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SUMMARY:Jewish Short Play Festival
DESCRIPTION:After a successful debut\, the Jewish Short Play Festival returns with more laughter\, drama\, and thought-provoking themes! Celebrating local and beyond\, this year’s festival features short plays performed by San Diego’s brightest actors. Directed by Debra Wanger\, the event explores themes of identity and tradition in contemporary Jewish life. Don’t miss this community-driven celebration of talent and storytelling.\nMonday\, June 23\, 2025 | 7:00 pm\nDavid & Dorothea Garfield Theatre\nLawrence Family JCC
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/jewish-short-play-festival/
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word / Literature,Theatre
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
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SUMMARY:Ran
DESCRIPTION:Experience Ran\, Akira Kurosawa’s stunning adaptation of King Lear\, hailed as one of the greatest films ever made. This 1985 epic explores the tragic downfall of warlord Hidetora Ichimonji after dividing his kingdom among his sons. Featuring powerful performances and breathtaking visuals\, Ran is a masterwork of Japanese cinema.\nDirector: Akira Kurosawa Run Time: 160 min. Release Year: 1985 Language: Japanese\nStarring: Akira Terao\, Daisuke Ryū\, Jinpachi Nezu\, Mieko Harada\, Tatsuya Nakadai\nJune 26 – July 3\, 2025\n1100 Market Street\nSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/ran/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T200000
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SUMMARY:SD VAMP: Challenge Accepted
DESCRIPTION:Join the June edition of SD VAMP: Challenge Accepted on Thursday\, June 26\, 8–10 PM at Whistle Stop Bar. Hear bold\, funny\, and inspiring true stories from local storytellers who faced down life’s biggest challenges—whether heroically or hilariously. Featuring Amanda Qassar\, Lisane Basquiat\, Katerina Vee\, Kristen Nash\, Sidra Montgomery\, Stephanie Hansen\, and Tina Huong. Tickets are $10. Ages 21+.\nJune 26\, 2025\n8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/sd-vamp-challenge-accepted/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Spoken Word / Literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T231139Z
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SUMMARY:VIP Arts & Culture Baja Tour – PERFORMING 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 performing 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 Cult\nFriday\, June 27\, 9am-5pm: Performing Arts Tour\n\nExperience an exclusive tour of a private theater.\nEnjoy a contemporary dance performance at the Conservatorio de Danza México.\nSavor Baja’s finest wines during a private tasting.\nDelight in a gourmet lunch blending Mexican and fusion flavors.\nEnjoy live jazz in an iconic Baja venue.\nReturn transportation to the Tijuana border crossing.\n\nPrice per person: $300 USD\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-performing-arts/
CATEGORIES:Culinary Arts,Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T200000
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SUMMARY:San Diego Black Arts & Culture District Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black creativity and culture at the Annual San Diego Black Arts & Culture District Music Festival on Saturday\, June 28\, 2025\, from 12–8 PM at MLK Park. Enjoy live performances by Miki Vale\, C.C. Carter\, Daneen Wilburn\, Lenny “Fuzzy” Rankin\, and Ben Williams\, plus community activities all day. Explore art exhibits\, a STEAM tent\, local vendors\, and more in this family-friendly celebration of music\, history\, and innovation.\nSaturday\, June 28\, 2025\n12:00 PM 8:00 PM \nMartin L. King Jr. Park\n6401 Skyline Drive\nSan Diego\, CA\, 92114
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/san-diego-black-arts-culture-district-music-festival/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T143000
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SUMMARY:National Theatre Live: A Streetcar Named Desire
DESCRIPTION:Director: Nick Wickham Run Time: 174 min. Release Year: 2014\nStarring: Ben Foster\, Clare Burt\, Corey Johnson\, Gillian Anderson\, Vanessa Kirby\n\nSynopsis: As Blanche’s fragile world crumbles\, she turns to her sister Stella for solace – but her downward spiral brings her face to face with the brutal\, unforgiving Stanley Kowalski.\nShowtimes:\nSaturday\, June 28\, 2025: 12:15\nSunday\, June 29: 2025: 12:45\nTicket Prices: $18 Regular / $16 Students & Seniors / $15 Members *NO OTHER DISCOUNTS/PASSES ALLOWED*\nTrailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0SOh95iunE&ab_channel=NationalTheatre
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/national-theatre-live-a-streetcar-named-desire/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T150000
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SUMMARY:Taste of Adams Avenue
