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 science fiction blockbuster wowed audiences with its depiction of space travel and more. Here's what NASA staff and other scientists say about the basis for the amazing events of the film. -
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.
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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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From SZA and Kendrick Lamar, to MJ Lenderman and Waxahatchee, there's been an uptick in recent years of prominent artists joining forces for a co-headlining tour. -
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.
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In her new book You've Been Pooping All Wrong, Dr. Trisha Pasricha shares habits and practices to make your relationship with your solid waste as smooth as possible -
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. -
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. -
The rapper and producer helped script hip-hop and electronic music's blueprint with songs like "Planet Rock" and "Looking for the Perfect Beat." -
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.
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2026 San Marcos Spring Fling Festival
Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 9 AM to 5 PM
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North City San Marcos
Land Your Dream Agent
Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 10 AM to 12 PM
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Inspirations Gallery (San Diego Writers, Ink)
$36 - $42
Talmadge Art Tour 2026
Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 10 AM to 5 PM
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Talmadge, San Diego
Free
IDASDC Spring Dance Festival
Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 10 AM to 4:30 PM
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Balboa Park Club Ballroom
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Rolando Street Fair 2026
Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 10 AM to 6 PM
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Rolando Street Fair
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San Diego Magazine's Brunch Bash 2026
Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 11 AM to 2 PM
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Omni La Costa Resort and Spa
Play Day: Nurturing Native Knowledge
Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 11 AM to 2 PM
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Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (La Jolla)
Free
Free Second Sunday
Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 11 AM to 5 PM
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Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego: La Jolla
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