Fat Ham at The Old Globe
A fresh and funny take on Shakespeare’s Hamlet. During a family cookout, Juicy is confronted by the ghost of his father, who demands revenge for his murder. But Juicy, a young, queer, Black man, has enough on his plate
A fresh and funny take on Shakespeare’s Hamlet. During a family cookout, Juicy is confronted by the ghost of his father, who demands revenge for his murder. But Juicy, a young, queer, Black man, has enough on his plate
Soloist Jeremy Denk joins Music Director Rafael Payare and the Symphony for this brilliant program to close the season. The San Diego Symphony will perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4 and Stravinsky’s complete ballet score to The Firebird.
The love story between country music royalty Johnny Cash and June Carter is iconic. This world-premiere musical covers their love story from their childhoods to their on-stage proposal and through the ups and downs of their marriage. It is the soundtrack of their life.
Written by Lerner and Loewe, this Tony Award-winning fairy-tale musical resounds with such memorable songs as, “I Loved You Once in Silence,” “If Ever I Would Leave You,” and the title song, “Camelot.” Based on the King Arthur legend, it features the iconic characters King Arthur, Guenevere, Sir Lancelot, and the Knights of the Round […]
Catch the funniest musical comedy of the past 20 years—a hilarious unforgettable middle school spelling competition performed by multitalented adults.
Composer and San Diego native Dr. Cory Hibbs’ world premiere of “Queer Spaces”, a season-long collaborative project. This multi-movement choral work draws from personal narratives of the composer, choir members and members of the queer community.
Bruce Liu took the classical music world by storm in 2021, winning first price at the 18th Chopin International Piano Competition in Warsaw. His first album received international acclaim including both the Critics’ choice and Editor’s choice in Gramophone Magazine. His La Jolla Music Society debut brings an exciting program that will showcase his awe-inspiring […]
Venezuelan joropo maestro Larry Bellorín and Grammy nominated bluegrass star Joe Troop come together to put on a bilingual program in English and Spanish fusing together their Venezuelan and Appalachian folk traditions. Saturday, June 1, 2024 • 6 PM & 8:30 PM
AEG Goldenvoice presents Cody Jinks, a trailblazing independent musician who has sold over 2.5 million units and garnered more than 3.5 billion streams across platforms which garnered him the title of Music Row’s 2023 Independent Artist of the Year.
. Three decades after the release of Fumbling Towards Ecstasy, Live Nation presents Sarah McLachlan in an unforgettable commemorative performance.
Penned by Jeffrey Hatcher based on a Swedish masterpiece, this psychological thriller slowly unravels a life-and-death moral dilemma of passion and all-consuming desire.
Award-winning jazz guitarist and composer Peter Sprague teams up with pianist Danny Green and bassist Mack Leighton to play music that jumps around jazz, samba.
Jazz guest curator Charles McPherson’s New York band performs in their San Diego debut with the best jazz musicians on the scene for two intimate shows at the JAI.
A special one-night-only passionate opera concert with tenor Joshua Guerrero and soprano Andrea Carroll. Expect a sneak peek of La hija de...
Experience the beauty and power of Final Fantasy music by the incredible New World Players chamber ensemble, led by acclaimed conductor Eric Roth. Specially featuring the music of composer Nobuo Uematsu, Masayoshi Soken and more, A New World delivers an amazing communal music event. Saturday, June 15, 2024 • 6 PM & 9 PM
Five ChoreograpHERs, five voices for a captivating world premiere by Reka Gyulai. This female-led program celebrates innovative women across creative fields including choreography, music, design and visual art.
Grammy award winning R&B group, Kool & the Gang returns to The Rady Shell with their fan favorite hits. There are joined with special guests Sister Sledge and DJ Prince Hakim.
Conductor Gemma New and pianist Olga Kern lead the San Diego Symphony Orchestra for opening night at the Conrad Prebys for the 2024 Summer Season.
Sabrosas Latin Orchestra is San Diego’s first and only all-female salsa band and a 501(c)(3) organization. They are celebrating five years of community and music.
Internationally acclaimed artists recreate the dynamic performances of: The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Martha and The Vandellas, The Four Tops, The Jackson Five, Smokey Robinson and more MOTOWN legends.
The plays chronicle two ruling families of medieval England, the Yorks and the Lancasters, as they fight each other in a civil war known as the Wars of the Roses. A two-part event.
Fans of Rent will love this production about Jonathan Larson before his score redefined a genre. It follows his struggle as he seeks his big break and all the pressures mounting on his life as he approaches his 30th birthday. Will he lose the love of his life? Will he write a song that will […]
Award-winning composer Marc Shaiman is joined on stage by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra in a world premiere evening that celebrates his beloved music from TV, film, and theater (Mary Poppins Returns, Sleepless in Seattle, Patch Adams and more).
Celebrate the 4th of July at the Rady Shell with Grammy award-winning legends of Motown, the Commodores and stay to watch the Big Bay Boom fireworks display.