DESCRIPTION:40+ Eateries\, Two Miles of Tastings. Experience a delicious mix of burger joints\, cafés and sushi restaurants that weave in seamlessly with the eclectic\, folksy\, tried-and-true mainstays on University Heights\, North Park\, Normal Heights and Kensington.\n\nSaturday\, June 29th\n11:00am – 3:00pm\n3441 Adams Avenue\nSan Diego\, CA 92116
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/taste-of-adams-avenue/
CATEGORIES:Culinary Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
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SUMMARY:8th Annual PROUD+
DESCRIPTION:Now in its 8th year\, PROUD+ returns to The Studio Door with a dynamic national exhibition of contemporary LGBTQIA+ art\, juried by trailblazing gallerist Jonathan Carver Moore. This year features powerful works by queer POC artists and fashion photographer Max-Arthur Mantle’s Bodies Series. Local highlights include Carole Kuck’s immersive installation of 50 LGBTQIA+ flags and the Words of Pride triptych honoring Hillcrest’s new cultural district status. Don’t miss the Preview Night on July 3 and the public reception on July 12.\nJuly 3 – August 1\, 2025\nThe Studio Door\, Hillcrest\n \n \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/8th-annual-proud/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706
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SUMMARY:25 years of The Hapa Project
DESCRIPTION:Artist and author Kip Fulbeck started The Hapa Project in 2001\, photographing over 1\,200 individuals who identified as multiracial\, including their handwritten response to the question\, “What are you?”\nhapa.me – 25 years of The Hapa Project features Fulbeck’s photographic portraits as he revisits the cultural and artistic significance of the work\, its impact on the participants\, and the changing awareness of multiracial identity in the United States. Nearly 25 years later\, Fulbeck has re-photographed 130 of the original participants and asked them to write new personal statements\, exploring how our self-definitions and perspectives change over time.\nA selection of portraits from The Hapa Project were first featured at the Museum of Us in the exhibition Race: Are We So Different? In this expanded exhibition\, visitors are invited to reflect on what it means to be you.\nThe Museum of Us invites visitors to participate in The Hapa Project through an interactive element in the exhibition. On select dates\, visitors can have their portraits taken on a polaroid camera in the exhibit and write their own personal statement responding to the question\, “What are you?” Portraits will then be displayed in the exhibit. \nFriday and Saturday\, July 4-5\, at 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.\nThe Museum of Us\n1350 El Prado\nSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/25-years-of-the-hapa-project/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250714
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SUMMARY:The Morning After
DESCRIPTION:First we ate\, then we drank. Now\, look what we’ve woken up to! Finish up the night with us as we navigate the nuances of…\nThe Morning After\nDirected by Erica Buechner\nChoreographed by Blythe Barton\, Erica Buechner\, Bradley Lundberg\, and Michael Mizerany\nThe Morning After is the third in a series of movement performances in the Art Produce Gallery – following the food and drink themes of Feast on This (2017) and SAUCED (2022).\nThe storefront gallery allows for unconventional presentation opportunities for artists and unexpected art encounters for viewers. The Morning After is no exception! The work offers 20 audience members an intimate view of the performance from inside (ticketed seats) while passersby on the street have visual access from outside – becoming an unexpected\, and unpredictable\, part of the scenery.\nThis 30 minute show features 8 professional San Diego dance artists: Blythe Barton\, Erica Buechner\, Nikki Dunnan\, Cecily Holcombe\, Robby Johnson\, Nick McGhee\, Jessica Rabanzo-Flores\, and David Wornovitzky.\nSaturdays\, July 5 & 12  – 6pm\, 7pm\, 8pm\nSundays\, July 6 & 13 – 6pm\, 7pm\nArt Produce Gallery\n3139 University Ave San Diego\, CA 92104
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/the-morning-after/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250816
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T042805Z
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SUMMARY:ACCESS
DESCRIPTION:Possibility II by Gabrielle Berens \nAccess is a group exhibition featuring materially and conceptually diverse works by multidisciplinary artists Carolina Danu\, Yena Kim\, Nanzi Muro\, Gabrielle Berens and Philip Brun Del Re.\nThis exhibition presents the possibilities of visual arts studies in higher education. Danu\, Kim\, Muro\, Berens\, and Brun Del Re all current or recently graduated MFA students\, strongly believe in the need for diversity in the arts.\nThrough printmaking\, textiles\, ceramics\, digital graphics and illustrations\, paintings\, and woven sculpture\, the selected works celebrate the evolving practices of these emerging artists and will serve to inspire the possibilities of material expression. The title of the exhibition\, Access\, represents access to arts education\, access to facilities\, access to community\, as well as access to expression through a variety of media and materials.\n\nOn view: July 5 – August 15\, 2025\nBonita Historical Society\n4355 Bonita Road\nBonita\, CA 91902
