With 19 albums that ranked in Billboard’s Top 100, multiple hits that made it to the top ten spots and five number one’s, The Kingston Trio is one of the most influential pop-folk groups. The Kingston Trio began as a San Francisco Bay Area nightclub act and rose to international popularity and remains on several all-time lists on many Billboard charts to to this day.

SUGAR SKULL! A Dia de Muertos Musical Adventure is a touring bilingual/bicultural musical for young audiences and families that uses traditional regional music and dance from Mexico to tell the story of twelve-year-old Vita Flores.

Made possible by the GEICO Philanthropic Foundation.

Poway OnStage celebrates it’s 35th anniversary with a glamorous black-tie gala and fundraiser, featuring a performance by one of the most famous artists to ever grace the Poway stage.

This coming fall Poway OnStage is marking its 35th year of bringing excitement and entertainment to the Poway community at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts!

Celebrating the voices of female country singers and songwriters—Wild West covers the entire spectrum of women in country music with high energy and authentic performances. Featuring songs by Shania Twain, Carrie Underwood, Martina McBride, The Chicks, Sara Evans, LeAnn Womack and many more.

“Eternamente: A Día de los Muertos Spectacular,” is a celebration of life featuring lively music, dance, beautiful costumes, and a virtual altar to the departed, blending traditional dance with vibrant storytelling that honors great Mexican singers like Vicente Fernandez, Pedro Infante, and Lucha Villa.

*GALA TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT! LIMITED CONCERT TICKETS AVAILABLE! – 35th Anniversary Gala Event Featuring show-stopping selections from Wicked; Glee; You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown; and more. The Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer dazzles audiences with her powerhouse vocals and delightful stage presence in a magical evening.

Experience the legendary Frankie Avalon live in concert, delivering his timeless hits and irresistible charm in an unforgettable night of classic rock ‘n’ roll nostalgia.

A family holiday tradition comes to life in “A Rocky Mountain Christmas” as Jim Curry performs the music from John Denver’s many Christmas Television specials and Christmas Music collections.

The Peking Acrobats perform daring maneuvers atop a precarious pagoda of chairs and showcase their technical prowess in trick-cycling, precision tumbling, juggling, somersaulting, and gymnastics, pushing the limits of human ability with gravity-defying displays of contortion, flexibility, and control.

The Blind Boys of Alabama’s roof-raising live shows, appealing to audiences of all cultures with a career spanning over 75 years, have graced nearly every continent and prestigious stage, performing alongside icons like Stevie Wonder, Prince, and Lou Reed, showcasing their enduring passion for gospel music.

Pete the Cat and young Jimmy Biddle embark on a groovy adventure of friendship and inspiration, traveling from school to Paris and back in a VW Bus, as Pete helps Jimmy conquer his second-grade art challenges and gets the whole Biddle family rocking.

Naturally 7, a multi-talented New York-founded group known for taking a cappella to new levels with their unique ‘vocal play’ style—combining church choir-like harmonizing and vocal simulations of various instruments.

Master improvisers gather made-up, hit song suggestions from the audience and create a spontaneous evening of music, comedy and a ton of laughs in this improvised and interactive phony award show.

Phat Cat Swinger specializes in high-energy music with that classic Hollywood touch. What sets them apart is the showmanship, movement, and creative takes on swing classics.

Experience the magic of a Back To The Garden Story concert, featuring timeless Beatles classics performed with captivating energy and authenticity, taking you on a nostalgic journey through the legendary band’s greatest hits.

An authentic and energetic tribute to one of the best-selling artists of all-time, Billy Joel. This show can be summed up in one word: FUN! Billy Nation captures the look and sound of Billy in his prime to create a one-of-a-kind concert experience.

The return of DRUM TAO is an artful and unforgettable fusion of ancient artistry and modern spectacle. Immerse yourself in an electrifying showcase of traditional Japanese drumming, beautiful melodies of Japanese flutes and harps along with martial arts, and stunning visuals.

