Beetlejuice Musical Returns to San Jose

Broadway San Jose brings the hit 'Beetlejuice' musical to the Center for the Performing Arts.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The popular 'Beetlejuice' musical, based on the classic 1988 Tim Burton film, is coming back to San Jose for a limited engagement from March 31 to April 5 at the Center for the Performing Arts. The musical features memorable songs and the story of a troubled teenager whose life is upended when she moves into a house inhabited by a recently deceased couple and the mischievous demon Beetlejuice.

Why it matters

The return of the 'Beetlejuice' musical to San Jose is an exciting event for local theater fans, as the show has been a hit on Broadway and its national tour. The musical's blend of dark humor, catchy songs, and beloved source material is expected to draw large crowds to the Center for the Performing Arts.

The details

The 'Beetlejuice' musical is based on the 1988 Tim Burton film of the same name, which starred Michael Keaton as the title character. The musical features a book by Scott Brown and Emmy Award winner Anthony King, with music and lyrics by Eddie Perfect. It follows the story of Lydia Deetz, a troubled teenager whose life is changed when she moves into a house inhabited by a recently deceased couple and the mischievous demon Beetlejuice.

  • The 'Beetlejuice' musical will be performed at the Center for the Performing Arts in San Jose from March 31 to April 5, 2026.
  • The original 'Beetlejuice' film was released in 1988.

The players

Beetlejuice

The mischievous demon character from the original 'Beetlejuice' film, who is the title character of the musical.

Lydia Deetz

The troubled teenage protagonist of the 'Beetlejuice' musical, whose life is upended when she moves into a haunted house.

Broadway San Jose

The organization presenting the 'Beetlejuice' musical at the Center for the Performing Arts in San Jose.

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What they’re saying

“Toss in some disturbingly memorable and delightfully over-the-top Broadway songs — including 'Creepy Old Guy,' 'Say My Name,' 'Dead Mom,' 'Girl Scout,' 'The Whole 'Being Dead' Thing' and, most famously, 'Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)' — and what you get is a really fun night of theater.”

— Jim Harrington, Author (mercurynews.com)

What’s next

Tickets for the 'Beetlejuice' musical performances in San Jose from March 31 to April 5, 2026 are on sale now through the Broadway San Jose website.

The takeaway

The return of the hit 'Beetlejuice' musical to San Jose is an exciting opportunity for local theater fans to experience the beloved story and characters from the classic Tim Burton film brought to life on stage with memorable songs and over-the-top Broadway flair.