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September 25 – October 18, 2026 (Opening night: Thursday, Oct.1, 2026) Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre Conrad Prebys Theatre Center By Suzan-Lori Parks Directed by Steve H. Broadnax III Broadway director Steve H. Broadnax III returns to the Globe after last season’s thrilling "Appropriate" to direct an intimate new staging of Suzan-Lori Parks’s Pulitzer Prize–winning modern classic, which The New York Times hailed as the greatest American play of the past 25 years. Brothers Lincoln and Booth hustle for survival through the street con game of three-card monte. Their bond is tested by rivalry, resentment, and the elusive promise of the American Dream. By turns funny, provocative, and charged, "Topdog/Underdog" charts the razor-thin line between ambition and self-destruction. Total running time: Two hours and 20 minutes with one 15-minute intermission. This production of "Topdog/Underdog" includes adult themes, profanity and explicit sexual language, simulated violence, and the use of a prop firearm and associated sound effects. Vicki and Carl Zeiger Insights Seminar: Tuesday, September 29 at 6:00 p.m. Post Show Forums: Tuesday, October 6; Tuesday, October 13; Wednesday, October 14 (evening performance) Community Nights: Black Theatre Night on Friday, October 9 at 6:00 p.m. Open-Caption Performance: Saturday, October 17 at 2:00 p.m. Supported by Lead Production Sponsors Dr. Ronald and Mrs. Ruth W. Leonardi and The David Martin Finkelstein Trust.

What happens when wildlife needs help—and what happens after an animal is rescued? Join Wildlife Jewels® for a special community evening at The Naked Cafe exploring Solana Beach’s remarkable wildlife through real rescue stories, wildlife rehabilitation, art, and conversation. Dr. Azi Sharif, Founder & Executive Director of Wildlife Jewels, will share stories and discoveries from the organization’s coastal monitoring and bird rescue work, including the seabird starvation and mortality event witnessed along our coast this spring. Learn how to recognize signs of wildlife in distress and what to do when an animal may need help. Special guest Dr. Erica Ellis, Medical Director of Shalom Wildlife Hospital, will take guests behind the scenes of wildlife rehabilitation and share what it takes to give injured and orphaned wildlife a second chance in the wild. Throughout the evening, art and photography from the Wildlife Jewels® Collections will be showcased throughout The Naked Cafe, celebrating rescued animals and the remarkable wildlife of our coast. Come discover the wildlife living all around us and learn how each of us can help protect it. Visit: https://www.wildlifejewels.org/wildlife-rescue-solana-beach Wildlife Jewels on Facebook / Instagram

Come see San Diego's finest Yacht Rock experience sail into the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA) for an unforgettable evening of music, good vibes, and fun. Led by vocal standout Captain Darryl Walker and his all-star band, enjoy the smooth sounds of the late '70s and early '80s, featuring hits by Hall & Oates, Christopher Cross, Kenny Loggins, and many more! ***Note: This performance is a Six String Society Production. For ticketing and event questions, visit www.thesixstringsociety.com.***

The Center Chorale, Pacific Coast Chorale, and Chamber Orchestra perform Sacred, Secular, and Dance music of the Renaissance featuring arrangements by Artistic Director, John Nettles in the beautiful Grace Lutheran Church of Escondido. Escondido Choral Arts Foundation: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Our annual Tea with the Sugar Plum Fairy is Sunday November 15 at 1 p.m. + 3 p.m.! Experience the enchantment of the Land of Sweets at PAW’s Nutcracker Tea, hosted by the Sugarplum Fairy and friends from the Performing Arts Workshop and a performance by our friends at The Violin Shop! Children of all ages are invited to dress up in their finest hats and enjoy a magical holiday date complete with a meet and greet with the beloved Nutcracker characters and a gift from the Sugar Plum Fairy! Children under 3 are free! Attendees can enjoy a spread of tea and scrumptious sandwiches and desserts and take a picture with the characters in The Nutcracker. Performing Arts Workshop on Facebook / Instagram

