Constructed in 1927 to house John Steven McGroarty’s epic Mission Play (charting the establishment of the California missions), the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse is a beautiful Spanish-style building steeped in history that has been home to thousands of music, theatre, and dance performances. 

Located in the historic Mission District of San Gabriel, the playhouse provides a home for many local and international performing-arts groups who produce and present a huge range of cultural experiences from mariachi to hip-hop, from Shakespeare to Broadway, and classical ballet to folk dance.

With its beautiful interior and modern facilities, the Mission Playhouse is the perfect venue for dance, music, and theater performances or for high school graduations, public meetings, and film shoots. Over the years, the playhouse has provided the location for major commercials, TV shows, and Hollywood movies.

The Mission Playhouse hosts over 80 music, dance, and theatre performances each season. Visit our event calendar to see what shows are currently on stage!

In Fall 2014, the Mission Playhouse launched a new program, the Community Engagement Program. Community Engagement projects offer the public a way to connect with the arts and artists, often for free. Events range from plays to free concerts, exhibits, discussions, and workshops. Learn more about the program here.