Prepare for an unforgettable evening of blues-infused rock ‘n’ roll with the legendary Kim Wilson and the Fabulous Thunderbirds! Experience Grammy-nominated musical brilliance, mesmerizing vocals and signature soulful sound with hits like “Tuff Enuff” and “Wrap It Up.”

Join us for one of our favorite shows of the year – California Dreaming: Back To The Garden Story Concert. Enjoy epic songs from the Golden State including selections from the Beach Boys, Jefferson Airplane, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Tom Petty and more in the signature “story concert” format.

A creative spin on a classic tale! This reimagined production features bluegrass music and a clever set design, telling the treasured story of selfless love and the true meaning of friendship. Join Charlotte, Wilbur, and their farm animal friends in this terrific tale of bravery and hopefulness.

A new production by one of the founding members of Celtic Woman, Mairead Nesbitt returns to the stage of storytelling and spellbinding traditions with CELTIC SPELLS. Love and loss. Passion and struggle. As old a story as any could be, as real and relevant as today.

One week from audition to curtain! Local students will work with professional MCT Actor/Directors in a clever staging of “Robin Hood” that includes roles such as the Duke of Sandwich, Baroness of Beef, Sir the Other Guy, and of course, Robin Hood with foresters and horsemen.

Experience the vibrant sounds of Dia de Los Muertos with Jarabe Mexicano in concert! Capturing the nostalgic spirit of their border roots, this lively and unforgettable performance highlights the eclectic mix of genres they embrace while honoring the past.

Australia’s own The TEN Tenors celebrate their greatest hits in this show featuring the most loved and requested songs the Tenors have performed across their 28 year history – the best from the world of opera, pop and rock music and so much more!

NORTH: The Musical is a masterful new production that reflects the optimism, bravery, wonder and suspense of freedom seekers. Follow Lawrence and his mother, Minnie, as they escape the Deep South and travel North through the Underground Railroad.

With only four strings, JAKE SHIMABUKURO is a humble master. His genuine love for people, the spirit of Holidays, and his beloved home of Hawaii are at the forefront of his CHRISTMAS IN HAWAI’I show. It will be a warm welcome of merriment and wonder for the season.

Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis, Jr. return to the stage as the Rat Pack is resurrected by our three critically acclaimed entertainers. Featuring a live orchestra, take an uncanny trip back in time when Vegas was at its hottest.

Zephyr by Cirque Mechanics is inspired by the power of the wind – and the human ingenuity that goes into harnessing it. A rotating full-size windmill is the mechanical centerpiece of the visually stunning performance that includes aerial acts, juggling, acrobatics and original music.

Get ready to rock with British singer, songwriter, and guitarist Dave Mason. Known for his work with rock band Traffic and solo hits, such as “Feelin’ Alright” and “We Just Disagree,” this concert will showcase his unique blend of rock, folk, blues, and jazz.

This Country Music fan-favorite features five of the finest musicians who have performed, toured or recorded with Country’s greatest artists—hitmakers like Garth Brooks, Wynonna Judd, Keith Urban, Trace Adkins, Lee Greenwood, Travis Tritt, Jason Aldean and more.

Fans of Queen will delight in this note-for-note recreation of mega-hits such as “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We are the Champions,” “Killer Queen,” “You’re My Best Friend,” “Crazy Little Thing Called Love,” “Radio GaGa,” “Under Pressure,” “Another One Bites the Dust” and many others.

Celebrated for pioneering the Country-Rock sound as founding member of the genre defining groups Buffalo Springfield, Poco and the Souther-Hillman-Furay band, his hits include “For What It’s Worth,” “Heart of the Night,” “Pickin’ Up the Pieces.”

