Pacific Conservatory Theatre (PCPA) is excited to announce its 62nd season, delivering an extraordinary mix of intimate storytelling, beloved classics, inspiring new works, and family-friendly favorites. This season promises to captivate audiences with stories that inspire, delight, and enchant, continuing PCPA’s tradition of world-class theatre at the heart of the Central Coast.
The season opens with Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan Macmillan, a deeply moving and humorous play that explores love, loss, and hope through a unique blend of storytelling and audience interaction. Running Oct. 9–26 at the Severson Theatre, the play invites audiences on a journey through life’s small joys — from ice cream to Kung Fu movies — that make living worthwhile.
Following this, PCPA presents the magical Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical, running Nov. 6 through Dec. 21 at the Marian Theatre, with a summer run at Solvang Festival Theater in 2026. Featuring songs from the Academy Award-winning film alongside new numbers, the production brings to life the adventures of Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf in a dazzling display of music, heart, and snow-filled fun.
In early 2026, PCPA offers Shane by Karen Zacarías, a gripping reinterpretation of the classic American Western. Running Feb. 12–March 1, this new play centers on a mysterious gunslinger confronting his violent past while seeking peace in a cattle town. Concurrently, Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure will run Feb. 26–March 15 at the Severson Theatre, delving into themes of justice, hypocrisy, and power with a fast-paced, modern twist.
April ushers in Come From Away, the heartwarming musical based on the true story of 38 planes diverted to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, on Sept. 11, 2001. With performances April 23–May 10 and again in June at the Solvang Festival Theater, this show celebrates compassion and community in times of crisis.
Summer brings Luchadora! by Alvaro Saar Rios, a family-friendly adventure that reimagines the legend of Mulan through the lens of Mexican wrestling. Running June 18–July 3, it celebrates identity, courage, and legacy with humor and high-flying action.
Following that is Beehive — The ‘60s Musical, a lively tribute to the iconic women and music of the 1960s, featuring hits from Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Diana Ross, and more. This energetic production runs July 23–Aug. 23 at both the Marian Theatre and Solvang Festival Theater.
In addition to the mainstage season, PCPA’s InterPlay series offers audiences a chance to experience new plays in development, including Rajiv Joseph’s King James and David Auburn’s Summer, 1976. These staged readings provide an intimate look at bold, emerging works.
PCPA’s Youth and Community Tour will also bring theatre directly to schools with Quetzali by Alvaro Saar Rios, a fun, fast-paced story about friendship and bravery, and El Ermitaño, Pastorela, a beloved traditional Mexican Christmas play performed in Spanish.
Season subscriptions go on sale July 18, offering great savings and priority seating. Single tickets become available Sept. 12. For tickets and more information, visit pcpa.org
