Theaters in San Diego

Browse Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses in San Diego.

Updated: October 8, 2026

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San Diego has 194 upcoming shows across Broadway theaters, opera houses, and performing arts centers. Next up: October 8, 2026 at Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe. Tickets start at $23, averaging $228. Updated October 8, 2026.

The most complete guide to live theaters in San Diego for 2026–2027.

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Featured Theaters

Browse theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses hosting Broadway, musicals, plays, and live performances across San Diego.

#	Theatre	Upcoming Events	Next Event
1	San Diego Civic Theatre Capacity: 2,967 \| San Diego	112	San Diego Opera: Rigoletto Oct23,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
2	Moxie Theatre San Diego	47	This is Government Oct15,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
3	Balboa Theatre - San Diego Capacity: 1,335 \| San Diego	14	Lucy Darling Oct12,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
4	Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre - The Old Globe San Diego	3	Topdog/Underdog Oct14,20262:00 PM	View Tickets
5	Joan B. Kroc Theatre San Diego	6	Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show Nov15,20264:00 PM	View Tickets
6	The Magnolia Performing Arts Center Capacity: 1,210 \| El Cajon	5	Derek Hough Nov13,20268:00 PM	View Tickets
7	Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe Capacity: 615 \| San Diego	2	Begin Again - Play Oct08,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
8	Epstein Family Amphitheater La Jolla	2	Le Patin Libre: Melt Oct08,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
9	Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center San Diego	2	Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet Dec15,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
10	Viejas Arena At Aztec Bowl Capacity: 12,414 \| San Diego	1	Dancing With The Stars Mar31,20277:30 PM	View Tickets

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: 14

Next Event: Oct 12, 2026

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Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe

San Diego, CA

Live Entertainment Venue

Upcoming Events: 2

Next Event: Oct 08, 2026

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Epstein Family Amphitheater

La Jolla, CA

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 2

Next Event: Oct 08, 2026

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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center

San Diego, CA

Arena

Upcoming Events: 2

Next Event: Dec 15, 2026

Next Event: Nov 15, 2026

Next Event: Oct 15, 2026

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San Diego Civic Theatre

San Diego, CA

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 112

Next Event: Oct 23, 2026

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Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre - The Old Globe

San Diego, CA

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 3

Next Event: Oct 14, 2026

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The Magnolia Performing Arts Center

El Cajon, CA

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 5

Next Event: Nov 13, 2026

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Viejas Arena At Aztec Bowl

San Diego, CA

Arena

Upcoming Events: 1

Next Event: Mar 31, 2027

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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.

Upcoming Shows at San Diego Venues

See what's on at the venues listed below — Broadway shows, ballet, and live events happening soon across San Diego.

Oct
08
2026
7:00 PM
Thu
MUSICAL / PLAY
Begin Again - Play
Begin Again - Play
Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe • 615 seats
Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe
1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 921121363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 92112
From $198Avg. price ~ $228Tickets Remaining: 14
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Oct
08
2026
7:30 PM
Thu
DANCE
Best Value
Le Patin Libre: Melt
Le Patin Libre: Melt
Epstein Family Amphitheater
Epstein Family Amphitheater
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 920939500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093
From $69Avg. price ~ $86Tickets Available: 38
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Oct
09
2026
7:00 PM
Fri
MUSICAL / PLAY
Begin Again - Play
Begin Again - Play
Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe • 615 seats
Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe
1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 921121363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 92112
From $198Avg. price ~ $228Tickets Remaining: 2
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Oct
12
2026
7:30 PM
Mon
MAGIC SHOWS
Best Value
High Demand
Lucy Darling
Lucy Darling
Balboa Theatre - San Diego • 1,335 seats
Balboa Theatre - San Diego
868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
From $74Avg. price ~ $365Tickets Available: 96
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Oct
14
2026
2:00 PM
Wed
MUSICAL / PLAY
Topdog/Underdog
Topdog/Underdog
Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre - The Old Globe
Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre - The Old Globe
1362 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 921011362 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 92101
From $135Avg. price ~ $156Tickets Remaining: 2
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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.