jun 30, 2026
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Lowell Davies Festival Theatre - The Old Globe
San Diego, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 32
Next Event: Jun 30, 2026
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Main Room at Mic Drop Comedy
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Oct 03, 2026
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Music Box - San Diego
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Jul 10, 2026
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San Diego Civic Theatre
San Diego, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 117
Next Event: Jul 07, 2026
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Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center
La Jolla, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 21
Next Event: Jul 22, 2026
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Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre - The Old Globe
San Diego, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 3
Next Event: Jul 26, 2026
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The Observatory - North Park
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 2
Next Event: Sep 20, 2026
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Theaters by Type

🎭 Broadway Theaters

Venues hosting Broadway productions, musicals, and touring shows.

🏛️ Performing Arts Centers

Multi-purpose venues for theater, dance, music, and live entertainment.

🎼 Concert Halls

Classical music, orchestra performances, and special events.

🩰 Ballet Venues

Ballet productions, dance performances, and cultural events.

🎶 Opera Houses

Opera productions, classical performances, and special programs.

🎬 Historic Theaters

Landmark venues hosting live performances and special events.

🎟️ Regional Theaters

Professional productions, touring shows, and local performances.

🎨 Cultural Centers

Theater, music, dance, and community arts programming.

Theater Venue Types

Where Live Performances Take Place

Venue Type Events
Broadway Theaters Broadway shows and touring productions
Performing Arts Centers Theater, dance, music, and cultural events
Concert Halls Classical music and orchestra performances
Opera Houses Opera and vocal performances
Ballet Venues Dance and ballet productions
Regional Theaters Plays, musicals, and local productions
Historic Theaters Live entertainment and special events
Cultural Centers Arts programming and community events

About Theaters

Performing Arts Venues in San Diego

Theaters in San Diego include Broadway venues, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, and cultural institutions. Explore locations throughout the region hosting musicals, plays, dance performances, opera, orchestral concerts, and other live entertainment.

San Diego Theaters FAQ

Common Questions About Theaters

What types of theaters are included?

The directory includes Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, regional theaters, and cultural centers.

Can I see upcoming performances at each venue?

Yes. Theater pages include upcoming shows, performance schedules, dates, and ticket information when available.

Are theaters located only in San Diego?

No. Listings may include nearby suburbs, cultural districts, and regional performing arts destinations.

What events take place at performing arts centers?

Performing arts centers may host Broadway shows, plays, ballet, opera, concerts, comedy shows, and special events.

Do theater pages include seating information?

Many venue pages include seating details, accessibility information, venue capacity, and ticket options.

Are opera houses and ballet venues included?

Yes. Opera houses, ballet theaters, and dance venues are included when available.

Can I find historic theaters?

Yes. Historic and landmark theaters hosting live performances may be featured.

How often are theater listings updated?

Venue information and performance schedules are updated regularly as new events are announced.