Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater has been serving dinner and Broadway-style musicals in Fresno, California since 1978. It’s the home stage of the Good Company Players, and it puts on a new musical roughly every two months, all year round.
This guide covers what’s playing in late 2026 and 2027, ticket prices, showtimes, the dinner menu and what to know before your first visit.
Quick answer: Roger Rocka’s is at 1226 N. Wishon Avenue in Fresno’s Tower District. Come From Away runs until November 15, 2026, followed by Shrek the Musical (November 20, 2026 to January 17, 2027). The latest published dinner-and-show price is $79 per adult ($76 for seniors and military, $58 for ages 5 to 25), and show-only tickets are $45. Call the box office at (559) 266-9494 or book at rogerrockas.com.
What Is Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater?
Roger Rocka’s is a dinner theater in Fresno’s Tower District where you eat a served dinner and then watch a full-scale musical without leaving your table. It’s the permanent home of the Good Company Players (GCP), a local theater company founded in 1973 by managing director Dan Pessano.
According to the theater’s own history, Roger Rocka’s opened in late June 1978, when a collaboration between Dan Pessano and Roger Rocka gave the Good Company Players a year-round home. On opening night, the kitchen and bar weren’t finished, so the food had to be catered in.
Today, every performance starts with a 15- to 20-minute pre-show by GCP’s Junior Company, a group of young performers.
Quick facts
| Opened | 1978 |
| Resident company | Good Company Players |
| Address | 1226 N. Wishon Avenue, Fresno, CA 93728 |
| Neighborhood | Tower District |
| Box office | (559) 266-9494 or (800) 371-4747 |
| Group sales | (559) 266-9493 |
| Website | rogerrockas.com |
| Sister venue | GCP’s 2nd Space Theatre, 920 E. Olive Avenue |
Roger Rocka’s Show Schedule 2026–2027
These dates come from the Good Company Players show schedule as of October 2026.
| Show | Dates |
|---|---|
| Come From Away (now playing) | September 25 – November 15, 2026 |
| Shrek the Musical | November 20, 2026 – January 17, 2027 |
| Les Misérables | January 22 – April 4, 2027 |
| Little Shop of Horrors | April 9 – May 23, 2027 |
| Clue | May 28 – July 18, 2027 |
| Disney’s The Little Mermaid | July 23 – September 19, 2027 |
| She Loves Me | September 24 – November 14, 2027 |
| The Addams Family | November 19, 2027 – January 16, 2028 |
2027 season tickets are available through the Roger Rocka’s website.
Performance times
| Day | Junior Company pre-show | Main show curtain |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday evening | 7:00 pm | 7:30 pm |
| Friday and Saturday evening | 7:30 pm | 8:00 pm |
| Sunday matinee | 1:00 pm | 1:30 pm |
| Sunday evening | 7:00 pm | 7:30 pm |
Dinner is served before the show, so you’ll need to arrive well before the pre-show (see “What to expect” below).
Roger Rocka’s Ticket Prices
These are the most recent prices published on the Roger Rocka’s website. The site still labels them “2025 Prices,” so confirm with the box office when you book.
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Dinner and show (adult) | $79 |
| Dinner and show (seniors 62+ and military) | $76 |
| Dinner and show (ages 5–25) | $58 |
| Show only (no dinner) | $45 |
| Student rush (show only, 10 minutes before curtain if seats are available) | $28 |
A few things to know:
- Bar drinks and desserts are extra. Optional drink-and-dessert packages cost less than buying the items separately.
- Military pricing covers current and retired service members only, not family or friends.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult diner, and every child needs a ticket. Children 5 and under generally aren’t admitted unless the show is aimed at kids.
- There are no refunds, but you can exchange tickets for another available date at least 24 hours in advance.
Group tickets (16 or more people)
Groups of 16 or more get early access to tickets and lower prices. The latest published group rates are:
- Dinner and show: $70 per person, including table-service dinner, the show, tax and tip.
- Show only: $45 per person.
- Coffee or iced tea, dessert and tip: $17 per person extra.
- Spotlight Package: $31 per person extra for any two drinks and a dessert.
