Moonlight Amphitheatre 2026 Season, Vista
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Celebrate 45 Years of Broadway’s Best Under the Stars at the Moonlight Amphitheatre
Join us for Moonlight Stage Productions’ 45th Anniversary Summer Season—five spectacular musicals under the stars that will have you singing, laughing, and celebrating all season long!
THE CHER SHOW · MEAN GIRLS · CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY · GUYS AND DOLLS · COME FROM AWAY
April 29-May 16
The Cher Show
The Cher Show is a dazzling musical celebration of the legendary superstar’s life and career, featuring three actresses portraying Cher at different stages of her journey and packed with her biggest hits, stunning costumes, and unstoppable spirit.
June 3-20
Mean Girls
Mean Girls is a hilarious and sharp-witted Broadway musical that follows teenager Cady Heron as she navigates the cutthroat world of high school cliques and learns that being true to yourself never goes out of style.
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory
July 8-25
Step into a world of pure imagination with Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, a deliciously dazzling musical that’s perfect for the entire family! Based on Roald Dahl’s timeless tale, this spectacular stage adaptation features an original score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman(Hairspray, Mary Poppins Returns) and beloved songs from the classic film by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley, including “Pure Imagination,” “The Candy Man,” “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” and “The Oompa Loompa Song.” Follow young Charlie Bucket and the eccentric chocolatier Willy Wonka on a fantastical journey filled with wonder, whimsy, and, of course, chocolate rivers galore. This golden ticket experience is a treat for kids, kids-at-heart, and anyone who believes in magic.
Guys and Dolls
August 12-29
Bustling with charm, wit, and toe-tapping tunes, Guys and Dolls is the golden-age Broadway musical that never goes out of style! Set in the glittering world of 1950s New York City, this classic romantic comedy follows gambler Nathan Detroit, high-roller Sky Masterson, and the women who steal their hearts in a hilarious game of love and luck. Featuring Frank Loesser’s unforgettable score including “Luck Be a Lady,” “A Bushel and a Peck,” and “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat,” this Tony Award-winning favorite is a high-stakes delight for audiences of all ages. A sure bet for the whole family!
Come From Away
September 9-26
Experience the remarkable true story of human kindness that moved the world. Come From Away takes you to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, where 7,000 stranded airline passengers found refuge in the wake of September 11, 2001. Cultures clashed, nerves ran high, but gratitude grew into enduring friendships in this uplifting, Tony Award-winning musical. Featuring a vibrant Celtic-inspired score and an unforgettable ensemble cast, Come From Away has become one of the most produced musicals in the United States — and for good reason. It’s a celebration of resilience, compassion, and the extraordinary power of community. Heartfelt, funny, and inspiring, this is one musical that leaves you feeling better about the world.
Moonlight Amphitheatre is located at 1250 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista 92084 Visit www.moonlightstage.com
