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SUMMARY:San Diego Asian Film Fest Spring Showcase
DESCRIPTION:A focused and high-energy weekend of bold\, independent storytelling from Asia and the Asian diaspora\, the San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) Spring Showcase is one of Pacific Arts Movement’s (Pac Arts) signature year-round programs. \n\n\n\nWhile SDAFF in the fall highlights cutting-edge and emerging voices\, Spring Showcase offers a tightly curated selection of festival favorites\, cinematic standouts\, and some of the most celebrated and popular films from Asia. This streamlined format brings audiences together for a more concentrated and dynamic shared experience. \n\n\n\nApril 24-26\, 2026 – A three-day presentation of Asian cinema\n\n\n\nUltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley7510 Hazard Center DriveSan Diego\, CA 92108
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/san-diego-asian-film-fest-spring-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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SUMMARY:42nd Annual Mission Fed ArtWalk
DESCRIPTION:Samson Low  \n\n\n\nMission Fed ArtWalk is San Diego’s original fine art festival\, filling the streets of San Diego’s Little Italy district with more than 250 visual artists\, four music stages\, interactive art for families\, food and fun. We believe that art is not a luxury. Owning original art\, and having an opportunity to meet the creators\, adds meaning and inspiration to life. Artists travel from across the US and Mexico to show and sell their work. ArtWalk is a grand celebration you won’t want to miss! \n\n\n\nApril 25 & 26\, 202611am-6pm Saturday • 10am-5pm SundayLittle Italy along India StreetDowntown\, San Diego
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/42nd-annual-mission-fed-artwalk/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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SUMMARY:Adams Avenue Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:GAYLE SKIDMORE\n\n\n\nAdams Avenue Unplugged features 90 live musical performances inside restaurants\, bars\, and coffee houses along a two-mile stretch of Adams Avenue from University Heights on the West\, through Normal Heights\, and into parts of Kensington to the East. It also has performances outdoors at various patio locations\, including the Smitty’s Food Court and Lestat’s Coffeehouse. The AABA hopes to treat musical aficionados and foodies to the rich neighborhood culture. \n\n\n\nAdams Avenue Unplugged is free and open to the general public\, with the exception of Alejandro Escovedo’s ticketed performance at the Main Stage (Headliner link/bottom of page). The historic Normal Heights United Church hosts the Main Stage and the Community Beer Garden where you can take advantage of the VIP Food & Drink Deal for $25 (link at bottom of page).
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/adams-avenue-unplugged-2/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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SUMMARY:Fashion Week San Diego - SPRING SHOWCASE
DESCRIPTION:As the official fashion authority of the region since 2007\, we are honored to announce our Spring Showcase in San Diego’s “Jeweled City \n\n\n\nThe Fashion Week San Diego®(FWSD) Spring Showcase serves as the official launch of the fashion season\, acting as a curated preview and networking hub before the main runway events in the fall. Held at intimate\, upscale venues\, the showcase allows designers to debut signature looks and share their brand stories directly with the press and the public. The event is characterized by its commitment to sustainability\, often featuring eco-conscious labels\, its focus on educational growth through partnerships with local institutions\, signature programs and celebrity deisgners that show their brands in. By bridging the gap between international couture and emerging local talent\, the Spring Showcase establishes the year’s aesthetic trajectory and provides a critical business platform for designers to build momentum within the industry. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, April 25\, 2026Official Spring Showcase | 4 PM – 6 PM(Must be 18+ to attend)
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/fashion-week-san-diego-spring-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Fashion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T210000
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SUMMARY:Art Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join Vanguard Culture and UC San Diego Craft Center for Art Garden\, an inspiring evening of visual art\, storytelling\, dance\, and community care. The event also marks the national launch of the Jimi Appleseed Initiative\, a cultural storytelling movement connecting communities across the country through creativity and shared humanity. Guests can experience live performances\, interactive art activities\, and Neil Shigley’s Invisible Nation portrait exhibition while supporting the San Diego Rescue Mission through a handcrafted ceramic bowl fundraiser.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/art-garden-2/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Spoken Word / Literature,Theatre,Visual Arts
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SUMMARY:Film Noir
DESCRIPTION:The National Comedy Theatre cast takes on a classic film genre as it presents an improvised Film Noir. Expect to see detectives\, femme fatales\, guns\, murder\, misogyny\, and mystery as our cast sends up a 1940’s film style. For over two decades\, the National Comedy Theatre has been entertaining audiences of all sizes and types across the nation with our unique brand of interactive\, improv comedy. The National Comedy Theatre San Diego presents improv comedy featuring professional comedians who create a series of scenes – all based on audience suggestions.   \n\n\n\nNational Comedy Theatre3717 India St.San Diego\, CA 92103
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/film-noir/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Firebird & Who Cares?
