Where to See Plays in Eugene & Springfield
Local Theater Guide for Families
Looking for a show to see with the kids — or a place where your child can get on stage themselves?
Eugene and Springfield have a surprisingly big performing arts scene, from children’s theater and community productions to Broadway tours, ballet, opera, school musicals, and university performances.
This guide brings the local theater scene together in one place so families can find where to see a show, where kids can perform, and what’s coming to local stages next.
Show dates, ticket availability, content, and age recommendations can change. Always confirm details with the theater or presenting organization before attending.
Last updated October 5, 2026.
⭐ Family Picks This Fall
Looking for a first theater experience, an affordable family performance, or something with especially strong kid appeal? Start here.
🐾 Bluey’s Big Play
September 29–30, 2026 | 6 p.m.
Silva Concert Hall at the Hult Center
Bluey and Bingo come to the stage in a live theatrical adaptation featuring the Heelers, an original story, music, and large-scale puppetry.
Family Pick: If your kids already love Bluey, this is one of the clearest kid-focused theater picks on the fall calendar. Tickets start at $25.
✨ A Magical Morning at the Hult
September 19, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
Hult Center | FREE
A hands-on morning with activities, interactive stations, local arts and youth organizations, and opportunities for families to learn about upcoming youth and family programming at the Hult.
Parent Note: This free event could be a great low-pressure introduction to the Hult for younger kids before taking them to a full performance.
🎶 The Music of Studio Ghibli & Joe Hisaishi
October 3–4, 2026
Soreng Theater at the Hult Center
Eugene Symphony brings music from movies including Howl’s Moving Castle, Spirited Away, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and My Neighbor Totoro to the stage in an intimate orchestral performance.
Family Pick: A particularly fun crossover for families who love both movies and live music.
🎃 The Magical Moombah: Monster Mash!
October 31, 2026 | 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Jaqua Concert Hall at The Shedd
The Shedd’s kid-focused Magical Moombah returns with songs, skits, jokes, contests, dancing, and a playful Halloween theme.
Family Pick: Tickets are just $5, performances are about an hour long, and admission includes the special 11:15 a.m. Moombah Music Box activity.
🍑 James & the Giant Peach JR.
November 6–8 & 13–15, 2026
Richard E. Wildish Community Theater
Rose Children’s Theatre brings Roald Dahl’s imaginative adventure to the stage with local young performers, music, humor, friendship, and plenty of theatrical magic.
Family Pick: This youth production is one of the clearest family-theater picks of the fall and a fun way to support local young performers.
Where to See a Show
From touring Broadway productions to neighborhood community theater, these are some of the places bringing live performance to Eugene and Springfield throughout the year.
For Kids Who Want to Perform
Some kids would rather be on the stage than sitting in the audience. These local programs give young performers opportunities to act, sing, dance, learn theater skills, and take part in productions.
Rose Children’s Theatre
A Eugene-area children’s theater organization offering productions, acting opportunities, workshops, camps, and performing arts experiences for local kids and teens.
Good to know: RCT focuses specifically on giving young performers opportunities to develop theater skills, confidence, and stage experience.
Upstart Crow Youth Theatre
A Eugene youth theater program offering productions, classes, camps, and opportunities for young performers.
Pegasus Playhouse
A local youth-focused theater organization offering productions and performing arts opportunities for kids and teens throughout Lane County.
🎤 Auditions, Classes & Opportunities
Auditions, workshops, classes, camps, and youth productions are announced throughout the year.
Check directly with local youth theaters and theater companies for current registration, class, and audition information.
School Theater Programs
Don’t overlook local school theater. High school plays and musicals can be an affordable way to introduce kids to live performance while supporting local students.
🎭 What’s On Stage
Ready to pick a show? Here are some upcoming plays, musicals, ballet performances, and family-focused performing arts events around Eugene and Springfield.
This section is reviewed monthly as new performances are announced and older shows close. Check directly with each venue for current dates, ticket availability, and age recommendations.
Parent Notes
- Check the show, not just the venue. Productions at the same theater can be designed for very different ages.
- High school and college productions can be budget-friendly. They’re often an easy way to introduce kids to live theater.
- For little kids, consider daytime performances. Matinees and shorter family productions may be easier than evening shows.
- Popular family shows can sell quickly. Broadway tours, holiday productions, and recognizable children’s shows may require advance planning.
- Kids who love the show may want to try the stage next. Local youth theater organizations offer classes, camps, workshops, and auditions throughout the year.
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