Steam Powered Giraffe To Celebrate 18th Anniversary With Escondido Concert

ESCONDIDO, CA — San Diego-based musical group Steam Powered Giraffe will celebrate its 18th anniversary with a live performance Saturday, Nov. 21, at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido.

The all-ages concert is scheduled from 6 to 8:45 p.m. in the center's Center Theater, 340 N. Escondido Blvd.

Known for its elaborate robot costumes, theatrical performances and blend of musical genres, Steam Powered Giraffe combines original songs with comedy, storytelling and synchronized robotic movements.

Founded in San Diego in 2008, the group portrays a cast of singing antique automatons, bringing fictional mechanical characters to life through music, pantomime and audience interaction.

The anniversary concert will feature a mix of fan favorites and newer songs, celebrating nearly two decades of the band's performances.

The group's musical style draws from rock, folk, pop, cabaret and other genres, accompanied by theatrical choreography and comedic exchanges between its robot characters.

Tickets are advertised at $35 to $45 for standard seating, while VIP tickets cost $110 through the venue's event listing.

VIP tickets include access to a post-show meet-and-greet and autograph line with Steam Powered Giraffe's band members.

VIP seating is available in orchestra rows A through C and mezzanine boxes, according to the venue.

The show is expected to run approximately two hours, with a 20-minute intermission. The overall event window extends to 8:45 p.m.

Concertgoers can purchase band merchandise in the theater lobby before and after the performance.

Fans are encouraged to attend in costumes or makeup inspired by the band's theatrical style. However, full-face masks, hoods or other costume elements that conceal a person's identity are prohibited.

The performance is open to all ages.

The post-show autograph line is reserved for VIP ticket holders, but guests with standard tickets may still purchase merchandise after the concert.

Tickets and additional information are available through the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, event page.