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SUMMARY:Carmen
DESCRIPTION:City Ballet of San Diego – Carmen\nCity Ballet of San Diego’s 32nd season closes with two spectacular one-act ballets\, with live music performed by the City Ballet Orchestra\, John Nettles conducting. This visually spectacular one-act production of Carmen\, set in southern Spain\, follows the downfall of Don José\, a naïve soldier who is seduced by the wiles of the fiery Carmen. José abandons his childhood sweetheart and deserts from his military duties yet loses Carmen’s love to the glamorous torero Escamillo.\nConcert Hall\nCalifornia Center for the Arts\, Escondido
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/carmen/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T170000
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SUMMARY:Space 4 Art: Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:Open Studios is an opportunity for our resident artists to showcase their latest work and creative practices with friends and community— and a rare opportunity for the community to get an intimate view of the creative process.\nCome mingle with fellow art lovers\, artists\, and community members. Expect food\, drinks\, and musical performances by:\n\n\nJazz Pianist\, Tobin Chodos\n\n\nThe Killer Trees Band\n\n\nDrummers Without Borders\n\n\nEntry is always free\, but bring cash\, credit\, or use Venmo to make purchases at our concession table. We’ll offer samosas\, laddoos\, beer\, wine\, and other NA drinks options!\nCheck back here closer to May 3 for the final performance schedule and other details.\n\nSpace 4 Art Inc.\n340 16th Street\nSan Diego\, CA\, 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/space-4-art-open-studios/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T024026Z
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SUMMARY:G Love Art & Music
DESCRIPTION:Internationally acclaimed musician G. Love steps into his role as a visual artist\, showcasing his original paintings alongside a powerful collection of gallery works curated by Monty Montgomery. This is not your average art show—this is a cultural experience.\n\nWHAT TO EXPECT:\nLive Art Installations – Watch top artists create new works in real time.\nCurated Art Gallery – Discover and purchase original pieces from renowned artists.\nDrink Specials – Sip on handcrafted cocktails and local brews.\nLocal Food Vendors – Enjoy delicious bites from San Diego’s best—wood-fired pizza\, elevated tacos\, and fresh\, seasonal dishes. G. Love Acoustic Set – Close out the night with an intimate\, soulful performance by G. Love.\nSat May 3 2025\n7:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Doors 6:00 PM)\nThe Soap Factory\n2995 Commercial St\nSan Diego\, CA 92113
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/g-love-art-music/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T025032Z
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SUMMARY:The Avant Garde Ball
DESCRIPTION:Chaired by Anna Haudenschild Meier\, Jennifer Nelson\, and Alex High\, The Avant Garde Ball invites you to celebrate the fusion of art\, music\, and fashion in a way that San Diego has never experienced before. \nGrab your friends and experience the next big thing at MCASD. The Avant Garde Ball is where contemporary art meets boundary-pushing couture. Let the Museum guide your creativity.\nThis one-of-a-kind party will bring together the next generation of creatives for an unforgettable night out featuring:\n\nOpen bar with crafted cocktails\, beer\, and wine\nHouse music\nIn-gallery DJ listening rooms\nLive music\nImmersive artist installations\nExclusive photo ops\nLate night bites\nVIP experience upgrades: professional photography session\, limited-edition gift\, and first access to shop Re:claimed…\n\nAnnouncing Re:claimed—a vintage pop-up offering a curated selection of pre-loved and sustainably sourced designer accessories and goods! All purchases directly support MCASD.\nPlease note: The Avant Garde Ball is a 21+ event. \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/the-avant-garde-ball/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
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SUMMARY:San Diego French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 5th edition of the San Diego French Film Festival\, presented by the Alliance Française San Diego. From May 4-7\, 2025\, explore the theme of “Love in All Its Forms”\, celebrating romance\, friendships\, and the power of connection through an exceptional lineup of francophone films\, at THE LOT La Jolla\, one of San Diego’s most elegant venues. ​​​\nThe festival kicks off on Sunday\, May 4\, with a red-carpet Opening Gala\, featuring the a feature film and a short film (titles to be announced). Guests will enjoy an elegant soirée with gourmet hors d’oeuvres\, desserts\, champagne\, and live entertainment\, including a DJ-curated dance party.\nFrom Monday\, May 5\, through Wednesday\, May 7\, the festival will present a curated selection of short and feature films. ​On May 5\, save the date for a special panel featuring filmmakers\, actors\, and industry experts.\n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/san-diego-french-film-festival/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250512
