Search results for

If there's any justice in the world, a Barbie songwriter will take home this statue.

The song is many things: comforting, manipulative, cathartic, a little threatening. Most importantly, it is a vessel, which empties out at the chorus to accommodate whatever a listener brings to it.

More than 60% of San Diego voters said yes to Measure H. The approval allows the city to open parks and rec facilities to childcare businesses. Plus, the San Diego City Council is considering new regulations to protect renters. Council President Sean Elo-Rivera says part of what motivates him to help others is his own experience with eviction. Later, some takeaways from the the midterm election. And, California voters’ approval of Proposition 28 guarantees as much as $1billion from the state budget every school year for arts education without raising taxes. Later, Mexican artist Hugo Crosthwaite is being honored this weekend in Washington DC. His portrait of Dr. Anthony Fauci, head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, was unveiled at the National Portrait Gallery Thursday. And finally, the Coronado Island Film Festival kicked off its 7th year Wednesday with “Empire of Light” at the Village Theater. Film critic Leonard Maltin returns to host the festival's Industry Awards at the Hotel del Coronado’s Crown Room.

Pancho Gonzalez: Warrior of the Court. The story of arguably the greatest tennis player in the history of tennis. In partnership with Sherman Heights Community Center and California Arts Council, on March 2, Cine en Sherman presents "Courting A Warrior: The Pancho Gonzalez Story," a film by Danny Haro and Ernesto Quintero This is the story of one of America’s first sports superstars. He didn’t possess the necessary bloodlines of his sport, nor did he possess the “All American” look and background. But women loved him, men were drawn to his hoodlum appeal and his opponents dreaded playing him. Join us for the Q&A with the filmmakers after the festival! RSVP NOW

Trotter, aka Black Thought, reflects on his childhood in Philly, his decades-long friendship with Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson and his life as a musician. Trotter's new memoir is The Upcycled Self.

“It’s the holidays. Keep murder in the family,” suggests "The Dangerous Christmas," the newest comedy-thriller from master storyteller and nationally published playwright, Charles Carr. Inspired by actual events, a mysterious antique and the man determined to possess it by any means pull a group of friends into a decades-old intrigue that turns their world upside down and threatens their very lives. "The Dangerous Christmas" deftly blends a challenging mystery that will keep you guessing with wry humor and a heartfelt message about the meaning of the season. The accomplished cast is complemented with colorful sets and a full musical score and sound effects. We think "The Dangerous Christmas" just might become one of your holiday favorites! Shows run: Thursday, Dec. 15 (7-9 p.m.) Friday, Dec. 16 (7-9 p.m.) Saturday, Dec. 17 (7-9 p.m.) Sunday, Dec. 18 (2-4 p.m.) Thursday, Dec. 22 (7-9 p.m.) Friday, Dec. 23 (7-9 p.m.) California Center for the Arts Escondido Studio 1 Theatre. Tickets are priced $14 (seniors, military, student) and $18 (general). California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook

Computer scientist Joy Buolamwini warns that facial recognition technology is riddled with the biases of its creators. She is the author of Unmasking AI and founder of the Algorithmic Justice League.

Cinema Junkie chronicles a century of Black cinema, from silent films to superheroes and beyond.

From the organizers: Second encore night added: Tickets have sold so quickly that we've decided to add a second "encore" concert.... Panama 66 presents: Gilbert Castellanos Encore Album Release Concert At the San Diego Museum of Art - Copley Auditorium With the Young Lions TICKETS: $45 General Admission San Diego’s Jazz Godfather, Trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos, in conjunction with Panama 66 and the San Diego Museum of Art, present a live performance listen party of his first full album as a leader in over a decade Gilbert Castellanos’ new release, Espérame en el Cielo, set for release on December 17th, is his first album in over a decade, capping a hiatus from recording as a band leader since the stage soundtrack Federal Jazz Project. For this album, Castellanos guides listeners on a musical journey through trials and triumphs, through the personal battles, victories and miracles that have affected his career and life. Featuring culturally significant Latin tunes, as well as homages to family and friendship, near career-ending tragedies and more, the album serves as a timeline and Thank You to his entire fanbase for the love and support offered him during times of difficulty and transition. With veteran pianist Joshua White arranging, the album also features Christopher Hollyday on Sax, Tyler Kreutel on drums and offers bassist John Murray’s first performance on an album. The performance of the album, a special engagement in the Copley Auditorium at The San Diego Museum of Art, will feature the recording band with the exception of John Murray. Embellishing the auditorium for these events will be the addition of a professional sound and lighting team. SEATING: Seating will be general admission. DOORS: 6:30pm YOUNG LIONS: 7-7:30pm GILBERT: 8pm-9:30pm KITCHEN: The kitchen will not be open for this show. No food allowed. BAR: Bar will be open until 8pm (we request everyone to remain seated during show) PLEASE NOTE: Seats are general admission. Each purchase is for one single, general admission seat. 16-up, no children. No pets. No refunds/exchanges. Thanks, Panama 66 Related links: Panama 66 on Instagram Gilbert Castellanos on Instagram

Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS App. Born into slavery in 1853, Bill Traylor spent most of his life working the land in rural Alabama. He began drawing and painting in his later years, often with found materials. This film, by Jeffrey Wolf and Daphne McWilliams, is a compelling narrative about a man who, despite the hardships of legalized racism, produced a body of work exhibited in today's leading museums and collections worldwide.