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Around Town in February 2012 *Please call to confirm all times, dates and performances, as they are subject to change without notice.
FEB 1 - 29 San Diego Museum Month-Half-Off Admission: Leap into 40 museums in San Diego this February. Presented by Macy's this popular event allows participants to enjoy half-off entry fees at 40 San Diego Museum Council membership museums. The savings encourages locals and visitors to explore a variety of arts, culture and science-oriented destinations. Info 619-276-0101 or www.sandiegomuseumcouncil.org FEB 2 ArtStop - School of Paris: ArtStops are 15 minute, staff-led tours of one to three works on view. Museum curators and educators present these brief yet always enlightening and informative talks every Thursday and third Tuesday at noon. Free with admission. San Diego Museum of Art. Info www.sdmart.org FEB 3 First Friday Films-Midnight in Paris: Before the film, Curators Dr. Ariel Plotek and Dr. John Marciari will discuss the current exhibition A Harmony of Line: Selections from the School of Paris. The film´s approximate running time is 94 minutes and is rated PG-13. James S. Copley Auditorium, 7:00 pm. Info www.sdmart.org FEB 3 - MAY 28 Woodies! Woodies!: This exhibit features some of the finest examples of woodies through the years. From their beginnings as estate cars for the resort owners and transport vehicles, these cars have made a revival and are now once again popular. This exhibit features classic designs as well as a few surprises. $4-$8. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. San Diego Auto Museum. Info www.sdautomuseum.org FEB 4 El Cajon Ford Youth Fishing Derby: The event begins at sunrise, fishing continues until 12 p.m., and then all participating children and their families are invited to enjoy a tasty barbecue lunch. The awards ceremony and raffle drawing will begin at approximately 1 p.m. Great prizes will be awarded to age division winners and lucky raffle ticket winners. Prizes will also be awarded to the child with the best fishing story! 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Free. Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Road. Info (858) 668-4772 or www.poway.org FEB 4 Home Composting Workshop: Free home composting workshop taught by Certified Master Composters from the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. Learn the basics of composting, how to compost with worms and how to save water in the process! Info http://thegarden.org/ FEB 4 Chamber Music "russian ROMANCE" Camarada at Meyer Fine Art: Let the wistful sounds of Macedonian, Slavic, Bulgarian and Russian music transport you to the starkly beautiful snow-capped Balkan Mountains. This 75 minute program (without intermission) is preceded by a wine and cheese reception at Meyer Fine Art in Little Italy. Info www.brownpapertickets.com FEB 4 Explore American Sign Language: Are you curious about Sign Language? Have you wondered how you might be able to use Sign Language in your classroom or with your family? Wonder no more, come and learn for yourself! Join the Garden´s education specialist and her alter-ego, Ms. Smarty-Plants, for this 2-hour, fun-filled class. Learn many basic Signs, as well as a little about Deaf Culture. $15. Info http://thegarden.org/ FEB 4 San Diego Youth Symphony's Winter Ovation Concert: The San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory (SDYS) presents the craftsmanship and artistry of their students in their Winter Ovation Concert. This concert features SDYS´ flagship orchestras, Symphony and Philharmonic. Students in these orchestras are advanced musicians who have spent years developing their musical excellence through training and practice. $10-$35. Info 619-233-3232 ext. 115 or www.sdys.org
