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Casa Familiar’s groundbreaking 'Invisible Traditions' is part of the Official Calendar of World Design Capital San Diego-Tijuana 2024. Invisible Traditions marks the first Dia de la Mujer (International Women's Day) exhibition hosted binationally in Tijuana and San Diego. It highlights Black, Indigenous, and People of Color women and non-binary designers and artists from both sides of the border who use their creativity to bring hidden practices, beliefs, and customs to light. Curated by Katalina Silva and Arzu Ozkal, Invisible Traditions focuses on how certain socio-cultural practices could fade into obscurity or become less visible in everyday life, despite their significance. These practices contribute to a sense of belonging among members of groups that are marginalized and subject to inequality. Invisible Traditions is a critical reflection on how design choices can perpetuate harmful stereotypes and support oppressive systems. The exhibition challenges designers to consider the ethical implications of their work, urging them to question embedded narratives, symbols, and messages. For more information visit: thefront.casafamiliar.org Stay Connected on Instagram and Facebook

Each week, guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: JamesEarl333 on TikTok, The Dick Van Dyke Show and the songs "Young Lion" and "Kid on Christmas."

This weekend in local arts and culture: Poetic Justice's self-portraiture and poetry exhibit; free museums; a play about cooking; AAPI fashion; Puerto Rican LGBTQ+ theater; ballet meets the stock market crash and more.

Audra McDonald is unparalleled in the breadth and versatility of her artistry as both a singer and an actor. The winner of a record-breaking six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards and an Emmy, in 2015 she received a National Medal of Arts from President Barack Obama and was named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people. She won Tonys for her performances in Carousel, Master Class, Ragtime, "A Raisin in the Sun", "The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess" and "Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill", which also served as the vehicle for her Olivier-nominated 2017 West End debut. Audra McDonald joins the San Diego Symphony for a special evening of Broadway favorites by Rodgers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, George Gershwin, and many others, with songs from her latest album, Sing Happy. Stay Connected with Audra McDonald! Facebook | Instagram | X

Join photographer Christina McFaul on March 16, 2024, from 5 P.M. to 8:30 P.M., for the unveiling and large-scale exhibition of her latest photography book, 'Sanctuary in the Wild.' Envision yourself meandering amongst the rare exotic flora of the lush Conservatory while delighting in an exquisite exhibition by a local artist and the works of promising young artists at the San Diego Botanic Gardens in Encinitas, the evening promises an enchanting blend of art, wine, nature, and inspiration. Christina's monograph is a deep dive into our intrinsic connection with nature, portrayed through the adventurous eyes of two young brothers. It reveals the enchanting magic and mysteries of the wilderness. This hand-crafted artist book, a limited-edition of only 200 copies, includes a 7” x 5” original archival print, each signed by Christina herself. Her captivating black-and-white portraits and landscapes unveil the breathtaking beauty of the wild. The evening is set to be an immersive experience that brings the book's themes to life, inviting guests to explore their personal connection with the natural world. Moreover, the event will showcase a special exhibition of photographs by emerging young talents mentored by Christina, offering a glimpse into the future of photography. In a pledge to conservation, 10% of all proceeds from the evening will be generously donated to a nonprofit dedicated to the protection and restoration of our precious wildlands for generations to come. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the profound beauty of the wild, as seen through Christina's eyes. Let's come together to celebrate art and nature. For more information and to RSVP, please visit here. About Christina McFaul: “Having grown up on a lake nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains of California, I found my sanctuary amidst the rolling hills of oaks and Malibu Creek State Park. This profound connection with the wild instilled in me a deep respect for our environment and a desire to protect it. My photography is an extension of this passion, capturing the raw essence of nature and highlighting the urgent need for conservation. Through my lens, I want to inspire others to see the beauty of our natural world and understand our critical role in preserving it." Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Premieres Monday, Dec. 30, 2024 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. A South African beauty queen faces an identity crisis upon learning she's born genetically male. Her path crosses with an intersex activist as they navigate a common journey marked by society's stigma and inner struggles in a male-female world.

Nickel Boys is one of the most thrillingly inventive literary adaptations our critic has seen in years, while The Brutalist is a rare American films that feels genuinely worthy of the word "epic."

Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport + Encore Thursday, Dec. 12 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. This one-hour special features actor John Lithgow going back to school to demonstrate the transformative power of arts education. He immerses himself with teachers and students to explore four arts disciplines: dance, ceramics, silk-screen printing and vocal jazz ensemble. The program celebrates how arts education nurtures and inspires the hearts and minds of students of all ages.

A new six-part video podcast by KPBS reveals a little-known San Diego civil rights story of dancers who fought back against corruption and abuses of power for decades from the unlikely stage of a strip club.

The school has been under construction for the past two years for a modernization project expected to be completed in 2025.