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San Diego's Top Weekend Arts Events: From Ritmos Latinos To Broadway!

Feb. 15: By Maureen Cavanaugh, Nina Garin

Valentine’s Day is over– but not romance. This weekend a San Diego Ballet dance program explores the romance and artistry of Latin music, plus Broadway San Diego announced its new season.

San Diego's Top Weekend Arts Events: Tap, Cellos And Dinosaurs

Feb. 8: By Jade Hindmon, Nina Garin

You know it’s a good weekend when there’s tap dancing and dinosaurs involved.

San Diego's Top Weekend Arts Events: From Dance To Cabaret

Feb. 1: By Maureen Cavanaugh, Nina Garin

If you’re a football fan, you already know what you’re doing this Super Bowl weekend. But also happening this weekend is a romantic cabaret, a dance showcase and the return of a popular indie band.

Old Globe Stages Play By 'Black Panther' Star Danai Gurira

Jan. 28: By Nina Garin

The Old Globe stages "Familiar," a play about wedding drama, written by "Black Panther" star Danai Gurira.

San Diego's Top Weekend Events: Elton, Isabella and 'Hamlet'

Jan. 25: By Maureen Cavanaugh, Nina Garin

There’s plenty going on in the arts this weekend, but some of the biggest events coming to San Diego are actually happening mid-week: Elton John’s farewell tour, Isabella Rossellini’s circus-themed show and a renowned dance troupe from China.

San Diego's Top Weekend Arts Events: Iliza, 'Dolly' And Beethoven

Jan. 18: By Maureen Cavanaugh, Nina Garin

This weekend brings a millennial comic, a meddling matchmaker and an ambitious chamber music group.

San Diego's Top Weekend Arts Events: From Punk To Payare

Jan. 11: By Jade Hindmon, Nina Garin

This weekend is packed with diverse music events, from punk to classical, and even a capella.

San Diego Symphony's 'Hearing the Future' Festival Marks Debut of Rafael Payare

Jan. 4: By Nina Garin

January is typically a slow month, a time to take a breath and catch up from the holidays. But now that the San Diego Symphony puts on an annual music festival, January is brimming with concerts, dance performances and art shows.

San Diego's Top Weekend Events: New Year's Weekend

Dec. 28, 2018: By Maureen Cavanaugh, Nina Garin

New Year’s Eve is almost here and that means San Diego will have its share of fancy dinners, harbor cruises and block parties. But if you’re looking for a weekend event that’s more arts-friendly, here are some options.

San Diego's Top Weekend Events: Billie, Bob and Mary

Dec. 14, 2018: By Jade Hindmon, Nina Garin

This weekend, a longtime San Diego artist gets a museum retrospective, 91X presents its holiday concert and we look forward to the return of Mary Poppins!

San Diego's Top Weekend Events: Fleetwood, Vile And Holiday Lights

Dec. 7, 2018: By Maureen Cavanaugh, Nina Garin

This weekend is full of classics, from a treasured Balboa Park event to a revered rock band. Plus an underground music star returns to San Diego.

Your Guide To December Nights 2018

Dec. 6, 2018: By Nina Garin

You can say that in San Diego, the holidays don't officially begin until December Nights weekend.

'The Year To Come' Is A New Play About Family, Politics And Swimming Pools

Nov. 30, 2018: By Nina Garin

La Jolla Playhouse pairs director Anne Kauffman with playwright Lindsey Ferrentino for the world-premiere of "The Year to Come."

San Diego's Top Weekend Events: Pie, Chili And The Bard

Nov. 30, 2018: By Jade Hindmon, Nina Garin

This weekend brings a musical about pie, a neighborhood chili battle with live music, and Shakespeare-style plays made up on the spot.

Navigating 'The Nutcracker': Which Show Is Right For You?

Nov. 21, 2018: By Nina Garin

It may seem too early to think about “The Nutcracker,” but performances have begun and will continue through the end of the year.

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