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/access/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250727
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
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SUMMARY:26th Athenaeum Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 26th Athenaeum Summer Festival presents a series of four concerts that will feature virtuoso pianist Gustavo Romero. Continuing a beloved tradition\, this summer Gustavo Romero will celebrate and focus on the piano music of Sergei Rachmaninoff\, including his preludes\, etude-tableaux variations\, and sonatas\, accompanied by select pieces by his Russian contemporaries. For 25 years\, the Athenaeum has presented unforgettable festivals featuring Gustavo Romero performing the complete piano repertoire of a specific composer. Whether you have been with us all 25 years or have yet to experience the wonder of this artist—who plays from memory—you will not want to miss our upcoming 26th Summer Festival.\nSundays at 4pm\, July 6\, 13\, 20 & 27\, 2025\nAthenaeum Art Center\n1955 Julian Avenue\nSan Diego\, CA 92113\n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/26th-athenaeum-summer-festival/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250902
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
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SUMMARY:37th Annual San Diego International Summer Organ Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Spreckels Organ Society presents the 37th Annual San Diego International Summer Organ Festival\, the largest organ festival in the United States\, featuring the Spreckels Organ\, the largest open-air musical instrument in the world! The summer-long festival – directed by Raúl Prieto Ramírez\, Spreckels Organ Society’s Artistic Director and San Diego’s Civic Organist – takes place in the heart of Balboa Park\, from July 7 through Sept. 1. The Society brings these special 90-minute concerts to the Spreckels Organ Pavilion for free each Monday evening at 7:30 p.m.\n\nThis season’s line-up includes acclaimed international organists and competition winners. Highlights are:\n\nSoprano Alisa Jordheim\, who recently performed with San Diego Opera as Despina in Così fan tutte and Gilda in Rigoletto.\nAn organ & orchestra celebration with concertos by Poulenc\, Parker and Bach\, plus a premier by Civic Organist Prieto Ramírez. Conducted by Alejandro Gómez Guillén with Raúl Prieto Ramírez (soloist)\, and Jeff Thayer (concertmaster).\nThe Not-So-Silent Movie Night\, featuring Laurel & Hardy films with Russ Peck\, organist.\nAnd an all-Beatles Labor Day Classic Rock Concert to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the San Diego Beatles concert.\n\nEVERY MONDAY NIGHT JULY 7 TO SEPTEMBER 1 AT 7:30PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/37th-annual-san-diego-international-summer-organ-festival/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media,Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250804
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SUMMARY:Karaoke Dreams
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to a neon-soaked sanctuary where the mic is hot\, the beer is cold\, and one unforgettable night turns a dive bar into a confession booth\, a concert stage\, and a second chance. In this immersive\, heartfelt new musical\, every regular\, newcomer\, and wannabe rockstar has a secret\, a song\, and something to prove. As the drinks get stronger and the bass gets louder\, past and present collide — revealing the heartbreaks\, hookups\, and hopes hiding behind the music. Featuring songs by Lady Gaga\, Elton John\, Rihanna\, Queen\, Madonna\, Tracy Chapman\, ABBA\, Bad Bunny\, and many more\, this world premiere is a joyful celebration of connection\, community\, and the catharsis of singing your truth. KARAOKE DREAMS reminds us that sometimes\, the right song really can change everything.\nThis production is presented in collaboration with Blindspot Collective\, an award-winning theater company based in San Diego whose productions won or been nominated for Best New Play\, Best New Musical\, and Best Solo Performance by the San Diego Theatre Critics Circle. It is created and directed by Blake McCarty\, whose work is “broadening the definition of theater” (The New York Times)\, with musical direction by Lyndon Pugeda and choreography by Micah Parra.\nJuly 10th – August 3rd\, 2025\nThursday\, Friday\, and Saturday at 7pm\nSunday at 2pm\nThe Loft @ UCSD
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/karaoke-dreams/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260105
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T024954Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations in Art: Dignity