Eight-time Grammy and Emmy winner, musician, producer, activist and humanitarian Ziggy Marley joins the San Diego Symphony Orchestra for an evening of music.
Love, honor, and betrayal come to life through a blend of acrobatics, theatre, and music by the 7 Fingers, in this one-act romp perfect for all ages. The exhilaration and danger of competition provide the thrilling backdrop to The 7 Fingers’s one-of-a-kind daredevil theatrical extravaganza.
Grammy and Emmy award winning talent, Harry Connick, Jr. continues to establish himself as a best-selling musician, composer, and actor with millions of recordings sold world-wide
Maestro Ted Sperling brings the music of legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Simon's far-reaching catalog of songs have unquestionably become part of America’s, and the world’s, shared musical history.
Tom Cridland plays the part of Elton John on lead vocals and piano in the world’s number one Elton John tribute band. The level of attention to detail in recreating the music and costumes is unparalleled.
The plays chronicle two ruling families of medieval England, the Yorks and the Lancasters, as they fight each other in a civil war known as the Wars of the Roses. Presented as a two-part event
The San Diego Symphony's annual all-Beethoven concert featuring violinist Geneva Lewis. Nicolas Ellis leads the orchestra in the indominable Symphony No. 5..
Playwright Marc Camoletti’s recipe for comedic confusion combines some sexy hanky-panky, mistaken identity, and, of course, dinner in a French country house. Witty dialogue, funny sight gags and a touch of slapstick are just a few ingredients that make Don’t Dress for Dinner simmer into action.
The San Diego Symphony Orchestra brings the Sound of Magic to life, a symphonic celebration of Disney music, animation, and memories—a century in the making. This newly imagined concert brings together the most memorable song, score, and movie moments.
A series of intense storms – a “derecho” – is bearing down on an affluent Virginia neighborhood near D.C., where Eugenia Silva is preparing for a crucial meeting. On the night of the storm, tensions between two sisters reach boiling point as the personal and political collide. World-premiere play by Noelle Viñas.
Award winning musicians Jewel and Melissa Etheridge are singer-songwriters join together to take the Rady Shell stage with their fan favorite hits.
Manny Cepeda, a Puerto Rican composer and arranger, leader of the Manny Cepeda Orchestra has been inducted as a recording artist of his new CD productions “Roots/Raices” and “Padre Querido” featuring his original lyrics and musical arrangements.
A present-day reimagining of Holmes and Watson: steampunk hipster Shirley Holmes and her spunky new roommate Joan Watson become entangled in a series of cases all related to the same supervillain, who always seems to be one step ahead of them. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego
Experience the iconic music of RENT like never before: live with stellar vocalist and the raw powerof the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Sean O'Loughlin.
Tom Cridland has devoted himself to celebrating the artistic legacy of Sir Elton Hercules John and his long-term bandmates, Nigel Olsson, Davey Johnstone, Dee Murray and Ray Cooper, through his live performances of Tom’s Elton Tribute.
Live Nation presents Norah Jones upon the release of her ninth solo album Visions, a collaboration with producer and multi-instrumentalist Leon Michels.
The San Diego Symphony will present Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert with composer John Williams’ venerated score performed live to the film. The concert will be led by conductor Norman Huynh.
Glen Campbell American Pop Country singer Grammy Award-Winning artist of the 1960s and 70s is celebrated by Jeff Ellis an award-winning artist. Performing hits with a full live band and big hits such as “Rhinestone Cowboy”, “ Galveston” and so many more..
Jason Mraz and the Superband return to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, this time backed up by the glorious sounds of the San Diego Symphony, one of only two dates on this tour accompanied by symphony orchestra.
Created by groundbreaking drag artist Sasha Velour and legendary theatre artist Moisés Kaufman, Velour: A Drag Spectacular is a sweeping, coming-of-age tale that intertwines the radical history of drag and queer expression with personal storytelling. Inspired by Velour's journey from a small-town, genderfluid child to a globally renowned drag superstar, the show unfolds through a […]
Celebrate one of the best decades of music and relive the rock, R&B, and new wave hits from icons like George Michael, Phil Collins, Blondie, Huey Lewis & The News, Journey, Michael Jackson and more with conductor Stuart Chafetz and the San Diego Symphony Orchestra.
Gipsy King, made up of members of the Reyes and Baliardo families, is known for their mix of Catalan rumba, flamenco, salsa and pop music. Their rendition of “Hotel California” was included in the film The Big Lebowski. Their music has also been featured in shows like Entourage and Disney’s Toy Story 3
Gary Clark Jr. achieved global impact following his first Grammy in 2014, winning Best Traditional R&B Performance. Throughout 2019, Clark ascended to greater heights. Clark has just completed his fourth and most compelling body of work to date, titled JPEG RAW, out now via Warner Records.
The final classical concert of the summer season features Rafael Payare conducting the San Diego Symphony Orchestra with soloist Blake Pouliot. The concert will end with a pyrotechnic/firework display accompaniment to the 1812 Overture.
