San Diego's Top Weekend Events: Kings Of Comedy And Film

You are listening to KPBS Midday Edition .A chance to kick back with a mai tai, dreamy pop songs and to funny Martin's, the makings of a great summer weekend and here to guide us through is Nina Garin. Hello.Hello.Steve Martin has spent a lot of time in San Diego. He is one of the margins. First with his musical BrightStar and his meteor shower at the old Globe. What is he doing here tomorrow ?He is going back to his comedy roots. He is performing with his friend and collaborator Martin Short.Martin Short, they have been in movies and TV for decades. How would you describe the comedy styles together and apart?They have been working together since 1986 in the Three Amigos. They both really love absurd comedy. Steve Martin does it in a more intellectual and highbrow way and Martin Short is very goofy and physical.Given that they can headline a show, how does a joint concert work?It starts with them together on stage and they had a lot of fun together. You can see the chemistry. Then, Martin Short has his time and then Steve Martin comes out and does his stuff and that includes bluegrass music which you know, he really loves.He is passionate about bluegrass. He will play that as part of the show tomorrow ?Yes, you will.I brought the music so we can hear it.This is called the crow. Here we go.[ MUSIC ] Steve Martin and Martin Short provide Saturday at the open air theater. There is another big starry coming tomorrow night. That is Hans Zimmer who is bringing his tour to town and while we listen to some of his score, what can you tell us?He is going onto her inspired by Smith guitarist and musician Burrell Williams because he is working by himself. He is going out and playing life. He does a classical music concert but he presents it like a rock show. Think of him as a conductor but he serves as a front man. He conducts musicians. He conducts a course. It is like a big spectacle.He is a big hint which is hard to believe. Is he playing instruments or is he just the conductor ?He does play entrance. He placed the keyboard and guitar and he plays the banjo. You know, there is a lot going on expect what films has he scored ?Every movie you have seen. Will the "Rain Man", dark night, and Hidden Figures. The list goes on and on.At concerts like this one with composers oftentimes we see clips from the film behind the musician. Are we going to see something like that tomorrow night ?He says that takes away from the musicians. Instead, uses lighting and the chorus and spotlights on the musicians, including one from North County, her name is Tina and she is the electric chalice. She started at the youth orchestra when she was 10.You can see Tina Guo perform on Saturday.Now you will tell us about a convention that sells out every year. It is called Tiki oasis. Tell us about that.Celebrates mid-century pop culture. Americas love of art and music from the Pacific islands. Every year, there is a name last year, it was monster Island and this year it is spice.What happens at Tiki Oasis ?You can see a lot of geeky things. There is a art show at a car show. You can take hula dance lessons and there is a marketplace. There is panels and my favorite is hangover, stretch it out with Elvis. And there is also bond girl makeup tutorial.You mentioned it sells out every year. Why are we talking about it now can anyone go ?The evening concert and panels are sold out and you can check out the art show. You can shop and listen to music. You can have a mai tai and the chill.The fruity drinks are still a part of it ?YesIt continues through Sunday in Mission Valley. Riley, you will tell us about a concert by Neon Indian.It is an electric in DVM. They are considered a pioneer which started back in 20 -- 2010. That uses a lot of samples. It has a warbling sound like you are watching old VHS tapes like kids playing in sprinklers. [ laughter ]I think we need to hear an example. This is Neon Indian with deadbeat summer.[ MUSIC ]What does a concert with Neon Indian look like ?It is one guy, Allen who is from Texas and Mexico. He writes the music himself but when he goes on tours, he brings a live band. It is a combination of keyboards and electronic equipment with more traditional instruments.Neon Indian performs Monday at the belly up and I am speaking with Nina Garin. Thank you.Thank you and have a good weekend.