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250508T141424Z
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SUMMARY:Gator By The Bay
DESCRIPTION:Gator By The Bay is San Diego’s largest and most authentic Louisiana-themed festival\, held annually around Mother’s Day weekend. Presented by the Bon Temps Social Club\, this four-day\, family-friendly event features over 100 musical acts across seven stages\, southern cuisine (including 10\,000 pounds of crawfish!)\, live music\, dancing\, and more. Located at Spanish Landing Park on San Diego Bay\, this festival has been bringing the spirit of Louisiana to San Diego since 2001.\nMay 8-11\nGator By the Bay\, Spanish Landing Park\n3900 N Harbor Dr\nSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/gator-by-the-bay/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
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CREATED:20250528T020358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T020358Z
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SUMMARY:INTIKA: Men in Textiles
DESCRIPTION:Image: Genaro Morena \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe INTIKA exhibition highlights the rich and evolving tradition of male textile artists\, from the master weavers of Taquile\, Peru\, to contemporary creators redefining the medium. On view are diverse works that incorporate unconventional materials\, sculpture\, and installation art. The show explores the role of textiles in storytelling\, healing\, politics\, and gender identity across cultures. Recognized by UNESCO\, Taquile’s textile legacy anchors the exhibit’s historical context. Curated by Armando Garcia-Orso and Natalie Gonzalez.\nCurated by Armando Garcia-Orso\, VMOTA Curatorial and Education Manager\nin collaboration with Natalie Gonzalez of Oceanside Museum of Art\nMay 10 – October 4\, 2025\nVisions Museum of Textile Art\n2825 Dewey Road\, Suite 100\nSan Diego\, CA 92106
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/intika-men-in-textiles/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T190000
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SUMMARY:PARK OPERA
DESCRIPTION:Project [BLANK] continues its tradition as San Diego’s most innovative producer of opera\, with a new production that busts open the operatic form and scatters its pieces throughout a public park. PARK OPERA is a one-of-a-kind interdisciplinary arts experience\, free and open to the public. Staged outdoors in a public park\, audiences receive a map and follow a wandering course through a landscape filled with music\, art\, and movement. Listeners of all ages will discover unexpected delights as they explore the park\, igniting the imagination\, activating the senses\, and encouraging us to become “all ears”. In the process\, we all can gain a deeper appreciation for our urban natural spaces\, and consider the impact our presence leaves on our beautiful landscape.\nPARK OPERA was conceived by composer Wojtek Blecharz\, and has been performed in public parks in Poland\, Germany\, and Austria. Project [BLANK] is excited to bring this new work to San Diego for its US Premiere.\nMAY 10\, 2025\, 4:00 – 7:00 PM → BALBOA PARK
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/park-opera/
CATEGORIES:Opera,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T220000
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SUMMARY:Always WNDR With The Homies
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable night of music\, art\, and purpose at WNDR Museum San Diego\, as they team up with Always Check On The Homies for an electrifying evening that blends community\, connection\, and creativity. Founded by mental health advocate William Doerr\, Always Check On The Homies is more than just a brand—it’s a movement rooted in care\, vulnerability\, and checking in with the people we love. With a focus on promoting mental wellness through authentic expression and shared experiences\, William has cultivated a powerful platform that uses art\, storytelling\, and curated gatherings to dismantle stigma and spark conversation. This one-night-only takeover of WNDR’s immersive spaces will be soundtracked by a stacked lineup of DJs bringing nothing but pure vibes. Come move through the museum’s interactive installations as each corner of the exhibit transports you to a space full of creativity and wonder—connecting your senses\, your community\, and your intentions.\nTickets are $60 — space is limited. Don’t miss out.\n\n\n\nSaturday May 10\, 7-10 PM\nWNDR San Diego\n422 Market St\nSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/always-wndr-with-the-homies/
