Palomar Performing Arts

Pastorela Fronteriza
2025-12-11 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-12 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-13 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Studio Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
ST December 5th-14th (Thursday, Friday, Saturday @ 7:30pm, Sunday @ 2:30pm)

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PASTORELA FRONTERIZA
(Borderland Shepherd’s Play)
In English with some Spanish
By Carlos Morton
Directed by Alejandro Moreno
A bold reimagining of a beloved Mexican tradition, Pastorela Fronteriza blends ancient storytelling with sharp social satire. Set along the U.S./Mexico border, this contemporary Christmas play follows a group of shepherds whose spiritual journey is challenged by devilish temptations. Guided by the North Star, they cross into a surreal landscape where a flashy shopping mall—and a cunning Santa in disguise—threaten to distract them from their sacred path. Written by acclaimed playwright Carlos Morton, this borderland pastorela is a vibrant, thought-provoking celebration of hope, resilience, and holiday spirit.

Winter Dance 2025
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Howard Brubeck Theatre, Howard Brubeck Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Winter Dance | Howard Brubeck Theatre – Friday, December 12 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 13 at 2:00pm

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WINTER DANCE 2025
Directed by Patriceann Mead
Friday, December 12, at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 13 at 2:00 p.m. (HBT)
Modern, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, World Dance, and Musical Theatre forms! Palomar dance students and faculty will warm your heart with outstanding original choreography, with a variety of dance styles and traditions to ring in the holidays.

Pastorela Fronteriza
2025-12-14 14:30 - 15:30 | Studio Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
ST December 5th-14th (Thursday, Friday, Saturday @ 7:30pm, Sunday @ 2:30pm)

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Temporary Parking Route Instructions
Sunday, December 7 ONLY!
Due to a closure on Mission Road, please use the following alternate route to access campus:
Travel on Las Posas Road.
Turn onto Avenida Azul.
Continue and turn right onto Comet Circle.
Follow posted signs directing you to Parking Lot 1.
Thank you for your cooperation during the road closure
PASTORELA FRONTERIZA
(Borderland Shepherd’s Play)
In English with some Spanish
By Carlos Morton
Directed by Alejandro Moreno
A bold reimagining of a beloved Mexican tradition, Pastorela Fronteriza blends ancient storytelling with sharp social satire. Set along the U.S./Mexico border, this contemporary Christmas play follows a group of shepherds whose spiritual journey is challenged by devilish temptations. Guided by the North Star, they cross into a surreal landscape where a flashy shopping mall—and a cunning Santa in disguise—threaten to distract them from their sacred path. Written by acclaimed playwright Carlos Morton, this borderland pastorela is a vibrant, thought-provoking celebration of hope, resilience, and holiday spirit.
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Holiday Swing!
2025-12-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Howard Brubeck Theatre, Howard Brubeck Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Holiday Swing | Howard Brubeck Theatre – Wednesday, December 17 at 7:00 p.m.

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HOLIDAY SWING!
Palomar Day and Night Jazz Ensembles – Directed by Mackenzie Leighton
Wednesday, December 17 at 7:00p.m. (HBT)
Come with us as the Palomar Performing Arts Day and Night Jazz Bands bring you your Holiday Favorites.

Concert Hour
2025-12-18 13:00 - 13:50 | Performance Lab (D10), 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
CONCERT HOUR
Make plans to attend our Free Concert Hour on Thursdays this Fall and Spring. Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a wide range of exciting artists and musicians. The program is presented at 1:00 p.m. and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. Visit www.palomarperforms.com for updated information for all dates and performance locations.
FREE CONCERT HOUR SERIES
1:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fall and Spring – Parking is Free in Lots 1 and 15
Fall 2025 Concert Hour
September 18, 25; October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; November 6, 13, 20;
December 4, 11, 18
Spring 2026 Concert Hour
February 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21
TODAY’S PERFORMER: Palomar Performing Arts Honor Recital

Holiday Sounds around the World
2025-12-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Howard Brubeck Theatre, Howard Brubeck Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Holiday Sounds Around the World | Howard Brubeck Theatre – December 19th at 7:00pm

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HOLIDAY SOUNDS AROUND THE WORLD
Palomar Comet Concert Band – Directed by Heather Barclay
Friday, December 19 at 7:00 p.m. (HBT)
Listen to the different sounds and moods of the holidays as we continue our musical journey. The band performs traditional and new music of the season as the holiday sounds flavor the air.

