{"id":107619,"date":"2026-02-20T11:33:17","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T19:33:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/palomarperforms\/?page_id=107619"},"modified":"2026-02-24T11:27:04","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T19:27:04","slug":"spring-2026-season","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/palomarperforms\/spring-2026-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring 2026 Main Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Please check out our Spring 2026 Main Season Performances here! For other events, please check out our calendars.<\/h4>\n
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INTO THE WOODS<\/em><\/h3>\n
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
\nBook by James Lapine
\nDirected and Choreographed by Gerilyn Brault, Music Direction by Ellen Weller
\nMarch 6 \u2013 15, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:00 p.m.; Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Howard Brubeck Theatre<\/p>\n
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\u2019s quest for love, and Jack\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
Show details here!<\/a><\/p>\n
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LIVE IN THE BRUBECK!<\/em><\/h3>\n
Palomar Day and Night Jazz Ensembles, with guest Brian Levy
\nDirected by Mackenzie Leighton<\/p>\n
Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00 p.m.
\nHoward Brubeck Theatre<\/p>\n
An exciting concert is planned as we welcome Guest Artist Brian Levy,
\nDirector of Jazz Studies at San Diego State University, who will perform
\nwith both our Day and Night Jazz Bands.<\/p>\n
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\"\"SPRING CHORAL SHOWCASE<\/em><\/h3>\n
Palomar Chorale and Palomar Chamber Singers \u2013 Directed by John Russell<\/p>\n
Friday, March 20, at 7 pm
\nSan Marcos Lutheran Church<\/p>\n
Join us as we celebrate with our annual choral showcase featuring the Palomar College
\nchoirs with special guests from North County. Previous participants include San Marcos High School,
\nMission Hills High School, Mt. Carmel High School, and Mission Vista High School.<\/p>\n
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EXOTIC SOUNDS AND EXPEDITIONS<\/em><\/h3>\n
Palomar Comet Concert Band \u2013 Directed by Heather Barclay<\/p>\n
Friday, April 3 at 7:00 p.m.
\nHoward Brubeck Theatre<\/p>\n
What sounds will you hear as we travel and explore exotic and unique lands?
\nWill it be the land of Africa?
\nHow about Asia or the Caribbean?
\nCome and find out as we explore the possibilities.<\/p>\n
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JOYFUL DISCOVERIES \u2013 Student Compositions<\/em><\/h3>\n
and Performances with Fortissimo
\nPalomar Symphony Orchestra \u2013 Directed by Ellen Weller<\/p>\n
Saturday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m.
\nHoward Brubeck Theatre<\/p>\n
The Road to Joy continues as the PSO uncovers the imagination and talent of our
\nown Palomar music students one hundred years after Beethoven\u2019s masterpiece.
\nWe will feature student compositions and instrumental and vocal soloists performing
\nmovements from instrumental concerti and opera arias. Be ready for some surprises!<\/p>\n
Show details here!<\/a><\/p>\n
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LATIN NIGHTS<\/em><\/h3>\n
Directed by Patriceann Mead
\nFriday, April 17 at 5:00 p.m. (Performing Arts Department)
\nDoors open at 5:00 p.m.; Salsa class begins at 5:45 p.m. Salsa band and open dance
\nfloor start at 6:15 p.m. Performance\/demonstrations featuring Agogo-Cuban\/Brazilian
\nDrum and Dance 7:00 p.m. Latin Nights is a free event.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n
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VIBES \u2013 A Student Composers\u2019 Recital<\/em><\/h3>\n
Directed by Madelyn Byrne<\/p>\n
Thursday, April 30 at 7:00 p.m.
\nPerformance Lab (D10)<\/p>\n
It is that time again. Listen to our dedicated student composers as they
\nprovide you with an evening filled with excitement, mystery, and art.
\nWith compositions ranging from classical to modern, this talented group is sure to please.<\/p>\n
Show details here!<\/a><\/p>\n
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DRACULA, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really.<\/em><\/h3>\n
by Kate Hamill
\nDirected by Michael Mufson<\/p>\n
May 1 \u2013 10, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 2:30 p.m.
\nStudio Theatre<\/p>\n
When your survival is at stake\u2026will you be able to distinguish the monster from the man? Kate Hamill\u2019s imaginative, gender-defying \u201cfeminist revenge fantasy\u201d is like no Dracula you\u2019ve ever seen. Bouncing between horror and humor, Kate Hamill\u2019s adaptation of Bram Stoker\u2019s seminal novel is a darkly comic thriller that questions who the true monsters are. Fierce, feminist, and frightening, Dracula is a revenge fantasy worth sinking your teeth into!<\/p>\n
Show details here!<\/a><\/p>\n
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NEW AND OLD \u2013 A Jazz Celebration<\/em><\/h3>\n
Palomar Day and Night Jazz Ensemble
\nDirected by Mackenzie Leighton and Geoff Radant<\/p>\n
Wednesday, May 6 at 7:00 p.m.
\nHoward Brubeck Theatre<\/p>\n
Experience Palomar Performing Arts Day and Night Jazz Bands as they bring to the Howard Brubeck
\nStage guests from San Marcos High School Studio Jazz ensemble.<\/p>\n
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ROAD TRIP<\/em><\/h3>\n
Palomar Comet Concert Band \u2013 Directed by Heather Barclay<\/p>\n
Friday, May 8 at 7:00 p.m.
\nHoward Brubeck Theatre<\/p>\n
Join the Palomar Comet Concert Band as we finish our season of musical
\njourneys. We conclude the season with the continents of North and South America.
\nEnjoy the sounds of the different cultures from the numerous countries that are a part of this section of the world.<\/p>\n
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FACULTY DANCE 2026<\/em><\/h3>\n
Directed by Patriceann Mead<\/p>\n
Friday, May 15 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 16 at 2:00 p.m.
\nHoward Brubeck Theatre<\/p>\n
Palomar Dance faculty members share their creativity with the Howard
\nBrubeck Theatre audience by taking us on a journey of the imagination with
\nthis lively dance extravaganza, which will celebrate a variety of dance and music styles.<\/p>\n
Show details here!<\/a><\/p>\n
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OD<\/em>E TO JOY: Beethoven Symphony No. 9<\/em><\/h3>\n
Palomar Symphony Orchestra, Palomar Chorale, and Palomar Chamber Singers
\nDirected by Ellen Weller
\nThursday and Saturday, May 21 and 23 at 7 pm and Sunday, May 24, at 2 p.m. Howard Brubeck Theatre<\/p>\n
Experience the monumental power of Beethoven\u2019s Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125, performed alongside guest choruses and distinguished soloists. This epic choral symphony, celebrated as one of the greatest masterpieces in Western classical music, culminates in the iconic \u201cOde to Joy,\u201d a jubilant celebration of humanity and brotherhood set to Friedrich Schiller\u2019s timeless text. This performance promises a stirring fusion of rich orchestral textures and soaring vocal harmonies, delivering an unforgettable evening of musical grandeur and emotional depth. Join us for a transcendent journey through Beethoven\u2019s visionary final symphony, a true testament to the enduring spirit of joy and unity.<\/p>\n
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