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This award-winning immersive dramedy is sure to please. Vera wants to be a nun, but can’t let go of her past, or v*brators. Her situation is complicated by the onset of rapturous prayers, leading the audience to become advice-giving “saints” who help Vera make the biggest decisions of her life, starting with what shirt to wear. WINNER, Best of Fringe, DC Theatre Arts WINNER, Minnesota Fringe Golden Lanyard Award “Amazing storyteller” (Lavender Magazine) “A deeply thought-out, patiently crafted story” (STIR Vancouver) “Hance is clearly comfortable on any stage; she has mastered the art of conversational, immersive theater in a way that is both approachable and moving.” (Rochester City Magazine) Performance Details: Thursday, 5.15 @ 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 5.17 @ 9:00 p.m. Sunday, 5.18 @ 1:00 p.m. Thursday, 5.22 @ 7:30 p.m. Friday, 5.23 @10:30 p.m. Presented through the San Diego International Fringe Festival Marie Hitchcock Puppet Theater: 2130 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101 Tickets are $13 with a fringe tag and can be purchased through San Diego Fringe. San Diego International Fringe Festival on Facebook / Instagram / X

The National Endowment for Arts had promised over $300,000 in grants to San Diego arts organizations. Now, those funds are on hold, leaving the future of many programs uncertain.

Alice: Illustrating Wonderland Celebrating 160 Years of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Step into a world of imagination at the opening exhibit of "Alice: Illustrating Wonderland!" Join us as we celebrate 160 years of Lewis Carroll’s timeless tale with a stunning collection of 160 uniquely illustrated editions of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Meet talented artists from our Wonderland Art Contest, enjoy light refreshments, and let whimsical music guide you down the rabbit hole. A magical afternoon for dreamers of all ages! Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/alice-wonderland-exhibit-openingartist-reception-35841

Grand Opening JWL ART DESIGNS by Joel White Art Gallery and Studio 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., May 2, 2025 and May 3, 2025 May 2, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., (Music by Gregory Page from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.) May 3, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., (Music by Gregory Page from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.) Black and white, pen and ink abstracts and highly stylized representations, minimalist to elaborate. Thanks to Funding provided by Arts District Liberty Station. Visit: https://libertystation.com/do/grand-opening-art-studio-and-gallery-jwl-art-designs

Join us for an enlightening discussion with Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski, the Chicana textile artist and slow fashion designer behind Sew Loka. In this talk, Rodríguez-Biezunski champions sewing as both a vital art form and a powerful response to our disposable fashion culture. Rodríguez-Biezunski will explore how the deliberate practice of sewing transcends mere utility to become an expressive medium, worthy of the same respect given to traditional fine arts. She'll discuss how reclaiming this craft provides a meaningful alternative to fast fashion's environmental and ethical pitfalls, offering a path toward more conscious consumption and creation. The conversation will also address why sewing skills—once considered essential knowledge—deserve renewed appreciation in today's society, not just as practical abilities but as conduits for creativity, sustainability, and personal empowerment. Discover how Rodríguez-Biezunski's work honors the hands that make our garments while inviting us to reimagine our relationship with clothing in an age of mass production. Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski, better known as Sew Loka, is a San Diego-based textile artist and fashion designer who has made a significant impact in the intersection of streetwear, sustainability, Chicana culture, and DIY fashion. She gained prominence for her distinctive style of customizing and upcycling clothing, while only using recycled, reclaimed and repurposed fabrics to create all of her one of a kind fashion designs and textile art pieces. Beyond her fashion work, Rodríguez-Biezunski is also known for her commitment to community engagement and teaching others the art of sewing and customization. You can visit her any time at her sewing studio, Sew Loka, in the vibrant neighborhood of Barrio Logan in San Diego, CA. Claudia Rodriguez-Biezunski on Instagram Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

We explore how to plan your perfect staycation in San Diego. Plus, we talk about how to make the most out of traveling with kids.

Come celebrate community, culture & connection at “Together We Dance!“ – a free dance showcase brought to you by L5 Productions Join us on Saturday, May 18 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. at the City Heights Performance Annex for an inspiring afternoon of rhythm, movement, and unity. Dancers of all backgrounds come together to share the joy of dance and the power of solidarity through art. Experience performances showcasing Middle Eastern dance, Fusion and more including a special live Middle Eastern music segment! Admission is free (suggested donation: $10 — but no one is turned away). All are welcome! Bring your friends, your family, and your love for dance. City Heights Performance Annex 3795 Fairmount Ave, San Diego, CA 92105 May 18 | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. (Doors 1:30 p.m.) Together we dance. Together we rise. Cast: - Arabina Dance Company - Ale Faryat - Claudia Peña - Desert Mirage Dancers (Linda Medea Marshall) - Glitter Dance Company (Zahra Bryant) - Hypzotiq - Matisse - Natasha Lee - Rachel Rene George - w/Master Oudist Fouad Sawa - Salimpour Collective San Diego - San Diego Ballet - San Diego Belly Dance Ensemble - Troupe Royale; Bellydance San Diego, CA. - Vilia Bouilly Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/salimpourarabina-dance-performance-431519

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Peter Dreher at Quint; a lucha libre exhibit at the Comic-Con Museum; Katori Hall's "The Mountaintop" at New Village Arts; San Diego Symphony does Mahler 3; SACRA/PROFANA perform Black American composers; Future Is Color's jazz night; Fringe continues; plus live music picks and more.

Marvelous amusement awaits at the 10th edition of Bloom Bash, the vibrant, late-night celebration that kicks off Art Alive weekend. The 2025 edition of Bloom Bash marks ten years of philanthropy and fun. This radiant celebration that kicks off the Art Alive weekend attracts trendsetters and late-night revelers with incredible food and cocktails, unique art experiences and performers. Plus, Bloom Bash attendees can dance the night away while enjoying a first look at the nearly 80 Art Alive floral arrangements throughout the Museum. Bloom Bash features: Divine savory and sweet delicacies from more than 35 of San Diego’s top fine dining eateries A special Bloom Bash 10th edition metamorphosis signature cocktail experience An extravagant selection of custom mixed libations by Harrah’s Resort SoCal, Hendrick’s Gin, Milagro Tequila, Panama 66, and a local brands bar by There San Diego Craft beer by Rincon Reservation Road Brewery Remarkable wines by J. Lohr, the family-owned, award-winning vineyards know for sustainable practices Stunning contemporary art installations by Christopher Schardt and German Corrales After-hours access to the Art Alive floral exhibition Live music, unique performances, and dancing all night Plus the return some attendee-picked favorites from the past 10 years: The Ferris wheel on the plaza sponsored by Harrah’s Resort SoCal Music by DJ Gabe Vega The sax stylings of Erisa Nicole Entertainment by Flashpoint Skate Team San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Que onda friends! Introducing Port of Entry shorts! Short Video capsules that tell the cross-border stories we share with you in a new way. Using video! And to kick start this new modality, we have two to share featuring our friends and guests of our live event, Charles Glaubitz and Giancarlo Ruiz. This video capsule premiered last fall during our live event and is part of a 5-episode bundle that features this capsule, a second video capsule featuring Giancarlo, a traditional podcast episode, and a two-part episode of our live event (Part 1 & Part 2) . So we hope you enjoy this 5-episode bundle bonanza! If you like this video short, share it, drop a like, and a comment! Nos vemos pronto!