The Playhouse Merced is a community theater that provides entertainment in the form of live theater, dance and music recitals performances, and artistic performances throughout the year.

Founded in 1994 as the Merced Center for the Performing Arts, Playhouse Merced is the region’s top theatre organization that engages, enriches, and entertains the communities of Merced and the Central Valley with more than a dozen shows and special events annually, including dramas, musicals, comedies, classics, and children's theatre.

In addition to outstanding theater, Playhouse Merced also features a youth Conservatory that offers educational programs and instruction in dance, music, and theatre.

Address: 452 W Main St, Merced, CA 95340, Phone: 209-725-8587

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