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word / Literature,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250513T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250513T170000
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CREATED:20250513T195655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T195655Z
UID:49437-1747123200-1747155600@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:The Harlem Gospel Travelers
DESCRIPTION:The Harlem Gospel Travelers are not from Harlem. They came to Harlem\, however\, from far-flung corners of the five boroughs of New York City\, and it was in Harlem\, that legendary center of African-American culture\, that they found their voices. Since its conception\, they have focused on creating music that uplifts\, inspires\, and spreads the message of love.\nMay 22\, 2025\n8:00 p.m.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/the-harlem-gospel-travelers/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250526
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250423T021730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T050559Z
UID:49299-1747267200-1748217599@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:San Diego International Fringe Festival
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego International Fringe Festival returns for its 13th bold and beautiful year\, celebrating creativity without boundaries and performances that push the edge. This year\, we’re proud to showcase over 45 shows from an extraordinary range of artists representing Nepal\, Australia\, Mexico\, the UK\, and across the U.S.—including Los Angeles\, Nevada\, New York\, and right here in San Diego. Whether you’re a longtime Fringer or new to the movement\, San Diego International Fringe is all about bringing artists together from across the globe to share their stories\, amplify their voices\, and build community through the power of performance.\nMay 15-25\, 2025\n\n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/san-diego-international-fringe-festival/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance,Special Event,Spoken Word / Literature,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250504T205810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T205810Z
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SUMMARY:PechaKucha Night Volume 52: Missed Connections
DESCRIPTION:Whether it’s a glance\, a moment\, or a spark; explore how thoughtfully designed spaces can spark new connections\, provide second chances\, fuel creativity\, and shape our communities for the future.\nPechaKucha Night Volume 52\nThursday\, May 15\, 2025\nTOPIC: Missed Connections\nWhere missed connections meet inspired spaces!\nAttendance is FREE but registration is required.\nDoors open at 6:00 p.m.\nPresentations start at 7:00 p.m.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/pechakucha-night-volume-52-missed-connections/
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word / Literature
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250519T191618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T185820Z
UID:49457-1747353600-1749254399@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Acoustic Evenings at the Athenaeum
DESCRIPTION:The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library is pleased to present the 2025 spring season of the Acoustic Evenings concert series\, beginning May 16. The Acoustic Evenings series at the Athenaeum showcases some of the finest acoustic musicians in San Diego. Multiple acts fill each program\, and attentive audiences delight in the intimacy of the unplugged storytelling format. San Diego Music Hall of Fame founder Jefferson Jay organizes and hosts the series. The project advances the Athenaeum’s commitment to support diverse San Diego talent. Acoustic Evenings is an unforgettable and personal experience for San Diego music lovers. The series\, continuing through June 6\, is set in the Athenaeum’s Joan & Irwin Jacobs Music Room.\nMay 16 – June 6\, 2025 @ 7:30 p.m.\nJOAN & IRWIN JACOBS MUSIC ROOM\nAthenaeum Music & Arts Library\n1008 Wall Street\nLa Jolla\, CA 92037
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/acoustic-evenings-at-the-athenaeum/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250105T202713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T050412Z
UID:47624-1747440000-1747526399@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Romeo & Juliet
DESCRIPTION:Lovely and lyrical. Compelling and heartbreaking. SDB’s production’s of Romeo et Juliet has been moving San Diego audiences for the past decade. A rapturous evening devoted to young love and to those who remember its triumphs and tragedies. Artistic Director Javier Velasco’s re-staging of Shakespeare’s masterpiece is a lush\, yet intimate rumination that focuses on the inner desires of the most famous star-crossed lovers of all time.\n\n\n\nMay 17\, 2025 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Balboa Theatre 868 Fourth AveSan Diego 92101\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/romeo-juliet/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250412T033658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T052655Z