The Fresh Beat Band Live in Concert: The live-action preschool musical sitcom comes to the stage of the historic Balboa Theatre! Balboa Theatre-868 Fourth Ave @ E St. $40. Info www.sandiegotheatres.org FEB 4 - APRIL 29 Black Holes,Space Warps & Time Twists: This out of this world exhibition explores what we know, don´t know, and think we know about one of the world´s greatest space mysteries - black holes. These regions in space, sometimes only a few kilometers across, have gravity so powerful that light cannot escape and matter drawn into them is lost forever. Info www.rhfleet.org FEB 4 - MAY 13 John Baldessari - A Print Retrospective: John Baldessari is an internationally celebrated artist, yet southern California is and has always been his home. Once again MCASD is honored to welcome Baldessari back to the Museum, this time with an expansive survey of his entire body of printmaking. Info www.mcasd.org FEB 6 Camera Lucida: Beethoven, Martinu and Schubert. $25. 7:30 pm. Conrad Prebys Concert Hall. Ludwig van Beethoven: Trio in D, Op. 70 No. 1: Ghost - Bohuslav Martinu: Duo for Violin and Cello, H. 157 - Franz Schubert: Trio in E-flat, Op. 100. Info www.sandiegosymphony.org FEB 8 Teen Art Café @ The Museum - Modern Mexico: Teen artists are invited to the Museum to celebrate the special exhibition, Mexican Modern Painting from the Andrés Blaisten Collection. Meet and mingle with other teen artists while having the chance to learn about the ideas behind this unique exhibition. Free. James S. Copley Auditorium, 6:00 pm. Info www.sdmart.org FEB 10 - 11 San Diego Symphony - A Valentine´s Romance with Broadway´s Best: As Cupid takes aim, sparks will fly when two of our favorite performers return to San Diego. Don´t miss Jennifer´s Tony Award-winning And I am Telling You I´m Not Going that´s sure to bring down the house. $20. Copley Symphony Hall. Info 619-235-0804 or www.sandiegosymphony.com FEB 10 - 12 Nations of San Diego International Dance Festival: Passion, magic, and beauty... over 150 ethnic dancers and musicians! Nations is Southern California´s largest ethnic dance festival. $15-$30. 650 D Avenue, Coronado. Info 619-522-4050 or www.nationsdancefestival.com
Die Fledermaus: Enjoy all the merry pranks and mistaken identities in Lyric´s first production of this gem at the Birch North Park Theatre. Delightful waltzes, crazy coloraturas, philandering tenors and of course, champagne make this one of the most popular classical music theater pieces ever produced. Info www.lyricoperasandiego.org FEB 11 Grand Opening The Dinner Detective San Diego North: The show is an interactive and improvised comedic murder mystery set in the present day. None of our performers are dressed in costume, but instead are dressed just like everyone else; therefore you do not know who is a part of the show and who isn't. Info 888-619-0858 or www.TheDinnerDetective.com FEB 11 Tales of the Reed: The Museum of Making Music presents Dr. A. J. Racy, Dr. David Borgo, Souhail Kaspar and Rob Thorsen for a special performance on reed instruments from the East Mediterranean region and modern jazz as they share the story of Middle-Eastern reeds. Info 760-438-5996 or www.museumofmakingmusic.org FEB 11 The Backyard Flock - Raising Urban Chickens: Raise farm fresh eggs in your own backyard! The Garden´s education director, Laurie Furry, will share everything you need to know to start enjoying fresh eggs while keeping your new flock happy and healthy. Info http://thegarden.org/ FEB 11 Ray at Night - Art Walk: One day each month, participating businesses, galleries, and shops on and around Ray Street are open late to offer a pleasant art walk experience. Patrons can shop in style amid performing arts and musical entertainment as they visit open sidewalk booths along Little Italy streets. Info www.northparkarts.org FEB 11 - 13 Orchestra Nova - Favorite Opera Moments: Whether you are new to opera or a die-hard fan, this sampling of opera hits complemented by video is sure to entertain. The Nova Experience begins at 6:30 pm, the performance begins at 7:30 pm. Info 858-350-0290 or www.orchestranova.org FEB 12 A Collaborative Concert - "A Salute to Music of the Movies": San Diego Young Artists Symphony presents its annual collaborative concert, YAS and Friends, at Copley Symphony Hall. The joint effort with various San Diego school orchestras and bands will feature scores from films such as Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Carribean, Harry Potter and many more. Get your fantasy groove on! Info www.sdyas.org FEB 12 LJPC Concert Series: Charles Johnson, baritone & Inner Journeys Jazz Trio. Powerful renderings of sacred music classics presented by Charles Johnson accompanied by Dale Neihaus, along with jazz musicians, Bob Ravenscroft, pianist Dwight Kilian, bassist, Rob Moore, drummer. 