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Lane is nominated for a Tony for his portrayal of Arthur Miller's iconic salesman: "When people come back and talk about it, if they're not weeping, they're saying things like, 'You were my father.'"

An internal Immigration and Customs Enforcement memo obtained by The Associated Press states immigration officers can now forcibly enter people’s homes without a judge’s warrant. That marks a dramatic shift that could upend the legal advice given to immigrants for decades.

Homelessness prevention shows promising results in California, as advocates push to spread it statewide and nationally.

Have you ever attended a live podcast recording? Join podcast host Anthony Thomas for a live podcast session and conversation with special guest, teenage jazz prodigy and composer, Kahlil Childs for the podcast, "A Long Way from the Block." "A Long Way from the Block" features conversations with artists, activists, athletes, and other compelling individuals about their personal journeys and the influences that shaped them. From jazz musicians, coaches, to martial artists, and many others, these stories explore how passion and craft can take us to different corners of the world. Anthony Thomas is the executive producer of "A Long Way from the Block," which gives him the opportunity to share with listeners his interest in people and the great stories of their lives. Growing up in San Diego, he came across all types of folks who had some type of influence over him. As he became older and stretched to see outside of his city limits either through conversation, books, music or traveling, he gained a different perspective on the importance of culture, art, wisdom and what it means to be “educated.” Don’t let his age fool you: Kahlil Childs is the leader of the Kahlil Childs Quartet and a member of the Rob Thorsen Quartet, which features some of the finest professional musicians in San Diego. He specializes in alto sax and also plays soprano, tenor, and baritone saxophones, as well as bass clarinet and flute. He currently studies with Detroit legend and Grammy Award–winning musician/producer Kamau Kenyatta, and has also studied with renowned saxophonist Charles McPherson. Kahlil is a featured player in the Young Lions Jazz Conservatory under the directorship of renowned trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/long-way-block-498500 Anthony Thomas on Instagram

World-Renowned Belly Dance Pioneer Suhaila Salimpour Returns to San Diego for a Weekend of Dance, Culture, and Celebration San Diego, CA — Suhaila Salimpour, visionary artist and one of the most influential figures in the world of belly dance, will headline a weekend of dance and performance in San Diego, featuring a 6-hour belly dance intensive and the dazzling Suhaila Super Star Gala. A trailblazer in Middle Eastern dance, Suhaila brings her signature fusion of deep cultural knowledge, precise technique, and dynamic performance to this unique event designed to inspire dancers of all levels and uplift the local arts community. ________________________________________ Featuring: Live performance by Fadi Islambouli and Suhaila Salimpour With special guest performers from across Southern California! ________________________________________ About Suhaila Salimpour Suhaila Salimpour is a first-generation Kurdish-American of Sicilian-Greek descent and a second-generation belly dancer, continuing the legacy of her mother, Jamila Salimpour. She is the creator of the first structured certification program and pedagogical system in belly dance, transforming how the dance is studied, taught, and preserved globally. Suhaila has toured internationally, performed in top venues across the Middle East and beyond, choreographed three full-length theatrical productions, and recorded over 23 albums with renowned Arabic musicians. Her contributions have earned prestigious accolades, including the 2024 Gerbode Foundation Special Award for Dance and Movement, and the 2023/24 Isadora Duncan Special Award for Outstanding Production. She currently serves on the boards of Shawl-Anderson Dance Center, World Arts West, and the Mahea Uchiyama Center for International Dance, while co-producing the YALLAH Arts Festival in the Bay Area. She is also pursuing her MFA in Dance at Saint Mary’s College of California. ________________________________________ A Celebration of Culture and Community Rooted in the traditions of the SWANA (Southwest Asian and North African) region, this weekend of programming is more than just dance—it's a powerful gathering of community, heritage, and cultural expression. In support of children and families in the Middle East, $1 from every Gala ticket will be donated to the Middle East Children’s Alliance (MECA). Attendees are also encouraged to make additional contributions online: Click here to donate directly Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/suhaila-super-star-gala-tickets-1415940719809?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Suhaila Salimpour on Instagram and Facebook

A sculpture at San Diego State University's Imperial Valley campus tells the story of Maayehaa, the Creator God spirit, as part of the university's land acknowledgement series. Then, our Midday Movies critics share their top films up for awards consideration. And finally, your weekend preview.

Join us at The FRONT Gallery for the opening of "Border Ecologies: Between Water and Land" on Saturday, January 24, from 4-6 p.m. Presented by The Border Design Lab in partnership with Promotora de las Bellas Artes, this exhibition explores conservation, coastal protection, and urban resilience at the U.S.-Mexico border through architectural research, community engagement, and student-led work. The exhibition will be on view through January 31. Únase a nosotros en la Galería The FRONT para la inauguración de "Border Ecologies: Between Water and Land" el sábado 24 de enero, de 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Presentada por The Border Design Lab en colaboración con Promotora de las Bellas Artes, esta exposición explora la conservación, la protección costera y la resiliencia urbana en la frontera entre Estados Unidos y México a través de la investigación arquitectónica, la participación comunitaria y el trabajo realizado por estudiantes. La exposición estará abierta al público hasta el 31 de enero. The Front Arte & Cultura on Facebook / Instagram

A new translation of Henrik Ibsen's 1891 proto-feminist play aims to connect with contemporary audiences.

Sketchers say making art together in urban environments allows them to create a record of a moment and to notice a little bit more about the city they see every day.

La Mesa-Spring Valley School District Superintendent David Feliciano said he believed the initial complaint that necessitated a remedy originated from a gender-nonconforming student at an elementary school who was "uncomfortable using the restroom because of comments other students made about how they dressed."