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Build upon the foundations established in Level 1 and delve deeper into the art of improvisation as we learn how to build fun and engaging scenes. You will learn to create and embody memorable characters with an emphasis on the importance of building strong relationships within scenes. You will also learn how to make strong choices to heighten scenes. The final week of the 8-week class will be a show for friends and family. Taught by Jacob Reiss. Prerequisite: Level 1 – Improv Fundamentals or the Equivalent. Class Information: Saturdays, 2/15-4/5 (7 classes; no class on 3/10), 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. $200, 18+ Oceanside Theatre Company on Instagram

Groundbreaking music executive Dave Shapiro has died in a San Diego plane crash. He was 42.

A decade after a major overhaul that increased San Diego Unified’s graduation requirements, the district created an alternate graduation pathway that waters down those requirements. Some students now may not qualify for admission in California’s public universities.

Weird Al brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock show back to the concert stage with the BIGGER & WEIRDER 2025 Tour, playing his iconic hits as well as some never-performed-live-before fan favorites. Al’s long-time band is joined by four additional players to create a super-sized concert experience. “Weird Al” Yankovic is the biggest-selling comedy recording artist in history. A 5-time Grammy Award winner, he is best known for his parodies of the biggest musical artists over the last 4 decades. His many hits include “Amish Paradise,” “Eat It,” “Like a Surgeon,” “Smells Like Nirvana,” “Word Crimes,” and the platinum-selling “White & Nerdy.” His last album "Mandatory Fun" is the only comedy album in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard Top 200. Weird Al's live shows have entertained audiences across the globe for generations. In 2022, Yankovic produced and co-wrote the Emmy-winning biopic "WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story," starring Daniel Radcliffe in the title role. Puddles Pity Party, the 7-foot sad clown whose golden voice is “comparable to any Grammy winner” (Los Angeles Times), has amassed over 900K YouTube subscribers and performed sold out shows around the globe including San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts, London’s Soho Theatre and a residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He has performed on stage with such legends as Eric Idle, Nick Offerman, Jack Black, Maynard James Keenan and Primus. Puddles’ one-of-a-kind “textured voice laced with melancholy” (NY Times) has been hailed as “operatic” (Boston Globe) and his show both “life-affirming” (Herald Scotland) and “hysterically funny” (LA Weekly).  Please note: the San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this program. Purchase on Ticketmaster: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0A006125406A5B42 "Weird Al" Yankovic on Facebook / Instagram / X

Christ United Presbyterian Church celebrates Black History Month with the wonderful Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Choir San Diego, under the direction of Ken Anderson! Join us for a Saturday afternoon concert at 3 p.m. in the sanctuary. This event is family-friendly and FREE! Donations will be accepted at the door to support the choir, and there will be a free-will offering to further support the educational grants distributed to aspiring college-bound high school majors in Visual and Performing Arts from the San Diego County area. ALL ARE WELCOME!

Step into Inspirations Gallery, surrounded by the striking photography exhibit, "Dear Red, Tell Me Everything," by Suzanne Hansen Ofeldt. The visual art on display will serve as a powerful catalyst to spark creativity. Together, we’ll explore the vibrant theme of red using these evocative images to inspire words, phrases, and sentences that can transform into poems or prose. Jill G. Hall, Author on Facebook San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at ArtReach HQ for an Embroidery Patch workshop! In this workshop, participants can learn the basics of embroidery by creating small patches that can easily be incorporated into clothing, bags, or appreciated as textile drawings. This class is intended for adults only. Seniors can get $10 off their ticket by using code SENIOR10 at checkout. Visit: Embroidery Patches ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Immerse yourself in an extraordinary celebration of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's musical brilliance with a program that promises to captivate and inspire. Begin with the enchanting "Sleeping Beauty Suite," a collection of lush, sparkling melodies that evoke a timeless fairy tale charm. Marvel at the elegance of the "Rococo Variations," where San Diego Symphony's own Xian Zhou and his cello take center stage with dazzling virtuosity and grace. Concluding this remarkable journey, experience the power and passion of "Symphony No. 5," a masterwork that journeys from darkness to a triumphant, exhilarating finale. This unforgettable program showcases Tchaikovsky's unparalleled gift for melody, emotion, and storytelling, offering an evening of pure musical wonder. Visit: https://gcccd.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx?cid=168 Grossmont Symphony Orchestra on Instagram

Kevin Inman Wednesday, April 2 from 2–5 p.m. (1 day, 3 total hours of instruction) On location in Balboa Park This plein air painting class is taught on location in beautiful San Diego. Paint the peaceful oasis of the Alcazar Garden, a formal garden with seasonal plantings in San Diego’s beautiful Balboa Park. Painting outdoors gives the artist the opportunity to experiment with light, color, and atmosphere. Work with San Diego landscape painter Kevin Inman to learn how to paint spontaneously, simplify a complex subject, and enjoy the moment. Topics include color mixing, design, and how to let go of your inner critic. Materials: Recommended oil or acrylic colors (Gamblin and Rembrandt paints): Limited palette: Alizarin Crimson Permanent, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White. This palette saves money but limits your options in advanced painting techniques. Basic palette: Cadmium Yellow Medium (or Hue), Cadmium Yellow Deep (or Hue), Cadmium Red Medium (or Hue), Alizarin Crimson Permanent, Ultramarine Blue, Cerulean Blue Hue, Titanium White, Burnt Umber, or preferred alternatives. Recommended but optional palette: Ivory Black, Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ochre. Brushes: a range of brushes from #2 on up. I prefer hog bristle flats and filberts. Other: cup or jar for solvent; paper towels; palette or paper palette pad; Gamsol or Turpenoid; linseed oil or Gamblin Solvent-free Gel; sketchbook; pencil; vine charcoal; palette knife; gloves; travel easel or pochade box; hat and sunscreen. Supports: stack of inexpensive materials for quick studies and exercises, such as a five-pack of Blick canvas boards, size 8” x 10” or 11” x 14”, an Arches oil paper pad, or a canvas pad. Two larger canvas boards or stretched canvases, 11” x 14” to 16” x 20”, for longer projects. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

The Family Stone and special guests The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble Standard Tickets are $30 - $102 including fees (face value $25-$85). No fees if purchased at the CCAE Box Office in person. The Family Stone on Facebook / Instagram The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble on Facebook / Instagram