7 pm. 7715 Draper Avenue, La Jolla. Info www.ljpresmusic.com FEB 12 Salt Pond Nature Tours on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge: The South Bay Salt Works has over 20 salt ponds used to extract salt from sea water by evaporation. This area is normally closed to the public except for once-per-month guided walks led by San Diego Audubon docents during fall and winter months. Free. Info 858-273-7800 or www.sandiegoaudubon.org FEB 12 Sorting African Art - Who Made It & What Does it Mean? : Have you ever looked at a piece of African art and wondered "What is it?" and "Where did it came from?" Art historian Dr. Barbara Blackmun will present an illustrative lecture giving clues to help answer some of these questions. Museum Boardroom, 3:00 pm. Info www.sdmart.org FEB 13 FEB 14 An Initimate Evening with Crystal Gayle: What better way to celebrate your love and affection than with a special Valentine´s performance by singing legend Crystal Gayle! Poway Center of the Performing Arts. Info www.powayarts.org FEB 14 - 15 San Diego Symphony - Moscow Festival Ballet: Romance - Beauty - Splendor. It´s a dazzling weekend of grace and beauty. One of the most celebrated Russian ballet companies performs Tchaikovsky´s most beloved works. Swan Lake and Sleeping Beauty: an artistic wonder for all ages. Copley Symphony Hall. Info 619-235-0804 or www.sandiegosymphony.com Feb 16 Perspectives - Made with Words, MCASD La Jolla: Perspectives is a series that invites the public to take a seat at the table with artists, curators, and specialists in various fields of knowledge, and enrich discussions about works of art or exhibitions. Join emerging artist Jamilah Abdul-Sabur in a discussion about her practice as it relates to John Baldessari´s work, in particular his work with language. Info www.mcasd.org FEB 17 San Diego Symphony: Tao ? Taiko Drummers Of Japan: Back by popular demand, the awesome power and spectacle of an ancient Japanese drumming tradition returns to San Diego! Copley Symphony Hall. Info 619-235-0804 or www.sandiegosymphony.com FEB 18 The Screwtape Letters starring Max McLean: C. S. Lewis's brilliant novel The Screwtape Letters, reveals spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view. Balboa Theatre-868 Fourth Ave @ E St. Info www.sandiegotheatres.org FEB 18 - 26 San Diego Opera Presents "Moby-Dick": The actions of this large and emotionally irresistible work are played out against a multimedia-enriched staging that ranges from striking to near miraculous. Using dazzling computer-generated effects, the visual impact of Moby-Dick pulls viewers into the action from the first chord of the achingly beautiful music. Info 619-533.7000 or www.sdopera.com FEB 19 Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Consistently hailed as one of today´s leading orchestras, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra enjoys an enviable position in the music world. Info www.ljms.org FEB 20 FREE Art in the Park : Free Family-Fun at Community Park! 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Poway Community Park Auditorium Patio, 13094 Civic Center Drive. Info www.poway.org Feb 21 Mardi Gras in the Gaslamp: If you are in downtown San Diego on Fat Tuesday you are required to Party Mardi Gras ~ Gaslamp style. This Gaslamp Quarter-wide outdoor celebration includes a spectacular parade on Fifth Avenue and a fabulous block party featuring many of the top DJ's in the industry. Enjoy tasty treats, cold beverages and beads, beads, beads. This event goes on rain or shine. Info www.gaslamp.org FEB 23 Neil Berg's 102 Years of Broadway: Featuring a dazzling cast of Broadway stars and an all-star New York band, Neil Berg's 102 Years of Broadway recreates the biggest moments from the finest Broadway shows of the century including The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Evita, Wonderful Town, Jesus Christ Superstar and Fiddler on the Roof. Balboa Theatre-868 Fourth Ave @ E St. Info www.sandiegotheatres.org FEB 24 - 26 FEB 25 Designing a Beautiful Small