Theaters in San Diego

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

Updated: August 5, 2026
12 Theatres

San Diego has 230 upcoming shows across Broadway theaters, opera houses, and performing arts centers. Next up: August 7, 2026 at Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center. Tickets start at $66, averaging $168. Updated August 5, 2026.

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

230
Upcoming Shows
Aug 7
Next Show
$66
Lowest Price
$168
Average Price
Next show starts in:
The Family Album
Aug 7 · 7:30 PM · La Jolla, CA
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Featured Theaters

Browse theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses hosting Broadway, musicals, plays, and live performances across San Diego.
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Venue
Theatre
Current Event
1San Diego Civic Theatre
Capacity: 2967 | San Diego		111
Hell's Kitchen - The Musical
Aug11,20267:30 PM
2Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe
Capacity: 615 | San Diego		35
Begin Again - Play
Sep06,20267:00 PM
3Joseph Clayes III Stage at Cygnet Theatre
San Diego		24
Dear Evan Hansen
Sep09,20267:00 PM
4Lowell Davies Festival Theatre - The Old Globe
San Diego		19
Much Ado About Nothing
Aug09,20268:00 PM
5Balboa Theatre - San Diego
Capacity: 1335 | San Diego		12
Little Shop of Horrors
Aug15,20267:00 PM
6Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center
La Jolla		7
The Family Album
Aug07,20267:30 PM
7Boulevard Hall
San Diego		5
Serial Killer Speakeasy
Aug28,20266:00 PM
8Epstein Family Amphitheater
La Jolla		2
Siudy Garrido Flamenco Company: Flamenco Intimo
Aug09,20267:00 PM
9Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
San Diego		2
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Dec15,20267:00 PM
10The Observatory - North Park
Capacity: 1100 | San Diego		2
John Cameron Mitchell
Sep20,20266:00 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: 12
Next Event: Aug 15, 2026
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Boulevard Hall
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 5
Next Event: Aug 28, 2026
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Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 33
Next Event: Sep 06, 2026
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Epstein Family Amphitheater
La Jolla, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 2
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: 24
Next Event: Sep 09, 2026
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Lowell Davies Festival Theatre - The Old Globe
San Diego, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 19
Next Event: Aug 09, 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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San Diego Civic Theatre
San Diego, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 115
Next Event: Aug 11, 2026
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Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center
La Jolla, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 10
Next Event: Aug 07, 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.

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.
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Upcoming Shows: 230
  • Aug
    07
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Family Album
    Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center
    Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center
    location92093, 9500 Gilman Drive  La Jolla, CAlocation92093, 9500 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA, US
    From $155Avg. price ~ $16816 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Family Album
    Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center
    Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center
    location92093, 9500 Gilman Drive  La Jolla, CAlocation92093, 9500 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA, US
    From $156Avg. price ~ $16615 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    DANCE
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Siudy Garrido Flamenco Company: Flamenco Intimo
    Epstein Family Amphitheater
    Epstein Family Amphitheater
    location92093, 9500 Gilman Drive  La Jolla, CAlocation92093, 9500 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA, US
    From $97Avg. price ~ $11116 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Much Ado About Nothing
    Lowell Davies Festival Theatre - The Old Globe
    Lowell Davies Festival Theatre - The Old Globe
    location  San Diego, CAlocation San Diego, CA, US
    From $111Avg. price ~ $1114 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    11
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Hell's Kitchen - The Musical
    San Diego Civic Theatre • 2967 seats
    San Diego Civic Theatre
    location92101, 1100 3rd Avenue  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 1100 3rd Avenue San Diego, CA, US
    From $90Avg. price ~ $431Tickets Available: 121
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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.