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Jethro Tull: The Seven Decades
2023-09-26 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Led by Ian Anderson, the concert will feature a rich collection of the best-known Jethro Tull repertoire from 1968 to date.

Lila Downs - Día De Los Muertos
2023-10-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave, San Diego, 92101, United States
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 and activist, bridging traditions from across the Americas through her music.

Jane A Ghost Story
2023-10-25 - 2023-11-12 | Lamb’s Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Avenue, Coronado, 92118, United States
David McFadzean presents this world premiere adaptation of Charlotte Bronte’s brilliant English novel, Jane Eyre.
Hours vary.

The Little Fellow (or the Queen of Tarts Tells All)
2023-10-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Cygnet Theatre, 4040 Twiggs St., San Diego, 92110, United States
“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 elite underworld, becoming the eminent “Queen of Tarts.” Her unconventional choices drew the attention of high-society men. Now, seeking an escape from her life, Harriet devises a plan that could jeopardize her reputation and very existence.

Music Beneath the Trees
2023-10-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Mingei International Museum, 1439 El Prado, San Diego, 92101, United States
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 Suite by Claire Vazart and John Clayton’s Bach to Blues.
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Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert
2023-10-28 - 2023-10-29 | The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
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 film with its iconic soundtrack. After an Empire attack, the rebels scatter from Hoth. Han Solo and Princess Leia evade Imperials, Luke Skywalker learns from Yoda, and later faces Darth Vader, unveiling a startling revelation.
Saturday and Sunday, at 7 p.m.

The Sound of Music at San Diego Junior Theatre
2023-11-06 - 2023-11-12 | Casa del Prado Theatre, 1600 Village Place, San Diego, 92101, United States
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 lively governess with an ardor for song, assigned to care for the seven von Trapp children. In navigating her trials with this fractured household, Maria experiences the healing strength of affection and song amidst challenges. As one of the most adored musicals ever, this magnificent saga promises a captivating experience for all, celebrating an eternal tale of love, bravery, and the enduring impact of music.
The Sound of Music runs approximately 2 hours, 20 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission.

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
2023-11-08 - 2023-11-19 | North Coast Rep, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr Suite D, Solana Beach, CA, 92075, United States
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 perennial struggle between good and evil. The narrative seduces the audience into a moral quandary, challenging perceptions of right and wrong amid a thrilling power struggle. Sharp wit and passionate suspense make this a must-see for those who relish a psychological thrill that embodies the spirit of the season.
Extended Through November 19

Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
2023-11-08 - 2023-12-31 | The Old Globe, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, 92101, United States
“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 one-hour and 25-minute musical adaptation of the Seuss classic transforms the venue into a festive Who-ville, complete with snow and Who-hash. Note: The show is suitable for ages three and up, and all attendees must have a ticket. There is no intermission.

BEAUTIFUL The Carole King Musical
2023-11-10 - 2023-12-03 | La Mirada Theatre, 14900 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, 90638, United States
“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 to her own groundbreaking triumph with “Tapestry.” This captivating show, featuring more than two dozen iconic songs like “You’ve Got a Friend” and “Natural Woman,” offers both a nostalgic musical experience and a memorable story that resonates with audiences worldwide.

World Ballet Series: Cinderella
2023-11-10 19:00 - 21:00 | California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA, 92025, United States
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 hand-crafted sets.

Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens
2023-11-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave, San Diego, 92101, United States
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 Railroad and connecting railways in North America.

The Ring Without Words
2023-11-10 19:30 - 2023-11-11 21:30 | The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
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 commissioned for the event. Music Director Rafael Payare also guides an auditory and visual odyssey with Richard Wagner’s “Ring Without Words,” a masterful condensation of Wagner’s Ring cycle operas, arranged by conductor Lorin Maazel. This piece takes listeners on a captivating voyage from the Rhine to Valhalla, traversing hills, valleys, and caves, mimicking a Valkyrie’s flight.

Disney and Pixar’s COCO Live-to-Film Concert (English)
2023-11-11 19:30 - 21:30 | The Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
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 Nacional de México. This heartwarming tale of a boy uncovering his family’s past and the magic of music features the Academy Award-winning song “Remember Me” by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, with additional contributions from Germaine Franco and co-director/screenwriter Adrian Molina.

