The Welk Theatre San Diego is located at 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive, Escondido, California 92026. Its stage area, comfortable seats, and spacious lobby have been used for conducting business conferences, arranging social gatherings, and putting on gala events by Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, churches and families alike. The Welk Theatre San Diego is also available for rental. Ticket prices range from $35.20 to $63.50 and can be purchased with or without an included buffet dinner. Featuring some of the biggest and best entertainment to be found anywhere, the Welk Theatre in Branson has hosted some of the most popular music artists and live shows of all time From original stars of the Lawrence Welk Show to magicians, musicians, and even live game shows like The Price is Right LIVE it has secured itself as one. Recent productions have included the comedy of Cloris Leachman, the talents of Mitzi Gaynor and Debbie Reynolds, a dramatic rendition of "It's a Wonderful Life," the musical adventure "Pirates of Penzance," and even magic and ventriloquism acts. The theater's ten-show season includes a mix of concert-style performances and stage productions.
That initial foray into real estate eventually led to the formation of Welk Resorts, which today manages this 339-seat auditorium in conjunction with its local timeshare operations. In 1964, the famed pianist purchased a motel and a nine-hole golf course in the area. Also known as the Lawrence Welk Theater, the Welk Theatre San Diego has become a fixture in the nightlife of Escondido.