When Does St. George Musical Theater's Dimon Legacy Theatre Open? Quick Answer
St. George Musical Theater (SGMT) holds the grand opening of its new Dimon Legacy Theatre on Saturday, December 12, 2026, with a ribbon cutting at 12:30 p.m. and an open house from 1 p.m. The theater is at 950 S. Main St., across from The PAC. SGMT says it seats more than 350 in a theater-in-the-round layout.
What Is the Schedule for the December 12 Grand Opening?
The St. George Area Chamber of Commerce lists the grand opening on its calendar for Saturday, December 12, from 10:45 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the ribbon cutting at 12:30 p.m. SGMT's own Dimon Legacy Theatre page lays out the day, including a "Moving Down Main" walk:
- 10:45 a.m.: Arrive at the Historic Opera House.
- 11 a.m.: Goodbye ceremony at the Opera House.
- 11:15 a.m.: A one-mile walk down Main Street to the new theater. SGMT asks walkers to register through a form linked on its page.
- 12 p.m.: Homecoming gathering with food trucks and music from Kony Radio.
- 12:30 p.m.: Ribbon-cutting ceremony with the national anthem and official remarks.
- 1 p.m.: Open house and tours begin.
- 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.: Two "Homecoming" shows.
The Chamber's listing gives 212 N. Main St. as the event location. SGMT's page says the day starts at the Historic Opera House and does not give that building's street address. The page does not say whether the open house or the Homecoming shows require tickets, and it does not list parking arrangements for December 12.
What Are the Homecoming Shows and Giveaways?
SGMT describes the Homecoming show as a program that brings back past performers to sing songs from earlier productions "at the historic Opera House." The company says the performance honors the people and community that built the theater.
The company also lists giveaways: seven show baskets, each with four show tickets, and one season-ticket basket. According to SGMT, people can enter by joining the walk, by entering the new building for the tour, or by going to a Homecoming show during the day.
Where Is the Dimon Legacy Theatre and What Will It Have?
SGMT's venues page lists the new theater at 950 S. Main St., St. George, UT 84770, across from The PAC. Its Founders' Premiere page gives the same address and says parking is available at the Dimon or at the performing arts campus across the street.
The company describes a building of more than 21,000 square feet with seating for more than 350 and a theater-in-the-round layout. Its page also lists full concessions. SGMT says the new theater is meant as a lasting home for the performing arts and that it will let the company expand its youth programs, which it says it has offered for more than 20 years.
The company's homepage says it serves more than 50,000 patrons a year through seven annual productions. It also lists three performance venues: the Historic Opera House, The PAC on Main and the upcoming Dimon Legacy Theatre. SGMT is a nonprofit, and its homepage was still asking for help raising a final $1.5 million for the new building when we checked on November 2.
What Is the Founders' Premiere on December 1?
Before the public opening, SGMT is holding a ticketed Founders' Premiere on Tuesday, December 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. at 950 S. Main St. The company describes it as a first look for donors and civic leaders and a celebration of the completed theater. General admission is $250 and includes hors d'oeuvres, a mocktail and beverage bar, and a Founders' Premiere gift. Formal attire is encouraged, and the event is ADA accessible.
The program lists a welcome reception from 6 to 6:45 p.m., then opening remarks, a theater dedication with entertainment, an auction and a "Raise the Paddle" appeal, with closing remarks at 8 p.m. SGMT says it hopes to raise $1 million that evening. Questions go to 435-628-8755.
What Does SGMT Have Planned for 2027?
SGMT's site lists seven shows under a 2027 season: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Cinderella, Fiddler on the Roof, School of Rock, Singin' in the Rain, Come From Away and Anastasia. Season tickets are on sale, and single tickets were marked "coming soon" for most shows when we checked. The site does not say which venue will host each show, so we are not assigning shows to the new theater.
For other arts events in the area, see our arts and culture guide, and for the holiday season around the opening, our Christmas events in Southern Utah guide and things to do in St. George in December 2026. We also have a event page for the grand opening and a listing for St. George Musical Theater. The theater is in St. George.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Dimon Legacy Theatre grand opening?
SGMT lists the grand opening for Saturday, December 12, 2026. The Chamber calendar shows the event from 10:45 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the ribbon cutting at 12:30 p.m. and the open house beginning at 1 p.m.
Where is the new St. George Musical Theater building?
SGMT lists the Dimon Legacy Theatre at 950 S. Main St. in St. George, across from The PAC. Its office is at 905 S. Main St., and the office phone is 435-628-8755, weekdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
What is the Founders' Premiere?
It is a ticketed evening on Tuesday, December 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the new theater. SGMT describes it as a first look for donors and civic leaders. General admission is $250, and formal attire is encouraged.
How many seats will the new theater have?
SGMT says the new theater will seat more than 350 people and keep its theater-in-the-round layout. The page also describes a building of more than 21,000 square feet with full concessions.
Sources: St. George Musical Theater, "Dimon Legacy Theatre"; St. George Musical Theater, "Founders’ Premiere"; St. George Musical Theater, "Venues"; St. George Musical Theater, "Contact"; St. George Musical Theater, "Shows"; St. George Musical Theater, "Youth Programs"; St. George Area Chamber of Commerce, "GRAND OPENING | St. George Musical Theater," Dec. 12, 2026. Checked November 2, 2026.