DESCRIPTION:This world premiere by resident choreographer Elizabeth Wistrich is an original ballet retelling of the story of The Firebird\, a frequent feature of Russian fairy tales. Danced to Igor Stravinsky’s famous and beloved score\, the story begins at a large party where a beautiful young girl\, who possesses special mystical powers she doesn’t yet understand\, is struggling to please her overbearing father. She begins to imagine a new and different life where she can be free to explore her dreams and find love. As her thoughts become stronger\, she finds herself magically transitioning into a powerful creature and she can enter a whole new realm of existence where she can be wherever she desires to pursue her future and find the love of her life. Her journey is not an easy one. Finding peace\, love\, and harmony is more challenging than she ever imagined with powers that threaten to overwhelm her. \n\n\n\nConcert HallCalifornia Center for the Arts\, Escondido
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/the-firebird-who-cares/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:San Diego French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the magic of French cinema at the San Diego French Film Festival\, presented by the Alliance Française de San Diego. This annual showcase features a curated lineup of francophone films—from romance and drama to documentaries—alongside filmmaker conversations and special events. The festival opens with a glamorous red-carpet gala and continues with screenings\, panels\, and cultural experiences that highlight the richness and diversity of French storytelling. A must-attend event for cinephiles and lovers of global culture. \n\n\n\nMay 3–7\, 2026 at The LOT La Jolla and at the Carlsbad City Library
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/san-diego-french-film-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260504T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T235959
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SUMMARY:Surrealism Exhibition: THE LIFE
DESCRIPTION:Dreamlike imagery\, subconscious symbolism\, and uncanny visual worlds collide at Surrealism Exhibition: THE LIFE\, opening May 15\, 2026 at the Broker’s Building Art Gallery Board in downtown San Diego. This free exhibition invites audiences into a thought-provoking exploration of identity\, perception\, memory\, and the blurred boundaries between reality and imagination through contemporary surrealist works. Expect an evening of immersive visual storytelling and unexpected perspectives from artists pushing beyond the ordinary into the fantastical. \n\n\n\nOn view May 4 – June 7\, 2026Opening Reception: Friday\, May 15  •  7 PM – 9 PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/surrealism-exhibition-the-life/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T000000
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SUMMARY:Spectrum 2026
DESCRIPTION:Presented at Gallery 21 in Balboa Park\, Spectrum 2026 is a collaborative exhibition produced by The Studio Door in partnership with the Village Arts and Education Foundation. Curated by RD Riccoboni\, the exhibition features nine local LGBTQ+ artists working in stained glass\, oil painting\, acrylic\, mixed media\, and stoneware. This off-site presentation expands The Studio Door’s cultural footprint into one of San Diego’s most visited destinations. \n\n\n\nRecognized as San Diego’s premier contemporary art gallery\, The Studio Door presents rotating exhibitions throughout the year that reflect the breadth and vitality of today’s visual arts. Showcasing artists from Southern California and across the nation\, the gallery serves the full spectrum of contemporary practice from emerging voices to established professionals while fostering meaningful connections between artists\, collectors\, and the community. For visitors\, The Studio Door offers an authentic cultural experience rooted in creative excellence and local character. \n\n\n\nParticipating artists include Miguel Camacho-Padilla · Trevor Copenhaver · Tommy Diethert · Don Grant · Brian Hicks · Carole Kuck · Martin Luera · RD Riccoboni · Danne Sadler · Patric Stillman · Stefan Talian · Tim Weedlun. \n\n\n\nMay 5-June 1 2026Reception: May 9 from 1 PM – 4 PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/spectrum-2026/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T235959
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SUMMARY:GI Film Festival San Diego