Contact group sales at (559) 266-9493 or [email protected]. You can also rent out the entire theater for a private event.
How to Buy Tickets
- Online: Choose a date at rogerrockas.com and buy directly. Season tickets and gift certificates are also sold online.
- By phone: Call (559) 266-9494 or (800) 371-4747. Staff can help you choose a table and date.
- At the box office: 1226 N. Wishon Avenue. Box office hours are:
- Monday: closed
- Tuesday and Wednesday: 10 am – 5:30 pm
- Thursday: 10 am – 7:30 pm
- Friday and Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm
- Sunday: 10 am – 3 pm
Weekend shows and popular titles sell out, so book early.
What’s on the Menu at Roger Rocka’s?
Dinner is prepared by award-winning chef Eric De Groot and his team, and the menu changes with every show to match its theme. Your entrée is included in the dinner-and-show ticket. Appetizers, drinks and desserts are ordered separately.
For example, the Come From Away menu includes appetizers such as:
- Tater tot poutine ($19)
- Crispy beer-battered mushrooms ($18)
- Coconut shrimp ($22)
Before the show you’re served appetizers, drinks and dinner, and you can order dessert at intermission. If you have dietary restrictions, call the box office before your visit. You can see the current show’s menu on the theater’s website.
What to Expect at Roger Rocka’s
When to arrive
The theater asks guests to arrive by 6:00 pm on Thursday and Sunday evenings and by 6:30 pm on Friday and Saturday, and to allow at least an hour for dinner. For Sunday matinees, allow the same hour for dinner before the 1:00 pm pre-show.
Seating
Guests sit at dining tables facing the stage, so everyone has a view while they eat. Box office staff can help you choose a table when you book by phone, and you can view the seating map on the theater’s website.
Dress code
There’s no strict dress code. Guests wear everything from evening wear to office casual, and the theater simply asks that you be comfortable and well groomed.
Parking
There’s plenty of free, unmetered street parking in the Tower District. Spots fill up quickly on busy nights, so arrive early.
How long does it take?
Plan for about three to three and a half hours from arrival to final bow, including dinner, the pre-show, the musical and intermission.
Tips for First-Time Visitors
- Book early, especially for weekends, holidays and big titles like Les Misérables.
- Arrive on time for dinner. Service has to finish before the curtain goes up.
- Budget for extras. Drinks, appetizers, desserts and tips aren’t included in the base ticket.
- Try the 2nd Space Theatre too. GCP’s smaller sister venue stages plays rather than musicals, with general admission tickets around $25.
Roger Rocka’s in Fresno’s Arts Scene
For more than four decades, Roger Rocka’s and the Good Company Players have been central to the Tower District’s arts scene. GCP trains young performers through its Junior Company and stages about a dozen productions a year across its two venues, six musicals at Roger Rocka’s and six plays at the 2nd Space Theatre.
FAQs
How much are tickets at Roger Rocka’s?
The latest published price is $79 for dinner and show, $76 for seniors and military, $58 for ages 5 to 25 and $45 for the show only. Confirm current prices with the box office.
What’s playing at Roger Rocka’s now?
Come From Away runs until November 15, 2026. Shrek the Musical opens November 20, 2026.
Is dinner included in the ticket?
Your entrée is included in the dinner-and-show ticket. Appetizers, drinks and desserts cost extra.
What time should I arrive at Roger Rocka’s?
By 6:00 pm on Thursday and Sunday evenings and by 6:30 pm on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Is there a dress code?
No. Anything from office casual to evening wear is fine.
Can children attend Roger Rocka’s?
Yes, but children 5 and under generally aren’t admitted unless the show is aimed at kids, and every child needs a ticket.
Does Roger Rocka’s offer refunds?
No, but tickets can be exchanged for another available date at least 24 hours in advance.
Where do I park?
Free street parking is available throughout the Tower District.
Conclusion: Is Roger Rocka’s Worth It?
For under $80, Roger Rocka’s gives you a served dinner, a youth pre-show and a full Broadway-style musical in one evening, which makes it one of the best-value nights out in Fresno. With Come From Away playing now and Shrek, Les Misérables and The Little Mermaid coming up, there’s a good reason to book a table this season.
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