'The Screwtape Letters'
January 18, 2026: 7 PM
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A battle is being waged for your soul from an office in hell! Witness a fast-paced, tour-de-force performance in this acclaimed adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ satiric masterpiece. This international hit offers a faithful stage adaptation of Lewis’ "The Screwtape Letters".
Following Screwtape, a senior tempter in Hell, as he schemes to capture the soul of an unsuspecting human on earth and reveals spiritual warfare in vivid, humorous and powerful ways.
The performance begins promptly at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.. Late seating is at management’s discretion. We recommend arriving at least 45 minutes early to allow time for parking, security screening, and finding your seat. Lines may be long, so plan accordingly. Latecomers will be held in the lobby and may not be seated until an appropriate break in the performance. Arrive early so you don’t miss a moment of the show!
The performance is approximately 90 minutes with no intermission.
"The Screwtape Letters" is recommended for ages 13 and older, and children under age 4 are not admitted.
A short post-show discussion follows the performance.
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California Center for the Arts: Escondido
The California Center for the Arts, Escondido is situated on a 12-acre campus in downtown Escondido adjacent to Escondido City Hall and Grape Day Park. The campus is comprised of a 1,523-seat Concert Hall, a 406-seat Center Theater, a visual arts Museum, art and dance studios, and a Conference Center containing meeting and banquet facilities. Groundbreaking occurred on June 22, 1991. Since its opening on October 1, 1994, The Center has attracted more than one-million visitors through its performing and visual arts presentations, events in the Conference Center and education programs. Mission Statement: The mission of the California Center for the Arts, Escondido is to enrich the lives of all within its reach through the Arts and their power for community building and enhancement by providing diverse artistic, cultural, educational, social and entertainment experiences of the highest quality. Ticket Office Windows: - Tuesday - Saturday: Noon - 6 p.m. - Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m. Ticket Office Phones: - (800) 988-4253 - Tuesday - Saturday: Noon - 6 p.m. - Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m. Online Ticket Purchases: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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