DESCRIPTION:Conversations in Art is an initiative that invites local artists to engage in meaningful dialogue with works from our permanent collection and on loan to the Museum. This first installment centers on the theme of Dignity—what it means\, how we recognize it\, and how art allows us to reflect on it in ourselves and others. Artists Hugo Crosthwaite\, Anthony Sigala\, Cat Chiu Phillips\, and Shinpei Takeda with The AjA Project have created new works inspired by pieces in the Museum collection.\nThrough inclusive\, interactive elements\, visitors are encouraged to engage personally and share their own perspectives\, helping shape a collective understanding of dignity.\nFeatured: Anthony Sigala\, Boleros (detail)\, 2025. Acrylic on canvas. Private collection. Courtesy of the artist. © Anthony Sigala.\nJuly 11\, 2025–January 4\, 2026\nMOPA @ SDMA\n1649 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA 92101\nAcross from the Lily Pond
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/conversations-in-art-dignity/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250605T215823Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Arts Fest
DESCRIPTION:Summer Arts Fest is bringing the heat with an unforgettable celebration of music\, creativity\, and community at Arts District Liberty Station.\nJoin Arts District Liberty Station for Second Saturdays on July 12th \, August 9th\, and September 13th from 4–7 PM on the North Promenade\, where the lawn comes alive with incredible live bands\, captivating performances\, and the energy of summer in full swing.\nIt’s free\, family-friendly\, and all set in a stunning outdoor setting. So\, grab your picnic blankets\, chairs\, and favorite snacks\, and get ready to dance\, relax\, and soak up the magic of San Diego’s most creative summer nights!
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/summer-arts-fest/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250625T021041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T021041Z
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SUMMARY:Infinite Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Casa Familiar presents Infinite Rivers\, an exhibition honoring ancestral craftsmanship and evolving artisanal traditions across generations. Featuring Indigenous artists from the Kumeyaay\, Zapotec\, Huichol\, and other communities\, as well as artists from San Diego\, Tijuana\, Lebanon\, and Colombia. Curated by Francisco Eme\, the show runs July 12–Sept. 13\, 2025\, at The FRONT Gallery in San Ysidro. Opening reception: July 12\, 5–7 PM\, with a special appearance by Colombian artist and musician Andrea Echeverri.\nOpening reception: July 12 from 5 to 7 pm\,\nThe FRONT Gallery in San Ysidro\n147W San Ysidro Blvd\nSan Ysidro\, 92173
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/infinite-rivers/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250714T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250714T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250710T053016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T053252Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego PoetrySLAM: Gladiator Slam Finals
DESCRIPTION: Don’t miss San Diego PoetrySlam: Gladiator Slam Finals\, the city’s biggest and most thrilling poetry slam! Witness top local poets compete in high-stakes bouts of impromptu verse.\nQueen Bee’s Art and Cultural Center\n3925 Ohio Street\nSan Diego\, CA 92104\n\nMonday\, July 14\n8:00pm – 9:30pm PDT
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/san-diego-poetryslam-gladiator-slam-finals/
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word / Literature
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250624T031115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T031402Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:San Diego’s biggest celebration of diversity and inclusion is calling your name! San Diego Pride returns to Balboa Park with community resources\, booths\, and four stages of live entertainment. San Diego’s Pride Parade is the largest single-day civic event in the region and is among the largest Prides in the United States\, attracting over 250\,000 cheering supporters of the LGBTQIA+ community.\n\nSaturday\, July 19\, 2025 @ 12 PM – 10 PM\nSunday\, July 20\, 2025 @ 12 PM – 9 PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/pride-san-diego/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250710T031842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T031842Z
UID:49944-1752796800-1752969599@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:ARMIDA
DESCRIPTION:Experience Joseph Haydn’s rarely performed opera\, produced with The Hungarian State Opera and Opera Neo. Based on Jerusalem Delivered\, this unique work explores love\, war\, and human desire through the magical story of a knight and a sorceress. Directed by András Almási-Tóth and conducted by Peter Kozma\, the production features young artists from both companies in a powerful\, fresh interpretation.\nPerformances at UC San Diego Park & Market1100 Market Street\, San Diego\, CA 92101Friday\, July 18 at 8:00pmSaturday\, July 19 at 8:00pm
