LATEST IN ARTS & CULTURE
Jim Cox
The Old Globe's summer Shakespeare lineup closes with a West Coast '90s take on "The Comedy of Errors." Here's how director James Vásquez brings new energy to the classic farce.
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Charming critics and audiences with New Threats From The Soul, his funny, loose, reference-packed album, the veteran Louisville musician is having an unlikely breakthrough at 40 years old. -
The idea that each year produces a few unofficial "songs of the summer" has been rattling around for ages. But do we have a strong contender this year?
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KPBS Midday EditionBelmont Park's Giant Dipper turns 100 this year. We discuss the significance of the boardwalk amusement park's longevity in San Diego. -
KPBS Midday EditionAfter 20 years of hosting "A Way with Words," Martha Barnette is out with a new book celebrating her love for language.
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Hasan Piker likes fitness, gaming, and progressive politics, and millions of young men flock to him for his opinions. Is he the Joe Rogan of the left that Democrats are looking for? Hasan says no. -
Olympian High School history teacher Keith Hammond moonlights as wrestler Orion Odyssey and returns to the ring for the school's annual Welcome Back Bash fundraiser.
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From animation to audiobooks, two performers share how they find their voices, build characters and navigate the challenges of a competitive, unseen profession. -
George Lucas finally came to the stage at Comic-Con Sunday to an ovation from thousands, some holding light sabers in the air, with soaring “Star Wars” music filling the room.
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The city says libraries see the least amount of traffic on Sundays. Advocates say closures would reduce community members' access to library services. -
Dorothy Parker's posthumously published collection is Poems; Camilla Barnes' debut novel is The Usual Desire to Kill. Both affirm: sharp humor can be grounded in pain. -
A passion project from co-writer and star Ariella Mastroianni, "Gazer" is a grungy neo-noir thriller featuring an unreliable narrator and a distinctive '70s-inspired style.
Latest Arts Events
Mission Valley 'Valley Vibes' Summer Concert Series: Kai Kalama, August 6th
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 5 PM
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Identity Leadership: Personal Professional Development
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 5 PM
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Film Forum Coronado: '12 Angry Men'
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6 PM
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Coronado Public Library
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Handmade Italian Night | Culinary Workshop
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 6 PM to 8 PM
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San Diego Craft Collective
$85
Handbuilding Ceramics | Air Plant Holder Workshop
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 6 PM to 8:30 PM
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San Diego Craft Collective
$65
Creed - 'Summer of '99 Tour'
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 7 PM
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North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
$39.50+
Kevin Kaarl: 'Ultra Sodade Tour'
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 7 PM to 10 PM
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PETCO Park
$63+
The Winter's Tale Review
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 7 PM to 8:45 PM
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Westfield Mission Valley Mall
Free
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