Concert Hour - The Soto Six Quartet
2026-02-19 13:00 - 13:50 | Performance Lab (D10), 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
CONCERT HOUR
Make plans to attend our Free Concert Hour on Thursdays this Spring and Fall. Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a wide range of exciting artists and musicians. The program is presented at 1:00 p.m. and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. Visit www.palomarperforms.com for updated information for all dates and performance locations.
FREE CONCERT HOUR SERIES
1:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fall and Spring – Parking is Free in Lots 1 and 15
Spring 2026 Concert Hour
February 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21
TODAY’S PERFORMER: The Soto Six Quartet

Concert Hour - Henry Doktorski
2026-02-26 13:00 - 13:50 | Performance Lab (D10), 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
CONCERT HOUR
Make plans to attend our Free Concert Hour on Thursdays this Spring and Fall. Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a wide range of exciting artists and musicians. The program is presented at 1:00 p.m. and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. Visit www.palomarperforms.com for updated information for all dates and performance locations.
FREE CONCERT HOUR SERIES
1:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fall and Spring – Parking is Free in Lots 1 and 15
Spring 2026 Concert Hour
February 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21
TODAY’S PERFORMER: Henry Doktorski – Accordionist

Concert Hour - HarpWaves
2026-03-05 13:00 - 13:50 | Performance Lab (D10), 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
CONCERT HOUR
Make plans to attend our Free Concert Hour on Thursdays this Spring and Fall. Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a wide range of exciting artists and musicians. The program is presented at 1:00 p.m. and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. Visit www.palomarperforms.com for updated information for all dates and performance locations.
FREE CONCERT HOUR SERIES
1:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fall and Spring – Parking is Free in Lots 1 and 15
Spring 2026 Concert Hour
February 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21
TODAY’S PERFORMER: HarpWaves – Harp Ensemble

Into the Woods
2026-03-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-08 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Howard Brubeck Theatre, Howard Brubeck Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Into the Woods | Howard Brubeck Theatre – March 6th – 15th Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 7:00pm, Sunday at 2:00p.m.

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Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Lapine
Directed and Choregraphed by Gerilyn Brault
Music Direction by Ellen Weller

James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim explore the darker side of happily ever after in the timeless and ever-relevant Into the Woods. Beloved storybook characters collide as this timeless tale weaves together the stories of a childless Baker and his wife, Cinderella’s quest for love, and Jack’s journey to giant-slaying fame. With its rich blend of humor, heartache, and unforgettable melodies, Into the Woods reveals that even the most familiar stories hold unexpected twists and profound insights

Concert Hour - Music Theatre Program
2026-03-12 13:00 - 13:50 | Howard Brubeck Theatre, Howard Brubeck Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
CONCERT HOUR
Make plans to attend our Free Concert Hour on Thursdays this Spring and Fall. Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a wide range of exciting artists and musicians. The program is presented at 1:00 p.m. and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. Visit www.palomarperforms.com for updated information for all dates and performance locations.
FREE CONCERT HOUR SERIES
1:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fall and Spring – Parking is Free in Lots 1 and 15
Spring 2026 Concert Hour
February 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21
TODAY’S PERFORMANCE: Highlights of the Music Theatre Program (HBT)

Live in the Brubeck!
2026-03-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Howard Brubeck Theatre, Howard Brubeck Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Live in the Brubeck! | Howard Brubeck Theatre – March 18, Wednesday at 7:00pm.

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LIVE IN THE BRUBECK!
Palomar Day and Night Jazz Ensembles, with guest Brian Levy, directed by Mackenzie Leighton
Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00p.m. (HBT)
An exciting concert is planned as we welcome Guest Artist Brian Levy, Director of Jazz Studies at San Diego State University, who will perform with both our Day and Night Jazz Bands.

Concert Hour - Ondrej Lewit
2026-03-19 13:00 - 13:50 | Performance Lab (D10), 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
CONCERT HOUR
Make plans to attend our Free Concert Hour on Thursdays this Spring and Fall. Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a wide range of exciting artists and musicians. The program is presented at 1:00 p.m. and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. Visit www.palomarperforms.com for updated information for all dates and performance locations.
FREE CONCERT HOUR SERIES
1:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fall and Spring – Parking is Free in Lots 1 and 15
Spring 2026 Concert Hour
February 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21
TODAY’S PERFORMER: Ondrej Lewit – Violin and Piano

Applied Music Program - Free
2026-03-20 12:30 - 14:00 | Performance Lab (D10), 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Join us as we celebrate the performances of our Applied Music Program students!
These students have worked very hard to prepare for their performances. We know you will be thrilled to watch these future professional musicians as they grow in their craft and support them as they go forward.

Spring Choral Showcase
2026-03-20 19:00 - 21:00 | San Marcos Lutheran Church, 3419 Grand Ave, San Marcos, 92078, United States
Spring Choral Showcase | San Marcos Lutheran Church – March 20, Friday at 7:00pm.

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SPRING CHORAL SHOWCASE
Palomar Chorale and Palomar Chamber Singers – Directed by John Russell
Friday, March 20, at 7 pm (San Marcos Lutheran Church)
Join us as we celebrate with our annual choral showcase featuring the Palomar College choirs with special guests from North County. Previous participants include San Marcos High School, Mission Hills High School, Mt. Carmel High School, and Mission Vista High School.