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SUMMARY:LUCHA FEST
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an electrifying celebration of Lucha Libre\, art\, and culture on Saturday\, May 17\, 2025 at Lucha Fest happening at The Soap Factory-a dynamic\, family-friendly event bringing together the best of wrestling\, art\, music\, food\, and community!\nIn collaboration with the Comic-Con Museum\, Gray Area Foundation for the Arts\, Museo de Lucha Libre Tijuana Mexicana\, the Office of the Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego\,USA\, and Global Lucha\, this special event marks the official unveiling of a large-scale mural honoring legendary luchadores.\nExperience the Excitement:\n🎭 Mural Unveiling – Celebrate the launch of a stunning tribute to Lucha Libre’s legacy.\n🔥 Live Lucha Libre Matches – Witness high-flying action from top luchadores from Global Lucha!\n🎶 Dj & Music – Feel the rhythm with beats that keep the energy high.\n🌮 Local Food & Craft Bar – Savor authentic flavors from Wet Tacos and Suncoast Pizza while enjoying the festivities.\n👧Family Friendly Activities – Fun-filled activities for kids.\n📸 Lucha Photo Booth Fun – Snap pics and strike a pose with Lucha-inspired props and backdrops.\nWhen: Saturday\, May 17\, 2025\nTime: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nWhere: The Soap Factory\nAddress: 2995 Commercial St\, San Diego\, CA 92113\nTickets: This is a FREE EVENT\nAges: This is an ALL AGES event with a family friendly atmosphere
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/lucha-fest/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T190958Z
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SUMMARY:Cameron Carpenter: Metropolis
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the dystopian universe of Metropolis—Fritz Lang’s 1927 science fiction classic. Pioneering organist and composer Cameron Carpenter performs his original score for solo organ as the film is projected on a big screen. \nSaturday\, May 17\, 2025\n7:30 PM\nSt. James by the Sea
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/cameron-carpenter-metropolis/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media,Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250412T032629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T032830Z
UID:49212-1747594800-1747602000@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:LOUIS: A Silent Film with Live Musical Performance by WYNTON MARSALIS and CECILE LICAD
DESCRIPTION:Superstar jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis will be joined by renowned classical pianist Cecile Licad and an 11-piece jazz ensemble conducted by Andy Faber for a unique live musical performance to accompany the presentation of LOUIS – A Silent Film. LOUIS was written and directed by Dan Pritzker and shot by Oscar®-winning cinematographer the late Vilmos Zsigmond and pays homage to Louis Armstrong\, Charlie Chaplin\, and the birth of jazz. The film\, set in 1907 New Orleans\, tells the story of a young boy (Louis) born into poverty\, who dreams of playing the trumpet. Marsalis was brought on board to oversee the music for the film and immediately became an integral part of Pritzker’s vision. This live touring show will treat audiences to a modern version of an original immersive-style experience\, blending a live musical performance with the captivating story-telling and classic visuals captured in Dan Pritzker’s LOUIS to provide a (not so) silent film experience.\nWYNTON MARSALIS: THE LOUIS PROJECT\nSunday\, May 18\, 2025 • 7 PM\nBalboa Theatre\nJazz Series
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/49212/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250519T190615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T053231Z
UID:49450-1747958400-1749427199@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Latin History for Morons
DESCRIPTION:Latin History for Morons is a hilarious and insightful exploration inspired by the glaring absence of Latinos in American history textbooks. In this uproarious show\, Rick Najera embarks on a frenetic quest to uncover a Latin hero for his son’s school project. With his comedic flair\, he delivers a whirlwind recap of the Aztec Empire and shines a light on the unsung Latin patriots of the Revolutionary War and beyond\, distilling 3\,000 years of history—from the Mayans to Pitbull—into 110 irreverent and uncensored minutes that are both entertaining and enlightening.\nMay 23- June 8\, 2025\nOceanside Theatre Company\n217 North Coast Highway\nOceanside\, CA 92054
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/latin-history-for-morons/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250113T230720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T230720Z