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/armida/
CATEGORIES:Opera
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250718T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250615T233654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T233654Z
UID:49693-1752840000-1752843600@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Nightshade Navarro and The Cloudmakers
DESCRIPTION:Step into the roaring 1920s with Nightshade Navarro and The Cloudmakers\, a high-energy jazz band honoring the soulful swing of Harlem and the vibrant rhythms of New Orleans. Led by renowned bandleader Nightshade Navarro\, this spirited ensemble brings classic tunes and dynamic improvisation to life. Don’t miss their free performance!\nFriday\, July 18\, 2025\n12–1 PM.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/nightshade-navarro-and-the-cloudmakers/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250615T233228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T233228Z
UID:49690-1753212600-1753219800@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Michael Giacchino: Exotic Themes for the Silver Screen
DESCRIPTION:Join Academy Award-winning composer Michael Giacchino for a one-of-a-kind retro night at the Epstein Family Amphitheater. Experience Exotic Themes for the Silver Screen come to life\, as Giacchino reimagines his iconic scores from Lost\, Ratatouille\, Star Trek\, and more—transformed in the lush\, lounge-inspired style of 1950s Exotica. A nostalgic\, vibraphone-filled evening that’s equal parts cinematic and cool.\nJuly 22\, 2025\n7:30 p.m.\nEpstein Family Amphitheater\n9480 Innovation Ln\nLa Jolla\, CA 92093
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/michael-giacchino-exotic-themes-for-the-silver-screen/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media,Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250615T225014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T225014Z
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SUMMARY:The Blank Table
DESCRIPTION:Discover The Blank Table—San Diego’s premier secret dinner series—where culinary artistry meets immersive design. Enjoy a 5-course modern meal by Two Ducks\, 4 paired cocktails\, and a stunning secret location revealed just before the event. Each experience supports Feeding San Diego and offers a night of unforgettable connection\, flavor\, and creativity under the stars. Limited seats available.\nThu Jul 24\, 2025\n6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/the-blank-table/
CATEGORIES:Culinary Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250727
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250718T040304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T040338Z
UID:50021-1753401600-1753574399@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Mademoiselle Cinema at Live Arts Fest
DESCRIPTION:Photo: Masanobu Yamanoue \nSan Diego Dance Theater’s Live Arts Fest I welcomes Tokyo-based dance company Mademoiselle Cinema for A Woman’s Journey\, a poetic and powerful tribute to the Japanese picture brides of the early 20th century. Known for their emotionally rich dance-theater style\, Mademoiselle Cinema blends movement\, memory\, and cinematic elements to explore women’s lived experiences. This internationally acclaimed company brings their deeply personal storytelling to San Diego in a rare U.S. appearance.\nFriday\, July 25\, 2025\, at 7:00 PMSaturday\, July 26\, 2025\, at 2:00 & 7:00 PMLight Box Theater
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/live-arts-fest-threads-of-time-a-womans-journey/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250625T035106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T035106Z
UID:49802-1753401600-1753660799@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:2025 Indigi-Con
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebration of Indigenous sequential art! Indigi-Con features two panels of Native artists and writers\, followed by a mixer with the Afro-Futurism Lounge on Friday. Sunday’s workshop + discussion with California Native comic book creators encourages kids of all ages to attend. All events are free and open to the public.\nJuly 25 · 5pm – July 27 · 11:30am PDT\nDoors at 4:30pm\nUC San Diego Park & Market\n1100 Market Street\nSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/2025-indigi-con/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250719T012913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T012946Z
UID:50043-1753556400-1753569000@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Batman (1989) in Concert: Film in Concert Experience
