JANUARY 2011

California Center for the Arts, Escondido presents

Free First Wednesdays — Joey Molina’s Broadway Review

Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Center Theater

Joey Molina is an accomplished singer and actor whose credits include four seasons with the Old Globe Theatre, performing in productions such as “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!,” “Celebration of the Lizard,” “Zoot Suit,” and “A Christmas Carol” at the San Diego Repertory Theatre.

Tickets: This event is free.
Tickets are available one hour prior to curtain on a first-come, first-served basis.

This performance is generously sponsored by the Linden Root Dickinson Foundation, The Rotary Club of Escondido, and Dr. David and Mrs. Lynn Tagge..

California Center for the Arts, Escondido presents

Keyboard Conversations® “The Romantic Music of Robert Schumann: Fantasies Forbidden and Fulfilled”
featuring Jeffrey Siegel

Sunday, January 16, 2011 at 4:00 p.m.
Center Theater

Siegel takes the audience on an exciting musical journey featuring the “Fantasy Pieces Opus 12,” the famous “Dreaming and Soaring,” and the stunning, virtuoso “Symphonic Etudes Opus 13,” or “Variations on a melody of a false Father-in-Law.”
www.keyboardconversations.com

Tickets: $32
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Family 4 Packs available! Just $96 for 4 tickets. Series Ticket Package available. Save 15% when you purchase tickets to all three Keyboard Conversations performances!
Packages must be purchased by phone or at the Ticket Office. For more information or to purchase your discount tickets please call (800) 988-4253.

This performance is generously sponsored by a Giving Circle made up of Joyce Brackman, Mrs. Lois Brossart, Marilyn Dailey, Marilyn Evans, Dr. D. & Sunny Frowein, Dan & Kathy Fults, Peggy Keifer, Ed & Nancy Lyon, Joanne McGee, Paul & Maggie Meyer, Burtine Morse, Ed Sanders, Ann & Richard Rothwell, Portia Shumaker (SD Foundation).

California Center for the Arts, Escondido presents

Center Stage: Performances for Youth —
“John and Juan: A History of the Golden State”

Wednesday, January 19, 2011 at 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.
Center Theater

Natives and immigrants discover their common heritage in this humorous and educational romp through 500 years of California history. John and Juan will lead students in grades K – 12 on an unforgettable journey to relive some of California’s most memorable moments.

Tickets: $2.50
Advance reservation with payment required. Please contact the Center Ticket Office at (800) 988-4253 for more information.

Center Stage series is generously sponsored by McBeth Foundation, Dr. David & Mrs. Lynn Tagge and San Diego Gas & Electric A Sempra Energy Utility.

California Center for the Arts, Escondido and
Mike Pettite Presentations present

New Shanghai Circus

Sunday, January 23, 2011 at 3:00 p.m.
Concert Hall

Shanghai’s astonishing athletes defy gravity and execute breathtaking feats, stretching the limits of human ability to bring more than 2,000 years of Chinese circus traditions to the stage. This incredible group of acrobats, jugglers and contortionists present a spellbinding show with spectacular flair.
www.acrobatsofchina.com

Tickets: $20–$33
VIP Tickets: $53
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The Phat Da Buddhist Temple of San Diego presents

Jade Buddha for Universal Peace

January 29, 2011 - February 6, 2011
Great Green Lawn

After traveling around the world and attracting almost 5 million viisitors, the Phat Da Buddhist Temple of San Diego is bringing the beautifully crafted Jade Buddha to make its temporary home on the Great Green Lawn for visitors far and wide to see.  The Jade Buddha, symbolizing Universal Peace, towers 8 feet high and sits on a 4.5 foot alabaster throne.  It weighs over 4 tons and has been hand carved from a very rare piece of gemstone quality jade.  Its size and beauty make it a "wonder of the world."

Throughout the Jade Buddha's nine day stay, ther will be multiple daily events consisting of musical performances, meditations, Dharma teachings (including two in English), and even special celebrations to ring in the Chinese New Year.

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California Center for the Arts, Escondido and
Mike Pettite Presentations present

Forever Plaid

Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
Concert Hall

As four-part guy groups harmonized their way across the airwaves, Forever Plaid made their rise to the top. Not even a fatal car crash could stop the old-fashioned gents in plaid as they try to ‘make it,’ making the best of the toughest of rejections and the most challenging roadblocks — including death. See the Plaids return to Earth for one final concert, performing some of the greatest hits from the ’50s before returning to heaven. Don’t miss this heartwarming musical comedy, at the Center for one night only.

Tickets: $28–$45
VIP Tickets: $65
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