La Atalaya Theater (Lower Level)

Mingei’s new flexible 115-seat Theater includes a retractable 40-foot glass wall opening to an adjoining amphitheater with unobstructed views of historic Palm Canyon. Featured in the space is a newly commissioned artwork by British born Dutch designer, Petra Blaisse. Her work Sessions, is a billowing felt and organza curtain inspired by Balboa Park’s jacaranda trees which runs along the wall of the Theater or in front of the glass doors. This adaptable space is equipped with radiant flooring, movable seating and AV capabilities. It may accommodate presentations, performances, meetings, receptions and seated dinners.