Producers Club

Purchase of a ticket gets you admission to a pre-show mixer hosted by KPBS on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 including an artistic chat with a member of the play, as well as the performance of The Recipe. Reception begins at 6:00PM and performance begins at 7:30PM. Please note: There is limited ADA accessible seating available. Please request if needed. Cost: $45 per person. Space is limited and RSVP is required. If registering for a guest, please include their name in the registration. Parking is not included in the $45 ticket price. For directions and parking information, please visit https://lajollaplayhouse.org/plan-your-visit/parking/ Due to the exclusivity of this event, we are not able to offer any refunds after the time of purchase. We thank you in advance for your understanding Questions? Please email gcruzmaldonado@kpbs.org

Time for some fun! KPBS invites you to a night of mingling and team trivia, where you can show off your knowledge of all things public media. Our second annual trivia & mixer night will spark excitement and a sense of play as you compete over coveted KPBS swag. KPBS staff will take part in the fun too, serving as team captains, or team members. A dinner of pizza, salad, beer and wine will be available throughout the night. We encourage you to show off your holiday spirit by wearing your favorite holiday sweater!

Join us for a delightful and intellectually engaging evening as the Producers Club welcomes Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett, co-hosts of the hit public radio show A Way With Words! Known for their quick wit, deep linguistic knowledge, and warm rapport, Martha and Grant explore everything from regional dialects and word history to new slang, wordplay, and grammar quirks. Whether you're a lifelong lover of language or simply curious about the words we use, you’ll be captivated by their stories, insights, and fun language trivia. This special event will take place at the stunning Catamaran Hotel, Resort, and Spa on Mission Bay. Your registration includes a delicious dinner, an opportunity to connect with fellow language lovers, and the chance to meet Martha and Grant in person.

Join us for a special evening highlighting what's ahead across PBS, KPBS TV, podcasts, and digital platforms. Get an early look at nationally premiering programs, including new seasons of All Creatures Great and Small and a compelling American Masters episode on Dick Van Dyke. We’ll also showcase local KPBS Explore content, such as a sneak preview on the 100th episode of Ken Kramer’s About San Diego, and previews of our popular podcasts The Finest and Port of Entry. Plus, enjoy a first look at original digital stories from the KPBS Newsroom. You will also get insight into our exciting new project KPBS+, our locally curated streaming platform with thousands of KPBS and PBS titles. The evening will feature a behind-the-scenes panel with KPBS content creators, Chief Content Officer Nancy Worlie, and Programming Director Jill Linder, offering insights into how our local stories are brought to life.

This year, KPBS turns 65—a milestone that represents decades of trusted news, storytelling, and service to the San Diego community. We simply couldn’t have reached this moment without the support of people like you. We are pleased to extend a special invitation to join us in celebrating our 65th birthday featuring special guest, Amna Nawaz, Co-Anchor and Co-Managing Editor, PBS News Hour. This is more than an event—it’s a celebration of 65 years of public service in San Diego. It’s also a chance to invest in the next chapter of KPBS: one where truth matters, curiosity is encouraged, and every voice counts. Help fuel the next 65 years and advance our mission to reflect, connect, and inspire our community. Cost: $165 per ticket. RSVP by September 2, 2025.

Let’s bring our community closer together through the shared experience of reading and discussing great books! The inaugural KPBS San Diego Book Festival on the University of San Diego campus is a free event for book lovers of all ages. Attendees will enjoy panel discussions with award-winning authors, activities, live entertainment, exhibitors including independent booksellers, and more. If you’re attending, please join us at our Producers Club member-only hospitality lounge where PC members can take a rest, find a cold soft-drink, a sweet snack and mingle with fellow PC members and KPBS staff. Add the code, "PC" at checkout to reserve your spot!

Join us for a fun and relaxed evening of great conversation, light refreshments, and new connections at our upcoming KPBS Producers Club Social. Whether you're looking to meet other Producers Club members, catch up with friends, or simply enjoy good company, this is the perfect setting.

