Welcome to our 2025/26 Season, featuring five world premieres and a Broadway hit. Some of the brightest American creative teams have created these stories that transport you to worlds that feel like an escape from the everyday. This season features not one, but two world-premiere musicals directed by our very own Tony Award-winning Artistic Director, Christopher Ashley.
This season is named in honor of the extraordinary Joan Jacobs and her remarkable impact on our theatre and far beyond.
By Jocelyn Bioh
Directed by Whitney White
Direct from Broadway, this production welcomes you into Jaja’s bustling shop in Harlem, where a lively group of West African women create hair-braiding masterpieces. The New York Times raved, “full of treasurable moments, when the drama feels tightly woven with the comedy.”
By Eliana Theologides Rodriguez
Directed by Miranda Cornell
In summer 2008, five young girls and their fathers show up at a community center for a father-daughter bonding program. Both laugh-out-loud funny and delicately tender, this delightful new play delves into the quirky, messy moments of growing up, while exploring the complexities of race, heritage and family.
Based on “Réparer les Vivants” by Maylis de Kerangal
Book and additional lyrics by Kait Kerrigan
Music and Lyrics by Anne Eisendrath & Ian Eisendrath
Directed by Christopher Ashley
Over 24 suspenseful hours in San Diego, we follow one precious heart on its life-saving journey from donor to recipient, and meet the people whose lives are impacted along the way. This breathtaking new musical is an enlightening, edge-of-your-seat ride on a powerful wave of emotion.
By Noah Diaz
Directed by Kat Yen
While young couple Ty and Nora are moving into Ty’s childhood home, three mysterious men from Ty’s past inexplicably begin appearing. Noah Diaz’s rich, magical drama is full of shrewd insights and humor. Expect the unexpected in this wildly surprising family story with a huge heart.
Music and Lyrics by Cyndi Lauper
Book by Theresa Rebeck
Based on the Twentieth Century Fox Motion Picture written by Kevin Wade
Directed by Christopher Ashley
Tess McGill is a Staten Island secretary with big dreams and even bigger ideas… This sharp and hilarious adaptation of the iconic 1988 film features an original score by the legendary Cyndi Lauper. The ultimate corporate Cinderella story that’s just as much about the power of friendship as it is about chasing ambition and success.
Written by Claudia Shear
Based on the book DEARIE by Bob Spitz
Directed by Lisa Peterson
A delicious new play about the early life of the endlessly fascinating Julia Child, and her path from failure to success.
Subscribers enjoy first access to the best seats, free parking, free exchanges, no fees and many more perks through the year.
Early Bird Perk
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Why is Subscription the Best Option?
Saving up to 28% is just one of the perks of your subscription. Check out the full list of benefits and perks here.
Premium Fixed Seat 6-Play Package
Our premium subscription option, and undoubtedly the best deal. Enjoy the lowest prices and a superior range of perks including the same excellent seats, renewable year after year.
Design-Your-Own Subscription
Design-Your-Own (DYO) subscriptions of 3 or more shows go on sale in Spring 2025. Sign up to our email list to be notified when they go on sale.
Download a brochure
If you prefer, read about the plays in our season brochure.
Your 6-Play pack contains all the shows in the season, including two thrilling world-premiere musicals.
Your 6-Play pack includes all the shows in the season, including two thrilling world-premiere musicals.
HOW TO BOOK
Your brochure and renewal invoice will arrive by mail in early November.
6-Play Subscribers – If you have no changes to your subscription, you can renew online in under 5 minutes. If you have changes, fill out the form included with your renewal invoice and mail it back to us in the envelope provided.
Design-Your-Own Subscribers – We’d love to upgrade you to a premium subscription that gives you even better value. Please see the renewal brochure we mailed to you for a special offer! If you prefer not to upgrade, we will be in touch when DYO packs go on sale in Spring 2025 so you can grab great seats to shows of your choice.
