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Share the enchantment of a traditional Waltz Ball, celebrating the music and dances of the 19th and early 20th centuries! Waltz & Such and the SD Vintage Dance Society are thrilled to host their 20th annual beloved tradition. San Diego’s own Grand Pacific Waltz Orchestra, under the direction of Mr. Joe Dyke, will provide LIVE authentic music for waltzes, polkas, mixers, and more. Our dance mistress will be Ms. Joan Walton, an internationally renowned authority on historic vintage dances, who will also teach a “Survival Waltz” workshop prior to the ball (11a.m. – 1 p.m. in the same venue). The workshop will include the specialty dances of the evening. Cost of the workshop is $15 at the door only.

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Step back 2000 years into the enchanting yet gritty world of Mary Magdalene when Genesis Opera Theatre’s production of “Magdalene: The Musical” graces the stage on April 6 and 7, 2024, at the STAR Repertory Theatre, 329 E. Valley Parkway in Escondido. Mary Magdalene was one of the most misunderstood figures in the Bible. This hidden gem written by Sal Ponti was first produced in 1983 and enjoyed a two-year run in Los Angeles. It is a musical story of the confident, colorful harlot adored by everyone around her. Men wanted to be with her. Women wanted to BE her. Guided by the visionary direction of Cynthia Leigh and the harmonious musical direction of Abraham Fabella, "Magdalene: The Musical" has been lovingly recreated by Genesis Opera Theatre and is a musical with a heart of gold that promises to be an unforgettable experience. The story is riveting. The music is unforgettable. “Magdalene: The Musical” is not to be missed. For its first production in nearly 40 years, director Cynthia Leigh has put together a stellar cast with talent from all over Southern California. The characters from Magdalene’s world represent men and women from all walks of life, and how they’re impacted by the life-changing world events surrounding them. Genesis Opera Theatre, committed to making opera and musical theatre accessible to people of all ages at an affordable price, aims to kindle the love for this art form in young minds, nurturing future enthusiasts and artists. Performance Dates and Times| Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, April 7, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. Don't miss your chance to witness this unique musical. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased on sdartstix.com. For additional information, reach out to genesisoperatheatre@gmail.com. Follow them on Facebook!

Learn about lifestyle changes and habits that everyone can use to maintain a healthy brain. This class is presented by local non-profit Alzheimer's San Diego and pre-registration is REQUIRED. If you would like to learn more, please visit here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

What can I as an individual know? What seems out of reach? In fact, how does “knowing” come about? In everyday life, one faces such questions constantly. One is perplexed by events, by the opinions of others, with deciding how to act in circumstances with immediate or more long-term implications. In contrast, other moments can feel immediately “right”. There’s no friction. Living in this world of disrupted comfort, we seek perspective. KNOWING / NOT KNOWING is an 80-minute musical work for narrator, recorded actors, live and filmed performers, projected imagery, San Diego’s SACRA/PROFANA Chorus, and 8-channel sound movement. The work’s text has nine sections spanning Infancy and Individuation through Communality and Knowledge. Its text draws from more than two dozen sources ranging from ancient Persian and Indian wisdom, through the contemporary voices of Chinua Achebe, Wallace Stevens, James Baldwin, Simone Weil, Albert Camus, Toni Morrison, Carlo Rovelli, David Brooks, Amanda Gorman and many others. Although their perspectives span time and arise from the living of contrasted lives, the composite weave feels natural: many voices speaking as one about the lives we all lead. “Trust implies a willingness to depend upon another.” … “Compassion is a miracle more astonishing than walking on water.” … “Make yourself into an agent – consistent, unified and whole.” … “Every human being is a miracle.” For more information visit: parkandmarket.ucsd.edu Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Casa Familiar’s groundbreaking 'Invisible Traditions' is part of the Official Calendar of World Design Capital San Diego-Tijuana 2024. Invisible Traditions marks the first Dia de la Mujer (International Women's Day) exhibition hosted binationally in Tijuana and San Diego. It highlights Black, Indigenous, and People of Color women and non-binary designers and artists from both sides of the border who use their creativity to bring hidden practices, beliefs, and customs to light. Curated by Katalina Silva and Arzu Ozkal, Invisible Traditions focuses on how certain socio-cultural practices could fade into obscurity or become less visible in everyday life, despite their significance. These practices contribute to a sense of belonging among members of groups that are marginalized and subject to inequality. Invisible Traditions is a critical reflection on how design choices can perpetuate harmful stereotypes and support oppressive systems. The exhibition challenges designers to consider the ethical implications of their work, urging them to question embedded narratives, symbols, and messages. For more information visit: thefront.casafamiliar.org Stay Connected on Instagram and Facebook

'Distorted Thoughts' is a solo exhibition by Muse, exploring the human psyche and its intricacies in an attempt to understand and accept ourselves and ultimately, humanity. Muse communicates through various mediums such as photography, embroidery, performance art, interactive installation, and clothing. This body of work explores the human psyche through the use of symbolism in fashion, photography, and performance art. It aims to guide and invite the viewer to delve into their own emotional state. In doing so, the viewer is able to confront the spectrum of self. About the artist Muse is a Mexican American multidisciplinary artist who specializes in fashion and storytelling. The sewing machine is Muse’s paintbrush, and clothing is her canvas. With an extensive background in both subconscious and conscious exploration, as well as intensive philosophical and psychological study, Muse has developed a method to invoke visceral truly unique and powerful artistic vision. Through her work, Muse creates a transformative space that encourages the viewer to explore their inner worlds and embark on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance.

Come chat with artist Lewis deSoto about Conquest, now installed at the San Diego Automotive Museum. With his automotive-based sculpture Conquest (2004), artist Lewis deSoto examines the relationship between his Cahuilla background and his distant ancestor (conquistador Hernando de Soto) within the context of the automotive industry, which in its branding appropriates terms, imagery, and aesthetics related to the brutal conquest of the Americas. Conquest subtly interrogates the mythologies and identities of Southern California through the lens of midcentury capitalism. Per Mr. deSoto, "Conquest is a project to trace the ironic threads of DeSoto: automobile, conquistador, myself and our culture. It proposes that the metaphor of history is a set of divergent parallel universes in which to traverse and communicate with." SDAM invites you to learn more about this amazing work at our first event in the Curator Talks series. For more information visit: engage.sdautomuseum.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The Greater San Diego Music Coterie, directed by Dr. Angela Yeung, presents its first concert for the sping season, featuring the Greater San Diego Chamber Orchestra and soprano Emily Ortlieb. Program includes the Spring Festival Overture by Chinese composer Li Huanzhi's ( 李焕之 ), Bells of Spring by San Diego composer Adam Tedeschi, and arias and art songs by Rossini, Donizetti, and Faure. All Saints Episcopal Church offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Registered audience receive directions to free parking. Admission is free with free-will donation at the performance. Donation via Venmo, Zelle, or by check can be tax deductible. Visit https://gsdmusicoterie.org/all-events/ for updates.

World Chamber Jazz Ensemble Quarteto Nuevo merges Western classical, eastern European folk, Latin and jazz with an organic feel that packs a wallop! For this special concert, the group will be joined by Grammy Award-winning Jazz Pianist and Arranger Bill Cunliffe. In addition to their world fusion program, they will performing new movements from their Jazz Road Suite (Western States) commissioned by South Arts, and works by Bill Cunliffe. These master musicians create emotionally charged soundscapes with instruments and sensibilities that represent very different world cultures. Damon Zick, soprano saxophone; Kenton Youngstrom, guitar; Jacob Szekely, cello; Felipe Fraga, percussion; Bill Cunliffe, piano