The Addams Family Musical
October 2 to November 1, 2026
THE ADDAMS FAMILY features an original story and a dilemma that’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before—keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.
The Salonnieres
November 13 to December 13
In pre-Revolutionary Paris, Madeleine, a girl fresh from the convent, is promised in marriage to an older nobleman to pay off her father’s debts. She flees to the literary salon of her late mother’s friends, aristocratic women who conceal radical politics within reinvented folk tales. When her promised husband shows up, the women must use their wits to save Madeleine. But in the end, the maid Françoise is revealed as the real hero of a story they didn’t realize they were in.
The Savannah Sipping Society
January 8 to January 31
The Savannah Sipping Society is a comedy play about four Southern women who form a bond over weekly happy hours to help each other rediscover their zest for life after facing personal challenges like job loss and divorce. The play follows their journey as they share stories, offer support, and embark on new adventures, all while enjoying drinks in Savannah, Georgia.
The Legend of Georgia McBride
February 26 to March 21
The Legend of Georgia McBride is a comedy by Matthew López about a young, broke Elvis impersonator named Casey in a rundown Florida bar who, after losing his job and discovering his wife is pregnant, is forced to trade his blue suede shoes for drag queen attire to make ends meet, leading to a journey of self-discovery, found family, and reinvention. The play is known for its humor, heart, and uplifting celebration of self-expression, and exploring themes of identity, family, and performance featuring music but not being a traditional musical.
The SpongeBob Musical
April 16 to May 16
Bikini Bottom faces total destruction when a nearby volcano erupts. While the town panics, SpongeBob, Patrick, and Sandy team up to stop the disaster using Sandy’s scientific invention. Meanwhile, villains Plankton and Karen try to exploit the chaos to hypnotize the town.
Clue
June 4 to June 27
Clue is a hilarious, slapstick whodunit based on the iconic 1985 film and classic board game. Set in 1954, it follows six mysterious guests who arrive at the eerie Boddy Manor for a dinner party, only to realize they are all being blackmailed by their host, Mr. Boddy. When Mr. Boddy is suddenly murdered, the guests—Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock, and Colonel Mustard—along with the butler, Wadsworth, race to find the killer before the body count stacks up.
Around the World in 80 Days
Stampeding elephants! Raging typhoons! Runaway trains! Unabashedly slapstick! Hold onto your seats for the original amazing race! Phileas Fogg has agreed to an outrageous wager that puts his fortune and his life at risk. With his resourceful servant Passepartout, Fogg sets out to circle the globe in an unheard-of 80 days. But his every step is dogged by a detective who thinks he’s a robber on the run. Danger, romance, and comic surprises abound in this whirlwind of a show as five actors portraying 39 characters traverse seven continents in Mark Brown’s adaptation of one of the great adventures of all time.
Our 2026-2027 Season
Cabrillo Playhouse returns to its traditional season schedule with six unforgettable shows designed to entertain, inspire, and delight audiences. From comedy and music to mystery and adventure, the new season offers something for everyone and promises another year of live theatre at its best.
Live Theatre in the Heart of San Clemente
Founded in 1953, Cabrillo Playhouse has been bringing live theatre to San Clemente for more than seventy years. Located just steps from Avenida Del Mar, this intimate sixty-four seat theatre offers audiences a unique opportunity to experience high quality productions up close while supporting a long tradition of community involvement in the arts.
Today the Playhouse continues that tradition through a diverse season of comedies, dramas, and musicals produced by dedicated volunteers, artists, and supporters who share a passion for live theatre.
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