New subscriptions are on sale from Nov 14, 2024. A 2025/26 Subscription is a 6-Play package, with great seats at the best price (save up to 28%!) that are renewable year after year. Subscriptions unlock a suite of savings and perks, and are an excellent way to help shape the future of American theatre and support La Jolla Playhouse.
We process subscriptions in order of receipt. Some performances do sell out swiftly, so we encourage you to book soon to access the very best seats.
Be part of shaping the future of American Theatre from just $46 per ticket. Subscriptions support La Jolla Playhouse and are the very best value for our audiences.
6-Play Subscription – First Look (Week 1)
Gold Circle Seating
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Area 1 Seating
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Area 2 Seating
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Tue-Fri, Sat Eve, Sat/Sun Mat
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$369
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$345
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$279
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6-Play Subscription – Regular (Week 2 and beyond)
Gold Circle Seating
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Area 1 Seating
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Area 2 Seating
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Tue-Fri, Sun Eve
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$412
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$386
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$345
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Sat Mat, Sat Eve, Sun Mat
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$470
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$437
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$399
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Students, Seniors and Military are eligible for a discounted subscription. You can select your relevant discount when you purchase your subscription.
The quickest and easiest way to secure the best available seats is to book online.
Existing subscribers can renew online in under 5 minutes if you have no changes to your subscription. Please do not create a new account, as it will not be connected to your account history and discounted prices.
If you have changes to your subscription, please fill out the form included with your renewal invoice and mail it back to us.
If you require an Access subscription, please call (858) 550-1010 or email [email protected] and we will work with you to address your access needs.
A select Saturday matinee of each show is designated as a relaxed performance, and live American Sign Language interpretation and closed captioning is available for those who are Deaf or hard of hearing. Audio description for those who are blind or have low vision is available upon request with prior notice.
LJP caters for a wide range of access and special requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch so we can help ensure your comfort and enjoyment. Find more info at lajollaplayhouse.org/access.
Get the most out of your subscription by taking part in these events to enhance your Playhouse experience and deepen your enjoyment of the work on stage.
Renewing and wish to connect your subscription to these events? Make the relevant selection on the form included with your renewal invoice and mail it back to us.
Purchasing a new subscription online? You can note within the purchase path that you are interested in attending insight events.
Talkback Tuesday
Post-show, select Tuesday evenings.
Participate in a lively discussion with performers and Playhouse staff members immediately following the performance.
Discovery Sunday
Post-show, a select Sunday matinee.
Hear from guest speakers in a moderated discussion exploring the themes of the show.
Please note these events are subject to change, and if your tickets are affected you will be notified.
Students, Seniors and Military are eligible for a discounted subscription. You can select your relevant discount when you purchase your subscription.
A gift subscription is perfect for any occasion, promising an unforgettable year of theatre experiences. You choose the amount, and the gift certificate will be emailed to you. The recipient can book their subscription online or contact our Patron Services team at (858) 550-1010 to secure their seats.
A subscription is a premium package of 6 plays, with excellent seats that are renewable year after year.
A subscription is much more cost effective than purchasing single tickets on a casual basis. It gives you first access to the best available seats, savings of up to 28% on single ticket prices (from just $46 per ticket!) and a range of other exclusive benefits, including early access to special offers, no transaction fees, free parking and free exchanges. Check out the top benefits here.
Additionally, a subscription is an excellent way to support La Jolla Playhouse’s work and provides a vital foundation to ensure we can continue to advance theatre as an art form, tell stories that inspire and create a dialogue toward a more just future.
A gift subscription is perfect for any occasion, promising an unforgettable year of theatre experiences. You choose the amount, and the gift certificate will be emailed to you. The recipient can book their subscription online or contact our Patron Services team at (858) 550-1010 to secure their seats. Read more.
Tickets to individual plays go on sale in 2025, closer to the run dates. In the meantime, tickets are only available as part of a subscription. Sign up to our email list to be sent a reminder when they go on sale.
