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Truth and Illusion

  • Monday, September 15, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 3:30 PM 13:00 15:30
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Monday: September 15, 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Bethany Congregational Church
556 N. Hope Avenue, Santa Barbara
VISTAS member price: $20; non-member price $30

Presented by: Scott DeVine
Scott DeVine, Ensemble Theatre Company’s Executive Artistic Director, will unveil the upcoming ETC season, whose theme is “Truth and Illusion,” exploring how theatre serves as both mirror and mask for society. He’ll discuss the carefully curated productions, which examine authenticity versus artifice, reality versus perception, and the powerful role of storytelling in revealing deeper truths about the human experience while celebrating theatre's transformative magic. Scott will also reflect on his journey to leading the company, sharing pivotal moments that shaped his artistic vision and leadership philosophy.

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Truth and Illusion
Earlier Event: September 12
Mystery and Espionage Book Club
Later Event: September 16
Trees of Santa Barbara 2/4