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Go behind the scenes and into the wonderfully chaotic world of opera as Opera A la Carte San Diego presents Donizetti's hilarious comedy, "Viva la Mamma!" Set during rehearsals for a new opera, this delightful farce follows an eccentric cast of divas, ambitious singers, flustered directors, and one unforgettable stage mother as rehearsals spiral hilariously out of control. Filled with sparkling melodies, witty ensembles, and laugh-out-loud theatrical mishaps, Viva la Mamma! affectionately pokes fun at the larger-than-life personalities who make opera possible—both onstage and off. Directed by Adam Cioffari with Music Direction by Carl Pantle, Opera À la Carte San Diego's production features an outstanding cast of local and international artists, bringing this rarely performed comic gem to life with warmth, humor, and dazzling vocal performances. Whether you're a lifelong opera enthusiast or attending your very first opera, "Viva la Mamma!" is an entertaining evening of comedy, beautiful music, and backstage mayhem that everyone can enjoy. September 18 &19, 2026 at 7 p.m. September 20, 2026 at 3 p.m. Light Box Theater at Liberty Station

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“I am big; it’s the operas that got small!” Cinballera Entertainment’s Season 4 continues with a switch after their grand operatic opening. Now, they’re returning to their roots with an intimate, innovative new show that seamlessly blends their three specialties – Cinema. Ballet. Opera. The Oscar-winning classic “Sunset Boulevard” tells the haunting tale of a faded silent film star who weaves an embittered writer into her web of celluloid fantasy. Now, Cinballera brings this 1950 masterpiece to life anew on the stage as an original ballopera, blending operatic singing, classical dancing, and classic film scores. Old Hollywood style meets modern film technology to create an immersive visual experience in San Diego’s historic Old Town Theatre. Captivating visuals, a thrilling story, understandable sung and spoken words, and a multitalented cast of five will pull you into this unforgettable ballopera. Our stars are ready for their closeup; are you?

Come hear the Avanti Flute Choir perform well-known works by Leonard Cohen, Elton John, John Williams and more!! From bass flute to piccolo come be entertained by this vibrant group! Free reception to follow. Avanti Flute Choir on Facebook

Join us at the historic Mission Theatre in Fallbrook for a special screening of "Fallbrook – A Village of Trees and Tree Heroes," a documentary exploring the legacy of community-driven conservation efforts that have shaped the town’s identity for over three decades. The film highlights the work of local volunteers and organizations who have planted thousands of trees, transforming Fallbrook into the “Village of Trees,” while reflecting on broader themes of civic engagement, stewardship, and the role of community in shaping place. A post-screening conversation will follow, offering attendees the opportunity to engage with the filmmakers and learn more about the ongoing work behind these efforts. This event is open to the public and intended for audiences of all ages interested in local history, conservation, and community storytelling. Visit: https://www.fallbrookland.org/

Writer-director David Robert Mitchell knows what he's doing: this movie is silly, scary, and over-the-top all at once.

02. Paint-Focused Mixed Media (Ages 6–12) Sarah Ekedal Monday–Friday, 9–11:30 a.m. June 8–12 (5 days, 12.5 hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio $210/$230 +$20 materials fee paid to instructor We will work on a new project each day exploring oil pastels, watercolor, acrylics, collage, and mask-making. Learners will be directed based on technical and social-emotional skills—while also being given freedom to personalize each finished piece. Sarah Ekedal, Art Coordinator at Grant UTK–8 Elementary in Mission Hills, specializes in creating art projects that connect young artists with the broader community. While teaching art at Grant, Sarah coordinates numerous young art displays in the community, including the coordination of the production of 70 hand-painted banners for the annual Colors on Canvas Banners contest. She partnered with the New Children’s Museum to implement their Social Emotional Learning Through Art curriculum. Previously, Sarah was the art coordinator at Lindbergh-Schweitzer Elementary (now Clairemont Canyons Academy) and taught at Clay for Kids. Max students: 12 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Verbatim Books is bringing something new to North Park. Beginning this year, the North Park Community Fair will take place on the first Saturday of every month, transforming North Park Way from 29th Street to Ray Street into a rotating, community-centered street fair. Each month will feature a different theme designed to highlight the creativity, small businesses, and people that make North Park and San Diego so special. From creator and art fairs to community reading days, swap meets, and our much-loved Mini Book Fair and full North Park Book Fair, this ongoing series is about connection, collaboration, and celebrating the neighborhood we call home. We’re kicking things off with the return of one of last year’s most popular events: North Park Community Fair – Creator Fair Brought to you by Verbatim Books in collaboration with Visual Art Supply The Creator Fair is an all day celebration of local creativity, spotlighting artists, makers, small presses, zine creators, crafters, and independent creatives from across San Diego, with priority given to North Park–based creators. This year, we’re growing the fair with even more creators, making it bigger, more vibrant, and more representative of the diverse creative community around us. Verbatim Books on Facebook / Instagram

Gershwin in Vienna Concert-Lecture presented by Levi Hammer, piano Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Levi Hammer’s solo piano album "Gershwin in Vienna" brings together his American roots and his current life in Europe, where he has lived for the last decade. The historical and musical connections between Gershwin, Schoenberg, Berg, and Webern are fascinating but rarely explored beyond a tantalizing footnote. At the Athenaeum, Hammer will play much of the album and speak about the musical parallels between Gershwin and the Viennese modernist masters. Paintings by Gershwin and Schoenberg—both accomplished painters!—will accompany Hammer’s performance of their music. In addition, the composers’ Californian connection will be highlighted in a short film shot on Gershwin’s own tennis court in Los Angeles in the 1930s—right where their legendary tennis matches took place. This program is also an artistic and personal self-portrait of Hammer himself as he describes growing from a child of the Great American Songbook to a conductor and pianist wrestling with the rigorous beauties of the Second Viennese School. Levi Hammer; photo credit: Denislav Matzel About Levi Hammer: Known for his remarkable range and versatility, Levi Hammer performs regularly as both a conductor and pianist. He has conducted orchestras across the United States and Europe, and his repertoire encompasses more than 70 operas. Additionally, he has prepared acclaimed operatic productions for major conductors, including Lorin Maazel, Simon Rattle, Zubin Mehta, and Gustavo Dudamel. Besides the standard repertoire, Hammer is an accomplished performer of both Baroque and contemporary music. As a pianist, he appears as a concerto soloist, chamber musician, and art song collaborator, and he has frequently performed Bach’s Well-Tempered Clavier and Aaron Copland’s complete music for piano. “Where words fail, music speaks.” — Hans Christian Andersen Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Supervisors voted earlier this week to end license agreements allowing CBP and ICE to train at the facility. Sheriff Kelly Martinez is pushing back on part of the decision.