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SUMMARY:VIP Arts & Culture Baja Tour - VISUAL ARTS
DESCRIPTION:Discover Baja’s Vibrant Art and Culture: A VIP Experience\nImmerse yourself in the rich creative landscape of Baja California with an expertly curated cultural tour of Tijuana’s Visual Arts scene by Art Scene Baja. The VIP experience includes round-trip transportation from the border\, a gourmet lunch\, and wine tasting featuring Baja’s finest vintages.\n– \n\nThe Vanguard Culture team will meet you on the U.S. side of the border and we will walk across together. The Art Scene Baja bus will pick us up immediately on the other side. Guests will be returned to the San Ysidro border and will walk across with the Vanguard Culture team.\nFriday\, May 23rd\, 9am-5pm: Visual Arts Tour\n\nExplore the latest exhibitions at renowned cultural institutions.\nMeet talented local artists in their studios and witness their creative process.\nEnjoy a private wine-tasting experience showcasing premium Baja wines.\nIndulge in a gourmet lunch featuring Mexican or fusion cuisine.\nDiscover exquisite ceramic art and contemporary designs.\nReturn transportation to the Tijuana border crossing.\n\nPrice per person: $300 USD\n  \nWhat to Bring:\n\nComfortable shoes and a light jacket (evening return).\nPersonal or business cards for networking opportunities.\nCash or cards for small purchases (Pesos\, Dollars\, and credit cards are accepted).\nPassport and/or SENTRI card\n\nEmbark on a journey of inspiration and creativity. Reserve your spot today!
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/vip-arts-culture-baja-tour-visual-arts/
CATEGORIES:Culinary Arts,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T180000
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SUMMARY:Sliding Glass Doors
DESCRIPTION:SACRA/PROFANA is super pleased to present Sliding Glass Doors\,  an immersive choral concert exploring the depth and legacy of Black American music through the personal lens of composer\, arranger\, and gospel scholar Dr. Brandon Waddles. The program features a compelling blend of gospel\, spirituals\, and musical theater\, including works composed or arranged by Waddles\, who currently serves as the Associate Music Director for the National Broadway Tour of The Wiz.\nArtistic Director Juan Carlos Acosta calls Waddles “an artist\, professional\, and scholar of the highest caliber\,” and this concert marks a major moment in the ensemble’s evolution.\nSunday\, May 25\, 2025\n4:00 p.m.\nChrist United Presbyterian Church San Diego\n3025 Fir St\, San Diego\, CA 92102\n(Christ United is the third-oldest Black Presbyterian Church in the nation)\nTickets run $15-$40
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/sliding-glass-doors/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250518T065039Z
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SUMMARY:Unified Harmonies
DESCRIPTION:Art of Elan is thrilled to partner with San Diego’s premier contemporary ballet company\, The Rosin Box Project\, for two special performances of “Unified Harmonies\,” a multidisciplinary production that features new choreography alongside the stunning string quartet works of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw and Kian Ravaei\, exploring the crucial role of artists as changemakers and emphasizing the importance of collaboration in today’s world.\nWednesday\, May 28\, 2025\n7:30 PM & 8:50 PM\nThe Baker-Baum Hall at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center\n 7600 Fay Avenue San Diego\, CA\, 9203\n \n \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/unified-harmonies/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250605T220916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T220916Z
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SUMMARY:Jane Austen Wrecked My Life
DESCRIPTION: \nExperience the charming French rom-com Jane Austen Wrecked My Life at San Diego’s Digital Gym Cinema. Follow Agathe’s journey from Paris to a Jane Austen Residency in England\, where romance and self-discovery await. Agathe (Camille Rutherford) is a hopelessly clumsy yet charming young woman who works in the legendary Shakespeare & Co. bookshop in Paris\, while she dreams of being a successful writer\, and of experiencing love akin to a Jane Austen novel\, she finds herself desperately single and plagued by writers block. When Agathe’s best friend (Pablo Pauly) gets her invited to the Jane Austen Writers’ Residency in England\, she finally has her Jane Austen moment…and is caught in a very unexpected romantic triangle. Agathe must let go of her insecurities to decide what she really wants for herself\, and to achieve her romantic and professional dreams.\n\nShowtimes:\nFriday\, May 30\, 2025 – Thursday\, June 12\, 2025\nTicket Prices: $13 Regular / $11 Students & Seniors / $9 Members\nTrailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inLm4GvLQuk&ab_channel=SonyPicturesClassics
