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Arms Wide Open Presents “TARZAN, Beat of the Jungle”
Arms Wide Open is a non-profit organization founded in 2008 and dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with special needs by fostering caring social environments and creating opportunities for recreation and participation in the performing arts. Arms Wide Open is thrilled to announce their upcoming production of “TARZAN, Beat of the Jungle” running at […]
San Diego Junior Theatre Presents “A Bad Case of Stripes: The Musical”
San Diego Junior Theatre continues its vibrant 78th season with “A Bad Case of Stripes: The Musical,” a whimsical and heartfelt adaptation of the beloved children’s book by David Shannon. “A Bad Case of Stripes: The Musical” brings to life the story of Camilla Cream, a young girl who struggles with fitting in and finds herself literally transforming […]
Descendants of Early San Diego Honor Leather Jacket Soldiers at 44th Annual Luncheon
This past month, the Descendants of Early San Diego (DESD) held its 44th Annual Luncheon on June 27, 2026, at Howard Ballard Parent Hall in Old Town San Diego. The event honored the Leather Jacket Soldiers (Soldados de Cuera) who established the Presidio of San Diego in 1769 and contributed to American independence during the […]
North Coast Repertory Theatre Presents “The Most Happy Fella”
Come see what makes this fella so happy. North Coast Repertory Theatre presents “The Most Happy Fella,” a new intimate version of Frank Loesser’s lush, romantic musical masterpiece — filled with soaring melodies, tender ballads, and vibrant Broadway showstoppers that paint a rich emotional landscape. Set against the sun-drenched vineyards of California’s Napa Valley, this […]
Write Out Loud Presents Three Programs Celebrating Our Nation’s History
On the momentous occasion of the Semiquincentennial (250 Years) of our country, Write Out Loud is thrilled to join the celebration, bringing three programs to the San Diego region that highlight the history of our nation and the importance of American values: freedom, equality, individualism, humanity and community. Artistic Director, Veronica Murphy, shared “We are honored to have […]
An Afternoon with Playwright of “Real Women Have Curves”
Award winning playwright Josefina López will be in San Diego on April 11, 2026 for a one-day speaking engagement at Point Loma Nazarene University. One year after her Broadway debut of the musical “Real Women Have Curves”(April 27, 2025, at the James Earl Jones Theatre), López invites the local community of students, educators, and theatre artists […]
The Old Globe Announces the World Premiere, Pre-Broadway Engagement of the New Musical “Begin Again”
The Old Globe is pleased to announce that the world premiere, pre-Broadway engagement of the new musical “Begin Again”will round out its 2026 season. The production is based on the film written and directed by John Carney; adapted by Jenna Clark Embrey; with an original score by Pat Monahan of the band Train; music supervision, arrangements and orchestrations by Brian Usifer; choreography […]
San Diego Junior Theatre Presents “Shrek the Musical”
San Diego Junior Theatre proudly presents “Shrek the Musical,” the hilarious and heartwarming stage adaptation of the beloved DreamWorks film. Packed with laughter, larger than life characters, and an unforgettable score, this fairy tale remix proves that happily ever after comes in all shapes and sizes. Based on the Oscar winning animated film, “Shrek the Musical” follows an […]
Read! Imagine! Create! Student Celebration
Write Out Loud – an organization founded in 2007 with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading literature aloud for a live audience – announces this year’s Read! Imaging! Create!celebrating the novel, “When the Emperor Was Divine”by Julie Otsuka. This event celebrates the creations of Middle and High School students who have read […]
Mindfulness Teacher and Author Brings Her Teachings to Verse
According to the American Psychological Association, people in the United States are feeling divided, disconnected and lonely – all which increase anxiety levels. So, the timing couldn’t be more perfect for local mindfulness teacher and author, Julie Potiker’s first poetry collection “Gentle Currents: Poems of Pause & Peace,” which was recently published and features gorgeous illustrations from […]
