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Hurricane Katrina exposed longstanding flaws in the New Orleans criminal justice system. In the 20 years since, there has been dramatic change in the public defender office.

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Big Freedia about her new album, "Pressing Onward," and how her childhood singing in the church led her to this moment, fusing gospel with her signature bounce music.

Nurul Haque vowed to give back to the U.S. — the country he credits with allowing him to escape from one of the bleakest humanitarian crises in the world.

Returning with their award-winning Americana folk fusion, The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble is bringing a new and exciting show this year, featuring diamonds in the rough and hidden gems from some of the best songwriters in the world. With tunes by Steve Earle, John Prine, Linda Thompson, Gillian Welch, John Lennon, and many others, this show promises to be a powerful experience in songs of heartbreak and revelation. Country classics from Dolly Parton and the band’s own originals from songwriter Rob Carlson will round out this truly eclectic sound. Named the BEST NEW FOLK artist by LA Weekly in May of 2019! Award-winning vocalist Susie Glaze, mandolinist Steve Rankin, fiddler Mark Indictor, and bassist Fred Sanders are The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble, the newest version of the acclaimed Los Angeles-based new folk Americana fusion band, presenting gorgeous eclectic blends of mountain folk and exciting new grassy and Celtic-inspired originals, all with the remarkable voice of Susie Glaze. “If there were a word to describe this fine band, it would be sophisticated. They draw influences from disparate sources to meld their sound. The level of musicianship is exemplary.… display a great range of prowess and work as a tight unit.” – Bluegrass Unlimited “…one of the finest and most original Americana groups in California (or in the country for that matter).” – No Depression Augmenting their sound is the lush, Celtic sounds of Rankin’s bouzouki, the mountain sounds of Susie’s Appalachian dulcimer and traditional autoharp, with Mark Indictor’s virtuoso fiddling, and Fred Sanders’ remarkable bass work rounding out the orchestral nature of this amazing quartet. Susie Glaze has been honored to be included on the newly-released Compass Records tribute album, Dear Jean – Artists Celebrate Jean Ritchie, alongside such artists as Judy Collins, Pete Seeger, Janis Ian, Tim O’Brien, John McCutcheon, Robin and Linda Williams, and many more. Visit: www.susieglaze.com

Celebrate the season in San Diego with holiday-themed performances, festivals and more, from "The Nutcracker" ballet to toy trains and Kwanzaa.

Today’s national crisis of climate change, endless war, and the deliberate dismantling of democracy calls for more than petitions, street protests, and letters to congress. There is a growing movement saying No to war and to paying taxes for the weapons being sold to support Genocide in Palestine. This interactive workshop with Cathy Deppe will describe practical steps, options, possible consequences for war tax resistance and options for redirection. Q & A, discussion time, and free resources. Visit: Peace Resource Center of San Diego

"the wulfeater" is an interactive musical theater experience making its world premiere at the Tenth Avenue Arts Center San Diego. Set in the fictional world of cleveland, "the wulfeater" explores the intersections of capitalism, oppression, and patriarchy through an immersive and interactive experience that invites the voyeuristic gaze of its audience members. Welcome to the wulfeater... are you ready to have some fun?

It’s time to play the music! It’s time to light the lights! Join Musical Theatre Composer & Performer Tyler Tafolla and some of SoCal’s most sensational, Muppetational performers & puppeteers as they celebrate the music, laughs and work of Jim Henson at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 N. Coast Highway). In this one night only concert, you’ll hear those classic songs you know & love from The Muppets, Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock and many more! It will be a night of music, laughter, hysteria and of course, puppets! An evening you won’t forget! Featuring performances from Jordan Brownlee, Shaun Conde, Gio Aparicio & Megan Tafolla. As well as a virtual performance from Cameron Blankenship. Guests are encouraged to come in as colorful and as Muppet-y attire and bring their own puppets! It’s gonna be a night you don’t want to miss! See you there! Wocka Wocka! Visit: Oceanside Theatre Company

Gov. Bill Lee declined to grant a reprieve Monday amid uncertainty about whether the implantable defibrillator will shock Byron Black's heart when the lethal drug takes effect.

Join us at UC San Diego's Conrad Prebys Concert Hall to listen to world renowned maestros of Indian Music: Pandit Kartik Seshadri (playing the sitar), accompanied by Anubrata Chatterjee (playing the tabla). Pandit Kartik Seshadri on Facebook / Instagram Anubrata Chatterjee on Facebook / Instagram UC San Diego Department of Music on Facebook / Instagram