SAN MARCOS, Calif. (April 8, 2026) — The TERI Players will bring the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland to life on May 7, 8, 14 and 15 in a vibrant theatrical production at The Bornemann Theatre on the TERI Campus of Life. In response to consistent sell-out crowds, the company will present four performances for the first time in its history.
The TERI Players are a dynamic ensemble of adults with special needs enrolled in the Center for the Arts program at TERI Campus of Life, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Known for their fun and professional performances, the TERI Players have steadily grown in popularity as audiences from San Diego to Los Angeles and beyond discover the talent, humor, and heart these passionate performers bring to the stage.
“It’s amazing to see how far the TERI Players have come — from performing once a year at an off-site local theater to having their own stage now at The Bornemann and putting on four performances,” said Kyle Ramirez, Director of Performing Arts at TERI. “The excitement and support from the community have been incredible.”
Each ticket sold helps sustain TERI’s transformative work for the special needs community, a nonprofit that offers independence, enrichment, and community connection.
In the TERI Players’ adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, audiences follow Alice, an inquisitive young woman whose ordinary afternoon turns extraordinary when she falls into a dreamlike journey through Wonderland. After drifting into sleep while listening to a fantastical tale read by her eccentric uncle, Alice finds herself chasing the mysterious White Rabbit into a strange and whimsical world.
Along the way, she encounters a cast of delightfully peculiar characters — including a philosophical Caterpillar, the mischievous Cheshire Cat, the unpredictable Mad Hatter, and a garden of lively dancing flowers. Alice’s surreal adventure eventually leads her to the chaotic court of the Queen of Hearts, where absurd rules and unpredictable behavior challenge her courage and imagination.
The production highlights the creativity and talents of the TERI Players who contribute to the writing, music, dance, and filmed portions in addition to a TERI crew for lighting, set design, costumes, and more with the support of TERI professionals.
“We believe in the power of the arts to transform lives and that everyone gains from it – the individual, the families, the community,” adds Ramirez. “There’s a ripple effect of joy that this kind of empowerment creates.”
Tickets are $30: go.tericampusoflife.org/alice. All proceeds support TERI Campus of Life and its 20-plus quality programs and services for the special needs community.
Dinner is available at TERI Common Grounds Café before each performance, beginning at 4 p.m. Doors and concessions open at The Bornemann Theatre at 6:00 p.m.
About TERI Campus of Life
Founded in 1980, TERI (Training, Education & Resource Institute) is a nonprofit organization raising the quality of life for children, adults, and seniors with learning and developmental disabilities. Based in North County San Diego, TERI provides innovative programs in specialized education, residential living, the arts, vocational training, and family support services. TERI has been cited as a model program in California and is internationally recognized as a center for social change and lifelong care for those with special needs. Learn more at www.tericampusoflife.org.
About the TERI Players
The TERI Players are a dynamic ensemble of adult performers with unique abilities known for creating inclusive and empowering theatrical experiences. Guided by a team of professional artists and educators from TERI, they redefine what community theater can be.
About The Bornemann Theatre
Established in 2024, The Bornemann Theatre is San Marcos’ premier 200-seat indoor venue offering live entertainment – from concerts and comedy to theater arts, film, and more. Located on the beautiful TERI Campus of Life and housed within the Zable Performing Arts Center, it’s a hub for creativity, connection, and inclusive good times in North County San Diego. All proceeds from tickets and concessions help to support TERI’s quality programs and services for the special needs community. Learn more at www.thebornemann.com.
