Escondido, Ca. – March 6, 2020 – On the heels of the 25th Anniversary season coming to a close, the California Center for the Arts, Escondido (The Center) is proud to announce the acquisition of The Barn Stage company, a professional theatre company located in Temecula, that produces musical theater and plays.
Jordan Beck, Executive Director along with J. Scott Lapp, Artistic Director for The Barn Stage Company will oversee the new Center Theatrics department and help in the production of Theatrical Arts at the Center.
“Having found a home in Escondido, we are thrilled to take what we started with The Barn Stage Company and continue our mission of theatrical excellence by joining the California Center for the Arts family,” said Beck.
The Center first partnered with The Barn Stage Company in the fall of 2018 with the production of “The Best of Broadway”. With the success of that show, it has led to the production of more shows including “The Best of Motown”, “The Piano Men”, and “Happily After Ever”.
“We look forward to joining the team in Escondido and introducing a new Broadway caliber season of plays, musicals and special events in 2020 and beyond.” Lapp Said.
Jerry VanLeeuwen, Executive Director of the California Center for the Arts, Escondido is excited for the merge.
“Jordan and J. Scott are so well respected locally and in the industry. Their connections and reputation have already enhanced the programming options of the Center,” Van Leeuwen said. “This new connection will bring events we have not even imagined yet. I cannot wait.”
The Center will be announcing the Theatrical Arts 2020-21 season by the end of the month.
About California Center for the Arts, Escondido
With a mission of bringing people together to discover, create and celebrate the arts, California Center for the Arts, Escondido is the cultural center of North San Diego County.
The Center’s unique campus includes a 1,523-seat concert hall, a 404-seat theater, a contemporary art museum, art and dance studios, and a full-service conference center with meeting and banquet facilities.
The Center also runs an extensive education program and produces free community events.
The Center is located at 340 N. Escondido Blvd. in Escondido. The Ticket Office can be reached at (800) 988-4253. Tickets can also be purchased online. To learn more, including performance dates, times, and ticket information, visit artcenter.org.
