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San Diego prepares for a week filled with cultural events from ballet classes to live music. The lineup spans workshops, theater premieres, and community activities, ensuring something for everyone. Highlights include ballet folklorico classes, the San Diego International Summer Organ Festival, and the world premiere of ‘The Heart’ musical. The Old Globe also presents ‘Deceived’, while outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy birding and film screenings. This diverse offering promises to engage both residents and visitors in the vibrant arts scene of San Diego.
San Diego – A variety of exciting events are lined up in San Diego from August 18 to August 22, catering to diverse interests, ranging from performing arts to interactive community activities. Residents and visitors alike can look forward to numerous free opportunities and ticketed performances throughout this period.
On Monday, August 21, the San Diego Public Library at 3795 Fairmount Ave will offer free ballet folklorico classes from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. These classes welcome participants of all ages and skill levels, providing an inclusive platform to explore traditional dance. Concurrently, the 37th Annual San Diego International Summer Organ Festival will host a concert starting at 7:30 p.m. at Spreckels Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park, featuring Civic Organist Raúl Prieto Ramírez along with conductor Alejandro Gómez Guillén and concertmaster Jeff Thayer.
On Tuesday, August 22, artists can participate in a Live Model Drawing session at The San Diego Museum of Art, beginning at 10 a.m. This session allows participants to hone their drawing skills in a supportive environment.
Later in the week, La Jolla Playhouse will present the world premiere of a musical titled “The Heart,” depicting the journey of a human heart. Previews for the show run until August 30, with official performances starting on August 31 and running through September 28. Showtimes are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays to Fridays, 2 and 8 p.m. on Saturdays, and 1 and 7 p.m. on Sundays.
In addition, the Old Globe is presenting the West Coast premiere of “Deceived,” a psychological thriller by Johnna Wright and Petty Jamieson. The production runs until September 7, with performances at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays through Thursdays and 8 p.m. on Fridays.
This week’s artistic offerings also include Moonlight Stage Productions’ rendition of “Fiddler on the Roof,” running at Moonlight Amphitheatre through August 30. The classic musical explores themes of tradition and change in a vibrant setting.
For those interested in classical music, Midweek Masterworks features Penderecki’s Clarinet Quartet and Schubert’s String Quintet in C Major, taking place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday at Baker-Baum Concert Hall in the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center.
Outdoor enthusiasts can join a birding outing at Lindo Lake, organized by the San Diego Bird Alliance, on Thursday at 8 a.m. This event is suitable for all experience levels, allowing participants to connect with nature and learn about local bird species. The Pearl Hotel will also host a pool-side movie screening of “Fargo” at 8 p.m. on Thursday, providing a relaxed evening entertainment option.
Additionally, an engaging “The ’70s, the Golden Age of the Album” song revue will be showcased at Lamb’s Players Theatre from Wednesday to Sunday. On Thursday, attendees can partake in a one-night wine tasting event at the San Diego Botanic Garden, which will feature Italian wines paired with charcuterie snacks from 6 to 7:30 p.m. A literary event known as Verbatim Books in the Park will start at 5:30 p.m. at Bird Park, welcoming guests of all ages to enjoy readings and discussions.
On Friday, a live performance of “Clue” at UC San Diego will incorporate interactive crime-solving elements from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Later that evening, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park will host a screening of “Barbie” accompanied by live orchestral music conducted by Macy Schmidt, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. An author event featuring Kim Fay will take place at Warwick’s at the same time, discussing her book “Kate & Frida.” For comedy enthusiasts, a telenovela improv performance by Lirrer will begin at 8:30 p.m. at Mockingbird Improv.
Finally, the weekend will mark the concluding performances of “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” at North Coast Repertory Theatre, offering shows on both Friday and Saturday nights, alongside weekend matinees.
From free community classes to premier theatrical presentations, this week’s lineup in San Diego promises entertainment for everyone. Whether seeking culture, art, or nature, residents and visitors will have ample opportunities to engage with their community.
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- Fox 5 San Diego: Free Events This Weekend
- NBC San Diego: Weekend Events
- San Diego Magazine: Events This Weekend
- San Diego Magazine: August Events
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