The last classical concert of the 2023 Summer Season features Tchaikovsky’s iconic 1812 Overture and audience favorite and frequent Rady Shell guest conductor Christopher Dragon. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way, 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 city to work his charms on the suburban inhabitants of Windsor. Always hustling for his next buck, he sets his sights on two of ladies-who-lunch, […]
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 of a changing Germany.
Award-winning singing sensation Isabel Marie Sánchez joins the San Diego Symphony for a tribute to the music of beloved singer Selena whose hits included "Dreaming of You," "I Could Fall in Love," and "Bidi Bidi Bom Bom".
Seven years in the making, Adam Duritz and Counting Crows unveiled "Butter Miracle: Suite One" in May 2021 to critical acclaim. Following its release, they embarked on "The Butter Miracle Tour" in 2021, marking their first since 2018 and witnessed packed houses across North America and Europe. The tour is set to resume in Spring […]
Van Morrison, an acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, author, and poet, is regarded as one of the pivotal living figures in music today. His albums hold esteemed spots in the annals of rock and roll, and his repertoire, with over 150 tracks showcased in major films, boasts iconic hits such as “Brown-Eyed Girl,” “Moondance,” “Wild Night,” […]
At age 86, Buddy Guy is a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a major influence on rock titans like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughan, and a living link to the city’s halcyon days of electric blues.
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 the U.S.
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 of an artist seeking greatness and coming to terms with his own legacy.
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 recounts the immigrant experience, how this country gets made, and the dreams of those who make it.
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 albums live onstage – note-for-note, cut-for-cut – using the world’s best musicians.
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 live onstage – note-for-note, cut-for-cut – using the world’s best musicians.
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 and activist, bridging traditions from across the Americas through her music.
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 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 […]
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. .
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
"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 […]
"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,” […]
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.
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 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 […]
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” […]
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.
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.
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, 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 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, […]
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.
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 […]
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.
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. Friday, January 19, 2024 • 6 PM & 8:30 PM
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, at 2 p.m.
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 in search for opportunity, access or a new calling.
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 story of two people re-discovering human companionship. Content advisory – Please note, this production contains discussion of suicide and adult themes.
