Performance Santa Fe (PSF), one of Santa Fe’s most iconic cultural institutions, has announced that it will close its doors in 2025 after 88 years of advancing the performing arts in the community. The decision comes with a deep sense of pride in PSF’s legacy and gratitude for the support of its partners, donors, artists, and audiences over the decades.

Since its first performance in 1937 — playing to a crowd of 775 in a city of fewer than 20,000 people — Performance Santa Fe has been at the forefront of artistic and cultural excellence. PSF has inspired local audiences with the best in music, dance and theater at iconic Santa Fe locations. Its education programs such as the Masterclass Series, the Arts for Life program, and the Field Trip Series, have nurtured aspiring talent and supported performing arts education in the region. Performance Santa Fe’s final season has included standout moments, such as their signature Festival of Song series and Kristin Chenoweth’s sold-out holiday performance on December 21, a fitting tribute to nearly nine decades of excellence.

Performance Santa Fe’s contributions to the city’s cultural landscape have been marked by innovation and resilience. Over the decades, PSF’s programming has consistently evolved to meet the changing times while staying true to its commitment to artistic excellence. While the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact, PSF leaves a legacy of inspiration and leadership in the performing arts. Performance Santa Fe acknowledges the vital role of its many collaborators, funders, and community partners, whose contributions were instrumental to its success.

Performance Santa Fe will close its administrative offices as part of the wind-down process. During this time, PSF will ensure all operations are concluded smoothly and responsibly. All remaining performances will be cancelled, and full refunds will be issued to ticketholders. For questions related to refunds or other closure-related matters, please contact communications@performancesantafe.org.

“This closure reflects the broader challenges facing arts organizations across the country, including shifting audience habits and entertainment choices,” said Natalie Beller, Performance Santa Fe Board of Directors Vice President. “Performance Santa Fe is proud of its legacy and the impact it has made, and we are confident that the city’s other outstanding performing arts organizations will continue to enrich Santa Fe’s cultural life for years to come.”

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