San Diego Opera has released details about its current and upcoming lineup. The exciting season features a mix of classic and modern productions along with a special event.
The 2026 season began with The Barber of Seville in February. The next show, Carmen, will premiere on the last weekend of March. Fellow Travelers will be presented in July.
San Diego Opera Sets the Stage for 2026 Season
San Diego Opera’s 2026 season highlights three main productions spread across the year. The Barber of Seville opened the season from February 13 to February 15, 2026.
According to social media, the team behind the opera shared, “From Bugs Bunny’s Rabbit of Seville to Tom and Jerry, Seinfeld, Mrs. Doubtfire, and beyond, Rossini’s Barber of Seville has been delighting audiences for over 200 years.”
Carmen will run from March 27 to March 29, 2026, bringing one of opera’s most popular stories back to the stage. It follows the story of a free-spirited woman whose charm draws in the soldier Don José, leading him to abandon his duties.
Another highlight of this year’s lineup is Opera Ball for All. The event, titled “Noche Sevillana. ¡Olé!” will be hosted on May 2, 2026. The Spanish-themed evening will celebrate the company’s 61st season.
Opera Ball for All will take place at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa. The event will offer a lively night with tapas, dinner, live operatic performances, dancing, and an afterparty. The ball event will also honor Sarah B. Marsh-Rebelo and John Rebelo while supporting the organization’s learning and engagement programs.
Fellow Travelers, which is scheduled for July 10 to July 12, 2026. It is based on Thomas Mallon’s novel. The story follows Timothy Laughlin, a young graduate who moves to Washington, DC, during the 1950s to fight communism.
Ticket Prices and Other Details
Two-opera packages start at $104. Audiences can pair Fellow Travelers with Carmen (March 27–29) and receive 25% off single tickets. Individual tickets are also available, typically starting between $90 and $100.
For Opera Ball for All, individual tickets are priced at $600 to $1,200, based on preferred seating and premium wines.
Table packages for ten guests are available at the prices of $6,000 and $12,000. The higher-priced tickets offer premium packages with better seating and other added benefits.
The San Diego Opera’s 2026 lineup features flexible ticket options to attract both longtime opera fans and new audiences.