Rising Young Stars — An Afternoon of Music and Inspiration Celebrate International Artist Day with an inspiring afternoon of classical music, presented by the American Foundation for Music. Hear talented young musicians perform alongside a chamber ensemble from the American Philharmonic Orchestra, bringing fresh energy and heartfelt expression to music by Vivaldi, Bach, and Rieding. From lyrical melodies to sparkling, spirited passages, this program celebrates the beauty of string music and the promise of a new generation of artists. Whether you are a devoted classical music enthusiast or discovering live concerts with your family, we invite you to share in this special occasion. Your applause encourages these young performers, honors their dedication, and helps make their time on stage even more meaningful. Bring your family and friends, celebrate emerging talent, and enjoy a beautiful afternoon of music in Encinitas. Sunday, October 25, 2026 · 3 p.m. Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024 Be part of their musical journey. Visit www.affmusic.org for more information. American Foundation for Music on Facebook / Instagram

Book by Alfredo Ratniewski Theatrical Adaptation by Todd Salovey Featuring: Marco Barricelli as Alfredo Rosina Reynolds as Zofia Kate Rose Reynolds as Izabella A dramatic play reading reveals the story of a family who risked everything to save a Jewish man during the Holocaust in war-torn Poland, and their descendants who, 80 years later, reached out to his son to ensure that history was never forgotten. Alfredo Ratniewski knew his father as a man of carefully chosen silences. A respected doctor in Mexico City, Bolek carried the weight of a past he refused to speak about, leaving his son with more questions than answers. But when a mysterious email arrives from Poland eighty years after the war, a door to the past swings wide open, revealing a breathtaking journey of survival, courage, and a secret hidden behind a single oil painting. The program is a 50-minute play reading, followed by a special Q and A with the memoire’s author Alfredo Ratniewski and Izabella Cooper, daughter of the woman from Poland whose family hid and helped save the author’s father. A special thank you to our community partners: Ken Jewish Community, A Culture of Peace, House of Israel, Lou Dunst Foundation and Congregation Adat Yeshurun The Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival on Facebook / Instagram

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TOAST is bringing The BEST of BREAD Tour BACK to ESCONDIDO due to POPULAR DEMAND! Last year this show SOLD OUT, so get YOUR tickets before it’s too late! “BREAD VIRTUALLY INVENTED soft rock in the early Seventies, and the group’s biggest hits — ‘Make It With You,’ ‘If,’ ‘Baby I’m-a Want You’ and ‘Everything I Own’ — remain staples on lite-rock radio.” – Rolling Stone Over their career, Bread scored 13 hits on Billboard’s Top 100! The two surviving members of Bread (David Gates & Robb Royer) are happily retired and enjoying their time with family and the fruits of their musical careers. Enter TOAST – The Ultimate Bread Experience who does everything possible to keep the legacy of Bread alive. With a surprising fidelity rarely heard from a live tribute band, their sound is often described as “spot on” to the original recordings. Audiences everywhere rave about closely their live performances sound like the cherished records they listened to back in the day. TOAST will take you on a journey back in time, engaging a spectrum of emotions; from the tender moments that tug on the heartstrings to the upbeat classics that compel you to jump out of your seat and dance. And when combined with truly timeless music, this concert will “rise” to the top as one of your absolute favorite concerts! Friday, November 13 @ 7 p.m. California Center for the Arts, Escondido 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025 TOAST- The BEST of BREAD on Facebook / Instagram

Soprano Audra McDonald is the winner of a record-breaking six Tony Awards, two GRAMMY® Awards, an Emmy Award, and the National Medal of Arts. She regularly appears in the world’s foremost venues, but in this singular evening, enjoy McDonald’s resplendent talent in the intimate Baker-Baum Concert Hall as she shares songs from Broadway, the Great American Songbook, and beyond. Audra McDonald on Facebook / Instagram