Broadway's 'Beetlejuice' Musical Haunts San Diego with Heart, Chaos & Big Laughs

The national tour of the hit Broadway show brings Tim Burton's cult classic to life on stage.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The Broadway National Tour of Beetlejuice has landed in San Diego through March 1, bringing the 'ghost with the most' to the stage with laughs, cringe-worthy humor, and dazzling set and projection design. Based on Tim Burton's cult classic film, the musical follows the same premise but gives its green-haired antihero Beetlejuice far more stage time, exploring themes of grief, family dynamics, and the need to be seen.

Why it matters

The Beetlejuice musical has been a hit on Broadway, and the national tour allows fans across the country to experience the show's unique blend of dark humor, spectacle, and heart. As a beloved cult film from the 1980s, the musical's successful stage adaptation demonstrates the enduring appeal of Tim Burton's offbeat sensibilities and the continued popularity of the Beetlejuice character.

The details

The musical follows the story of Lydia Deetz, a teenager grieving the loss of her mother, who encounters the recently deceased couple Adam and Barbara haunting her family's new house. What follows is a journey filled with teen rebellion, chaos, and a trip to the underworld, all set to a score of rock-like musical numbers. The production features standout performances, including San Diego native Leianna Weaver as Lydia and Ryan Stajmiger as the raunchy, sassy Beetlejuice. The show's design elements, including the set, costumes, projections, and lighting, capture the signature Tim Burton aesthetic.

  • The Broadway National Tour of Beetlejuice is playing in San Diego through March 1, 2026.

The players

Beetlejuice

The green-haired, raspy-voiced antihero of the story, who shares a loneliness with the grieving Lydia that brings them together.

Lydia Deetz

A teenager grieving the loss of her mother, played by San Diego native Leianna Weaver, who delivers powerful vocals and balances teen angst with dark humor.

Adam and Barbara

The recently deceased couple haunting Lydia's family's new house, played by David Wilson and Kaitlin Feely with sincerity and charm.

Delia

Lydia's father's life coach, played by Bailey Frankenberg, who provides standout comic relief with her exaggerated self-involvement.

Lydia's Father

Played by Jeff Brooks, he brings genuine heart to the strained father-daughter dynamic.

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What’s next

The Beetlejuice national tour will continue its run in San Diego through March 1, 2026, before moving on to other cities across the country.

The takeaway

The Beetlejuice musical successfully translates the beloved cult film to the stage, delivering a spectacle-filled production that balances dark humor, heart, and the enduring appeal of Tim Burton's offbeat sensibilities.