DESCRIPTION:Life Begins. Directed by Oleksii Taranenko\n\n\n\nPowerful storytelling takes center stage at the GI Film Festival San Diego\, returning May 6–8\, 2026 to the Museum of Photographic Arts at the San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park. Presented by KPBS in partnership with the Film Consortium San Diego\, the three-day festival showcases compelling films for\, by\, and about service members and veterans. Featuring documentaries\, narrative films\, filmmaker conversations\, and post-screening discussions\, the festival creates space for reflection\, dialogue\, and community connection through cinema that explores resilience\, sacrifice\, healing\, and the human experience beyond the battlefield.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/gi-film-festival-san-diego/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260202T043620Z
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SUMMARY:35th Annual San Diego Music Awards
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate San Diego’s vibrant music community at the 35th Annual San Diego Music Awards\, where the region’s best musicians\, bands\, and industry creatives are recognized for their contributions and achievements. This special evening includes live performances\, award presentations across multiple genres\, and a chance to honor the artists shaping the city’s sound. Join fellow music lovers for a night of rhythm\, recognition\, and community pride. \n\n\n\nHumphreys Concerts By The Bay2241 Shelter Island DriveSan Diego\, CA 92106
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/35th-annual-san-diego-music-awards/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T200000
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SUMMARY:Hi-Res Edition 004: PAPER/CUTS
DESCRIPTION:Print culture\, storytelling\, and creative community converge at Hi-Res Edition 004: PAPER/CUTS on May 7\, 2026 at the San Diego Made Factory. Part of San Diego Made’s First Thursdays series\, this free evening celebrates self-publishing and the collective power of print through conversations with local authors Stacey Uy\, Megan Groth\, and Bryttney-Mischele\, alongside curated art\, live music\, food\, and drinks. Hosted by Kelsi Taylor with a live DJ set by DJ Destin33\, the gathering offers an intimate and inspiring space for creative exchange among writers\, artists\, and cultural thinkers. \n\n\n\nSan Diego Made Factory2031 Commercial St.San Diego\, CA 92113
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/hi-res-edition-004-paper-cuts/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Spoken Word / Literature,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T220000
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SUMMARY:Bloodlines & Brushstrokes
DESCRIPTION:Bloodlines & Brushstrokes celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month through a dynamic group exhibition highlighting the voices\, stories\, and creative perspectives of a diverse roster of AAPI artists. This marks the first chapter of a two-part exhibition\, followed by a second opening in Escondido in collaboration with Distinction Gallery on Saturday\, May 9th\, from 6–10 pm. Timed with each gallery’s monthly art walk\, both receptions invite the community to experience contemporary works that honor heritage\, identity\, and artistic expression across two connected exhibitions.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/bloodlines-brushstrokes/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T235959
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CREATED:20260413T021127Z
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SUMMARY:14th Annual San Diego Int'l Fringe Festival
DESCRIPTION:Bold\, boundary-pushing\, and unapologetically unconventional\, the San Diego International Fringe Festival returns May 12–24\, 2026\, for its 14th annual celebration of independent performance. Spanning venues across San Diego—and extending into binational spaces—this open-access festival showcases an eclectic mix of theatre\, dance\, music\, spoken word\, comedy\, and more from local\, national\, and international artists. With 100% of ticket sales going directly to performers and a non-juried\, uncensored model\, Fringe offers a rare platform for fearless creativity and fresh voices. Expect the unexpected—and discover something unforgettable. \n\n\n\nAccess CULTURE GEEK Beth Accomando’s deep dive coverage of Fringe Fest HERE.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/14th-annual-san-diego-intl-fringe-festival/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T210000
