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Everybody Rejoice! The Tony® Award-winning musical THE WIZ is coming to San Diego. Producers Kristin Caskey, Mike Isaacson, Brian Anthony Moreland, and Ambassador Theatre Group present an all-new production of the groundbreaking, Tony Award-winning musical The Wiz, adapted from The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. The highly anticipated Broadway revival of The Wiz returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Pre-Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years. The tour begins in The Wiz’s original home city of Baltimore, where the show made its world premiere 50 years ago. This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and finger-snapping 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world. Audiences get to enjoy the epic grooves of such beloved, timeless hits as “Ease on Down the Road,” which became the show’s break-out single, and the bona fide classic “Home” in this spectacular revival. Featuring a book by William F. Brown and a Tony® Award-winning score by Charlie Smalls (and others), director Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreographer JaQuel Knight (Beyonce’s “Single Ladies”), Amber Ruffin (additional material), and Joseph Joubert (music supervision, orchestrations, & music arrangements) conjure up an Oz unlike anything ever seen before. The Wiz design team will include scenic design by Academy Award-winning Hannah Beachler (Black Panther, Beyonce’s Black is King and Lemonade), costume design by Emmy Award-winning and two-time Academy Award-nominated Sharen Davis (Ray, Dreamgirls), lighting design by Barrymore Award-winning Ryan J. O’Gara (Thoughts of a Colored Man) and wig design by Academy Award-winning Mia Neal (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom). A dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. So everybody rejoice! An all-new 21st-Century WIZ is sliding into an Emerald city near you. For more information about THE WIZ, visit: WizMusical.com Rating: Please note guests under age five are not permitted to enter. All guests entering the theater, regardless of age, must have a ticket. Related links: Broadway San Diego website | Instagram | Facebook

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The annual "Peace in Israel" week continues on the campus of UC San Diego. Students with the organization Tritons for Israel are sponsoring several events advocating for Israeli self-determination.

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Dive into a world of Valentine's crafting delight with our Gift Card Holder Workshop! Join us for a couple hours of creative bliss as we guide you through crafting charming and versatile holders just in time for Valentine's Day. Whether it's for birthdays, graduations, or any special occasion, these personalized creations are bound to leave a lasting impression. With easy-to-follow instructions and abundant decorating options, you'll be amazed at how quickly you'll master this craft. Join us for an unforgettable workshop that will leave you filled with handmade treasures! Reserve your spot now, and let's craft some magic together. Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Instructor: Wendy Telford. All Materials included. Cancellation Policy| All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com

The flooding resulted in one sinkhole in the 3500 block of Sky Haven Lane in Oceanside.

Join us for an evening with USD Law Professor Dov Fox, to discuss his audiobook, "Donor 9623", about reproductive medicine, mental health, the power of law — and its limits — when the ones we count on the most let us down the hardest. It's a haunting tale of human resilience, the fragility of family, and what it takes to forgive the unforgivable. The eight-episode Part One was named Audible's top audiobook and podcast of the year, with a concluding Part Two (five episodes) released in 2023.

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The Biden administration is quadrupling tariffs on China-made EVs. The tariffs are part of a broad swath of protectionist policies first imposed by former President Trump.

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