Preparing for 2026
Our 2026 festival season is expanding! We will present 5 mainstage productions, plus more Monday Night Revels (one-night only music, comedians, and more), the Fringe Series (staged readings by our professional actors, and performances by our amazing apprentices), and our annual Christmas production. New this year is our inaugural spring production, a one-person show presented by our own Artistic Director Charles Pasternak: Vincent, on stage at the Veterans Memorial Building in downtown Santa Cruz. The spring performance runs from April 24 to March 10 Summer performances will begin on July 12 in the Audrey Stanley Grove (The Grove) in Santa Cruz’s DeLaveaga Park, with the holiday production of A Christmas Carol taking place in November and December at the Veterans Memorial Building.
The productions of the 2026 season include:
- Vincent by Leonard Nimoy
- Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare
- Macbeth by William Shakespeare
- Fences by August Wilson
- Private Lives by Noel Coward
- The Last Five Years by Jason Robert Brown
- A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
The 2026 Fringe Series and the Monday Night Revels line-up with will be announced at a later date. Stay tuned!
Enjoy Member Perks
SCS is a major community success that continues to grow, and your membership is key. It enables us to create the theatre experience you want and provides the artists the resources they need to produce quality productions to reach and inspire new audiences. As a valued member of the SCS family, you’re offered a variety of benefits.
An Experience Like No Other
Santa Cruz Shakespeare performs at The Audrey Stanley Grove at DeLaveaga Park. Come early and enjoy the full outdoor theatre experience! Bring your own picnic basket, wine & beer, and see the wonderful views from our picnic bluff dining area while you enjoy a relaxed pre-show dinner. You may also purchase food and drink from our concessions partners.
New Food Options at the Grove!
LINE 38 is Santa Cruz Shakespeare's new food and drink experience at the Grove. Come enjoy a variety of tasty bites and classic favorites. Sip on your favorite glass of local wine or a refreshing specialty cocktail.
LINE 38 is offering an elevated menu using fresh local ingredients for you and your guests. Join us at the bar for a snack and a drink or enjoy yourself in the beer garden for our full menu and opening night specials.
Join the Excitement at Santa Cruz Shakespeare!
SCS Members enjoy early access to tickets, exclusive discounts, and other great perks!