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SUMMARY:Qui rido io
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Italian Film Festival continues its acclaimed Monthly Series with Qui rido io (The King of Laughter) on May 14\, 2026 at Digital Gym Cinema. Directed by Mario Martone and starring Toni Servillo\, the visually rich historical drama explores the life of legendary Neapolitan actor Eduardo Scarpetta at the height of Italy’s theatrical golden age. Presented in Italian and Neapolitan with English subtitles\, the screening offers audiences a compelling blend of cinema\, history\, comedy\, and cultural insight through one of contemporary Italian cinema’s most celebrated filmmakers.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/qui-rido-io/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260614T235959
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SUMMARY:Kim’s Convenience
DESCRIPTION:Ins Choi and Esther Chung. Photo by Dahlia Katz.\n\n\n\nHeart and humor take center stage in this award-winning comedy that inspired the hit Netflix series. Korean-born Mr. Kim runs a Toronto convenience store while raising his Canadian children with traditional values. As the neighborhood gentrifies and generational tensions rise\, one family’s everyday struggles become a metaphor for a changing society. Written by and starring Ins Choi\, Kim’s Convenience is a laugh-out-loud story of love\, identity and resilience that the Toronto Star calls “a timeless\, beautiful\, and heartfelt ode to the immigrant experience.” \n\n\n\nDonald and Darlene Shiley StageOld Globe TheatreConrad Prebys Theatre Center \n\n\n\nSan Diego premiereBy Ins ChoiDirected by Weyni MengeshaA Soulpepper Theatre Company and Adam Blanshay Productions production in association with American Conservatory Theater
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/kims-convenience/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T210000
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SUMMARY:Future is Color® Studio Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Join Future is Color Studio Sessions and MCASD for our quarterly Jazz Night hosted in MCASD’s Art Park. \n\n\n\nMusic has the power to gather us\, heal us\, and connect us. Historically\, sonic gathering spaces have been at the heart of revolutionary movements. They were spaces where individuals\, particularly from marginalized communities\, could fully express and be seen\, and where the artificial barriers between people could be broken down by a unifying rhythm. FUTURE IS COLOR Studio sessions is our weekly live music experience and sonic gathering space rooted on these principles of bringing community together in love. For this special presentation of Studio Sessions\, Future is Color® Studio Sessions is partnering with MCASD for a pop up. May 215:30 – 9PM \n\n\n\nFreeSchedule5:30PM: Doors Open7PM: Express Entry Closed8PM: Galleries Closes8:30PM: Bar Closes9PM: Event Ends
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/future-is-color-studio-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T200000
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SUMMARY:PechaKucha Night
DESCRIPTION:PechaKucha Night (PKN) returns to San Diego on May 21 at 6:00 PM at LPA Design Studios\, with this edition’s theme: Future Nostalgia. Join us for an evening of inspiring talks exploring the intersection of past and future; how memory\, culture\, and innovation shape what’s next and create lasting moments. Here are some of the featured speakers: \n\n\n\n\nLay Alston\, soul & wheel\n\n\n\nJames Armendariz\, FPBA\n\n\n\nSarah Beckman\, Outside The Lens\n\n\n\nChristian Dimeling\, Von Dimeling Studio\n\n\n\nRoss Majewski and Alma Padilla-Iriarte\, Artist and Exile\n\n\n\nRob Quigley\, Rob Wellington Quigley Architects\n\n\n\nAdditional speakers will be announced soon.\n\n\n\n\nThis will be an outdoor event\, so please bring your own chair or blanket\, as seating will be on the grass. Tilebar will be providing soft beverages and light snacks. \n\n\n\nPKN is a fast-paced storytelling event where creatives present 20 slides for 20 seconds each—sharing ideas\, projects\, and perspectives in a dynamic\, engaging format. In San Diego\, PechaKucha Night is officially hosted by the San Diego Architectural Foundation (SDAF)\, bringing together designers\, thinkers\, and the broader creative community. \n\n\n\nCome connect\, listen\, and be inspired!