Funny Business
2023-11-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Cygnet Theatre, 4040 Twiggs St., San Diego, 92110, United States
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 unique and enjoyable theme.

Genius Week: Celebrating Genius in the Spirit of Mozart
2023-11-14 - 2023-11-18 | The Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
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 as a part of the California Festival.
Hours vary, check website for more details.

Alisa Weilerstein: Fragments 2
2023-11-16 19:30 - 21:30 | The Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
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 our stage in the 2022–23 season. In each Fragment, movements from a Bach suite are seamlessly interwoven with new compositions, crafting a novel emotional journey. The performance, enhanced by dynamic lighting and scenic design, unfolds continuously without breaks or a program, offering a unique and immersive experience for the audience

Stravinsky's Rite of Spring
2023-11-17 - 2023-11-18 | The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
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 ‘Miraculous Mandarin Suite’, and the program also includes a piece from Villa-Lobos’ ‘Bachianas brasileiras’, blending Bach’s influence with Brazilian folk traditions.
Gates open at 6p.m.

Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show
2023-11-17 - 2023-12-24 | The Old Globe, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, 92101, United States
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 Christmas spirit in this joyous blend of Dickens, music, and laughter, all set against a ‘wintery’ San Diego backdrop.
Running time: One hour and 15 minutes. There is no intermission.
For Ages 5+: For Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show, children under the age of five are not permitted. Each individual attending the show must have a ticket for admission.

Mao Fujita, Piano
2023-11-19 15:00 - 17:00 | The Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
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.

R-E-S-P-E-C-T-F-U-L-L-Y Christmas
2023-11-24 - 2023-12-24 | Lamb’s Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Avenue, Coronado, 92118, United States
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.

Flor de Toloache
2023-11-30 | The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
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
2023-11-30 - 2023-12-03 | North Coast Rep, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr Suite D, Solana Beach, CA, 92075, United States
“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 life, marked by controversy and a tragic end in 1966, is vividly brought to life by Ronnie Marmo under Joe Mantegna’s direction, with endorsements from Bruce’s daughter, Kitty, and the Lenny Bruce Foundation. The show, rated R, contains explicit language, mature content, and brief nudity.

The Glass Menagerie
2023-11-30 - 2023-12-23 | Divisionary Theatre, 4545 Park Blvd., San Diego, 92116, United States
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 a critical question: What is the price of personal freedom?

Outside Mullingar
2024-01-06 - 2024-02-18 | Lamb’s Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Avenue, Coronado, 92118, United States
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 couples Robert and Deborah Gilmour Smyth and Brian Mackey and Rachael Van Wormer. 1142 Orange Ave., Coronado

The Wiz
2024-01-09 - 2024-01-14 | San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
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, Jan 12
8:00 pm

Sat, Jan 13
2:00 pm

Sat, Jan 13
8:00 pm

Sun, Jan 14
1:00 pm

Sun, Jan 14
6:30 pm

Intimate Apparel
2024-01-10 - 2024-02-04 | North Coast Rep, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr Suite D, Solana Beach, CA, 92075, United States
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.
Hour vary, check website.
987 Lomas Santa Fe, Solana Beach.

TOMÁS AND THE LIBRARY LADY
2024-01-12 - 2024-01-21 | Casa del Prado Theatre, 1600 Village Place, San Diego, 92101, United States
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 for him. With her mentorship and the allure of narratives, Tomás uncovers a realm of wisdom, triggering his innate abilities and setting off on a path of self-realization. These stories not only enrich Tomás and his family’s lives but also cultivate a deep-seated passion for reading in them. This adaptation from a beloved book joyously celebrates the significance of literary access and the ability of the imagination to transcend limits.

Hours vary, check website for more details.

Sean Mason Quartet
2024-01-14 | The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
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 2024
2024-01-16 - 2024-01-18 | California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA, 92025, United States
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 oldest art forms, combined with modern multimedia and original music. Shen Yun offers a captivating journey through 5,000 years of history, filled with action, humor, and stunning visuals. It’s an inspiring and heartwarming show that leaves a memorable impression.
