Good morning, Escondido.

Anastasia the Musical draws a large crowd at Moonlight Amphitheatre with strong singing, acting, and dancing along with a bright LED wall—bringing the story of Grand Duchess Anastasia to life.

Performances run Wednesdays through Sundays until July 26 and feature lead actress Lena Ceja in her Moonlight debut.

The historic Sunshine Brooks Theater will host Spring Awakening from August 29 through September 14— a Tony Award-winning rock musical based on Frank Wedekind’s play with music by Duncan Sheik and lyrics by Steven Slater, directed by Gerilyn Brault and choreographed by E.Y.

Washington.

North Island Credit Union Foundation awarded a grant to Escondido’s Conway Academy of Expeditionary Learning through its Spring 2025 Teacher Grant Program—teacher Lana Brady will use the funds to create an interactive sensory garden for special needs preschoolers with help from 6th grade students.

7-year-old AJ Keyes hit a grand slam in the 4S Ranch Little League title game to keep his promise to honor his dad who died from cancer.

His team nearly lost the game—but his brother Grant pitched five strong innings to help them win the championship.

Conservation Conversation: Protecting the Southwestern Pond Turtle

6-7 p.m. — Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve — Free entry — Learn about efforts to protect the native Southwestern Pond Turtle and its habitat in Escondido Creek.

Marisela Concert

6-9 p.m. — Pala Casino Spa Resort — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting sounds of Marisela, a celebrated figure in pop music since the 1980s.