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s rollicking mix of swing, jazz, ‘50s rock and roll made them an audience favorite in Poway and across the nation. The band were vanguards of the ‘90s swing music revival and have sold out concert halls from the Hollywood Bowl to the Lincoln Center. Now they return with a rich catalogue of holiday classics and Christmas originals from the band’s two full-length holiday albums.

ABBAMania features authentic stage costumes, spot-on vocals and a stage show that will transport you to the golden age of AM radio hits with “Dancing Queen,” “Mama Mia,” “Fernando” and more.

Made possible by GVCA

Three-time GRAMMY® Award-Winner, 14x-GRAMMY® Award Nominee & Blues Hall of Famer TAJ MAHAL is a towering musical figure — a legend who transcended the blues not by leaving them behind, but by revealing their magnificent scope to the world. No one is as simultaneously traditional and avant-garde as the legend Taj Mahal.

This captivating bilingual one-woman performance is a modern spin on the beloved fairy tale and tackles cultural heritage, family, and the power of language.

Made possible by US Bank.

THE DRIFTERS – the trademarked Rock & Roll Hall of Fame group is once again touring the U.S. under the auspices of their original management team.

THE CELESTIAL SIRENS – This eclectic show, set in a “Living Room”, mixes some playful theater along with music ranging from soul, blues, folk and country.

World renowned musician Don Felder was one of the five members and a former lead guitarist of the rock group the Eagles for 27 years.

Made possible by Leah McBride of Finance of America Mortgage. 

Dance to the Holidays! is a holiday spectacular for the whole family! Now in its third year of touring, Dance to the Holidays! features Celebrity Pros from Dancing with the Stars performing with finalists from So You Think You Can Dance, American Idol, The Voice, and America’s Got Talent.  Enjoy all your favorite live talent-based reality TV shows up close and personal in an unforgettable show for Season!

Melanie DeMore: African American Spirituals and Civil Rights Songs In this 30-minute video, Melanie DeMore shares African American Spirituals and Civil Rights songs and examines the power of this music. . .

Award-winning composer and musician Vân-Ánh Võ who creates stunning, complex works by melding Vietnamese musical traditions with a variety of genres. Vân-Ánh Võ leads an immersive “show and tell,” of. . .

Poway OnStage and Bertrand’s Music present INTRODUCTION to INSTRUMENTS: A Virtual Field Trip In INTRODUCTION to INSTRUMENTS: A Virtual Field Trip students will enjoy lively and engaging activities and performances. . .

From the cover of the Rolling Stone magazine, to appearing on Saturday Night Live, to headlining the 1983 US Festival and touring with the Rolling Stones, Lee Rocker has seen and done it all.

As the leader of the influential ‘60s group, The Byrds, Roger McGuinn was on the leading edge of that era, combining the rock beat of the Beatles with the folk sensibilities of Bob Dylan.

Velocity Irish Dance Velocity Irish Dance is the next generation in Irish tap. Honoring past traditions yet transporting them feet-first into the 21st century, Velocity Irish Dance redefines the idea. . .

Aretha Franklin is recognized as the most successful female recording artist in history, with 112 charted singles on Billboard, 18 Grammy Awards, and over 75 million records sold. Her legendary career rightfully earned her the title, “The Queen of Soul.”

Back to the Garden in “HELLO GOODBYE: 1969 from Abbey Road to Led Zeppelin” Poway OnStage favorites, Back to the Garden (Beatles: Alone/Together, Sounds of the Laurel Canyon, Monterey ’67. . .

Often referred to as “The Godfather of British Blues,” John Mayall has an impressive musical career that spans more than 50 years.

Known for their amazing harmony and versatility The Manhattan Transfer incorporate pop, jazz, R&B, rock and roll, swing, symphonic and a cappella music into a mix that is all their own. Now the Grammy award-winning group return to Poway with hits like “Boy from New York City” and “Until I Met You (Corner Pocket).” They continue to delight fans young and old to this day with incredible musicianship and a heart-warming stage show.

This show made possible by Triune Nature, Inc.