Acclaimed cellist Alisa Weilerstein continues her groundbreaking multi-year project, FRAGMENTS, in its second installment. This inventive series merges the 36 movements of Bach's solo cello suites with 27 new commissions. These are organized into six one-hour Fragments, each combining works from five to six composers, and released over multiple seasons. The first Fragment debuted on […]
Join an evening highlighted by Stravinsky's exhilarating 'The Rite of Spring'. Over a century since its tumultuous 1913 debut in Paris, this masterpiece continues to captivate with its portrayal of pagan Russian rituals. Complementing this is the world premiere of Vladimir Tarnopolski’s 'Danse Macabre'. Music Director Rafael Payare sets the stage with Béla Bartók’s mysterious […]
San Diego welcomes the return of a holiday favorite with a unique, lively adaptation of Dickens’s 'A Christmas Carol'. While maintaining the classic story, complete with the famed ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future, this version adds a humorous local flair. Suitable for all ages, it promises to entertain as Ebenezer Scrooge rediscovers the […]
At just 24 years old, pianist Mao Fujita has distinguished himself with a natural musical sensitivity and artistry, earning acclaim from leading musicians. Recognized as a rare talent, he excels in both Mozart and major romantic repertoire.
Cast members from Lamb’s musical hits R-E-S-P-E-C-T and Million Dollar Quartet come together for a holiday celebration of song and carols.
The Latin GRAMMY Award–winning, all-female Flor de Toloache mixes tradition and innovation, breaking boundaries with its edgy, versatile, and fresh take on traditional Latin American music. The members’ diverse ethnicities and musical backgrounds transcend culture and gender by forging new paths. Thursday • 6 PM & 8:30 PM
"I’M NOT A COMEDIAN.. I’M LENNY BRUCE" is a portrayal of the life and legacy of the groundbreaking comedian Lenny Bruce, known for his bold, freestyle comedy and profound influence on modern culture, from poetry to politics and film. His commitment to free speech led to legal battles, culminating in a Supreme Court case. Bruce's […]
This production brings Tennessee Williams' seminal work, a poignant exploration of love, regret, and release, to Diversionary Theatre. It delves into the story of Tom, haunted by guilt over leaving his mother Amanda and sister Laura, as he revisits past events that fractured his family and possibly his own essence. This evocative memory play raises […]
The Tony Award-winning musical makes its San Diego debut with its groundbreaking twist on the Wizard of Oz. The iconic score is packed with soul, gospel, rock and 70’s funk. San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., San Diego. Tue, Jan 9 7:00 pm Wed, Jan 10 7:00 pm Thu, Jan 11 7:30 pm Fri, […]
New York-based jazz pianist and composer, Sean Mason, has performed and toured with jazz legends including Branford Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis and Herlin Riley. Hear him and the members of his quartet for the first time in San Diego. Sunday, 5 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Shen Yun Performing Arts, a non-profit group from New York, brings ancient Chinese culture and traditions to life on stage, showcasing China's history from before communism. Currently, Shen Yun cannot be performed in China. The name 'Shen Yun' translates to 'the beauty of divine beings dancing.' The performance features classical Chinese dance, one of the […]
Art of Elan returns to The Conrad with a performance that features the epic “Death and the Maiden” string quartet by Franz Schubert. A complimentary pre-concert talk with Alex Greenbaum will take place at 6 p.m. in the Wu Tsai Courtyard.