DESCRIPTION:Relive the magic of Batman (1989) like never before—on the big screen with Danny Elfman’s legendary score performed live by a 50-piece orchestra! Join the action at Petco Park’s Gallagher Square for this one-night-only Comic-Con weekend experience. Enjoy iconic music\, open-air vibes\, and Gotham energy in an unforgettable fusion of film and symphony. Costumes encouraged!\nSaturday\, July 26\, 2025\nShow starts at 8:30 p.m. (gates open at 7 p.m.)\nSeating is unassigned. We recommend arriving early to secure the best spot and enjoy on-site food and drinks.\nPetco Park – Gallagher Square\, San Diego\, CA\n \n \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/batman-1989-in-concert-film-in-concert-experience/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media,Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250511T191518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T232352Z
UID:49425-1753558200-1753565400@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:The Glass Menagerie
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n Experience Philip Glass: The Complete Piano Études in a rare\, full performance featuring ten renowned pianists sharing the stage. This unforgettable evening brings Glass’s iconic\, meditative études to life through the talents of Timo Andres\, Inon Barnatan\, Yulianna Avdeeva\, and more. A must for fans of contemporary classical music.\n\n\nSaturday\, July 26\, 2025 • 7:30 PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/summerfest-2025/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250528T021322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T051758Z
UID:49485-1753574400-1762127999@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:FABULOUS FIBER
DESCRIPTION:FABULOUS FIBER is an immersive exhibition that celebrates the boundless creativity of textile art. Showcasing a range of techniques from quilting and crochet to tufting and embroidery\, the show reimagines traditional fiber crafts in bold\, contemporary ways. With richly textured and sculptural works\, the exhibition offers a tactile antidote to our screen-driven world. Each piece tells a unique story\, inviting viewers into a vibrant\, sensory experience. A must-see for lovers of craft\, color\, and innovation. Curated by Kate Stern.\nJuly 26–November 2\, 2025\n\nOceanside Museum of Art\n704 Pier View Way\nOceanside\, CA 92054
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/fabulous-fiber/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250731T161746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T161746Z
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SUMMARY:A Body of Work
DESCRIPTION:A Body of Work explores the dancer’s body as both the instrument and the archive of their art. Through movement\, the body creates the dance—and through muscle memory\, it stores it. The body becomes both the medium and the message. \nThis photographic project is the result of three years of dedicated work with over 20 dancers from across San Diego County. These artists represent a rich diversity of ages\, ethnicities\, body types\, genders\, and dance styles—including Hip Hop\, Ballet\, Modern Dance\, and Flamenco. \nPhotographed at close range and under controlled lighting\, the images present the body in ways that are at once intimately familiar and curiously abstract. The goal is to invite viewers to see the human form anew—stripped of cultural assumptions and commercial distortions. A Body of Work seeks to restore a sense of wonder and innocence to the most familiar of all objects: our own bodies. \nJuly 31 to September 6\, 2025\nReception: Saturday\, August 9th 4-6pm\n\n​
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/a-body-of-work/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T130554
CREATED:20250519T190240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T190240Z
UID:49447-1753990200-1753997400@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Art Party: Eduardo Chillida Convergence
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a dynamic evening at The San Diego Museum of Art with a full suite of interactive activities\, captivating performances\, delicious food\, refreshing beverages\, and other enchantments celebrating the opening of special exhibition Eduardo Chillida: Convergence.\nThis special Art Party celebrates the Basque region of Spain as well as other facets of Spanish culture and opens Eduardo Chillida: Convergence\, a brand-new exhibition of work by Basque artist Eduardo Chillida. Regarded as one of the foremost sculptors of the twentieth century\, this exhibition showcases Chillida’s profound attunement to the landscape as well as his sensitive handling of materials associated with his native Basque Country\, including iron\, steel\, and oak.\nChillida’s sculptures join elements of nature—such as earth\, sea\, wind\, light\, and space—with aspects of culture\, including music\, poetry\, philosophy\, and architecture. The event is an indoor/outdoor experience with an open-air activity terrace in addition to festivities in the Museum’s rotunda and gallery spaces. Come dressed to impress in your most festive themed attire. You won’t want to miss this multi-sensory evening at the Museum!\nThe San Diego Museum of Art \nJuly 31\, 2025\n7:30–10:30 p.m.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/art-party-eduardo-chillida-convergence/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Visual Arts
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