An audience watching a theater performance on the amphitheater stage at night

Performing Arts

A Stage for Extraordinary Experiences

The performing arts are at the heart of Siesta Valley. Building on the amphitheater's rich theatrical history, the Foundation supports exceptional music, theater, and cultural experiences that connect audiences with artists and traditions from around the world.

Jake Shimabukuro playing ukulele on stage, beside a performance with hula dancers and a seated guitarist

2026 Highlights

Jake Shimabukuro & George Kahumoku Jr.

An evening celebrating Hawaiian musical traditions, featuring internationally acclaimed ukulele and slack-key guitar artists alongside traditional hula dancers.

DakhaBrakha performing on a green-lit stage at Siesta Valley

DakhaBrakha — Ukrainian Cultural Heritage

The acclaimed Ukrainian ensemble brought traditional folk music, contemporary rhythms, and powerful theatrical performance to the amphitheater.

Guitarist Richard Smith seated with an acoustic guitar

Richard Smith Guitar Workshops & Performance

A three-day workshop series gave musicians the opportunity to learn from an internationally acclaimed guitarist, culminating in an evening concert.

La Santa Cecilia performing on stage at Siesta Valley

La Santa Cecilia — Music & Performance

La Santa Cecilia and Ritmos Tropicosmos brought live music to our cultural celebration of Dia de los Muertos that also featured roving mariachi and traditional Catrina performers.

Looking Ahead

We're exploring partnerships with regional symphonies, theater organizations, and innovative performing arts companies, including BANDALOOP, to expand opportunities for music, dance, and theater.

Fund a Need

Help Bring More Arts to Siesta Valley

Theater productions — $75,000

Orchestral performances — $50,000

Opera — $30,000

Emerging artists — $15,000

Youth jazz festival — $10,000

Support artist fees, production expenses and performances that might not be possible through ticket sales alone.

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