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President Trump has made major changes at the Kennedy Center this year, ousting the board chair and president, and naming himself host of the organization's yearly awards show.

La Jolla Playhouse premieres a musical adaptation of Mike Nichols' 1988 hit film, with music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper.

"If you close your eyes, you might wake up inside the movie, unstuck from time yourself." — New York Times A ghostly train journey on a forgotten branch line transports a son, Jozef, visiting his dying Father in a remote Galician Sanatorium. Upon arrival, Jozef finds the Sanatorium entirely moribund and run by a dubious Doctor Gotard, who tells him that his father’s death, the death that has struck him in his country, has not yet occurred and that here they are always late by a certain interval of time of which the length cannot be defined. Jozef will come to realize that the Sanatorium is a floating world halfway between sleep and wakefulness and that time and events cannot be measured in any tangible form. A stop-motion/live-action masterpiece inspired by the works of Jewish-Polish author and artist Bruno Schulz, this personal passion project is the first feature by the Brothers Quay since "The Piano Tuner of Earthquakes" (2005) nearly 20 years ago. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

In 2023, we interviewed them to see how the Israel-Hamas war was affecting their ability to feel compassion and empathy. In the wake of the ceasefire this fall, we followed up. What's changed?

San Diego's East Village art house cinema screens a restored grindhouse thriller and a pair of Akira Kurosawa classics this month.

The Zac Brown Band's first five albums hit #1 on the Billboard Country Charts. Their latest is Love & Fear.

This fall, Soulful artist Sarah Lightman will be joining Jimmy Pearson for a mini tour in Southern California. "The tour is focused on community, and how we empower each other through connection and meaningful interaction. This past year has carried a lot of difficult ups and downs in Southern California, and we aim to bring a bit of so-cal sunshine back to the coast. Join us for an unforgettable night of soulful live music - I’ll be bringing the band too!" Shows: October 25 @ The DoubleTree Hotel; San Diego, CA October 30 @ LaBoom; Chula Vista, CA Get Tickets: https://www.sarah-lightman.com/ **About Sarah Lightman:**
Sarah Lightman is an acclaimed singer-songwriter known for their heartfelt lyrics, soulful vocals, and captivating stage presence. With a unique blend of soul, folk, and pop influences, Sarah Lightman has quickly garnered attention for their honest storytelling and emotive performances. Her voice is most often compared to those of Amy Winehouse, Corrine Bailey Rae, Sara Bareilles, and Adele. Sarah Lightman on Facebook / Instagram

Lang Lang is a leading figure in classical music today—as a pianist, educator, and philanthropist, he has become one of the world’s most influential and committed ambassadors for the arts in the 21st century. Equally happy playing for billions of viewers at the 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony in Beijing, the 2020 Dubai EXPO Opening Ceremony, the 2024 Reopening of Notre Dame in Paris, or just for a few hundred children in public schools, he is a master of communicating through music. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/lang-lang-3/ Lang Lang on Instagram and Facebook

Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia said they were pulling out of the contest after organizers decided to allow Israel to continue to compete, despite tensions over its conduct in Gaza.

The 4th annual Birdstock Music Festival & Artisan Market transforms a closed-down La Jolla Boulevard in the seaside neighborhood of Bird Rock into a day-long street festival celebrating music and community. Admission is FREE for all ages! This year is bigger than ever, featuring appearances from San Diego's premier bands, artisans, community organizations and merchants. BirdStock will feature: • Five Stages of Live Music • Pelican Disco Dance Tent featuring Live DJs • Artisan Market — Over 70 curated booths for shopping • Wine & Beer Garden — Located by the main stage • Culinary Offerings & Food Trucks • Kids’ Zone including New Wave Youth Stage • Pet Parade and Costume Contest • Local Civic & Nonprofit Booths — to engage with community initiatives and projects This year, family-friendly offerings include a visit from the Mission Control bus, a pumpkin patch to prepare for Halloween, Halloween costume photography, a STEM area, flower bar, dunk tank, tennis/pickleball court, Book Nook, a hat bar, and more! A portion of proceeds from this year’s event benefits Bird Rock’s beloved neighborhood school, Bird Rock Elementary. BirdStock Music Festival offers a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy this charming La Jolla neighborhood during a day filled with music, fun and community spirit. For more information, please visit BirdStockMusicFestival.com. BirdStock Music Festival & Artisan Market on Instagram