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San Diego Civic Youth Ballet presents the 17th Annual "Fairy Tales in the Park" at the Casa del Prado Theater in Balboa Park on August 16 & 17. A whimsical, interactive dance experience for families and audiences of all ages, this beloved tradition is directed by SDCYB Artistic Director Danika Pramik-Holdaway and narrated by a professional storyteller. "Fairy Tales in the Park" features interactive activities including an enchanted forest in the lobby, a chance to meet the dancers following the performance, and more. Proceeds benefit the SDCYB Scholarship Fund, with more information by visiting www.sdcyb.org or calling 619-259-0220. San Diego Civic Youth Ballet on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Beauty and Beyond”, juried by award-winning artist, Sean Barrett. The water-based media exhibition runs Mar 30 - Apr 26, 2025 at our Gallery in The Arts District Liberty Station. The free Opening Reception is Friday, Apr 4, 5-8 pm with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Weds-Sun, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Visit: https://www.sdws.org/shows.php?ID=24 San Diego Watercolor Society on Instagram and Facebook

Mark your calendar for this season’s cant-miss Summer Concert Series at Moonshine Beach, located in Pacific Beach! Get ready for honky-tonk, high energy vibes and boot-stomping fun all night long with a show-stopping lineup hitting the stage on June 20, July 3, and September 11! Silverada with Todd Day Wait | Friday, June 20 | Moonshine Beach Straight out of Austin, Texas, Silverada is bringing their signature new traditional country sound to Pacific Beach! With crowd-favorite tracks like You Look Good In Neon, Hour on the Hour, and Smoke ‘em If You Got ‘em and special guest Todd Day Wait, this is one show country fans won’t want to miss. General admission starts at $18.43—grab your tickets here. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Lakeview with Austin G | Thursday, July 3 | Moonshine Beach Blending rock edge with country grit, Pittsburgh-bred duo Lakeview is going to tear the stage up with hits that will keep the energy high all night! Joining them is rising artist Austin G, with alt-pop country bangers that bring a fresh sound to the game. Tickets are $18.43—snag yours here. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tyler Rich | Thursday, September 11 | Moonshine Beach Born in northern California and raised on country classics, Tyler Rich is a refreshing talent who blends West Coast ease with Nashville twang. With heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies, this unforgettable show is made for singalongs and dancing the night away. Grab your tickets for $18.43 here – doors open at 8 p.m. Moonshine Beach on Facebook / Instagram

Since Trump abruptly ousted Kennedy Center leadership and became its board chair, artists have canceled shows and subscription sales are down.

A new book from local award-winning author Matt de la Peña asks readers to think about the idea of "home" a little differently. Plus, a preview of the San Diego Latino Film Festival. We end the show with a look ahead at things to do in San Diego this weekend.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with the PBS app. Examine a complex, talented, and passionate photographer, illuminating the fortitude it takes to be an outsider documenting outsiders. As is necessary in this moment, this film also probes the question of “who can tell whose story?” while spotlighting an overlooked, but richly deserving artist.

Anna Wintour is leaving her post as American Vogue's editor-in-chief after 37 years — but she's not retiring. She will remain a global force at Condé Nast as a new era begins for the magazine.

Special Event in honor of Juneteenth on June 19 from 6-9 p.m., more info forthcoming! Oolong Presents “Sun Goin' Down” A Debut Solo Exhibition by 2025 UCSD MFA Graduate John Singletary June 6 to 25, 2025 This powerful body of work, four years in the making, introduces Singletary’s haunting, symbolic, and deeply personal paintings to the public for the first time. Singletary’s painting practice delves into memory and myth. Drawing from Biblical and Classical tales, Southern folklore, his family’s spiritual lineage, and the subconscious, the artist channels a visual language steeped in longing, pain, and transformation. His work explores themes of death, love, and fear, and reanimates the sacred and the subconscious through ritualized technique and iconographic reference. “My aim is to make paintings that create a separation from the self and its fears or desires, creating space for thinking.” In “Sun Goin' Down,” Singletary’s technique and process becomes part of the meaning. Through methods such as sgraffito, sfumato, sanding, and scraping, the surface of each canvas evokes a kind of resurrection—a cycle of death and rebirth in oil and pigment. “In moments where I render carefully, there is longing. In moments where I have sanded the canvas bare, a subconscious death has occurred.” Singletary explores Christianity as both salvation and trauma, magic and evil. His paintings pulse with the ghost-like presence of those who came before, and the spiritual residue of Southern Black life. “Painting is alive—a deity that brings the dead back to life and allows what is absent to appear present.” “Sun Goin’ Down” refuses easy categorization. The works are both confession and apparition, echo and invocation. Rich in symbolism yet elusive in narrative, these paintings ask to be felt more than explained. They speak in the language of dreams—where trauma is transfigured into image, and gesture becomes truth. Join us at Oolong Gallery for this artist whose work is already pulsating with the intensity of a masterful voice. Gallery Hours: Wednesday–Saturday from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | appointments recommended w/ wider availability Instagram

Experience the vibrant energy of Endea Owens and the Cookout, a dynamic ensemble led by the exceptionally talented bassist Endea Owens. Their performances are a joyful fusion of jazz, soul, and global influences, creating a feel-good atmosphere that captivates audiences. Owens, known for her commanding stage presence and masterful playing, often takes center stage with riveting bass solos, while the band members shine with compelling instrumental riffs and uplifting vocal harmonies. The Cookout’s performances are more than just a concert; they are an experience that leaves audiences feeling inspired and connected. Endea Owens’ exceptional talent and impact have garnered significant recognition. She is a recipient of an Emmy, a GRAMMY Award, and a George Foster Peabody Award. In 2019, she was hailed as an Emerging Artist by Jazz at Lincoln Center. Owens has also been commissioned to compose for prestigious ensembles such as the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, where she served as the 2023 MAC Music Innovator. Her debut album, "Feel Good Music," released in 2023, has further solidified her position as a rising star in the jazz world. Endea Owens on Instagram / Youtube

As part of OTC at the Brooks’ new film series, Movies at The Brooks, "Jesus Christ Superstar" kicks off the lineup with two free screenings on Easter Sunday at 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. With the support of a generous grant from Las Patronas, OTC is proud to bring cinema back to the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA), now equipped with a state-of-the-art screen and projector. Jesus Christ Superstar is a 1973 American musical historical drama directed by Norman Jewison and co-written by Jewison and Melvyn Bragg. Based on the 1970 concept album by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, the film stars Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson, Yvonne Elliman, and Barry Dennen. It explores the conflict between Judas and Jesus and the emotional complexity of the final week leading up to the crucifixion. Reserve your seat at OceansideTheatre.org.