THEATRE, COMEDY, DRAMA, Cultural Center

THEATRE, COMEDY, DRAMA

THEATRE

Discover the best of live theatre in Palm Springs at the Palm Springs Cultural Center. Our stages host bold new plays, acclaimed local productions, and in-house residencies that keep theatre thriving in the desert.

This season marks the final curtain for Desert Ensemble Theatre, closing out more than a decade of award-winning productions. We’re also proud to feature The Bent , our resident LGBTQ+ theatre company known for fearless, inclusive storytelling. Whether you’re a local or visiting nearby attractions like Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs Art Museum, or Agua Caliente Casino, our live theatre experiences bring unforgettable stories to life in the heart of Palm Springs.

2026

JANUARY

JAN 23 - FEB 1 | DESERT ENSEMBLE THEATRE | DISPERSION OF LIGHT

JAN 31 - PAM ANN | CELEBRATING 30YRS OF FLYING

FEBRUARY

FEB 12 - 28 | THE BENT | IN THE WAKE

MARCH

MAR 6 - 15 | DESERT ENSEMBLE THEATRE | METEOR SHOWER

APRIL

APR 10 - 19 | DESERT ENSEMBLE THEATRE | KNIFE TO THE HEART

MAY

MAY 8 - 24 | THE BENT | A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE

MAY 28 - 29 | THE BENT | CASHINO

THEATRE RESIDENCIES