Singin' in the Rain

Zilker Theatre Productions is bringing Singin' in the Rain to the Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater this summer, with performances running from July 10 through August 15. It's the 2026 season of the Zilker Summer Musical, a tradition that's been a part of Austin since 1959. The production is a stage adaptation of the movie musical, based on the screenplay by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green.

If you know the story, you know what to expect: the title number is the big one, and they're doing it with an actual rainstorm on stage. Around that, there's the choreography and the costumes that the show is known for. It's a musical that leans on its dance numbers as much as its songs, and the rain sequence is the centerpiece of the whole thing.

There's some context worth knowing about the production. Zilker Theatre Productions is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, and the Summer Musical is one of their main efforts. They bring free theatre to over 45,000 people every year at the hillside theater, so this is a large-scale production meant for a big crowd. Because it's a non-profit, they keep the admission free and encourage donations to help keep the program sustainable.

So, you can see Singin' in the Rain anywhere from July 10 to August 15 at the Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater. Admission is free, and donations are encouraged. One thing to keep in mind for this year: the 2026 season includes paid parking to help cover rising production costs, so factor that in when you're planning your trip.