PCPA Youth & Community Arts

PCPA’s Youth & Community Arts brings dynamic theatrical engagements to students, families, and community members across the Central Coast. From plays and workshops to special events and more, we offer a variety of entry points into the world of playmaking and creative connection. Building on the idea that theatre is for everyone, our programs aim to foster new generations of audiences, inspire emerging artists, and build empathy through the arts.

Here’s a sneak peak of our Season 62 offerings:

2025

DEC: EL ERMITAÑO Pastorela (Presentado en Español)
Holiday performance at the Santa Maria Inn

2026

JAN-MAR: Family Play- an opportunity to play theatre games with your family! Only select Saturdays.
FEB-APR: In-school Shakespeare workshops highlighting Measure for Measure
Teen Theatre Collective—after-school program for high schoolers who want to put on a show and explore the multi-disciplines of theatre making. Young Theatre Makers -after-school program for 8–12-year-olds who are iterested in performing and learning about the arts.
APR: Teatro PCPA Spring Break camp
MAY: Lucha Libre workshop

Holiday Cabaret: A festive dinner theatre experience at the Historic Santa Maria Inn

Come delight in the magic of the season while enjoying a three-course prix fixe dinner on the heated patio of the Historic Santa Maria Inn as performers from PCPA sing holiday classics and newer hits! Curated by resident Music Director Paul Marszalkowski and directed by Youth and Community Arts Director Marilet Martinez, this evening will be sure to warm your heart and fill your cup with good cheer! Let the music fill your ears as Chef Carolina Santana fills your plate with a specially crafted winter menu.

  • This event is for ages 13+
  • Non-alcoholic beverage included with meal
  • Must be 21 to order alcoholic beverages.

Book your reservation HERE.

To purchase Pride Night tickets, use the code PRIDE at checkout for 15% off Tier 1 or Tier 2 tickets. Tickets include an invite to a themed pre-show reception with snacks, beverages, a Q&A with PCPA’s Resident Artists, photo stations, interactive installations, community resources, and raffle prizes.  If anyone has any accessibility needs, please contact the box office (805) 922-8313.

Pride Night

Youth and Community Arts is proud to partner with Gala Pride and Diversity Center to present PCPA Pride Night! Occurring throughout our season, PCPA Pride Night offers members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies the opportunity to gather in celebration, resilience, and theatre! Each ticket to Pride Night is offered at a special discounted rate and includes entry to a pre-show experience that is curated in theme with the production. These experiences include complimentary snacks and beverages, a Q&A with PCPA’s Resident Artists involved in the production we will be watching, photo stations,  interactive installations, community resource materials and raffle prizes from Gala Pride and Diversity Center; Pride Nights may also include sing-alongs, community affirmations, moments on the dance floor and more! Guests are encouraged to dress in theme with the show or wear whatever makes you feel PROUD.

SEASON 62 | 2025-26

Disney’s FROZEN – The Broadway Musical | DEC 6 (Santa Maria), 7PM performance
Shane | FEB 21 (Santa Maria), 7PM performance
Measure For Measure | MAR 7 (Santa Maria), 7PM performance
Come From Away | MAY 2 (Santa Maria), 7PM performance and JUN 20 (Solvang), 8PM performance
Luchadora! | JUN 27 (Santa Maria), 7PM performance
Disney’s FROZEN – The Broadway Musical  | JUL 11 (Solvang), 8PM performance
Beehive – The 60s Musical | AUG 15 (Solvang), 8PM performance

Guided Tours of Our Theatres

Take a backstage tour of our Marian and Severson Theatres! Located on the Allan Hancock College campus, PCPA’s theatres are a part of the Central Coast’s lauded history as a cultural arts destination. This educational and entertaining experience walks guests through the ins, outs, and ups of our theatre spaces, while providing a deeper look into our company’s creative processes. The tour can involve stairs and high locations.

Tours are available Mondays and Thursday 9AM-4PM

A minimum of six people is required when booking.  ADA modifications can be discussed during the booking process.

Tour cost: Free! Tours of our spaces are complementary.

**If you would like to book a tour for 50 people or more, a suggested donation will be discussed.

If interested in booking a tour, please contact Youth and Community Arts Coordinator Jill Price [email protected] 805-928-7731 ext. 4151