LATEST IN ARTS & CULTURE
A pencil, a vintage stove, even Chekov's gun. In theater, every object tells a story. Longtime prop supervisor Deb Hatch takes us behind the scenes at La Jolla Playhouse to reveal how props shape performances, define characters and bring new works to life.
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KPBS Midday EditionSan Diego coffee lovers, small businesses and experts alike are coming together to celebrate World of Coffee, one of the biggest coffee industry events in the country. Then, we dive into more arts and culture in your weekend preview. -
Cinema Junkie has a new book recommendation, David F. Walker's "Black Film: A History of Black Representation and Participation in the Movies."
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The movie, now streaming on Netflix, defied current trends in Indian cinema to tell the true story of a friendship between a Muslim and a Hindu Dalit. Martin Scorsese was secretly involved. -
The newest movie from director Steven Soderbergh, whose films range from Erin Brockovich to Magic Mike and the spy thriller Black Bag, is about artistic legacy itself.
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This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Protest art and printmaking at the Chicano Park Museum; gossip-inspired art gets vulnerable; Voices of Our City Choir takes on yacht rock; August Wilson's "Fences"; Oddities Flea Market and more. -
This weekend in the arts: Edra Soto added to ICA's sculpture trail; Medium Festival of Photography comes to MCASD; "Matt & Ben" at New Village Arts; Flamy Grant at Soda Bar and more.
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While marveling at Artemis II's mission, NPR's film critic went down a rabbit hole about moon-themed movies. Most have nothing to do with space. -
The new Netflix comedy created by Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott stars Levy as an uptight pastor and Taylor Ortega as his sister.
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With well over 100 acts on eight stages, almost all of them streaming live, Coachella can be overwhelming. Here's a day-by-day guide to the can't-miss music at the season's biggest musical gathering. -
The rapper and producer helped script hip-hop and electronic music's blueprint with songs like "Planet Rock" and "Looking for the Perfect Beat."
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Nancy Foley's deviously-plotted novel centers on an aging artist in New Mexico. Brutally dismissive of anyone who disagrees with her, Agatha is a perfectly engaging (if unreliable) narrator. -
Harrison Hill's book The Oracle's Daughter is a story about the terror of losing the self — but it's also, gratifyingly, a story about finding the way back to it. -
Some don't plan to cheer for Iran because they say the players didn't speak out against the Islamic republic's leadership after its deadly crackdown on protesters in January. Others say they plan to attend Iran’s games bearing signs of protest. And still others say they’ll set politics aside to enjoy the rare chance to see Iran compete on soccer’s biggest stage in their own backyard. -
The priciest concessions at the Masters, beer and wine, cost just $6 each. The Georgia golf tournament prides itself on a simple and affordable menu, even as ticket prices continue to climb. -
A much-hyped double album finds the two reveling in a mutual influence that has bloomed for a decade, shaping a scene in the process.
Latest Arts Events
Join Us for Two LIFE at MiraCosta FREE Friday Lectures 'China Camp' and 'The Book Club Play'
Friday, April 10, 2026 from 1 PM to 3:30 PM
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MiraCosta College Oceanside Campus Building 1000 Conference Room
Free
Artemis II Splashdown Family PJ Night Watch Party
Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4 PM
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San Diego Air & Space Museum
Included with Admission
Brian Levy Quartet
Friday, April 10, 2026 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
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La Jolla Music Society - The Wu Tsai QRT.yrd
Free
Garden at Dusk Dinner with Kitchenistas & Chef Raymundo from Quixote
Friday, April 10, 2026 from 5 PM to 9 PM
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Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center
$100-$150
Smoke on the Vine
Friday, April 10, 2026 from 6 PM to 8:30 PM
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The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
$150
The Moss
Friday, April 10, 2026 from 6 PM to 9 PM
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Quartyard
From $32.85
French Film Club
Friday, April 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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San Diego French-American School
$10
Hidden City Sounds – San Diego Music Awards Nominee Showcase
Friday, April 10, 2026 from 7 PM to 9 PM
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California Center for the Arts: Escondido
Free
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