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Poway Center for The Performing Arts

15498 Espola Rd
Poway, CA 92064

Poway Center for The Performing Arts is a theatre in Poway, CA.

Upcoming Shows

Al Jardin & The Pet Sounds Band

Al Jardin & The Pet Sounds Band

Oct 10

Beach Boys co-founder Al Jardine keeps the sunshine sound alive with classics like “California Girls” and “Help Me, Rhonda” – plus deep cuts and rich harmonies in a feel-good night of good vibrations.

Jake Shimabukuro Holidays In Hawaii

Jake Shimabukuro Holidays In Hawaii

Nov 21

Poway’s favorite virtuoso ukulele master brings his signature style to the season - blending dazzling technique with the warm, joyful island spirit in a festive, unforgettable concert.

Curious George and the Golden Meatball

Curious George and the Golden Meatball

Jan 16, 2027

Curious George swings onto the stage in a delightful musical adventure—filled with catchy songs, big laughs, and a globe-trotting quest to save the day (and the meatballs)!

International Guitar Night

International Guitar Night

Feb 13, 2027

Back in Poway by popular demand, IGN 2027 features Roxane Elfasci (Classical, France), Luca Stricagnoli (Acoustic Rock, Italy), Jim Kimo West (Slack Key, Hawaii), and Minnie Marks (Blues, Australia).

Cirque Kalabante Afrique En Cirque

Cirque Kalabante Afrique En Cirque

Feb 28, 2027

Afrique en Cirque is a high-energy celebration of African artistry – featuring breathtaking acrobatics, human pyramids, and live Afro-Jazz and percussion in a vibrant, joy-filled spectacle of strength and rhythm.

MJ Live Michael Jackson Tribute Concert

MJ Live Michael Jackson Tribute Concert

Apr 3, 2027

Direct from Vegas, the ultimate Michael Jackson tribute delivers nonstop hits – “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” “Bad,” “Smooth Criminal” and more – powered by electrifying vocals, iconic choreography, and dazzling production.

Take3 Jukebox Rock

Take3 Jukebox Rock

Apr 18, 2027

In a tribute to the hits of the 70’s, this genre-smashing trio delivers an electrifying instrumental fusion of rock, pop, country, and Americana—featuring ABBA, The Beatles, Elvis and more in a unique, high-energy show.

Back To The Garden The Golden Age of Vinyl

Back To The Garden The Golden Age of Vinyl

May 15 – May 16, 2027

An all-new Back to the Garden story concert celebrating the albums that changed the way we listened to music. Featuring deep cuts and iconic tracks from legends like Elton John, Queen, ELO, Tina Turner and more.

Articles

Review: OH, MARY! at San Diego Civic Theatre

Review: OH, MARY! at San Diego Civic Theatre

by Lucía Serrano · October 2, 2026

Tony Award-winning playwright Cole Escola’s retelling of Mary Todd Lincoln’s life has less in common with a traditional historical account and more with Gwyneth Paltrow’s rendition of the first lady in Fox’s Glee. Certain historical facts remain unavoidable, but everything in between belong…

Review: OH, MARY! at Broadway San Diego

Review: OH, MARY! at Broadway San Diego

by ErinMarie Reiter · October 1, 2026

The humor of 'Oh, Mary!' is queer and crass, dark and campy, and somehow manages to be both completely ridiculous and to make you wonder what will happen next.…

Review: GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR at North Coast Repertory Theatre

Review: GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR at North Coast Repertory Theatre

by ErinMarie Reiter · September 20, 2026

'Good Night, Oscar' is full of comedy, music, celebrity, addiction, mental illness, ambition, and the uncomfortable bargain between an artist and an audience that wants to consume his genius.  This production at North Coast Repertory Theatre handles it all with impressive performances and empathy.…

Review: BEGIN AGAIN at The Old Globe

Review: BEGIN AGAIN at The Old Globe

by ErinMarie Reiter · September 19, 2026

'Begin Again' at the new musical The Old Globe has plenty of heart, terrific performances, and a theatrical imagination that makes making music feel almost tangible.…

Review: COME FROM AWAY at Moonlight Stage

Review: COME FROM AWAY at Moonlight Stage

by ErinMarie Reiter · September 18, 2026

 Come From Away is a show about the ripple effect of kindness. You do not have to save the world to make a difference. Fred Rogers famously told us to “look for the helpers.”  Perhaps that is why this particular musical continues to feel so welcome: In a world that can sometimes feel determin…

Review: World Premiere Musical WILD CHILD Debuts at Laguna Playhouse

Review: World Premiere Musical WILD CHILD Debuts at Laguna Playhouse

by Michael Quintos · September 15, 2026

Featuring book and lyrics by Dan Marshall and music by composer Julianne Wick Davis, WILD CHILD is an ambitious, sincerely earnest, and, at times, cleverly innovative new musical about a group of teenagers who are forced to join an outdoor wilderness therapy program where they must grapple with iden…

Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Cygnet Theatre

Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Cygnet Theatre

by ErinMarie Reiter · September 13, 2026

Cygnet Theatre’s 'Dear Evan Hansen' cast is terrific; the technical elements are beautifully integrated, and the emotions land exactly where they are meant to. You may or may not have some issues with the story, but Cygnet has made a production that gives audiences plenty to feel and discuss on th…

Review: OUR LADY OF THE SAN DIEGO CONVENTION CENTER at TuYo Theatre

Review: OUR LADY OF THE SAN DIEGO CONVENTION CENTER at TuYo Theatre

by ErinMarie Reiter · September 12, 2026

Our Lady of the San Diego Convention Center centers these experiences with care and humor, giving audiences a chance to know these migrant girls and what they experienced as children by capturing their fears, friendships, faith, and small moments of joy instead of as statistics or political talking …

Past Shows

11 total · showing 11–11

New West Ballet - The Nutcracker

New West Ballet - The Nutcracker

Nov 23 – Nov 25, 2018

A holiday fantasy world springs to life on the stage at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts as New West Ballet Theatre presents the classic ballet The Nutcracker. Famous for its festive Tchaikovsky score, The Nutcracker made its debut in St. Petersburg, Russia in 1892 and...

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BEGIN AGAIN in San Diego BEGIN AGAIN
The Old Globe (9/06-10/11) PHOTOS
Good Night, Oscar in San Diego Good Night, Oscar
North Coast Repertory (9/16-10/18)
Ripcord in San Diego Ripcord
The Roustabouts Theatre Co. (10/08-11/01)
The Cottage in San Diego The Cottage
North Coast Repertory (10/28-11/22)
Next to Normal in San Diego Next to Normal
3Peace Studios & Point Loma Playhouse (9/25-10/11)
Cirque Kalabante Afrique En Cirque in San Diego Cirque Kalabante Afrique En Cirque
Poway Center for The Performing Arts (2/28-2/28)
Radio '47: The Dark Attic in San Diego Radio '47: The Dark Attic
Mockingbird Improv (5/08-12/18)
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in San Diego Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Casa del Prado Theatre (10/23-11/08)
Ripcord in San Diego Ripcord
Scripps Ranch Theatre (10/08-11/01)
Always...Patsy Cline in San Diego Always...Patsy Cline
Mosaic Theatricals (7/16-8/01)