Music & Dance
Shakespeare Festival Signature Series Performances
August 17
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
August 12 @ 9:15 am
We are delighted to present this year’s Showcase Series performances! Reserved seating tickets for some events will sell out within minutes, so please consider general admission seating when purchasing tickets. There are no bad seats in the house. And remember, we have a variety of wonderful performances this season; so if your first choice is not available, please consider exploring something new. We have something for everyone!
Don’t miss this diverse lineup of fantastic live entertainment on the Warren Edward Trepp Stage at scenic Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park.
Buyer Be Aware! Please purchase tickets online via LakeTahoeShakespeare.com or via phone at (800) 747-4697 ONLY. We are not able to verify the authenticity of tickets purchased online through third party websites. Learn more about how to protect yourself from purchasing fraudulent tickets HERE.
More information on the website here.
Signature Series
The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA
Generous Support Provided by Julie and Michael Teel, Owners Raley’s
August 10, 2026 @ 7:30 p.m.
Single Tickets: $47-$165 / Tables: $340-$1,020 (Tables seat 2, 4, or 6.)
The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA continues to be the top ABBA tribute in the world, direct from Sweden, dazzling audiences with spectacular performances of the original group’s iconic hits, including “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S.,” “Money, Money, Money,” “Knowing Me, Knowing You,” “Waterloo,” “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!,” and “Dancing Queen,” plus many more. Dance, sing, and have the time of your life at this ultimate tribute celebration as this extraordinary ensemble brings one of the greatest pop phenomena of all time to life. Embrace the nostalgia, feel the energy, and experience the magic at Sand Harbor this summer!
Sheila E. and The E-Train
The Eleanor & Bob Preger and Sandy & Steven Hardie Jazz Night
August 17, 2026 @ 7:30 p.m.
Single Tickets: $47-$165 / Tables: $340-$1,020 (Tables seat 2, 4, or 6.)
Join us as we welcome living legend Sheila E., the Grammy Award-winning “Queen of Percussion,” to Sand Harbor. From collaborating with icons Prince, Lionel Richie, Herbie Hancock, and Beyoncé to topping the charts with hits including “The Glamorous Life” and “A Love Bizarre,” Sheila E. has built a career that reads like a musical encyclopedia. Born into a legendary musical family and guided by faith, family, and fearless determination, she broke barriers as a trailblazing percussionist and became one of the most influential artists of her generation. With her band The E-Train, she delivers an electrifying mix of funk, jazz, Latin grooves, and global rhythms. Experience her signature sound under a starlit Sierra sky at Lake Tahoe this summer!
Partner Series
Reno Philharmonic Orchestra
Decades: Back to the ‘80s
July 13, 2026 @ 7:30 p.m.
Single Tickets: $72-$195 / Tables: $390-$1,170 (Tables seat 2, 4, or 6.)
Join the Reno Phil at Lake Tahoe for a high-energy celebration of the biggest #1 hits of the 1980s. Conducted by Laura Jackson, this nonstop, can’t-sit-still concert brings your favorite anthems to life onstage, performed with thrilling orchestral power. Powerhouse vocalists Paul Loren, Brie Cassil, and Colin Smith deliver hit after hit with electrifying energy, backed by dynamic arrangements from Grammy winner Jeff Tyzik. With this mixtape brought to life, you won’t be sitting still!
Sierra Nevada Ballet
Coppélia
July 27, 2026 @ 7:30 p.m.
Single Tickets: $34-$110 / Tables: $230-$690 (Tables seat 2, 4, or 6.)
Sierra Nevada Ballet (SNB) presents ballet’s beloved full-length comic masterpiece, Coppélia (The Girl with the Emerald Eyes). This enchanting story, rooted in both reality and fantasy, tests the devotion of the heroine and her suitor through the romantic intrigue of a beautiful, lifeless doll whose quiet, mechanical grace contrasts with the vibrant spirit of the real-life heroine. Adapted from Der Sandmann by E. T. A. Hoffmann, this tale of mischief, magical illusion, and wandering love is choreographed by SNB Founding Director Rosine Bena and Associate Artistic Director Ananda Bena-Weber. The production features stunning sets and costumes and showcases a cast of more than 30 Sierra Nevada Ballet dancers.
Reno Jazz Orchestra
Trekkin’ Tahoe: A Jazz/Rock Odyssey
July 28, 2026 @ 7:30 p.m.
