San Diego

Shakespeare meets “I Love Lucy” in this 50s spin on one of the Bard’s wildest and most appealing comedies. The notorious John Falstaff, larger-than-life in every way, leaves the big […]

It’s 1931 Berlin, and inside the Kit Kat Klub, a British nightclub singer keeps the party raging. But no amount of booze, music, and dancing can slow the ominous march […]

Band maestros Charles McPherson and Gilbert Castellanos revive cherished compositions from Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie at the Rady Shell. The ensemble showcases some of the premier jazz talents in […]

Band leaders Charles McPherson and Gilbert Castellanos bring some of the most beloved charts from Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie to the Rady Shell stage.

Hunter S. Thompson changed journalism. Equal parts philosopher, clown and genius, he was armed and dangerous with a typewriter as his preferred weapon.This musical is a rock ‘n’ roll portrait […]

What exactly is the American Dream? For Alaudin Bangladesh-born parents, it means opportunity. But to comedian Alaudin, America is the home of George Carlin. Through comedy and music, this play […]

Creedence Clearwater Revival was America’s greatest band…their music reached out and got an entire continent rocking. Classic Albums Live takes classic albums from the 60s and 70s and recreates those […]

Led Zeppelin were the people’s band, and Led Zeppelin II was their call to arms. Classic Albums Live takes classic albums from the 60s and 70s and recreates those albums […]

Led by Ian Anderson, the concert will feature a rich collection of the best-known Jethro Tull repertoire from 1968 to date.

Honor the traditions of Dia de los Muertos with one of the most influential artists of Mexican music. Known as much for her social justice, Lila Downs is both singer […]

David McFadzean presents this world premiere adaptation of Charlotte Bronte’s brilliant English novel, Jane Eyre. Hours vary.

"The Little Fellow" is a daring comedic drama inspired by the life of the renowned 19th-century courtesan, Harriette Wilson. From a young age, Harriet ascended the ranks of British regency's […]

Sit beneath the trees of Balboa Park and listen to new commissioned work by Andres Martin—a rhapsodic tribute to maternal love. Other highlights include Picnic Suite by Claude Bolling, Berbol […]

The San Diego Symphony Orchestra presents "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back In Concert" with John Williams' Grammy®-winning score performed live, under the baton of Norman Huynh. Experience the Oscar®-winning […]

This cherished favorite returns to the theater, mesmerizing spectators with its ageless narrative and entrancing tunes. Located in Austria as World War II looms, the tale unfolds around Maria, a […]

Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic, "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," presents a bold exploration of the human soul's duality. This intense drama entwines love, terror, and the […]

"Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" returns for its 26th year at the Old Globe Theatre, enchanting audiences with beloved tunes like "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch." This […]

"Beautiful" tells the extraordinary true story of a teenage songwriter's ascent to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, highlighting Carole King's journey from penning pop hits for top artists […]

It is the classic fairy tale brought to life by a cast of 40 professional ballet dancers accompanied by Sergei Prokofiev’s passionate score and rich details in the hand-sewn and […]

Part of the California Festival, Silkroad’s newest initiative, American Railroad, illuminates the impact of African American, Chinese, Indigenous, Irish, and other immigrant communities on the creation of the US Transcontinental […]

The San Diego Symphony presents an evening of magnificent music, starting with "Wake Up: A Concerto for Orchestra," a fresh composition by Grammy-nominated composer, curator, and activist Carlos Simon, specially […]

Experience the unforgettable Coco Live-To-Film Concert, where the beloved Disney and Pixar film "Coco" is enhanced by a live performance of composer Michael Giacchino’s score by the 20-member Orquesta Folclórica […]

Mondays don't have to be hectic—they can be harmonious instead! Cygnet invites you to a sequence of cabaret-style performances featuring beloved local musical theatre talents. Every event will showcase a […]

San Diego is set to host three grand evenings dedicated to celebrating innovation, themed 'Genius in the Spirit of Mozart'. This includes the world premieres of Mainly Mozart commissions, all […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

"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 […]

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 […]

The Tony Award, Oscar, and Pulitzer Prize winning author, John Patrick Shanley, delivers a delightful Irish story about family, love and property boundaries featuring two of the region’s leading theatre […]

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. […]

Jasmine Bracey directs the two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning dramatist Lynn Nottage’s powerful tale of humor, heartbreak and resiliency—the story about a lonely, talented Black seamstress dreaming of a more fulfilling life. […]

In this heartening true tale, a young Mexican-American, Tomás, the offspring of migrant agricultural laborers, encounters a compassionate librarian. This librarian opens the door to the enchanting universe of literature […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Brooklyn-based singer and bandleader Tatiana Eva-Marie was born into a musical family. She has been nicknamed “the Gypsy-jazz warbler” for musical influences of jazz and Klezmer and Gypsy folk music. […]

San Diego’s robot band performs live with musical acts that combine robot pantomime, dance, comedy, and music. Costumes and makeup, Welcome!

San Diego Symphony performs three Mozart symphonies under the direction of Rafael Payare. The program will cover three of the composer’s best loved symphonies written across his lifetime.

Joan Didion’s best-selling memoir about the sudden loss of her husband and daughter is brought to life by actress Sandy Campbell in this powerful one-woman show January 27 & 28, […]

This Pulitzer-Prize winning production is told with hilarious wit and genuine compassion as it follows the journey of adult students in Tehran as they prepare for an English proficiency exam […]

It’s a meet cute between two animal lovers living in Dublin: Dan and his dog Chapatti crosses paths with Betty and her nineteen cats. A spark ignites and the heartwarming […]

Broadway legend Idina Menzel stars in her first La Jolla Playhouse production, the debut of "Redwood," a unique theatrical experience that explores a woman's transformative journey amidst the ancient redwoods. […]

Renée Fleming joins SummerFest Music Director, Inon Barnatan for a recital program that is inspired by her 2022 Grammy award-winning album, Voice of Nature: the Anthropocene. It is a classical, […]

The Assad family has been making music since the 1950s with Seu Jorge, a self-taught mandolinist, and his wife Dona Ica.    The passion of music has been passed down to […]

"The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time," winner of the 2015 Tony Award for Best New Play, is celebrated as a "dazzling, pulse-pounding, and remarkable" theatrical adaptation (Time […]