Join us for the KPBS Producers Club Newsroom Roundtable on Thursday May 15, 2025 at 6pm at The KPBS Conrad Prebys Media Complex! Gain a deeper understanding of how news stories are crafted and the challenges our journalists face in the current media landscape. Go beyond the headlines and engage in a lively conversation about the stories that matter most to San Diego and how they are shared by the KPBS news team. KPBS Managing Editor Vinnee Tong will moderate the discussion with Racial and Social Equity Reporter Katie Hyson, Public Matters Editor Claire Trageser and Investigative Reporter Scott Rodd. Mark your calendars and join us for an evening of insights and behind-the-scenes stories from these valued members of the KPBS news team. **For KPBS Producers Club members only. You can click here to learn more information about KPBS Producers Club**

Join us at The Prado at Balboa Park on Friday April 11, 2025 at 9am for a special Producers Club reception with Nan Sterman, the host of the KPBS show A Growing Passion and all-around garden expert. Nan recently took on a lead botanical role in the Botanical Building at Balboa Park renovations, where she designed the planters for the new building. Join us as Nan speaks about the process behind the renovation and how plants and gardens can transform a space. After the reception with Nan, you are welcome to a self-guided tour of the Botanical Building. Admission to this event includes a reception with a continental breakfast at The Prado, a presentation from Nan and the opportunity to explore the newly renovated Botanical Building with fellow KPBS Producers Club members. **This event if exclusive to Producers Club members. To learn more about the Producers Club and how to join, please visit kpbs.org/pc**

Join fellow Producers Club members at the La Jolla Playhouse for the premiere of 3 Summers of Lincoln. With an epic original score blending gospel, R&B, powerhouse anthems and Broadway, 3 Summers of Lincoln is the next unmissable, spectacular world premiere from La Jolla Playhouse. This gripping new musical tells the inspirational story of one of the most important friendships in our nation’s history, and a divided country coming together.Due to the popularity of previous Producers Club events at the La Jolla Playhouse, we are offering TWO evenings of 3 Summers of Lincoln.Night 1: Tuesday, February 18, 2025ORNight 2: Wednesday, February 19, 2025The $20 price per ticket will cover a Producers Club reception, an artistic chat with members of the production and the performance of 3 Summers of Lincoln. We ask you to limit your purchase to 2 tickets. If registering for 2, please include the names of both attendees.

Join fellow Producers Club members at the La Jolla Playhouse for the premiere of 3 Summers of Lincoln. With an epic original score blending gospel, R&B, powerhouse anthems and Broadway, 3 Summers of Lincoln is the next unmissable, spectacular world premiere from La Jolla Playhouse. This gripping new musical tells the inspirational story of one of the most important friendships in our nation’s history, and a divided country coming together.Due to the popularity of previous Producers Club events at the La Jolla Playhouse, we are offering TWO evenings of 3 Summers of Lincoln.Night 1: Tuesday, February 18, 2025ORNight 2: Wednesday, February 19, 2025The $20 price per ticket will cover a Producers Club reception, an artistic chat with members of the production and the performance of 3 Summers of Lincoln. We ask you to limit your purchase to 2 tickets. If registering for 2, please include the names of both attendees.

You're invited to join us for a special evening with Marketplace’s Nova Safo and KPBS Investigative Reporter Scott Rodd at the Bahia Resort Hotel on January 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Nova Safo, a correspondent for Marketplace and co-host of the Marketplace Minute podcast, will share his perspective and coverage of how money and business are shaping today’s economy. In their conversation, Nova and Scott will explore key topics like immigration, tariffs, the post-pandemic economy, and much more. Whether you're interested in economics, business or simply enjoy thought-provoking discussions, this is an event you won't want to miss. Reserve your spot today! Your ticket includes access to a pre-reception with small bites and drinks. Attendance is free, but space is limited. RSVP is required.