Space Garden: Learn how to create a sparkling jewel of a landscape for your condominium, cottage, side yard or smaller front or back yard. Landscape Designer Christiane Holmquist will share important principles of design to consider before beginning your project, show you inspiring visual examples of completed projects, and answer your questions about how to make the most of your small space. Info http://thegarden.org/ FEB 25 - JULY 8 Isaac Julien - Ten Thousand Waves: British artist Isaac Julien is acclaimed for his arresting films as well as his dynamic gallery installations. Ten Thousand Waves, his most ambitious project to date, poetically weaves together stories linking China´s ancient past and present. Info www.mcasd.org FEB 27 FEB 28 Hillside Gardening: Landscape Designer Connie Beck will show you how to make the most of gardening on a slope. Topics include erosion control, proper plant choices, terracing and plantings for retaining walls. A colorful slide show of several San Diego hillside gardens will reveal the creative possibilities unique to this style of gardening. Info http://thegarden.org/ FEB 29 - MAR 4 MARCH 1 – MAY 13 Flower Fields Ranunculus Tours: Every year from early March to early May, The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch blossom into a spectacular sea of brightly colored ranunculus flowers. Visitors can view and tour the fields in Carlsbad. Open to the public seven days a week, 9:00 am - 6:00pm. Info 760-431-0352 or www.theflowerfields.com Merle Haggard: Embraced by country fans and respected of his peers, he has 40 #1 hits and has charted scores of Top Ten songs. He has won just about every music award imaginable, both as a performer and as a songwriter, and in 1994 was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Balboa Theatre-868 Fourth Ave @ E St. Info www.sandiegotheatres.org MARCH 1 San Diego Symphony: Beethoven’s Immortal Beloved: Ludwig van Beethoven considered his Seventh Symphony one of his best works. Beethoven completed the Symphony just weeks before writing the famous letters to his "Immortal Beloved" in July 1812. Those letters and, it’s now clear, that Symphony, marked the height of a passionately mutual love that had been brewing for years, but ultimately was fated never to be consummated. Copley Symphony Hall. Info 619-235-0804 or www.sandiegosymphony.com MARCH 2 - 4 Gem Faire: Gem Faire, established in 1989, has become a world-renowned marketplace for the finest in gemstones, beads, jewelry, minerals, fossils, meteorites, lapidary equipment, metaphysical items and much more at the lowest prices in today’s market. Workshops and classes also are offered. Del Mar Fairgrounds. Info 503-252-8300 or www.gemfaire.com MARCH 2 - 4 Bravo! Balanchine: Bravo! Balanchine - March 2 - 4 at Spreckels Theatre. Ballets by the legendary George Balanchine include: Who Cares?, Agon, Donizetti Variations. Info www.cityballet.org MARCH 2 - 4 Spring Home/Garden Show: Hundreds of exhibits of home improvement products and remodeling ideas. Del Mar Fairgrounds. Info 858-350-3738 or www.springhomegardenshow.com March 2 - 4 San Diego Symphony-Beethoven’s Seventh: San Diego Symphony’s Principal Cello Yao Zhao takes center stage for Camille Saint-Saëns’ wide-ranging First Cello Concerto, then Jahja Ling conducts Ludwig van Beethoven’s stirring and lively Symphony No. 7. Copley Symphony Hall. Info 619-235-0804 or www.sandiegosymphony.com MARCH 2 - 18 The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley: Stanley - the ultimate exchange student - scours the globe for a solution to his unusual problem. He’s stamped, posted and cancelled from Hollywood to France to Honolulu and beyond. And whether he’s thwarting a robbery at the Louvre Museum in Paris, or "hanging ten" off the coast of Hawaii, Stanley is closing in on his goal of being a three-dimensional boy once more. Info 619-239-8355 or www.juniortheatre.com MARCH 2 – APRIL 8 A Room with a View: From the beloved novel that inspired the Academy Award-winning film comes an enchanting new musical. Comic, romantic, satirical and real, A Room with a View blends a gorgeous score with this timeless story that gives a new voice to these unforgettable characters. Info www.oldglobe.org MARCH 3 - 4 Work at Home Business Expo - WaHB Expo: This expo will have exhibitors and seminars on working from home. Info 888-955-4287 or www.WaHBExpo.com MARCH 3 64th Annual OB Kite Festival & Parade: A fun day of festivities including a crafts fair, food and entertainment along with kite making, decorating and a flying contest. t 9:00 am. Ocean Beach Recreation Center. Info 619-226-7800 or http://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/oceanb.shtml MARCH 3 Ljms presents Olga Kern, piano & Vladimir Spivakov, violin: With her vivid stage presence, passionately confident musicianship and extraordinary technique, Russian pianist Olga Kern continues to captivate audiences and critics alike. Info www.ljms.org MARCH 4 Free Family Art Day – Oceanside Museum of Art: Transform everyday objects into art at OMA! Bring the whole family to this free fun-filled event. "Create Our Own Boats" is inspired by the works of John Taylor, a Southern California artist, kids will be able to use a variety of materials to create, decorate, name and float their own boats! 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Info (760) 435-3721 or www.mainstreetoceanside.com MARCH 7 An Evening with Willie Nelson & Family: Enjoy a truly memorable evening as you listen to this amazing artist perform in the beautiful historic setting of the Balboa Theatre. Info www.sandiegotheatres.org MARCH 8 – APRIL 22 Parade: Hauntingly beautiful music permeates the Tony Award-winning score as Parade tells the true story of Jewish factory manager Leo Frank, accused and convicted in 1913 of murdering thirteen-year-old, Mary Phagan in Atlanta, Georgia. Info www.cygnettheatre.com MARCH 9 - 18 MARCH 9 Multi-Cultural Concert/Play and Talent Showcase: San Diego Annual Program to bring Multi-Cultural performances together and showcase the talent of YAMA Students. Info www.mada-choir.org MARCH 10 – 11 SAN DIEGO TRAVEL EXPO: Spend your day at the San Diego Travel Expo viewing the hundreds of exhibits of exciting travel and vacation ideas, then enjoy the interesting and evoking seminars about what awaits you down the street or across the world. Don't be limited by dry magazines or books - come see the best that the world has to offer! Convention Center. Info www.sandiegotravelshow.net MARCH 10 Drought-Tolerant Exotics - Seminar and Plant Sale: Learn how to grow and care for the protea species. Walter Parkola of Blossom Valley Protea will discuss these exotic-looking plants, including the stunning pincushion and a favorite of hummingbirds, the unusual grevillea. Walter’s one-hour presentation at 10:00 am will be followed by a sale of gorgeous plants from his nursery from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Please register for the seminar by visiting our online class calendar, or calling the Garden at 619-660-0614 ext. 10 or http://thegarden.org MARCH 10 Missoula Children's Theatre presents The Tortoise Versus The Hare: From Auditions to rehearsal to a full-scale musical production in just six days! More than 60 local youngsters, from kindergarten through 12th grade, will be cast in this retelling of the insightful fable. Auditions: Monday, March 5 at 4pm* Performances: Saturday, March 10 at 3 and 7 pm. *Visit www.powayarts.org for audition information. March 10 – 11 Crossroads of the West Gun Show: Crossroads of the West Gun Shows are America's Best Gun Shows. Del Mar Fairgrounds. Info www.crossroadsgunshows.com MARCH 10 San Diego Symphony: Silent Film Night: The Mark of Zorro (1920): Starring Douglas Fairbanks and Noah Beery, The Mark of Zorro is a swashbuckling adventure from 1920. It’s full of plot twists with an irresistible blend of romance, comedy and swordplay as Zorro evades pursuit while fighting all oppressors. Copley Symphony Hall. F Info 619-235-0804 or www.sandiegosymphony.com MARCH 10 The Roots of Reeds from East to West: The Museum of Making Music welcomes renowned ethnomusicologist Dr. Robert Garfias as he leads this discussion and exploration of, The Roots and Diffusion of Reed Instruments from East to West. Info 760-438-5996 or www.museumofmakingmusic.org MARCH 11 Iranian School of San Diego Nowruz Celebration: The Iranian School of San Diego will be celebrating the Persian New Year. The event will be held at: Mt. Carmel High School Auditorium. Info 858-653-0336 or www.pccsd.org March 11 Del Mar Kiwanis Ugly Dog Contest: OK, OK, so you don't have an ugly dog…pick any from 10 categories: Ugliest Dog • Best St. Patty’s Day Costume • Adult’s Cutest Dog • Child’s Cutest Dog • Dog Who Looks Most Like its Owner • Best Trick • Cutest Puppy • Most Unusual Markings • Most Beautiful • Most Handsome Male. Del Mar Fairgrounds. Info 858-755-5913 or www.uglydogcontest.com March 11 San Diego Wine-Family Winemakers: Since its founding in 1991, Family Winemakers of California has presented an Annual Tasting. Originally, the Tasting was developed as an opportunity for member-wineries and California’s wine trade to gather together. Because FWC represented the smaller wineries, the tasting was a unique opportunity to showcase the winemaking craftsmanship of vintners from across the state. Del Mar Fairgrounds. Info www.familywinemakers.org MARCH 15 San Diego Symphony: Mozart's Turkish March: A special weeknight Jacobs Masterworks concert! Rising young violinist Augustin Hadelich makes his San Diego Symphony debut with one of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s more colorful violin concertos, the "Turkish." Info 619-235-0804 or www.sandiegosymphony.com MARCH 16 Lake Poway Trout Season Promotion: Lake Poway will be offering special promotions throughout Trout Season! Don't miss your chance to catch the "Big One" and keep a few extra dollars in your pocket. State Fishing Licenses not required. March 16 - Buy one fishing permit, receive a free permit of equal value for the next day. Info www.poway.org March 16 - 18 Head to Toe Women's Expo: Show with products and services appealing to women, such as clothing, jewelry, medical services, books, service organizations, dance, cosmetics and more. Del Mar Fairgrounds. Info www.headtotoewomensexpo.com MARCH 16 – APRIL 1 "for colored girls who considered suicide when the rainbow is enuf": By Ntozake Shange, is a series of 20 poems, collectively called a "choreopoem." Shange's poetry expresses the many struggles and obstacles that African-American women face throughout their lives. Info www.cgtsd.org MARCH 17 ShamROCK: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the ultimate outdoor party. With over 40,000 square foot Astroturf, they literally turn the streets green! Party includes live Irish rock bands, super fun DJs, special entrance to clubs and bars, and of course, Irish food & green beer! Ticketed event/21 and up only. Info (619) 233–5008 or gaslamp.org MARCH 17 Reflections on Five Centuries of Sikh Tradition: Worldwide there are 25.8 million Sikhs and they make up 2% of the Indian population. Dr. Gurinder Singh Mann, the Kundan Kaur Kapany Chair in Sikh Studies at UC Santa Barbara, presents this unique opportunity to learn about Sikh history and tradition. San Diego Museum of Art. Info www.sdmart.org MARCH 17 - 18 Annual Historic Home Tour Weekend: Join SOHO on March 17 and 18 for our Annual Historic Home Tour Weekend featuring the early 20th-century homes of Bankers Hill. Info www.sohosandiego.org MARCH 17 – APRIL 8 Tortilla Curtain: This world premiere production is adapted from the modern fiction classic by T.C. Boyle, the writer Newsweek calls "America’s most imaginative contemporary novelist." Lyceum Stage. Info www.sdrep.org MARCH 18 Orchestra Nova: It's all about Spain. Passion! FIre! Romance! A extraordinary sensory experience is on tap for this evening of entertainment. Guest artists: Victoria Mature, soprano Fred Benedetti, guitar. 