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/pechakucha-night/
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word / Literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T235959
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SUMMARY:I LOVE PARIS
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the world-class exhibit featuring the work of Toulouse Lautrec\, San Diego Ballet will present the ebullient\, sparkling\, and oh so chic I LOVE PARIS\, alongside the premiere of the reimagined DEBUSSY DANCES\, a nod to French Impressionism\, both musical and visual to the music of Claude Debussy. Also on the program is the rapturous WATER LILIES by acclaimed San Diego choreographer Jean Isaacs. \n\n\n\nSan Diego Museum of Art in Balboa ParkJames S. Copley Auditorium1450 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA 92101 \n\n\n\nMay 22 @ 7pmMay 23 @ 8pmMay 24 @ 2pm
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/i-love-paris/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260504T061027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T061028Z
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SUMMARY:10 Years Bold! REVEAL PARTY
DESCRIPTION:Be part of a defining moment for Vanguard Culture. \n\n\n\nAs we celebrate 10 years as a nonprofit\, we’re bringing together our community of artists\, supporters\, and cultural leaders for a special gathering on May 23 from 11AM–1PM at UC San Diego Park & Market.  \n\n\n\nTogether\, we’ll honor a decade of impact—and share some VERY exciting news about the future of our work. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all Vanguardistas. Make a donation of any amount to join us for this meaningful and memorable celebration.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/10-years-bold-reveal-party/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260412T042514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T042516Z
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SUMMARY:WORKING TITLE
DESCRIPTION:exhibition of experimental art+music\n\n\n\nProject [BLANK]’s annual exhibition returns to close the season with a festival of innovative local art and music. This year’s WORKING TITLE fills the soaring gothic halls of St. Paul’s Cathedral with bold visual art\, multimedia installations\, performance art\, and live experimental music from a diverse group of transborder artists. \n\n\n\nThis year\, WORKING TITLE centers on the theme of Sanctuary. What defines a sacred or protected space? What boundaries—physical\, social\, spiritual—are drawn to offer refuge to those under threat? We invite artists to submit works that engage with sanctuary as a personal experience\, a collective practice\, an architectural condition\, or a political act of resistance. \n\n\n\nAt its center is the world premiere of a major new work by San Diego composer Michelle Lou—a mind-melting composition for voices\, tubas\, pipe organ\, and electronics—surrounded by three days of new works\, installations\, and thought-provoking performances from some of the most exciting creative voices in Southern California\, Tijuana\, and Baja California. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition is curated by sculptor Diana Benavídez and Artistic Director Leslie Ann Leytham\, and artist submissions will be reviewed by a panel of artists: Alessandra Moctezuma\, Alvaro Díaz\, Cat Gunn\, and Luisa Martínez. \n\n\n\nMAY 28 – 30\, 2026\, 6:00 – 9:00 PM → ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/working-title-2/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance,Theatre,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260506T064748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T064749Z
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SUMMARY:Brazil
DESCRIPTION:Step into the surreal bureaucratic nightmare of Terry Gilliam’s cult classic Brazil at the next installment of the Burke Revival Film & Discussion Series on May 28\, 2026 at Digital Gym Cinema. Presented at UC San Diego Park & Market\, the acclaimed series pairs iconic films with thoughtful post-screening conversations exploring ethical\, spiritual\, and societal themes through cinema. Equal parts dystopian satire and dark fantasy\, Brazil remains a visually dazzling and eerily relevant meditation on surveillance\, conformity\, and the absurdities of modern life.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/brazil/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260506T065210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T065212Z
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SUMMARY:2026 DNA New Work Series
DESCRIPTION:Get a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into the future of American theatre at the 2026 DNA New Work Series from La Jolla Playhouse. Taking place May 30–31\, 2026 at the Rao and Padma Makineni Play Development Center\, this beloved annual program invites audiences into the earliest stages of new play and musical development through free readings and workshops from some of today’s most exciting theatre artists. Known as an incubator for groundbreaking productions\, the DNA Series offers an intimate opportunity to experience bold new stories before they reach stages around the world.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/2026-dna-new-work-series/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Spoken Word / Literature,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260603T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260513T233331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T233336Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Mvmnt Fest
DESCRIPTION:Queer Mvmnt Fest 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. \n\n\n\nThe festival is curated and directed by DISCO RIOT Producing Artists: Martin Anthony Dorado and Alyssa Rose.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/queer-mvmnt-fest-2/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260712T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260514T233626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T233627Z
UID:54687-1780531200-1783900799@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Decoding DaVinci
