San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre Announce 2025/26 Season
THE REST IS HERSTORY
San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre proudly present The Rest is HERstory, a season spotlighting powerful, women-centered stories that captivate, inspire, and entertain. Featuring a dynamic lineup—including the highly anticipated regional premiere of Disney’s Frozen—this season brings iconic female characters and their journeys to life. With a mix of beloved classics and exciting new shows, San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre continue their traditions of bold, engaging theatre that resonates with audiences across San Antonio and beyond.
Asia Ciaravino, President & CEO says: “The Rest is HERstory is a celebration of the incredible women who have shaped our world through resilience, courage, and truth. This season honors the voices that have long carried the weight of history. Life begins with women, and storytelling finds its roots in their experiences. Our team is proud to dedicate this season to sharing the powerful stories of women who have persevered and triumphed over the unimaginable.”
The curtains rise once again with a bold and inspiring lineup that celebrates the strength, and transformative impact of women’s stories. This season showcases powerful female voices through productions like the heartfelt and empowering Real Women Have Curves, the magical and moving Disney’s Frozen, the electrifying Dreamgirls, and the poignant Steel Magnolias.
The return of The Frosty Follies brings holiday cheer, while Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night delights with its comedy of love and mistaken identities in Shakespeare in the Park. The season concludes with the evocative and tragic The Seagull by Chekhov, alongside an exciting TBA Summer Musical that promises to be a thrilling addition. As a cornerstone of San Antonio’s cultural landscape, San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre continue their legacy of delivering captivating performances that celebrate and amplify the power of women’s voices in theater.
Rick Sanchez, Vice President of Artistic Programming, adds: “Our 2025/26 season is not only a tribute to the undeniable impact of women’s stories, it shines a light on fierce determination and unbreakable spirits. The focus will not just be the stories on stage—women are leading the way behind the scenes. With a mixture of designers, directors, choreographers and other creatives, woman voices are shaping every part of the artistic process, making this season a true celebration of women in theatre. I can’t wait for audiences to experience the depth, passion, and brilliance this season will bring.”
2025/26 Season | The Rest is HERstory
Real Women Have Curves
By Josefina López
Sept. 5-Oct. 5
Classic Theatre
A heartwarming and powerful coming-of-age story, Real Women Have Curves follows a group of Latina women working in a small sewing factory in East Los Angeles. As they navigate challenges of family, culture, and self-worth, they find strength in sisterhood, resilience, and their shared dreams. This moving and humorous play highlights the beauty of embracing who you are, inside and out.
Disney’s Frozen
Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez
Book by Jennifer Lee
Directed by Rick Sanchez
Music Direction by Jaime Ramirez
Nov. 21–Dec. 23
Russell Hill Rogers Theater
Join Anna, Elsa, and an unforgettable cast of characters on a breathtaking adventure in the regional premiere of Disney’s Frozen. This magical production brings Arendelle to life with stunning visuals, soaring music, and an empowering story of love, self-discovery, and the unbreakable bond between sisters. Featuring beloved songs like “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?,” this production is a spectacular theatrical experience for the entire family.
The Frosty Follies: A Holiday Cabaret
Conceived by San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre Staff
Dec. 4–21
Classic Theatre
Celebrate the holiday season with The Frosty Follies, a festive cabaret that showcases beloved holiday classics performed by some of San Antonio’s most talented artists. Set in an intimate space adorned with twinkling lights, this heartwarming production is a perfect way to embrace the joy and spirit of the season with family and friends.
Dreamgirls
Book and Lyrics by Tom Eyen
Music by Henry Krieger
Music Direction by Jaime Ramirez
Feb. 6–March 8, 2026
Russell Hill Rogers Theater
Experience glitz, glamour, and groundbreaking music with Dreamgirls. This electrifying musical follows the rise of a trio of young Black singers—Effie, Deena, and Lorrell—as they navigate the highs and lows of fame, ambition, and friendship. Featuring unforgettable songs like “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” and “One Night Only,” this Tony Award-winning musical is a dazzling journey through the history of American music.
Twelfth Night
By William Shakespeare
March 24–29, 2026
Shakespeare in the Park at San Pedro Springs Park
Shakespeare’s beloved romantic comedy Twelfth Night takes the stage in San Pedro Springs Park. Filled with mistaken identities, mischievous antics, and unrequited love, this timeless tale follows Viola as she disguises herself as a man and becomes entangled in a whirlwind of love and laughter. Enjoy this enchanting story under the stars in one of San Antonio’s most scenic outdoor settings.
Steel Magnolias
By Robert Harling
May 7–June 7, 2026
Classic Theatre
A cherished Southern classic, Steel Magnolias tells the touching and humorous story of a group of strong, witty women who form an unbreakable bond in a small Louisiana beauty salon. Through laughter, tears, and unwavering friendship, these women show what it truly means to be resilient in the face of life’s challenges. Heartfelt and deeply moving, this play remains an enduring celebration of love and community.
The Seagull
By Anton Chekhov
in a new version by Christopher Hampton based on a literal translation by Vera Liber
Aug. 6–30, 2026
Classic Theatre
Chekhov’s masterful exploration of love, art, and human longing comes to life in The Seagull. This poignant drama follows a group of artists, lovers, and dreamers as they wrestle with ambition, heartache, and the passage of time. A timeless classic filled with rich characters and thought-provoking themes, The Seagull is a powerful look at the complexity of human emotions and artistic pursuit.
Season Subscriptions and Tickets for the 2025/26 Season
Season Subscriptions are currently available only for existing subscribers for both San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre. Season Subscriptions for new subscribers will be available on April 14, 2025. Single tickets will be available on June 16, 2025. To stay up to date on season information, visit www.sanpedroplayhouse.org, call (210) 733-7258, or email boxoffice@thepublicsa.org.
Address for both San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre: 800 West Ashby Place San Antonio, Texas 78212.
About San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre
San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre are two pillars of the San Antonio theatre community dedicated to producing transformative, diverse, and entertaining live professional theatre.
San Pedro Playhouse, established in 1912 as the San Antonio Dramatic Club and incorporated in 1927 as the San Antonio Little Theatre, is the longest-running theater company in South Texas. It remains a vital 501c3 nonprofit organization. San Pedro Playhouse produces live professional theatre that inspires, educates, and connects communities, engaging nearly 200 professionally paid performers and technicians annually. Almost 90% of its performers and creative team members hail from the local region.
Classic Theatre, founded in 2008 by Chris Cheever, Asia Ciaravino, Anthony Ciaravino, Diane Malone, Rick Malone, Terri Peña Ross, and Allan S. Ross, is a nonprofit professional theatre committed to relevant and transformative productions. With over 70 Alamo Theatre Arts Council (ATAC) Awards to its credit, Classic Theatre produces four stage productions annually and collaborates with San Pedro Playhouse on a series of co-productions.
Together, San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre strive to enrich San Antonio’s cultural landscape through their commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement. For more information, visit Classic Theatre and San Pedro Playhouse.
