Moonlight Stage Productions

Enjoy an evening out watching Broadway-quality theater in Vista, as well as headlining artists and tribute bands in concert! Performances are held at Moonlight Amphitheatre in Brengle Terrace Park, a spectacular outdoor hilltop venue.

This holiday season, The City of Vista and the Moonlight Amphitheatre’s “Jingle Terrace Live” features holiday light shows and activities for all ages. Held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night in December (Dec. 5-7, Dec. 12-14, and Dec. 19-21), the joyful event includes holiday refreshments, festive displays, live entertainment, holiday activities, photo opportunities, and other special surprises. Admission and all activities are free.

A thrilling 45th Moonlight Stage Productions lineup is planned for 2026, featuring five memorable musicals, all with moving stories and fantastic scores.

The season springs forth with the Tony award-winning “The Cher Show” (April 29-May 16, 2026). The jukebox musical celebrates Cher’s life and career with three actresses playing the superstar at different points in her life: “Babe” (early years), “Lady” (1970s), and “Star” (1980s/90s). Enjoy Cher’s six straight decades of smash hits and dazzling Bob Mackie costumes — a glittering journey that will have audiences dancing in the aisles.

The crowd-favorite “Mean Girls” (June 3-20, 2026) is Moonlight’s next show. A queen bee on Broadway, the rock musical centers on the theme of fitting in at high school, but it also asks, at what cost? Cady Heron, the main character, is a new student who quickly learns the rules of popularity but ultimately loses herself — and some friends — in the process. That’s until a bus, a math competition and a school dance help her see clearly again. This fetch production that will have you wearing pink, but only on Wednesdays.

The summer season continues with “Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” (July 8-25, 2026). A magical musical adaptation of the famous book and hit movie, Dahl’s timeless story of the world famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to life. Devour this family-friendly adventure replete with chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels, the great glass elevator, and Willy Wonka’s army of curious Oompa-Loompas.

The curtain then rises on the beloved musical comedy “Guys and Dolls,” (Aug. 12-29, 2026), returning to the Moonlight stage after 17 years. This award-winning classic tells the story of a group of small-time gamblers and the ladies in their lives, The show features a classic score by Frank Loesser, including the songs “Luck Be a Lady,” “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat” and “A Bushel and a Peck.”

The summer season closes with “Come From Away” (Sept. 9-26, 2026). Based on real stories from 9/11, this big-hearted and award-winning musical centers on the remarkable true story of 7000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. “Come From Away” is a poignant show about the power of hope and human connection.

Aside from talented casting, spectacular sets and costumes, all of Moonlight’s summer musicals are accompanied by a live orchestra. Audiences may reserve seats and have the option of dining at the venue’s food and drink concessionaire, Bread & Cheese Eatery, or enjoy casual lawn seating along with their own packed picnics.

The Moonlight Amphitheatre is at 1250 Vale Terrace Drive in Vista. The open-air venue offers 908 permanent seats and lawn seating for 1,092. For a memorable theatrical experience, call the box office at (760) 724-2110 or visit moonlightstage.com.