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The Frosty Follies: A Holiday Cabaret

Dec 4 -
Dec 21, 2025
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.
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Steel Magnolias

May 7 -
Jun 7, 2026
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.
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The Seagull

Aug 6 -
Aug 30, 2026
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.
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Origins

ORIGINALLY FOUNDED IN 2008

Originally founded in 2008 by Asia Ciaravino, Tony Ciaravino, Diane Malone, Rick Malone, Terri Peña Ross, Allan S. Ross, and Chris Cheever, The Classic Theatre boasts an impressive legacy, including over 70 Alamo Theatre Arts Council Awards. In 2023, merging forces with the Public Theatre of San Antonio, our theater became the vibrant nexus where community and the art of theater seamlessly intertwine under the San Pedro Playhouse. The Classic now inhabits the beloved ‘cellar theatre space’ and collaborates on Shakespeare in the Park.

CLASSIC HISTORY

2008 TO 2023

2008
Classic Theatre of San Antonio is Formed
Classic Theatre was originally founded in 2008 by Asia Ciaravino, Tony Ciaravino, Diane Malone, Rick Malone, Terri Peña Ross, Allan S. Ross, and Chris Cheever.
2008
2008
2008–09 Season
The season included Rancho Pancho, The Glass Menagerie Twelfth Night, Agnes of God, and Uncle Vanya.
2008
2009
2009–10 Season
The season included She Stoops to Conquer, All My Sons, Waiting for Godot, and Much Ado About Nothing.
2009
2010
2010–11 Season
The season included Blithe Spirit, The Lion in Winter, Hedda Gabler, and Buried Child.
2010
2011
2011–12 Season
The season included The House of Bernarda Alba, Six Degrees of Separation, and King Lear.
2011
2012
2012–13 Season
The season included The Importance of Being Earnest, The Firebugs, Painting Churches, and Scapin.
2012
2013
2013–14 Season
The season included Proof, The Taming of the Shrew, Death of a Salesman, and Private Lives.
2013
2014
2014–15 Season
The season included Arms and the Man, Ghosts, The Merchant of Venice, and Vanya & Sonia & Masha + Spike.
2014
2014
2014–15 Season
The season included Arms and the Man, Ghosts, The Merchant of Venice, and Vanya & Sonia & Masha + Spike.
2014
2015
2015–16 Season
The season included Master Class, Medea, The Seagull, and Born Yesterday.
2015
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2015
Kelly Hilliard Roush is named Artistic Executive Director
In 2015, Kelly Hilliard Roush became the Artistic Executive Director of Classic Theatre of San Antonio.
2015
2016
2016–17 Season
The season included The House on Mango Street, School for Scandal, The Tempest, and Bus Stop.
2016
2017
2017–18 Season
The season included You Can't Take it With You; A Doll's House; Bless Me, Ultima; The Cherry Orchard; and I’m Not Lying!.
2017
2018
2018–19 Season
The season included A Midsummer Night's Dream, Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberly, A Trip to Bountiful and The Little Foxes.
2018
2019
2019–20 Season
The season included Romeo & Juliet, Elliot, A Soldier's Fugue, Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberly, and Anna in the Tropics.
2019
2020
2020–21 Season
The season included Macbeth, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, Antigone, and Our Town.
2020
2021
2021–22 Season
The season included As You Like It A Doll's House, Part 2; and Examining Misalliance: George Bernard Shaw, The Classic Theatre, and Producing Ethically Today.
2021
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2021
J. Robert "Jimmy" Moore named Executive Artistic Director
In the fall of 2021, J. Robert "Jimmy" Moore became the new Executive Artistic Director of Classic Theatre of San Antonio.
2021
2022
2022–23 Season
The season included Roosters, A Christmas Carol, Fences, Bound by Truth Measure for Measure, and Peter and the Starcatcher.
2022
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2023
Classic Theatre joins San Pedro Playhouse
Classic Theatre of San Antonio is rebranded and joins forces with San Pedro Playhouse for the 2023–24 Season.
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2023
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We believe in cultivating an environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued.

Through ongoing leadership initiatives, we continuously seek to embrace differences, foster a caring culture, and ensure equitable representation across all facets of our organization and the broader community.

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Great location if you want a small, intimate theater experience. Our seats were placed around the stage. Loved our particular show too.

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The acting was top-notch, and I’d be glad to return and see Kurt Wilkinson as lead. Great work. Thank you!

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We really enjoyed our visit and the play was phenomenal! The cast did an amazing job 👏

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800 West Ashby Place
San Antonio, Texas 78212

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(210) 733-7258

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HOURS

Tuesday – Friday: 12 - 5 p.m.
(During the week the Box Office is available by phone only.)

Show Nights: The Box Office opens one hour prior to show time. Walk-up ticket sales are permitted, if seats are available.

Behind the Curtain

Did you know that Russell Hill Rogers was not only dedicated to arts in San Antonio by serving on multiple boards, but he graced the stage of San Pedro Playhouse in many productions, including the theater's first production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, featuring another theatre supporter, Frank Christian. You can see more of this history on our history page.

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Did you know that every space of San Pedro Playhouse is available for rent? Let’s stage your event, together.

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If you are eating near by we recommend making dinner reservations for 5:00 and making sure to let your server know you have somewhere to be at 7. That way you are not rushing to the theater.

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Across from the parking lot, San Pedro Park offers a picturesque backdrop for pre-show photos. The charming gazebo within the park also makes for a stunning setting, ideal for engagement photoshoots and capturing memorable moments.

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Discover the magic of our annual Christmas Carole show, uniquely crafted to be accessible to both spoken language and American Sign Language (ASL) audiences, complete with closed captions to ensure everyone can get in the holiday spirit.

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Did you know that your ticket only covers about half of what it actually costs us to produce the magic of live theatre? Buying a ticket is just the beginning! We rely on additional support to cover the full cost of running the theatre and bringing unforgettable performances to life.

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Did you know that San Pedro holds the title of being the second-oldest park in the United States and the oldest in Texas?

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