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/jane-austen-wrecked-my-life/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250529T061406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T061800Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Music: Voices of our City
DESCRIPTION:This Mental Health Awareness Month\, join us for creativity as self-care. Voices of Our City Choir invites you to experience how music and art become lifelines—tools for mental wellness\, community building\, and hope. Through live performance\, storytelling\, and visual art\, witness how our choir members reclaim joy\, voice\, and healing.\nCome be moved. Come be inspired. Come and play!\nYou will get to experience Voices’ programming like:\n• participating in a songwriting activity with Voices’ facilitators • meeting the producers of our podcast Sounds of the Sidewalk and share your own voice for a future episode • exploring a showcase of art created by members of Voices • individual and in-community art-making opportunities • participating in an improv workshop\nBehind The Music culminates on a high note with a soul-stirring sing-along concert inside St. Paul’s Cathedral. This is more than a music event — it’s a celebration of resilience\, community\, and the healing power of song and art.\nTickets are $35 each. Children welcome — kids under 10 are free.100% of ticket sales go directly to the transformational programming of Voices of Our City.\n\n\nMay 31\, 2025\, 4:30 PM\nSt. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral\n2728 Sixth Ave\nSan Diego\, CA 92103\n\n\n \n \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/behind-the-music-voices-of-our-city/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
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CREATED:20250418T183444Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Mvmnt Fest
DESCRIPTION:Queer Mvmnt Fest is coming up in the beginning of June! QMF showcases artists who identify as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ dance community from San Diego and beyond. The festival features queer-focused spaces as well as events open to the general public\, including performances\, workshops\, panel discussions\, and movement-based short films. Queer Mvmnt Fest addresses inequity through an intersectional lens by centering the work of queer BIPOC and disabled artists.\nThe festival is curated and directed by DISCO RIOT Producing Artists: Desiree Cuizon\, Trystan Merrick\, Martin Anthony Dorado\, and Alyssa Rose
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/queer-mvmnt-fest/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Special Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250617
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250508T053225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T053225Z
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SUMMARY:Art/Elements: a world of our own making
DESCRIPTION:“Art/Elements” is a collection of art\, conceived\, born and raised using the building blocks of all that makes our planet exist in a perfect and orderly fashion. From clay/earth transformed by %re\, to glass\, shaped and polished by sand and sea\, to hand-carved paintings\, reflecting a strong connection to all things natural. All of this work is tremendously individual and diverse\, but brought together in a beautiful\, cohesive collection; a perfect world of Art/Elements.\nAlan Potter; ceramic sculptor\, Rex Allen & Gene Nockengust; beach glass jewelers and Brit Hansen; painter/carver\, will come together in San Diego’s beautiful Spanish Village (Balboa Park) to showcase their unique expressions through their art.\nOpening Reception\, June 7th\n3-7pm or during our\nRegular gallery hours\nJune 4th-16th\n11am-4pm \nVillage Arts Outreach Gallery
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/art-elements-a-world-of-our-own-making/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
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SUMMARY:La Llorona on the Blue Line
DESCRIPTION:La Llorona on the Blue Line by Mabelle Reynoso is an immersive play that interweaves multiple historical timelines aboard San Diego’s Blue Line trolley\, haunted by La Llorona—a spectral embodiment of maternal grief\, injustice\, and memory. Set in light rail train cars from 1920\, 1946\, and 1982\, each era unfolds as a chilling vignette\, revealing hidden truths and long-buried pain as La Llorona traverses time and space. Through ghostly encounters and eerie reckonings\, this immersive play invites audiences to board different train cars\, experiencing how the past lingers in unexpected ways. Here\, the Blue Line becomes a liminal space where truth surfaces and spirits seek justice to wonder if La Llorona is not a monster but a mirror—asking who the real monsters are\, and reminding us that memory cannot be shackled.\nJune 5-21\nNational City Depot\n922 W 23rd St\nNational City\, CA 91950\n \n \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/la-llorona-on-the-blue-line/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T210000
