The 2025/2026 Theatrical Season
Countdown on Grand: A NYE Celebration
December 28th, 2025 at the Ritz Theater on Grand Avenue
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Close out 2025 in style at Escondido’s historic Ritz Theater with Countdown on Grand! Join us on Sunday, December 28th at 5:30pm for an unforgettable evening of music on the last weekend of the year. Arrive early for a cocktail hour at 4:30pm in the 2nd floor Juniper Room with champagne and light bites, then enjoy timeless Rat Pack favorites alongside hits by Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Bublé, and more.
Featuring Mel Collins, Michael Washington, Jim Graft, Patrick Barnitt, and the electrifying D. Ben-jamin Band, this dazzling night promises music, laughter, and community as we count down together to 2026!
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Motown: The Groove that Changed America
March 14th & 15th, 2026 in the Concert Hall
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March is Motown Month! CCAE Theatricals’ Motown: The Groove that Changed America returns once more to the Center’s Concert Hall in March 2026. The D. Ben-Jamin’ Orchestra and an incredible group of vocalists will have you on your feet with the music of Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Martha and the Vandellas, The Supremes and so many more. This ultimate celebration of Motown music is unlike any other. Audiences rave year after year. Come see what everyone is talking about!