The rise of snuff taking, and the subsequent use and collecting of snuff bottles (biyanhu), was a phenomenon occurring at the beginning of the Qing Dynasty. It is best understood within the broader social and historical cross-cultural perspective of the introduction of tobacco. This was a New World crop, brought into China, and to other […]
Kelly Akashi (b. 1983, Los Angeles) is known for her materially hybrid works that are compelling both formally and conceptually. Originally trained in analog photography, the artist is drawn to fluid, impressionable materials and old-world craft techniques, such as glass blowing and casting, candle making, bronze and silicone casting, and rope making. Encompassing a selection […]
The special exhibition Korea in Color: A Legacy of Auspicious Images sheds light on the use of color in Korean painting—known as polychrome painting (chaesaekhwa)—and its role in Korean art and culture. Polychrome painting flourished during the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910) and the colorful artworks created during this era, featuring symbolic images from sacred to secular, permeated all […]
The 17th Annual Juried Youth Exhibition, Explorations, showcases the creative perspectives of local youth artists. Students in grades K-12 throughout San Diego County and Tijuana were challenged to respond to the theme of “exploration” through photography and video. This year’s theme inspired a visual exploration of the depths of our imaginations, our individual essence, and […]
Ebb and Flow: Giant Kelp Forests through Art, Science and the Archives, a group exhibition hosted by UC San Diego Library and curated by San Diego-based photographer, marine scientist and Scripps Institution of Oceanography alumna Oriana Poindexter ’15, opens at Geisel Library on January 12. Located on the main floor of Geisel Library (in both […]
This exhibition is a visual and conceptual exploration of the intricate relationships between nature and myth that define the essence of the Baja. The title translates into English as Wild Baja—a place where the wild and the mythic intersect in a harmonious dance. Through intricate paintings, organic sculptures, and art installations, seven artists from the […]
Through February 23, the fourteenth exhibition highlighting works created in wood, curated by Brian Murphy of Murphy’s Fine Woodworking. This popular and well received annual show includes contemporary and traditional furniture and artworks with veneering, carving, marquetry and wood turning techniques. This year we are honored to display a shaker box created by the late […]
La Jolla Music Society is teaming up with Changemaker to present an exciting new Speaker Series in its 2023–24 Winter Season. This three-part series will include a remarkable lineup of renowned changemakers who have pushed the boundaries in their respective fields and whose work reveals fascinating insights about our planet. Telling their stories live in […]
Las dos Fridas by Pako Pablos Featuring works by more than 20 LatinX visual artists, the “Without Walls X Border Art Show” curated by Andy Gonzalez of La Onda Art Gallery includes a variety of mediums and showcases the vibrancy and tenacity of some of the region’s most celebrated border artists. “It brings immense joy […]
Cygnet Theatre is pleased to present Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill by Lanie Robertson. This riveting one-act musical is directed by Wren T. Brown, the Artistic Director at Ebony Repertory Theatre. Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill recounts Billie Holiday’s life story through the songs that made her famous. 1959, in a […]
The exhibition, La Frontera, explores the complexity of the U.S.–Mexico border as a physical reality, geopolitical construction, and state of being through the medium of jewelry – an object repeatedly used for communication throughout human history. Worn to visibly adorn the body, jewelry is inherently performative. As personal tokens, these objects are suggestive of often unknown […]
The Shadow of the Day Known as one of the most prestigious Jewish Film Fests in the country, The 34th Annual San Diego International Jewish Film Festival returns both in-person and virtually with over 60 of the best contemporary films and documentaries from around the world that share the many perspectives of the Jewish cultural, […]
Recently marking our 30th Anniversary and currently screening films in over 15 cities around the world, the Human Rights Watch Film Festival (HRWFF) bears witness to human rights violations in direct storytelling and exposé form, and creates a forum for courageous individuals on both sides of the lens to empower audiences with the knowledge that […]