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CREATED:20250105T203208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250105T203209Z
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SUMMARY:East Village Blues Fest
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music at the 4th Annual East Village Blues Fest! This year’s lineup includes the Queen of Boogie Woogie\, Sue Palmer & her Motel Swing Orchestra\, Len Rainey & The Midnight Players\, The Stoney B. Blues Band\, and Zavala Sol & The Tighten Ups—all on the same stage! Join us on Saturday\, June 7th\, from 4-9 PM for incredible performances\, a full bar\, and delicious food from El Comal. 21+ event. Don’t miss out on this electric evening of blues and great vibes!\nQuartyard\n1301 Market Street\nSan Diego\, CA 92101\n \n\n\n\n \n\n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/east-village-blues-fest/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250615T225956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T230023Z
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SUMMARY:Roy Jenuine: Modern Folk Art
DESCRIPTION:Roy Jenuine\, Camping with Dogs Near a Blue Sky\, 2010 \nRoy Jenuine is a mixed media artist hailing from the north coastal beach community of Leucadia\, Calif. He has spent his life’s work blending wood\, photography and found materials to create artful masterpieces spanning functional furniture\, to mixed media assemblage. Jenuine’s work explores materials\, finishes\, and craftsmanship\, as well as observations about his surroundings. He finds humor in the everyday\, captures nostalgia\, pushes the boundaries of function and form. He aligns himself with folk art and architecture\, addressing both complex modernist aesthetics and found elements from the salvage yard. Drawing from his childhood in Los Angeles\, early 1970s residency at the radical architectural project Arcosanti\, and formal training at San Diego State University\, Jenuine has developed a distinctive visual vocabulary that is rigorous\, fun\, meditative and truly original.\nModern Folk Art 1978-now\n312 S Cedros Ave Ste 180\nSolana Beach\, CA 92075\nJune 9-July 6 Thursday-Sunday 11a-6p
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/modern-folk-art-1978-now/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
CREATED:20250605T221806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T221806Z
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SUMMARY:Orlando
DESCRIPTION:Orlando is an aged musician from a small town in central Italy who lost his wife years ago and now lives alone\, playing the accordion at weddings and working the land. Valerio\, his only child\, left for Brussels soon after his mother’s death\, which led Orlando to cut all ties with him. However\, when he reaches out to his father to ask for help\, Orlando feels he must oblige. For the first time in his life\, he leaves the town and travels to Brussels to see Valerio\, only to arrive when it is too late. His son is dead\, leaving behind a nine-year-old daughter\, Lyse. Now\, a new life for Orlando awaits…\nFilm Screening in Italian with English subtitles.\nLa Paloma Theatre\n471 S Coast Hwy 101\, Encinitas\, CA 92024\nJune 12\, 2025\, 7:00 – 9:00 PM PDT
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/orlando/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTSTAMP:20260604T142746
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T210652Z
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SUMMARY:The Kumeyaay Visual Storytelling Project
DESCRIPTION:“Visual storytelling has been apart of Kumeyaay tradition since time immemorial.”\nThe Kumeyaay Visual Storytelling Project is an immersive exhibition that brings the two-part comic Our\, Past\, Present\, and Future and Beyond Gaming\, written by Kumeyaay Tribal Historians Ethan Banegas\, Michael Connolly Miskwish\, Lorraine Orosco\, and Stanley Rodriguez\, to life in three dimensions.\n“Each of these two ways [comics] tells the same story\, but slightly differently. Sometimes\, having the same story told twice is the best way to learn about something that’s complicated. We want these two stories to help everyone learn more about our people\, our story and how we view the world.”\nAuthored by Tribal Historians Ethan Banegas\, Michael Connolly Miskwish\, Lorraine Orosco\, and Stanley Rodriguez\, the exhibition presents history from the perspective of Kumeyaay culture bearers and celebrates the power of visual storytelling through graphic novels. \nOn view through October 19\, 2025\nWisteria Cottage\n780 Prospect Street\nLa Jolla\, CA 92037
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/the-kumeyaay-visual-storytelling-project/
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word / Literature
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