DESCRIPTION:Decoding DaVinci is an immersive theatrical adventure inspired by the pulse-pounding world of The Da Vinci Code and the bestselling thrillers of Dan Brown—a thrilling race against time where the audience becomes part of the story. \n\n\n\nParticipants are plunged into a real-life conspiracy\, tasked with infiltrating a powerful secret society before ruthless enemies destroy it forever. But this isn’t a traditional escape room confined by four walls. The UC San Diego campus becomes the game board. Hidden clues lie buried in plain sight within landmarks you pass every day—statues\, fountains\, monuments\, park benches\, alleyways—all transformed into pieces of an intricate living puzzle. \n\n\n\nPart scavenger hunt\, part immersive theater\, part outdoor escape room\, Decoding DaVinci turns the UC San Diego campus into a cinematic adventure where every corner could hold the next revelation…or the next betrayal.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/decoding-davinci/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T213000
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260514T001753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T001755Z
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SUMMARY:Tango Elite: The Show
DESCRIPTION:Step into the glamour\, passion\, and drama of Tango Elite — The Show\, a breathtaking live production inspired by the golden age of Argentine tango and the cinematic elegance of Old Hollywood. \n\n\n\nFeaturing extraordinary dancers\, live music by internationally acclaimed orchestra Tango Bardo\, and stunning theatrical visuals\, this immersive performance brings the many faces of tango to life — from its raw beginnings to its most refined expression. \n\n\n\nHonoring legendary productions like Tango Argentino\, Tango Pasión\, and Forever Tango\, Tango Elite offers a bold new chapter for a new generation of audiences. Elegant\, powerful\, and deeply moving\, this is an unforgettable evening of live music\, movement\, and storytelling. \n\n\n\nConcert HallCalifornia Center for the Arts\, Escondido340 N. Escondido Blvd.Escondido\, CA 92025
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/tango-elite-the-show/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260513T232929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T232931Z
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SUMMARY:Sabor Del Barrio
DESCRIPTION:Sabor Del Barrio is a one-day\, self-guided celebration of Chicano food\, culture\, and community\, right in the heart of Barrio Logan. Explore 35+ of Barrio Logan’s best restaurants\, bakeries\, coffee shops\, breweries\, and distilleries\, all serving up bold flavors rooted in tradition\, creativity\, and culture throughout the historic Barrio Logan Cultural District. Stroll\, bike\, or hop on the free trolley shuttle as you taste your way through the barrio\, surrounded by vibrant murals\, outdoor public art\, lowriders\, street vendors\, and the unmistakable energy that makes Barrio Logan unlike anywhere else. All funds are reinvested into the community! Support the Barrio and leave with a full happy belly. Come hungry. Leave inspired. Experience the barrio through its flavors. \n\n\n\n🎟️ Your ticket includes:• A tasting at all 35+ participating businesses• Free entry to the Chicano Park Museum & Cultural Center\, The Atheneum Art Center\, Quint Gallery\, and a tour at Tao Clay.• Free trolley shuttle service throughout the district \n\n\n\nPrice: Advance tickets: $40. Day-of tickets: $55 (if available)
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/sabor-del-barrio/
CATEGORIES:Culinary Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260608T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260521T042515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T042517Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Movie Mondays: Safety Last! (1923)
DESCRIPTION:Silent Movie Mondays: Safety Last! (1923)\n\n\n\nStarring Harold Lloyd\, organist Russ Peck\n\n\n\nGet your tickets now to experience the comic genius of silent film star Harold Lloyd in Safety Last!  Loaded with hilarious gags and incredible stunts\, Safety Last! tells the story of a simple small-town boy trying to make it in the big city by telling little white lies of “success” to his girlfriend along the way and ultimately leave him hanging by a thread… Join us for this laugh-out-loud thrill ride of a film featuring live organ accompaniment tailored to the film by Russ Peck.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/silent-movie-mondays-safety-last-1923/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media,Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260611T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T213340
CREATED:20260401T164344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T164345Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by Eric Garcia’s Uncle Scotchy’s Blues Opera\, also known as The Blues Opera\, Adult Storytime is a stirring collection of autobiographical monologues that explore the hardships and unexpected humor of caring for those we love across every stage of life. Set against a live blues composition that pulses beneath each story\, the piece weaves music and memory into a richly textured theatrical experience. Drawing from her own storied journey as a caregiver to her four children\, including triplets\, to her mother\, and shaped by the voices of relatives\, coworkers\, peers\, and members of the public\, Gobel crafts an intimate mosaic of testimony. Humor lives beside grief. Tenderness shares space with frustration. The result is a portrait of caregiving that is as complex and contradictory as love itself. Throughout the evening\, guests are welcomed to reflect on and share their own stories\, creating a communal space for truth telling and connection. Blending vulnerability with musical virtuosity\, Adult Storytime offers blues through the weight of hesitation\, laughter in recognition\, and perhaps your own story illuminated on stage. \n\n\n\nLight Box Theatre- 2590 Truxtun Rd #205San Diego\, CA 92106
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/adult-storytime/
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word / Literature,Theatre
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