“Dueling Dogs” – Ghosts Dueling Dogs, 2021 Ghosts Alanna Airitam Alanna Airitam is a photo-based conceptual artist based in Tucson, Arizona. Airitam pushes the traditional boundaries of photography by incorporating materials such as metal, resin, varnish, and gold into her work. Her work is inspired by the lighting of 17th century Renaissance paintings, early Black […]
Journey to Buenos Aires with Camarada as they recreate their 2023 Argentinian tour experience for you. This performance includes the world premiere of a new commission by Andrés Martín as well as the genius of Astor Piazzolla. Let our Camarada Tango Quartet transport you to the streets of Buenos Aires with a treasured tour of tango music and […]
In the immersive exhibition Dark Loops artist Margaret Noble utilizes technology and artifice to explore the intricate connections between living and non-living entities in both our natural and man-made environments. Through a mix of sculptures, live-streaming videos, preserved insects, and technological components, the exhibition creates artificial ecosystems—miniature dioramas—within the gallery space. These installations blur the […]
Join us for the opening of Order / Disorder: Belonging in Nature, which brings together five artists from California and Tijuana who explore the beauty and complexities of our natural environment and highlight La Jolla’s unique coastal habitats. Diverse works of art, including sculptures, paintings, cyanotypes and installations speak to the relationship between humanity and nature […]
For the 19th consecutive year, ShortsTV and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 16th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences around the country […]
Based on the Novel by MARK HADDON Adapted by SIMON STEPHENS Choreographed by NATALIE ISCOVICH Directed by J. SCOTT LAPP Winner of the 2015 Tony Award for Best New Play, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is a “dazzling, pulse-pounding and remarkable” (Time Out New York) adaptation of Mark Haddon’s internationally best-selling novel. Fifteen-year-old Christopher […]
Storytellers of San Diego are dedicated to promoting the art of storytelling in San Diego through performance, classes, concerts, newsletters, recordings and fun for all. Storytellers Fred Laskowski, David Schmidt, and Patti Christensen will weave tales around the concepts of luck, love, and good fortune. This event is free to all museum members, children under […]
Held every February, the Oceanside International Film Festival is an opportunity for independent filmmakers to have their work screened along the county’s North Coast region. It also gives attendees a chance for viewing local and international cinema at a locale in Southern California known for its rich history, beautiful beaches, and unique artistic community. In 2017, […]
San Diego New Music and the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library present Labyrinth, a music and dance performance co-created by Kristopher and Dina Apple. Labyrinths have been used throughout history as devices for meditation, metaphors for storytelling, and as a bridge between the physical and metaphysical. Taking inspiration from these mythologies and practices, a cross-disciplinary […]
Join us at the Hill Street Country Club for SOUND & LIBERATION, a night of experimental performance celebrating Black expression. We’re thrilled to host the listening party for Joy Guidry’s new record release, featuring special guest performances by Niecy Blues and Myles Ortiz-Green.Goldie will kick off the evening with vinyl accompaniment. Our gallery will be […]
Join us for the San Diego Library’s next Signature Event Series featuring San Diego Poet Laureate Jason Magabo Perez ’03, MA ’13, PhD ’16. In addition to a moderated conversation with Audrey Geisel University Librarian Erik Mitchell, Perez will read from some of his published works of poetry. A reception will follow the discussion. The […]
The San Diego Chinese Historical Museum proudly welcomes the public to delve into the fascinating world of Anna May Wong, Hollywood’s very first Chinese American movie star! Born Wong Liu Tsong, her journey from the streets of Los Angeles’ Chinatown to international stardom is a testament to her talent, resilience, and dedicated pursuit of breaking […]
This Spring, enjoy an 8-day edible extravaganza featuring 100+ restaurants offering variations of multi-course menus starting at $20. Whether you are looking to rake up a deal, obtain great value, produce a customized dining plan, or just enjoy a bright and new tasting experience, SDRW gathers all of that into one. From Oceanside to Chula […]
