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KPBS Midday EditionA new exhibit weaves the stories of African American women across history through the clothes they wore. Plus, the second annual FilAm CreatorCon celebrates Filipino American creatives in San Diego. And finally, your weekend arts preview. -
KPBS Midday EditionWe sit down with the authors of the children, teen and adult selections for 2025 One Book, One San Diego.
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The firing of Kevin Struthers is the latest in a line of dismissals and resignations at the D.C. arts behemoth. -
Watch the live ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at 7:30 p.m. ET / 6:30 p.m. CT.
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Sunday's VMAs were the first time the awards show has been broadcast on CBS in addition to MTV. The show recognized rising stars and longtime icons alike. -
The lucrative franchise is based on real stories — and the professional ghostbusters who saved the day. But critics say the real-life couple profited off of people's pain.
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This weekend in the arts: A bargain last chance to see "Fashioning an Icon" at the Mingei; an exhibit mapping the history of women's fashion; an interactive game of CLUE; "Spring Awakening"; live music picks and more. -
Artist Marisol Rendón explores concepts of glory, self-deception and beneficial pests in her residency exhibit at the always-free Timken Museum in Balboa Park.
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"Mosquito" buzzes into the micro cinema for a Bonkers Half-Assed Midnight on Saturday and iVIE Awards highlight student work on Sunday. -
KPBS Midday EditionLittle Saigon San Diego will hold a tribute concert that retraces the path of the Vietnamese diaspora over 50 years. Also, what makes silent films unique? And finally, we dive into the North Park Music Fest and more in your weekend arts preview. -
The North Park Music Fest returns Saturday, June 7, with 40+ musical acts and a free creator fair spread across 10 venues, bars and restaurants throughout North Park. Performers include John Doe, Julianna Zachariou, The Neighborhood Kids, In Mazes, Topeka Clementine, Tasha Smith Godinez and more. -
Action junkies can get their adrenaline fix this week with "Ballerina" in theaters or the behind-the-scenes documentary "Wick is Pain," now streaming.
Latest Arts Events
Steven Wilson
Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 7 PM
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The Magnolia
$62 - $226
Marisi Cellar Gems
Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 5 PM
Ongoing until September 25, 2025
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Marisi Italian
2025 Del Mar Wine + Food Fest
Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Ongoing until September 14, 2025
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Multiple locations
'Follies'
Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 7 PM
Ongoing until October 5, 2025
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Joseph Clayes III Stage, The Joan
$44+
'Deceived' (Extended through Sept. 14)
Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 7 PM
Ongoing until September 14, 2025
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Old Globe Theatre
Regular tickets prices start at $47 (lowest ticket price as of Aug. 14, 2025)
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