THINGS TO DO

The Bold, the Beautiful & the Brilliantly Weird

  • Rex v. Plantagenet: A Shakespeare Mock Trial and Talkback

    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

    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.

  • San Diego Undersea Film Exhibition

    Dive into the 26th annual San Diego Undersea Film Exhibition at Qualcomm Hall, showcasing breathtaking underwater films from around the world. With affordable tickets, audience-choice prizes, and works by acclaimed filmmakers, this two-night festival has grown from local dive shop roots into one of the world’s premier underwater film events.

  • Dancemaker

    This Academy Award–nominated documentary offers an intimate look at legendary choreographer Paul Taylor, tracing his creative process, collaborations, and lasting impact on modern dance. Presented in conjunction with Alex Katz: Theater and Dance.

  • San Diego International Film Festival

    The San Diego International Film Festival returns with world-class cinema and more than just screenings. Enjoy premieres, filmmaker Q&As, VIP lounges, receptions, and parties that bring film lovers and industry pros together. Hosted at AMC UTC 14, this award-winning festival has premiered films that earned 36 Academy Awards and 167 nominations, making it one of […]

  • Jean Isaacs, The Legacy Concert

    The Legacy Concert honors Jean Isaacs’ 60-year dance career with standout works performed by longtime collaborators. Join the celebration of a San Diego icon.

  • BOOgie Night

    Step into the playful unknown with BOOgie Night, Negative Space Dance Collective’s debut improvised dance performance. Join the Halloween-inspired fun as audience interaction shapes the show in real time.

  • Culinary Cinema: The Chef & the Daruma

    Experience The Chef and The Daruma at the San Diego International Film Festival’s Culinary Cinema—film, food, and artistry in one unforgettable Sunday celebration.

  • San Diego Ballet: Landscapes Art of the Americas

    The San Diego Ballet is in residence with the Museum this season offering a dynamic celebration of art, music, and dance as part of the Museum’s 100th anniversary in February 2026. San Diego Ballet’s residency begins with a program honoring SDMA’s ongoing Art of the Americas exhibition. The performance features Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring, reimagined […]

  • Spooky Shakespeare

    Celebrate Halloween with the San Diego Shakespeare Society as actors present spine-chilling performances that connect to works of art from across the Museum’s collection. Enjoy scenes from Richard III, Hamlet, Titus Andronicus, Romeo and Juliet, and Macbeth.