Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center Now Accepting Mainstage Rental Applications for 2026 Season

The Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center is now accepting applications from professional theater companies and performing arts organizations to rent its Mainstage during the upcoming 2026 season. Applications are welcomed for professionally produced musicals, plays, concerts, and special arts events that reflect the Center's reputation for providing high-quality family entertainment. Production runs can range from one to five consecutive weekends. Concerts and Special Events can be one night or a series of events. Both established and emerging performing arts organizations are encouraged to apply. "In Season 2026, the Cultural Arts Center will be beginning our 31st year of providing quality live entertainment for the Ventura and Los Angeles County community," said Fred Helsel, Community Services Manager with the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center. "Our longevity and success are a direct result of our close artistic partnerships with the local performing arts community," continued Helsel. "We are excited to be celebrating Season 2026 with those organizations who have helped us to succeed thus far, and always look forward to welcoming new and exciting arts partnerships." Applications are available online at https://www.simivalley.org/CACMainstageApp. The application period will close on October 24, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Applications will be accepted after this date; however, those received by the October 24th deadline will have priority ranking. Applicants are encouraged to review the eligibility requirements of the Performing Arts Recovery (PAR) Grant Program, offered by the City of Simi Valley, at https://www.simivalley.org/performingartsrecoverygrant. The grant is designed to assist artists and arts, cultural, and educational organizations with the rental fees associated with renting the Cultural Arts Center. Applicants may apply for PAR Grant funding once their 2026 rental has been confirmed. For more information about the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, its programming, and to purchase tickets for an upcoming show, please visit https://www.svcac.org.