LATEST IN ARTS & CULTURE
Sarah Navarrete
The sudden pullback of NEA funding — after money was already spent — is shaking confidence across San Diego's dance world and forcing organizations to rethink programming.
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The musician Scott Mescudi, who records as Kid Cudi, told the court that after Combs discovered his relationship with Cassie Ventura, his house was broken into and his car was set on fire. -
In 2025, fandom is complicated. Music is at nearly everyone's fingertips. Concert ticket prices are through the roof. Some fans take devotion to new extremes. What do we owe to the artists we love?
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KPBS Midday EditionLeaders from two local dance organizations talk about how they are navigating financial challenges and a changing arts landscape. Plus, two plays onstage this week that showcase culture and history. -
KPBS Midday EditionDr. Eric Topol is out with a new book all about healthy aging, with the help of new treatments and technologies.
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Also on TV this week, a new season of Nine Perfect Strangers premieres on Hulu, and new episodes of Couples Therapy debut on Paramount+ with Showtime. -
Wendt got his start in Chicago's The Second City improv comedy troupe. He went on to earn six Primetime Emmy nominations for his role as a lovable barfly on Cheers.
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This weekend in the arts: "Jaja's African Hair Braiding," "The Counter," "Nighttime Julianne" and more theater openings; plein air art meets San Diego farms; Lucha Fest; anti-fascist art; San Diego Ballet; plus Wonderfront Festival and more live music picks -
This weekend in the arts: The "Hamilton" ticket lottery, Mother's Day activities and art, Alisa Weilerstein and Rafael Payare performing together, GI Film Festival San Diego and more.
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Israeli settlers beat up Hamdan Ballal, one of the Palestinian co-directors of the documentary film No Other Land, in the occupied West Bank, according to witnesses. He was then detained by the Israeli military. -
The sculptures are made from a special glass called dalle de verre that produces deeper color effects when illuminated by the sun. -
Robert De Niro plays rival mob bosses in a new biographical crime drama. But while it's fun to watch De Niro argue with himself, The Alto Knights ultimately feels dubious and derivative.
Latest Arts Events
HARDY - 'Jim Bob World Tour'
Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
$39.75+
Sunset DJ Dinner Cruise
Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Flagship Cruises & Events
Adults - $115.28 + Fees, Children - $80.70 + Fees, Children Under 4 Free
Roma Norte Sessions x Sammy Donado
Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 8 PM
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Roma Norte Cocktail Bar
Free
Harlem Gospel Travelers
Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 8 PM
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The Loft at UC San Diego
$27
'The Cat Behind the Hat!' Coming to EC Gallery for a Limited Engagement
Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10 AM
Ongoing until June 13, 2025
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EC Gallery Gaslamp
Free
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