Common Ground Theatre

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Map It 5106 Federal Blvd. Suite 207
Lemon Grove, CA 92105
(619) 263-7911
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Nearby Neighborhoods: Encanto

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Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Listing Details: The Common Ground Theatre was originally known as the Southeast Community Theatre. This theatre was founded in 1962 by Rufus DeWitt and Dr. Robert Mathews in order to develop artistic exposure and talents for young African Americans. It soon became well known and informally named San Diego’s premier African American theatre. The theatre was renamed Common Ground Theatre in 2003 and Hassan El-Amin become the new Artistic Director in 2009 to advance the futuristic prospects for the theatre. The theatres main purpose is “to produce classics and new works by or about people of African descent that entertain, educate and connect with audiences of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds.” The theatre is in existence to create a safe space for people of all ages and backgrounds to participate with their interest in the performing arts. Common Ground Theatre was named after the mission to create “common ground” for a culturally diverse community in hopes of enhancing the relations among different and underrepresented cultures. The theatre provides entertaining performances as well as youth training and educational activities. Common Ground Theatre wants to improve the participation in positive cultural activities in order to counterbalance the negative activities that are readily available for youth.