Search results for

Prog-Rock Powerhouse Stick Men Return to San Diego with Chapman Stick Virtuoso Tom Griesgraber Nearly two years since their last San Diego performance, Stick Men — the progressive rock supergroup featuring Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto, and Markus Reuter — return to the Bornemann Theater in San Marcos. This marks a special homecoming of sorts, as Mastelotto and Reuter were the first national touring act to perform at the Bornemann’s Grand Opening in May 2024, along with Trey Gunn as part of their band TU-NER. Formed in 2007, Stick Men is known for their adventurous sound built around electric touch-style instruments like the Chapman Stick and the self-designed U8 guitar. Levin (Peter Gabriel, King Crimson) anchors the trio with his mastery of the Chapman Stick, an instrument that simultaneously covers both bass and melody. Mastelotto brings an innovative approach to percussion, blending acoustic drums with an electronic setup, while Reuter adds layers of depth and texture with his custom instrument. Combined, the band’s members have contributed to records selling over 100 million copies worldwide. Opening the night is renowned Chapman Stick player Tom Griesgraber, whose genre-blending performances often include guitar Theremin and collaborations with artists from the California Guitar Trio to RYMO featuring Slightly Stoopid’s drummer Ryan Moran. With over ten releases and a resume that includes touring with Jerry Marotta and opening for legends like Steve Hackett and Al DiMeola, Griesgraber’s set promises a diverse and compelling lead-in to the night’s headliners. Stick Men on Facebook / Youtube

Laurie Beebe Lewis & The Electric Underground Band Ignite The Bornemann with Their Debut Performance! Experience a nostalgic journey through the iconic sounds of the 1960s and 70s as Laurie Beebe Lewis & The Electric Underground Band take the stage at The Bornemann on Saturday, July 12. Legacy Artist Laurie Beebe Lewis spent seven years with The Mamas & The Papas from 1986-1993. She toured the world with original members John Phillips and Denny Doherty, along with sunshine pop singer Spanky McFarlane of Spanky & Our Gang. Presently Laurie takes her experiences, stories, and the music of THE MAMAS & THE PAPAS to the concert stage along with her band the Electric Underground! It’s a “tribute with a twist” as she shares her perspective of her seven years with the group. Laurie and her band, the Electric Underground perform pristine vocals and iconic vocal arrangements previously created and sung by the 1960’s fab vocal quartet that changed folk rock music forever! Don't miss this opportunity to witness Laurie Beebe Lewis & The Electric Underground Band's inaugural performance in this exceptional setting. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/electric-underground-band

Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. January 8–March 5 (9 weeks, 27 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio There are few artistic pursuits more rewarding than creating a successful portrait bust, especially of a loved one or significant other. Join sculptor Marty Davis as he teaches the process of creating a bust from photos. Students will learn how to photograph a portrait sitter, and how to use those photos to create an accurate three-dimensional (3D) likeness. Marty will explain and demonstrate the elements of successful portraiture. Topics include the anatomy of the skull and neck, the proportion and placement of the features, and how to generate and refine a convincing likeness. Students will create a single portrait bust of a subject of their choosing over eight weeks. No experience with sculpture necessary. This class is for all skill levels. Materials: Materials will be discussed at the first class. Please note: this course runs for nine sessions total. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/54 Athenaeum Music and Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Tuesdays, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. February 4–25 (4 Weeks, 12 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio Experience the fun in “fun-ctional” ceramics! Learn and develop your hand-building pottery skills with three projects, such as a set of nesting plates, a berry bowl, and your own custom mug. Each class will introduce a new project to work on, which will require practicing different techniques to get to the final assembled piece. The last class will be reserved for glazing all the work produced during the class. At the class's completion, you will take home your glazed projects, finished and ready to be used. Beginning to intermediate students are welcome. Materials: The materials fee includes clay, glazes, firings, and the use of basic tools. It is recommended that students bring an apron and a hand towel for cleanup, as well as a notebook and pencil to write down instructions and sketch ideas. Max students: 10 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/52 Athenaeum Music and Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego County Medical Examiner has identified all but one of the victims of Thursday's crash.

San Diego sign painter Koy Sun's widely-viewed TikTok video landed him an artist residency at Bread & Salt.

Part of the City of San Diego's OnView Local Arts Program, this delightful exhibition features artist Jane Muschenetz's award-winning palm frond animal masks. Using repurposed and eco-friendly materials, Muschenetz transforms palm frond bark that sheds during San Diego's windy storms into vivid and expressive creatures that enchant kids and adults alike. Paired with whimsical animal poems, the artwork brings something joyful and unexpected to brighten the day, capture the imagination, and inspire creativity in all of us. Check out the art and some books too, while you're at it!

Come see our latest exhibition: "Chicanismo and the "Art of Resistance: The Legacy of Ricardo Favela and the Royal Chicano Air Force (RCAF)." This new exhibit showcases the importance of creating inclusive spaces for underserved communities to express their creativity through art resistance, empowerment, cultural pride and activism. Curated by Florentina Favela & Eddie Salas Last weekend to see the Community Artist Gallery Installation by Tim Redbird Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center on Facebook

Experience the Fleet Science Center like never before—exclusively for ages 18+! With the museum all to yourselves, you can explore 100+ interactive exhibits, unleash your creativity in Studio X, our hands-on makerspace, and experience our latest exhibitions. Reconnect with your sense of wonder as you engage with the Fleet’s signature hands-on, minds-on science experiences. Whether you’re bringing friends or flying solo, Fleet After Dark is your chance to explore, play, and discover in a whole new way. Let's Play a Game: Join the Let's Play a Game foundation at Fleet After Dark where they're making board games accessible to everyone! Join a table, meet new folks and build your community while tapping into the nostalgia and adventure of analog gameplay. Fleet After Dark happens every fourth Thursday (excluding, April, November and December). Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

The series concludes on Wednesday, March 19, with the local debut of the Avishai Cohen Quartet, featuring Cohen on trumpet, Yonathan Avishai on piano, Barak Mori on bass, and Ziv Ravitz on drums. Cohen is globally recognized as a player-composer open to multiple strains of jazz and active as a leader, co-leader, and sideman. Aside from the acclaimed work with his quartet, he has also recorded and toured as part of the Mark Turner Quartet, the SFJAZZ Collective, and the 3 Cohens Sextet—with his sister, clarinetist-saxophonist Anat, and brother, saxophonist Yuval. In 2024, Cohen released his newest album, Ashes to Gold (ECM Records), a deeply introspective and richly textured exploration of life’s transitions and renewal. The album showcases Cohen’s ability to blend lyrical beauty with technical brilliance, further solidifying his reputation as an innovator in contemporary jazz. Named as Artistic Director of the International Jerusalem Festival, Cohen has also been voted as a Rising Star on three consecutive occasions in the DownBeat Critics Poll. JazzTimes called him “one of the most creative trumpet players in jazz,” adding, “Like Miles Davis, he can make the trumpet a vehicle for uttering the most poignant human cries.” Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/jazz-25-0319 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook