Step into an evening where poetry finds its pulse in the rhythm of jazz. Classic poems of resilience and connection are reimagined alongside new contemporary works. Introduced on the smooth currents of jazz. Featuring Kahill Childs on Sax, Luke Littie on Bass, Quincy Reyes on Piano, Zollie Wariner on drums and Clarence McDuffie III on trumpet.
For over 25 years, San Diego Dance Theater’s Trolley Dances™ has transformed transit stops into stages, bringing site-specific dance to the public via the city’s trolley system. Created by Jean Isaacs, this unique annual event features original choreography performed by community and company dancers across unexpected urban locations.
The 43rd annual Adams Avenue Street Fair brings 75 bands, food, vendors, beer gardens, and family fun to Normal Heights, Sept. 20-21, 2025.
Sacha’s Supper Club and La Jolla Music Society present Paris After Dark, the debut of the Music Without Borders series. Celebrate 100 years of French and American jazz and pop classics with singer Sacha Boutros, trumpeter Stéphane Bel
Discover the inaugural Hidden City Film Festival in Escondido, Sept. 26–28, 2025, with independent films, shorts, Q&As, and awards celebrating bold new voices in cinema.
Ballet Collective San Diego presents IDIOMA, a vibrant evening of contemporary ballet featuring works by local choreographers Paulette Andalon, Tylor Bradshaw, Holly Meacham, Whitney Edwards, Emily Miller, and guest choreographer Holly Curran of the Metropolitan Opera NYC.
Celebrate the 7th Annual San Diego Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony with live performances, tributes, and awards honoring the Class of 2025.
Join WASTED: Save the Food Fest on Sept. 28 at The Soap Factory—where top chefs transform food waste into delicious bites. Eat, sip, vote, and celebrate sustainability!
The San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival returns October 2–5, 2024, uniting global and regional artists to celebrate 100 years of rich binational jazz heritage across three unique venues.
Vanguard Culture’s 2-day Creative Industry Symposium delves into the transformative power of the arts in shaping a livable and inspiring future. Addressing key topics such as AI’s impact on the creative sector, fundraising in uncertain times, mental health, climate change, and more, this event provides valuable tools and insights for professionals across film, theatre, dance, visual arts, fashion, music, and beyond. Engage in dynamic workshops, thought-provoking panels, portfolio reviews, and exceptional networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and ignite hope for the future of creativity and humanity.
What if Richard III had survived Bosworth Field to face justice? Rex v. Plantagenet stages a mock trial of Shakespeare’s infamous king, with characters called as witnesses and the audience serving as jury. Decide his fate in this lively blend of theatre, history, and courtroom drama.
The World of Hans Zimmer – A New Dimension makes its North American debut this fall, featuring stunning orchestral arrangements of Zimmer’s iconic film scores, curated by the Oscar-winning composer and synchronized with epic visuals.
