LA Noir Unscripted
Immerse yourself in the gritty world of 1940s-50s Los Angeles with LA Noir UnScripted. Inspired by authors like Raymond Chandler, Impro Theatre presents fully improvised tales of intrigue, seduction, and murder.
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Movidas Razquaches and Other Cheap Thrills
Join us at Southwestern College Art Gallery for "Movidas Razquaches and Other Cheap Thrills," featuring new works by Perry Vásquez, Feb. 4–Mar. 4, 2025. Explore playful, resourceful art through projects like AI-generated paintings, woven flyer blankets, and more. Gallery hours: Mon–Thu, 10:30 AM–2:30 PM or by appointment.
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WORKING TITLE
Experience cutting-edge art and music at WORKING TITLE, Project ’s fourth annual exhibition. This three-day event showcases innovative works from Southern California, Tijuana, and Baja California’s most exciting artists, curated by Diana Benavidez and Leslie Ann Leytham.
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Long Story Short: Strange Bedfellows
Some of us just can't be the second pea in a pod. Are you and yours idealogically divergent? Do you thrive being the yin to someone's yang? Or maybe there's something that makes you tick that just doesn't fit the rest of your vibe. Join So Say We All's wonderful storytelling series to either tell your stories about unusual pairings, romantic, pedantic, or otherwise... or just to sit in and listen.
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Stories that Connect Us: Selections from the OMA Collection
The Stories that Connect Us: Selections from the OMA Collection
Oceanside Museum of Art presents The Stories that Connect Us, a curated selection from its growing collection of 300+ works celebrating Southern California artists. Featuring 35 artists, from portraiture to abstraction, this exhibition explores the museum’s rich history of exhibitions and relationships with artists and collectors. Works by James Hubbell, Ethel Greene, Italo Scanga, Jen Trute, and John Baldessari, among others, highlight OMA’s commitment to preserving the region’s artistic legacy. -
Twyla Tharp Dance
FeaturedCelebrate 60 years of Twyla Tharp's groundbreaking artistry with a Coast-to-Coast tour featuring two stunning works: Diabelli and SLACKTIDE. The Olivier-nominated Diabelli, set to Beethoven's monumental masterpiece, highlights Tharp's mastery in blending ballet, jazz, modern, and street dance, revealing the depth and humor in Beethoven’s complex variations. SLACKTIDE, a new dance set to a reimagining of Philip Glass's Aguas da Amazonia, explores the rhythms of the Amazon through custom percussion instruments. Don’t miss this extraordinary evening of original choreography, technical brilliance, and musical innovation.
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2025 Oscar Nominated Shorts: Documentary
For the 20th consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 14th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)!
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Tangata & Carnival of the Animals
San Diego Ballet’s Tangata fuses tango and ballet to the sensual music of Astor Piazzolla, while Carnival of the Animals debuts a Latin jazz score by Gilbert Castellanos. A mesmerizing blend of movement and rhythm!
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Lamoise New Works Festival
MOXIE Theatre presents the inaugural Lamoise New Works Festival, Feb. 15-16, 2025—a bold showcase of new plays by women+ playwrights that spark conversation and challenge the status quo.
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afra eisma: hush
Dutch artist Afra Eisma debuts Hush at ICA Central, an immersive, participatory installation exploring breath as a tool for healing. Experience vibrant weavings, ceramics, and tactile sculptures that invite emotional expression and connection.
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Oceanside Intl Film Festival
Celebrate 5 days of cinema, art, and community at the 14th Annual Oceanside International Film Festival, Feb. 18-22, 2025. Discover films on environment, acceptance, individuality, and surf culture in one of California’s cultural districts.
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2nd Level Launch Party
FeaturedJoin Vanguard Culture to celebrate it’s newest partnership with San Diego Art Advisory in Mission Hills! Your ticket includes delicious Baja wines presented by Baja Wine + Food and yummy ceviche bites by local top chefs. Help us celebrate the region’s newest community space surrounded by incredible art and delicious food. Cocktail or artsy attire recommended. We hope to see you there!