Concert Hour - Peter Sprague and Danny Green
2026-04-02 13:00 - 13:50 | Performance Lab (D10), 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
CONCERT HOUR
Make plans to attend our Free Concert Hour on Thursdays this Spring and Fall. Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a wide range of exciting artists and musicians. The program is presented at 1:00 p.m. and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. Visit www.palomarperforms.com for updated information for all dates and performance locations.
FREE CONCERT HOUR SERIES
1:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fall and Spring – Parking is Free in Lots 1 and 15
Spring 2026 Concert Hour
February 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21
TODAY’S PERFORMERS: Peter Sprague & Danny Green – Brass, Piano, and Guitar

Exotic Sounds and Expeditions
2026-04-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Howard Brubeck Theatre, Howard Brubeck Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Exotic Sounds and Expeditions | Howard Brubeck Theatre – Friday, April 3 at 7:00pm.

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EXOTIC SOUNDS AND EXPEDITIONS
Palomar Concert Band – Directed by Heather Barclay
Friday, April 3 at 7:00 p.m. (Howard Brubeck Theatre)
What sounds will the Palomar Comet Concert Band find as we travel and explore exotic and unique lands? Will it be the land of Africa? How about Asia or the Caribbean. Come and find out as we explore the possibilities.

Joyful Discoveries
2026-04-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Howard Brubeck Theatre, Howard Brubeck Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Joyful Discoveries | Howard Brubeck Theatre – April 4 at 7:00pm

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Joyful Discoveries – Student Compositions and Performances with Fortissimo
Palomar Symphony Orchestra – Directed by Ellen Weller
Saturday, April 4 at 7:00 pm (HBT)
The Road to Joy continues as the PSO uncovers the imagination and talent of our own Palomar music students one hundred years after Beethoven’s masterpiece. We will feature student compostions and instrumental and vocal solists performing movements from instrumental concerti and opera arias. Be ready for some suprises!
Program Info – Coming Soon!

Concert Hour - Alyze Dreiling
2026-04-09 13:00 - 13:50 | Performance Lab (D10), 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
CONCERT HOUR
Make plans to attend our Free Concert Hour on Thursdays this Spring and Fall. Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a wide range of exciting artists and musicians. The program is presented at 1:00 p.m. and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. Visit www.palomarperforms.com for updated information for all dates and performance locations.
FREE CONCERT HOUR SERIES
1:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fall and Spring – Parking is Free in Lots 1 and 15
Spring 2026 Concert Hour
February 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21
TODAY’S PERFORMER: Alyze Dreiling – Violin

Concert Hour - Caroline Nelms and Ching-Ming Cheng
2026-04-16 13:00 - 13:50 | Performance Lab (D10), 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
CONCERT HOUR
Make plans to attend our Free Concert Hour on Thursdays this Spring and Fall. Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a wide range of exciting artists and musicians. The program is presented at 1:00 p.m. and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. Visit www.palomarperforms.com for updated information for all dates and performance locations.
FREE CONCERT HOUR SERIES
1:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fall and Spring – Parking is Free in Lots 1 and 15
Spring 2026 Concert Hour
February 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21
TODAY’S PERFORMERS: Caroline Nelms and Ching-Ming Cheng – Piano and Vocals

Latin Nights
2026-04-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Performing Arts Courtyard, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Latin Nights | PAC-216 – Upstairs of the Performing Arts Courtyard – Friday, April 17 at 5:00pm.

Latin Nights
Directed by Patriceann Mead
Friday, April 17 at 5:00 p.m. (PAC-216 – Upstairs of the Performing Arts Courtyard)
Doors open at 5:00 p.m.; Salsa class begins at 5:45 p.m. Salsa band and open dance floor start at 6:15 p.m. Performance/Demonstrations Featuring Agogo-Cuban/Brazilian Drum and Dance 7:00 p.m. Latin Nights is a free event.
Cuban food/appetizers will be served. Join us for an evening of Cuban Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and informal performances by Agogo, the Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Drum and Dance Ensemble, and World Drum and Dance Students. This evening also includes an open dance floor and live music by a local salsa band. Bring your salsa shoes! Founded and directed by Patriceann Mead.

Concert Hour - Peter Gach
2026-04-23 13:00 - 13:50 | Howard Brubeck Theatre, Howard Brubeck Theatre, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
CONCERT HOUR
Make plans to attend our Free Concert Hour on Thursdays this Spring and Fall. Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a wide range of exciting artists and musicians. The program is presented at 1:00 p.m. and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. Visit www.palomarperforms.com for updated information for all dates and performance locations.
FREE CONCERT HOUR SERIES
1:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fall and Spring – Parking is Free in Lots 1 and 15
Spring 2026 Concert Hour
February 19, 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21
TODAY’S PERFORMER: Peter Gach – Piano