Anticipated single ticket on sale dates (subject to change):
One of the best benefits of your subscription is fee-free exchanges, guaranteed. Once your tickets have arrived in the mail, you can exchange into another date of the same production, subject to availability.
You will receive a transaction confirmation email immediately – this confirms that your subscription will be processed in order of receipt. Patron Services works on your order and selects the best available seats for you. Tickets with specific performance dates are mailed to you in Spring 2025. Once your tickets have arrived in the mail, take advantage of your free exchange perk to adjust your subscription dates as needed.
Yes, if you have a gift certificate, you can apply this towards your subscription or single tickets. To utilize these funds toward your 2025/26 subscription renewal, please enter the 10-digit gift certificate number (please include the hyphen) when renewing online at lajollaplayhouse.org/renew, list the gift certificate number on your renewal invoice form, or call Patron Services at (858) 550-1010.
Yes, the more the merrier! A Group Subscription is a wonderful way to plan enjoyable outings with your friends, family, colleagues or social group.
Book online – You can book for groups of up to 10 people online. This is the quickest and easiest way to access the best available seats.
Group 10+ – Group subscriptions are available for groups of 10 or more who are seeing 3 or more shows, with great perks and discounts up to 20%. To learn more, visit our Groups page. To book, call (858) 550-1010 or email [email protected] and we will work with you to plan for your Group’s needs and find the best seats.
‘First Look’ performances are the first week of the run of each show prior to opening night (with some exceptions). First Look tickets are lower price and offer the opportunity to experience the show while the creative team is still polishing and making changes. This is a vital element of a show’s evolution, allowing the creative team to step back and see the show through the eyes and experience of the audience. Playhouse staff speak to the audience briefly before the show starts, and the creative team may be seated near you taking notes.
The health and safety of audiences, artists, staff, volunteers and our community are our highest priority. Please read our most current safety policy here.
Subscribers select the seating area (Gold Circle, Area 1 or Area 2) when you order. You can also leave a note about a specific request when you are booking online. When our Patron Services team starts working on your subscription, they will select the best available seats for you. If they have questions, Patron Services will get in touch with you.
We encourage you to order swiftly to ensure you get the pick of the best seats – orders are processed in order of receipt.
The premium 6-Play package is the best deal. You get the lowest prices (save up to 28% – that’s from just $46 per ticket!), first access to excellent seats that you can renew, year after year, and many more perks.
The Design-Your-Own package is great if you want more flexibility. You choose 3 or more shows you want to see, and select any date and time that suits your calendar. Prices are higher than the premium 6-Play package (save around 10%), but you still get a discount on single ticket prices.
If you would like to discuss the package that’s right for you, please feel free to get in touch with our Patron Services team at (858) 550-1010, and they’ll be happy to help explain the benefits of each option.
Subscribers can exchange tickets within the run of the same show, subject to availability. Exchanges between different shows are not possible.
We send pre-performance reminders by email and text message to help ensure you are aware of your performance dates.
Unused tickets cannot be refunded. If you have accidentally missed a performance, you can contact your Patron Services team at (858) 550-1010 within one week of the missed date and purchase a replacement ticket for $20 for the same production. Please note that seat location is not guaranteed, and subject to availability.
If you can’t attend a performance, we encourage you to exchange dates, donate your tickets, or give your tickets to a friend.
We want you to enjoy your subscription and we do our best to ensure you have a good experience at La Jolla Playhouse. If you’re not satisfied with your first show, we will refund you the remaining cost of your unused tickets.
Yes, audience members who subscribe before Jan 2025 have the option to spread the cost of your subscription over multiple payments. Please get in touch with our Patron Services team at (858) 550-1010 for more info and to arrange this. Some conditions apply.
BOOK YOUR SUBSCRIPTION
Your 6-Play pack contains all the shows in the season, including two thrilling world-premiere musicals.
Your 6-Play pack includes all all the shows in the season, including two thrilling world-premiere musicals.
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