Theater in the Park: Our 2026 show is The Producers!
Coming to Drake Park August 14 & 15, 2026
Don't miss this unique theater experience held outside in the heart of downtown Bend!
This year’s production is the Broadway smash hit The Producers, the outrageous musical comedy by Mel Brooks that tells the story of two scheming producers who try to stage the biggest flop in Broadway history… and accidentally create a hit.
August 14 & 15, 2026
VIP Dinner at 5pm - Doors open at 6pm - performances at 7pm
Seating Options
Join us for appetizers and drinks with the purchase of a VIP ticket.
VIP seating opens at 5pm - VIP tickets include appetizers and one beverage of your choice.
New this year, Theater in the Park will feature a special daytime matinee performance from BEAT Children’s Theatrec
Join us on Saturday, August 15 at 11am
Celebrating 100 years of Pooh, Christopher Robin, and their friends, this heartwarming production brings the magic of the Hundred Acre Wood to life through themes of friendship, imagination, and childhood wonder. Perfect for families, this matinee offers a delightful complement to our evening performances of The Producers.
Presented by Bluefish Dental
About The Musical
A Message from the Co-Director
Michelle Mejaski
A Message from the Co-Director
Desi Thrower
Our 2026 Cast & Crew
Andres Rodriquez
Music Director
Katey James
Assistant Choreographer
Juliet Hollifield
Vocal Director/Ensemble
Tim Kuehn
Set Design
Bill Alsdurf
Costume Design
Tracy Miller
Stage Manager
Perry Scott Schwarz
Playing Carmen Ghia
Bradley Rode
Playing Max Bialystock
Katie Sheldon
Playing Ulla
John Alan Hulbert
Playing Leo Bloom
Victoria Schaad
Ensemble
Rhonda Coleman
Hold Me-Touch Me/Ensemble
Amy James
Ensemble
Natalie Tripp
Ensemble
Gwynn Villegas
Ensemble
Abby Busch
Ensemble
Russell Delmet
Ensemble
Jared Charney Cohen
Ensemble
Bx Bezich
Ensemble
Heather Bussmann
Ensemble
About Theater in the Park
Theater in the Park is Bend’s much-loved outdoor summer theater experience. Held each August in the beautiful and iconic Drake Park in Bend, Oregon.
Nestled in the heart of Central Oregon, our outdoor performances bring a unique blend of culture, community, and creativity to Bend. For over ten years, Theater in the Park has put on performances of Shakespeare classics, Jesus Christ Superstar, La Cage Aux Folles, Into The Woods, Monty Python’s SPAMALOT , RENT and Mamma Mia.
We hope to see you at this year’s installment and encourage you to bring your friends or family—especially first timers! This is a great way to introduce newcomers to the theatre and share in the magical theater experience.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Drake Park, enjoy live musicals and productions that celebrate the arts in the beauty of the great outdoors.
Explore the magic of Bend’s outdoor theater scene—where every performance is an experience you’ll cherish. Grab your tickets today and join us for an evening of entertainment, music, and memories!
Want to volunteer? Looking to sponsor this event? Check out all the ways to get involved with Theater in the Park this year, right here.
Presenting Sponsor
Additional Support from The Deschutes Children Foundation
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