Diversionary Theatre

Founded in 1986, Diversionary Theatre is recognized as one of San Diego’s best theatres, and proudly showcases the most vibrant and diverse group of talent the city has to offer. We aim to foster and amplify the next generation of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other marginalized voices by providing the local community with live entertainment in a dynamic, inclusive, and welcoming environment that celebrates and preserves our unique culture.

Diversionary Theatre began as a forum to shed light on the important social issues affecting the quality of life of LGBTQ+ people, namely the AIDS crisis and its immediate and devastating impact on the community through the performing arts.

Over time, the constantly shifting debates over marriage equality, adoption rights, bullying, and military service caused Diversionary’s mission to grow as a way to continually amplify marginalized voices and share their stories and lived experiences through widely-accessible live entertainment.

Meet our team and board members who help make Diversionary Theatre’s mission and vision a reality.
Diversionary Theatre is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Tax ID # 33-0240436.