8:00 PM. Info www.poway.org MARCH 18 Seed-starting Workshop at The Cosmo: Learn everything a hoping-for-green-thumb needs to raise a summer full of vegetables, fruits, and herbs, including seed-starting secrets developed by expert Nan Sterman. Learn seed-starting basics plus enjoy delicious dishes by Cosmo Chef Andrew, using the vegetables you'll learn to grow. Info and registration MARCH 18 LJPC Concert Series: Let Freedom Ring - Presenting a rousing concert of patriotic songs and marches by a military band to be announced closer to the concert date. 7 pm. 7715 Draper Avenue, La Jolla. Info www.ljpresmusic.com MARCH 20 Secrets of the Best Landscape Designers: Learn the secrets of professional landscape design with local Landscape Designer Connie Beck. She will introduce you to principles you need to know to design beautiful, functional and low water landscapes you will enjoy for years. Connie will share an inspirational visual presentation to illustrate good design and help you to avoid pitfalls of owner-designed landscapes. Info www.thegarden.org MARCH 21 - 24 The Second City's Laugh Out Loud Tour: The Second City's Laugh Out Loud Tour features some of the best sketches, songs, and improvisations from The Second City's 52-year history. Second City's exciting new tour welcomes the next generation of the comedy world's best and brightest in an evening of hilarious sketch comedy and Second City's trademark improvisation. Info www.lajollaplayhouse.org MARCH 22 - 25 Fred Hall's Fishing Tackle, Boat & Travel Show: Annual expo for boating and fishing enthusiasts, featuring equipment, travel and other information. Del Mar Fairgrounds. Info www.fredhall.com MARCH 24 - 25 Sixth Annual Busker Festival: The celebration brings colorful street performers like sword swallowers, jugglers on unicycles, escape artists and comedic stuntmen to the cobblestone streets of downtown’s Seaport Village. The extraordinary and bizarre talents at this year’s festival will provide outdoor amusement for all unlike any other festival in the region. Info www.seaportvillage.com MARCH 24 Chef's Fire Up the Iron Horse: Chefs de Cuisine and The Pacific Southwest Railway Museum are both celebrating over fifty-years of service to their San Diego communities. Info www.sdrm.org MARCH 25 Copland's America: Classics 4 Kids presents "Copland's America" at the historic Balboa Theatre in Downtown San Diego. Explore the rich music of twentieth century composer Aaron Copland and the "American" sound. Sing along with the Classics Philharmonic Orchestra and experience the collaboration of guest dancers and musicians as we celebrate Copland's extraordinary music through works that celebrate our great nation. Info 619-231-2311 or www.classics4kids.com MARCH 29 Behind the Scenes of Asian Court: Sonya Quintanilla, Curator of Asian Art, tells all regarding the new Asian Court and reveals surprising details about the special exhibitions Echoes of the Past and Dyeing Elegance. Reception afterwards includes tea and refreshments. Info www.sdmart.org MARCH 30 - APRIL 1 San Diego Symphony-Faure’s Requiem: Known as the most mellow and beautiful of all Requiems in the classical repertoire, Gabriel Fauré infuses his masterpiece with an undeniably French character. Also, several of the Symphony’s principal performers add their own character to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s lively Sinfonia Concertante for Winds. Info www.sandiegosymphony.org MARCH 30 – APRIL 15 The Mikado: Here is your only chance to join your favorite Gilbert and Sullivan characters from the town of Titipu, as they try to save themselves from execution by outwitting the frightening Katisha and force the Lord High Executioner, Ko-Ko to marry her. Info www.lyricoperasandiego.org March 30 - April 1, 2012 Goodguys 12th Meguiar’s Del Mar Hot Rod & Custom Car Nationals: Huge indoor and outdoor happenin’ at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, featuring more than 2,000 hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trick trucks through ’72. Shop at hundreds of vendor/exhibitor booths or take a trip to the Swap Meet for automotive-related parts and Cars 4 Sale. There’s fun for the whole family with a Model Car Show and kids' free model make-and-take, plus live entertainment all weekend long! Info www.delmarnats.com MARCH 31 Women In Jazz: Six of San Diego's best female jazz artists come together for a special evening celebrating the feminine side of jazz and the work of female composers from around the world. Info 760-438-5996 or www.museumofmakingmusic.org
San Diego Crew Classic on Mission Bay: 4,000 athletes from more than 100 universities, clubs and high school programs from across the United States will participate in this premier rowing event in San Diego. Info www.crewclassic.org |
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