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From San Diego Ballet: San Diego Ballet announces "The Jungle Book," a thrilling blend of ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and giant puppets, at Kroc Center’s Joan B Kroc Theatre on Wednesday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m. Rudyard Kipling’s beloved tale of friendship comes to life in this fantastic jungle adventure. This colorful production breathes new life into beloved childhood characters, making the adventures of Mowgli and his animal pals thrilling for kids of all ages and adults, too! "When we work on family-friendly pieces, it is important that we try to do something that has some sort of frame of reference for children,” said Javier Velasco, San Diego Ballet Artistic Director. “'The Jungle Book' with its message of diversity and friendship not only fits our mission well, but the fact that many of the main characters are animals goes to some wonderful dance opportunities.” Join Mowgli and his animal pals as they tumble through the jungle, get wrapped up in the coils of Kaa, the snake, and fight off the menacing Sher Khan, the tiger. Along with traditional ballet, San Diego Ballet’s "The Jungle Book" features hip-hop dancers as orangutans and giant elephant puppets that blend perfectly into the fabric of the piece along with its fun jazzy score. San Diego Ballet’s "The Jungle Book" will take place at the Kroc Center’s Joan B Kroc Theatre on Wednesday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15-$35 and can be purchased online. Senior, military, and student discounts are also available. For more information on "The Jungle Book" and other San Diego Ballet performances, visit www.sandiegoballet.org. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

From the organizers: Come see this special Halloween concert and silent movie with the “Phantom of the Opera,” accompanied by the Spreckels Pipe Organ, the largest open air musical instrument in the world! The event will begin with a pre-concert talk with the artists at 5:30 p.m., along with a silent auction and games. At 6:00 p.m., Victoria Robertson, soprano, and Bernardo Bermúdez, tenor, will sing excerpts from the popular Broadway show, “Phantom of the Opera.” At 6:30 p.m., the 1925 “Phantom of the Opera” silent movie will be portrayed on a big screen atop the Spreckels Organ Pavilion stage, accompanied by Mark Herman, organist. Follow on social media: Facebook + Instagram

From the organizers: You don’t just see an Alvin Ailey performance, you feel it. Since its now-fabled performance in 1958 at the 92nd Street Y in New York City, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has grown from a small group of African American dancers to a revolutionary company that transcends barriers and celebrates the African American cultural experience. In 2008, a U.S. Congressional resolution designated the company as “a vital American cultural ambassador to the world.” Under the decade-long leadership of its visionary artistic director, Robert Battle, the company continues to honor the monumental legacy of its founder, while expanding the Ailey repertory and developing the next generation of choreographers. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will perform a program including Ailey’s masterpiece Revelations.

This American bluegrass/American roots GRAMMY award-winning duo has put their passion for the outdoors at the heart of their children’s music. A five-time Parent’s Choice Award winner, they have garnered praise from the likes of NPR’s All Things Considered and USA Today, and have been called “two of family music’s best songwriters.” The Okee Dokee Brothers come to San Diego this spring, as part of La Jolla Music Society's ConRAD Kids Series. Date | Saturday, May 5 at 3 p.m. Location | The Baker-Baum Concert Hall at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center Get tickets here! Adult admission: $28 Child admission: $18 For more information, please visit ljms.org/events/okee-dokee-brothers or call (858) 459-3728.

Premieres Friday, Nov. 4, 2022 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. on KPBS 2 / PBS Video App. Celebrate this newly reopened home of the New York Philharmonic with a performance of Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” conducted by the NYPhil’s Music Director Jaap van Zweden along with a world premiere by Puerto Rican composer Angélica Negrón.

The San Diego International Fringe Festival returns to Balboa Park for 2023 — here's how to take it all in.

Join us for our monthly Movie Club events where we have riveting discussions about French-speaking films and their profound messages. In celebration of la fête de Saint-Valentin or Valentine’s day, we will be reviewing a Canne Film Festival award-winning movie Portrait de la jeune fille en feu. About the film: It is a romantic story of forbidden love that takes place in 18th century France and highlights the significance of equality and art in a loving relationship. Watch the film before the event in order to have special insight into our exciting conversations. J’espère vous voir tous bientôt! Date | Sunday, February 13 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Location | Online Get tickets here! Free member admission. Non-member admission is $5 per person. Adults only. This event is brought to you by Alliance Française San Diego. For more information, please visit eventbrite.com/e/movie-night-with-riley-tickets or contact the Alliance Française San Diego at bureau@afsandiego.org.

Jill Riggs never thought she'd come back to Julian or go into business with her parents, let alone live with them again.

From the organizers: Join NYU Acting alum and spirituality consultant Laura Lapointe for a one-person-show that will make you feel better about your life no matter how much you’ve messed up, are messed up, or will mess up. Through candid stories, raw honesty, and unexpected revelations, Laura shares a combination of absurdly funny moments and poignant messages that will leave you with hope that things aren’t over yet. Your ticket includes a reception at 6:30 p.m. with light refreshments and an opportunity to view and purchase paintings and photography by Todd Hill. A portion of tickets sales will go to A Step Beyond, which provides free dance classes and academic and family support to underserved youth.

In recent years, social justice movements have affected U.S. newsrooms. In a 12,000-word essay, New York Times publisher A.G. Sulzberger argues journalism must be free of personal ideology.