Phantom of the Opera Arrived in San Jose
The hit touring production of the legendary musical launched at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Opera
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Broadway San Jose has brought its latest touring production of The Phantom of the Opera to the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. The show, which features cast members with local roots, runs through mid-October.
Why it matters
The production brings one of the most successful stage musicals to San Jose, continuing a regional tradition of performances for local theatergoers. It offers a chance to experience a major touring show following shifts in the local arts scene, including the 2026 closure of the San Jose Playhouse.
The production features a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes. This follows a historic San Francisco run of 2,126 performances held between 1993 and 1999.
The players
Lisa Vroman
A seasoned performer who plays the role of Madame Giry in the current touring production.
Krista Wigle
The actress appearing as the Wardrobe Mistress who is originally from Corvallis, Oregon.
Broadway San Jose
The presenting organization responsible for bringing large-scale touring theatrical productions to the region.
The details
The touring production is presented by Broadway San Jose and includes performances by Lisa Vroman, who plays Madame Giry, and Krista Wigle, who stars as the Wardrobe Mistress. The cast includes several performers who previously appeared in San Francisco and San Jose theater productions.
Timeline
The touring production runs at the venue from October 7 to October 16, 2026.
The San Jose Playhouse, a former pillar of the local arts community, closed in April 2026.
The original San Francisco run of the musical occurred between 1993 and 1999.
Industry Dynamics
This production echoes the immense success of the 1993-1999 San Francisco run, which serves as a regional benchmark for the musical's enduring popularity. It demonstrates the continued viability of large-scale touring shows in Bay Area markets despite shifting local theater landscapes.
Theatergoers can access the production at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts throughout the run ending on October 16. The show offers local audiences a major touring experience without the need to travel to other regional hubs.
The takeaway
The return of this iconic musical highlights the resilience of large-scale touring productions in the Bay Area arts circuit. Residents are encouraged to check local box office availability early to secure seats for the limited engagement.
Further reading
Explore more local performing arts news in the Opera section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by East Bay Times.
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