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Stream now with the PBS app / Watch Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. As the Ice Age glaciers melted, prehistoric Europe bloomed with surprisingly sophisticated art. From Ireland to France, Scotland to the Greek Isles, we traverse that mystical world of mighty megaliths, torchlit cave paintings, magical goddesses, and wrinkled bog people. We stand in awe as a massive tomb is radiated by a dramatic beam of sunlight and listen to ritual horns that still play today.

In the play by A. M. Dolan, Clapp portrays Frost, a native Californian, as the famed poet "bards around" the country, speaking to thousands at the height of his enduring popularity. The production blends Frost’s poetry, speeches, and conversations to offer a multidimensional portrait of the iconic American writer and four-time Pulitzer-Prize winner. Clapp, perhaps best known for playing detective Greg Medavoy in the12-season TV drama "NYPD Blue," "embodies the poet's joy and mischievous sense of humor," said the Boston Globe. The play is being produced by poet and Frost authority Robert Bernard Hass, executive director of the Robert Frost Society, and Rancho Santa Fe poet and Frost scholar Jim Hurley, associate director of the society. "We are thrilled to join with North Coast Rep to bring this superb production to San Diego for the first time," said Hass. "Those who know and revere Robert Frost will find him again in their midst through Gordon’s impeccable portrayal; others will meet a timeless Frost for the first time and fall for his irresistible mind and charm." The event will mark the latest in a series of recent collaborations by the Frost Society to present the California-born poet's work in three successive artistic genres: poetry, music, and drama The series launched in March 2024 with a four-day celebration of the poet's sesquicentennial year that drew hundreds of Frost lovers to hear ten of America's premier poets, including Pulitzer Prize-winner Tracy K. Smith. The following November, the Society collaborated with the San Diego Master Chorale in its interpretation of Randall Thompson's Frostiana, a composition based on seven of Frost's most beloved poems. The multi-venue events drew an estimated audience of 1,000. "This Verse Business" will run November 3 and 4 at 7:30 p.m. at North Coast Rep: 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075. To Purchase tickets to This Verse Business call (858) 481-1055 or visit www.northcoastrep.org. Tickets are $45. Senior, Military and Student discounts are available. North Coast Repertory Theatre on Facebook / Instagram

No one knows exactly when Gramma was born. But if the estimated birth year of 1884 is accurate, Chester Arthur occupied the Oval Office and there were only 39 states at the time.

California utilities regulators are bringing down “return on equity” payments to power company shareholders. It’s the lowest profit margin in 20 years for PG&E and Southern California Edison, but will be hard to notice in your payments.

Blue jeans, dusty boots, and the sound of live music are back with the final show in North City's free outdoor concert series, North City LIVE, on October 25 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Music by Eras will be performing "The Heartland," an all-American celebration of classic rock, folk and Americana, capturing the sounds of denim, dust and dreams. The evening will include era-inspired decor, games, and a lively dance area, with attendees encouraged to dress the part and bring lawn chairs, denim jackets and dancing shoes. Before and during the event, the streets of North City will be alive with activity. Concertgoers can stroll the walkable neighborhood, explore inviting public spaces and colorful artwork and choose from a lineup of local eateries like A Lo Fresco, Buona Forchetta, Maya’s Cookies, Wynston’s Ice Cream, Milonga Empanadas, Draft Republic, and more. For more information, visit https://www.northcity.com/ or follow North City on Instagram @northcitysandiego.

Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV. The "All New Rock, Pop and Doo Wop" full-length performances include: Johnny Maestro, The Duprees, Jay Back, Little Anthony and The Imperials, Ronnie Spector, Frankie Valli, Jerry Butler and many more artists from the '50s and '60s.

The sudden pullback of NEA funding — after money was already spent — is shaking confidence across San Diego's dance world and forcing organizations to rethink programming.

BYR’s Award-Winning Production Outstanding New Musical *Winner* 2017 SD Critics Circle Headed to Broadway! "Tarrytown" by Adam Wachter starring Bryan Banville, Kay Marian McNellen & Tom Zohar (The original cast in their award-winning production!) PART LOVE STORY. PARY LEGEND. HEADS WILL ROLL. In Tarrytown, Ichabod befriends married couple Katrina and Brom. Their unexpected new bond forces each of them to confront ghosts from the past as they gallop toward an unfamiliar and uncertain future. This world premiere musical reimagines a classic American fable. Part romance, part bromance, "Tarrytown" as a surprisingly modern love story. Backyard Renaissance invites our friends back to see the beloved production that first garnered the company recognition in a two-night only staged reading. Just in time for spooky season, the little-musical-that-could will brighten your October and make you fall in love with Ichabod Crane, all over again. Visit: "Tarrytown" Backyard Renaissance Theatre on Instagram and Facebook

San Diego’s biggest vegan night market. Presented by Viridian Productions and hosted at AleSmith Brewing Company on the 1st Friday of every month. Fun Games | Family-Friendly | Dogs Welcome Indulge in an epic assortment of eats and treats, including Pizza, Tacos, Sushi, Donuts, Chick’n Sandwiches, Dumplings, Mulitas, Potato Croquettes, Tamales, Noodles, Cinnamon Rolls, Cali Burritos, and so much more. In between bites, shop a curated selection of local products, crafts and services. The San Diego Vegan Night Market is located at AleSmith Brewing Company, an expansive indoor and outdoor venue that features several seating areas, fire pits, golf simulators, ax throwing and games. It’s the perfect spot to gather and share food, drinks and good times. Stop by the A Way Home For Dogs booth to meet adoptable pups and to learn about fostering and other volunteer opportunities. This is a rain or shine event. PARKING: There is a free parking lot onsite and free street parking nearby. Vegan Food Popup Events by Viridian Productions are FREE monthly markets that showcase the best sustainable food, products and services in SoCal, featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-diego-vegan-night-market-tickets-1672177260199 Vegan Food Popup Events by Viridian Productions on Instagram and Facebook

Come experience the diversity of stories all told on the timely theme of rebellion. Members of Storytellers of San Diego will regale all with personal, historical, folkloric and literary tales--live and up close in an intimate and arts-filled atmosphere. Bastille Day may be the jumping off point, with a torrent of tales to follow-- inspired and unleashed. The personal is political. Hosted by author and storyteller, David Schmidt, with storytelling colleagues to aid and abet. Enjoy divine java and other barista drinks. Best for adults and ages 12 and up. Visit: https://www.storytellersofsandiego.org/