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The Old Globe Presents “Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show”
Featuring two-time Tony Award nominee Christopher Sieber in the title role, the comedic Dickens send-up, “Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show,” returns this holidayto the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre. Performances begin run to Sunday, December 24, 2023. The Scrooge parody, set in San Diego, is based on “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, and is written […]
‘Tis the Season for Holiday Favorites at Diane Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Restaurants
This holiday season, Diane Powers’ award-winning Bazaar del Mundo Restaurants – Casa Guadalajara in Old Town San Diego, Casa de Pico in La Mesa, and Casa de Bandini in Carlsbad – are serving special holiday dishes infused with authentic Mexican flavors. All the restaurants offer: Each restaurant features vibrant, spacious dining rooms and patios that […]
Bach Collegium San Diego Presents “Messiah vis à vis El Mesias”
Bach Collegium San Diego (BCSD), one of the country’s leading ensembles, celebrates the holiday season with Handel’s beloved oratorio Messiah with performances both in English and Spanish featuring BCSD’s commissioned Spanish libretto by Mario Montenegro, and delivered with BCSD’s customary virtuosity and vibrancy. The final performance on December 12 at Centro Cultural Tijuana marks the […]
The Holidays Arrive at Liberty Station
Welcome the festive season with the return of the Rady Children’s Ice Rink in Arts District Liberty Station beginning Thursday, November 16, and closing Sunday, January 7. Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary in partnership with the NTC Foundation invites friends and family to join in the winter tradition of ice skating at one of San Diego’s most […]
Family Friendly Sunday Fun-Day at the 22nd Annual Fall Back Festival
It’s a free Sunday fun-day for the entire family at the Fall Back Festival to be held from 11 am. to 4 p.m., Sunday, November 6 at the Davis-Horton House on 4th and Island Avenue in the historic Gaslamp Quarter in downtown San Diego. This free children’s historical street faire is a time-honored tradition that takes place […]
San Diego Civic Youth Ballet Presents “The Nutcracker”
The “Nutcracker” returns to the Casa Del Brado Theatre in Balboa Park from Wednesday, December 6 through Sunday, December 17 as the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet (SDCYB), located at 1800 Village Place, celebrates the joy and spirit of the holiday season. Take an extraordinary journey to the magical Land of the Sweets with brave […]
“A Christmas Carol” Returns to Cygnet Theatre
“A Christmas Carol” returns to Cygnet Theatre for its ninth season of cheer. It has become a true holiday favorite, with San Diegans making Scrooge, the Spirits, and the Cratchit family part of their holiday tradition. Sean Murray, who has directed the holiday musical each year, will once again step into the role of Scrooge in 2023. […]
The Old Globe Presents “Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”
The full cast and creative team for the 26th annual production of “Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” has been announced. Globe Resident Artist James Vásquez (The Old Globe’s Hair, The Merry Wives of Windsor) directs San Diego’s yuletide favorite musical once again with Andrew Polec reprising his role as The Grinch. The production will run from November 8 to December 31, 2022, with […]
The Old Town Christmas Tree Lighting
Join Old Town residents and businesses for an evening of sparkling lights and melodious harmony from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, December 7 at the historic Whaley House complex, located at 2476 San Diego Avenue in Old Town San Diego. The Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce and Old Town Trolley Tours are […]
The Destruction of the Little Red Bungalow
By Kate Callen, District 3 Council Candidate The Little Red Bungalow, a community icon in the heart of Mission Hills, was demolished on Friday, October 6, to make way for an eight-story market-rate housing tower. The Craftsman bungalow was 111 years old. I was invited to speak at Saturday’s vigil at the demolition site. Here are […]
