The Lobero Theatre Shows 2026–2027

Browse upcoming theatrical performances and live stage shows at this venue in Santa Barbara.

The Lobero Theatre is a live performance venue in Santa Barbara, serving local and visiting audiences, hosting theatrical productions, music-based shows, and touring stage performances. This page provides an overview of upcoming shows at The Lobero Theatre with event dates and venue-specific details.
Last updated: July 15, 2026.

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Upcoming Shows at The Lobero Theatre

Upcoming Shows: 14
Browse upcoming theatrical performances, musicals, and stage productions at this theater.
  • Live Theater Shows
    Jul
    19
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    Garcia Dance Studio Summer Showcase
    The Lobero Theatre
    Santa Barbara, CA, US
    From $40
    Avg. price ~ $55
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  • Live Theater Shows
    Aug
    01
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Sat
    State Street Ballet Academy: A Celebration of the Decades
    The Lobero Theatre
    Santa Barbara, CA, US
    From $46
    Avg. price ~ $55
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  • Live Theater Shows
    Aug
    07
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    The Lobero Theatre
    Santa Barbara, CA, US
    From $74
    Avg. price ~ $133
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  • Live Theater Shows
    Sep
    11
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    Selah Dance Collective: The Stranger and Beethoven's Tango
    The Lobero Theatre
    Santa Barbara, CA, US
    From $84
    Avg. price ~ $90
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  • Gary Gulman: 7th Hour
    Oct
    05
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Mon
    The Lobero Theatre
    Santa Barbara, CA, US
    From $98
    Avg. price ~ $134
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  • Trae Crowder
    Oct
    10
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    The Lobero Theatre
    Santa Barbara, CA, US
    From $37
    Avg. price ~ $79
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  • Opera Santa Barbara: Rigoletto
    Nov
    06
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    The Lobero Theatre
    Santa Barbara, CA, US
    From $65
    Avg. price ~ $150
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  • Opera Santa Barbara: Rigoletto
    Nov
    08
    2026
    2:30 PM
    Sun
    The Lobero Theatre
    Santa Barbara, CA, US
    From $89
    Avg. price ~ $170
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  • Opera Santa Barbara: Rigoletto
    Nov
    10
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    The Lobero Theatre
    Santa Barbara, CA, US
    From $46
    Avg. price ~ $149
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  • Opera Santa Barbara: The Barber of Seville
    Feb
    19
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    From $73
    Avg. price ~ $157
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  • Opera Santa Barbara: The Barber of Seville
    Feb
    21
    2027
    2:30 PM
    Sun
    From $89
    Avg. price ~ $174
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  • Opera Santa Barbara: The Barber of Seville
    Feb
    24
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    From $45
    Avg. price ~ $141
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  • Opera Santa Barbara: Riders of the Purple Sage
    Apr
    23
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    From $71
    Avg. price ~ $142
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  • Opera Santa Barbara: Riders of the Purple Sage
    Apr
    25
    2027
    2:30 PM
    Sun
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $152
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About The Lobero Theatre

The Lobero Theatre hosts a variety of live stage performances including theatrical productions, music-based shows, and touring events. The venue offers an intimate setting for audiences to experience live entertainment throughout the year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of shows actually come through Santa Barbara, CA?

Pretty much the good stuff. You’ll see touring Broadway hits, big musicals, straight plays, plus ballet, opera, and the occasional comedy run. Some shows arrive with full Broadway-level production, others are a bit more stripped down — but still worth the night out.

How often does the schedule change in Santa Barbara?

More often than people expect. New shows get announced, runs get extended, sometimes dates shift around. If you checked last month, it’s probably already different now — that’s just how live theater works.

Do Broadway shows really come to Santa Barbara, or is that a stretch?

They absolutely do. Not the exact New York cast every time, but the same productions touring across the country. If it played well on Broadway, there’s a good chance it eventually rolls through Santa Barbara.

Where do most shows happen in Santa Barbara?

Usually at the main performing arts centers or historic theaters — the kind of venues built for live stage productions, not just concerts. If a big tour is in town, that’s where it’ll land.

What’s the easiest way to find shows in Santa Barbara, CA?

Start with the schedule and work from there. Scan by date, see what’s coming up, then click into shows or venues that catch your eye. It’s less “searching” and more “browsing what’s playing.”

Are shows running all year in Santa Barbara?

There’s always something happening, but individual shows don’t stick around forever. Most runs are short — a few days, maybe a couple of weeks — then the production moves on to the next city.

What’s the real difference between Broadway and touring shows here?

Broadway is New York. Everything else is on the road.
That said, touring productions can look surprisingly close to the original — same sets, same music, same story — just in a different zip code.

Do show dates in Santa Barbara ever change last minute?

They can, yeah. It’s not super common, but it happens — schedules shift, runs extend, things get adjusted. Always worth double-checking before you lock in plans.

What theaters are usually included in Santa Barbara listings?

Mostly the major venues — performing arts centers, touring houses, and established theaters that regularly host Broadway tours and large-scale productions.