Single Tickets: $34-$110 / Tables: $230-$690 (Tables seat 2, 4, or 6.)
Experience the high-voltage energy of the Reno Jazz Orchestra in a show-stopping performance with Sinatra-style crooner Matt Mauser. This musical trek through time cruises from brassy swing and swagger to retro, horn-driven grooves that blend big band sophistication with the punch and power of classic rock. Bold horns and soaring vocals collide with a sound that’s equal parts vintage cool and modern hot. Expect swinging rhythms, front-man charm, and a feel-good, toe-tapping celebration of timeless hits.
Reno Philharmonic Orchestra
Summer Breeze: Yacht Rock Classics
August 3, 2026 @ 7:30 p.m.
Single Tickets: $72-$195 / Tables: $390-$1,170 (Tables seat 2, 4, or 6.)
Set sail with the Reno Phil for a smooth orchestral celebration of ’70s and ’80s yacht rock, conducted by Jason Altieri. Lush strings and bold brass bring iconic hits by Hall & Oates, Toto, Christopher Cross, The Doobie Brothers, Jimmy Buffett, and Steely Dan to vibrant life. Rich symphonic arrangements transform these soft-rock favorites into a wave of summer nostalgia, making for an unforgettable night on the shores of Lake Tahoe.
Reno Jazz Orchestra
A Tribute to George Benson
August 24, 2025 @ 7:30 p.m.
Single Tickets: $34-$110 / Tables: $230-$690 (Tables seat 2, 4, or 6.)
Enjoy an evening celebrating George Benson’s legendary blend of jazz and R&B as dynamic guitarist Colin Cook and powerhouse vocalist Kyle Rea ignite the stage with the Reno Jazz Orchestra. Together, they bring big band classics, smooth grooves, and iconic hits to life in a feel-good tribute to one of music’s most influential artists. From silky ballads to funk-charged favorites, experience timeless Benson tunes that shimmer with lush harmonies, crisp rhythms, and memorable melodies that linger long after the last note.
Sales & Weather Policies:
- Buyer Be Aware!
- Please purchase tickets online via LakeTahoeShakespeare.com or via phone at (800) 747-4697 ONLY. We are not able to verify the authenticity of tickets purchased online through third party websites. Learn more about how to protect yourself from purchasing fraudulent tickets HERE.
- Weather: Performances are not cancelled before their scheduled curtain time due to weather disruptions (rain, etc.). In the event of a weather-related cancellation during a performance, tickets can be exchanged for another performance within the same season at our onsite ticket office according to its hours of operation. Announcements regarding weather cancellations will be made from the stage at the performance’s scheduled start time.
- AQI: We monitor Air Quality Index (AQI) disruptions at our venue. If AQI levels consistently exceed or trend to exceed 150 at our scheduled 5:30 p.m. PT “gates open” time or 7:30 p.m. PT “curtain time,” we may implement a showtime delay and/or announce a performance cancellation. If a performance cancellation is necessary, we will communicate with ticketed patrons directly via email and social media as soon as possible and share ticket resolution options.
- Exchanges: Other ticket/entrance pass exchanges are permitted for performances within the same season and must be made 24 hours prior to the originally scheduled performance curtain time. A $5 per ticket fee will be charged. Exchanges are subject to availability, and restrictions may apply. Tickets returned to our Box Office qualify as a tax-deductible donation if received 24 hours prior to a performance. NV State Parks Entrance Passes are not eligible for a tax-deductible donation.
Parking: A Nevada State Parks Entrance Pass is required to gain access to and park at the venue that Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival (LTSF) calls home for all events. The $10/per vehicle/per day fee (applies to all vehicles when purchased in advance) is required by Nevada law and may be used to access Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park after 5:00 p.m. on the date listed on the Pass only.
- For Entrance Passes purchased on-site on the day of a scheduled event, the following fee structure applies: $10 per vehicle per day for in-state license plates; $15 per vehicle per day for out-of-state license plates.
- As this is an Entrance Pass rather than a Parking Pass, note that the fee applies to rideshare services (Uber, Lyft, etc.) for pick-ups and drop-offs at our venue. Please visit the Directions and Parking page of our website for essential, rideshare-related visit pick-up and drop-off details.
- LTSF does not benefit directly from Nevada State Parks Entrance Pass fees.
- Please consider adding-on an Entrance Pass(es) as part of your purchase to facilitate ease of access during your visit.
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