San Diego

When intimidated, a porcupine spikes its quills, a cobra flicks its tongue ... and comedian Dan Soder? Well, his defense mechanism is to affect a Russian accent (because "Russians are the scariest whi... [more+]

When intimidated, a porcupine spikes its quills, a cobra flicks its tongue ... and comedian Dan Soder? Well, his defense mechanism is to affect a Russian accent (because "Russians are the scariest white people"). Soder's hilarious sets are full of this type of off-center insight, all illustrated with amazing impressions of oddballs, old people and toddlers-who-are-way-too-good-with-iPads. He's best known as 'Mafee' on the hit Showtime series, "Billions", plus he hosts Sirius XM's "The Bonfire" with Big Jay Oakerson and has been featured on Comedy Central's "The Half Hour", "Conan", "Inside Amy Schumer" and "@midnight". Now you can catch him live on the stage of the American Comedy Co. in San Diego. [less-]

Saucer-eyed and always appearing slightly startled, comedian Joe Machi has a stage presence like no other, innocently telling jokes that end with wickedly funny punchlines. Winner of the New York Unde... [more+]

Saucer-eyed and always appearing slightly startled, comedian Joe Machi has a stage presence like no other, innocently telling jokes that end with wickedly funny punchlines. Winner of the New York Underground Comedy Festival's Emerging Comics Contest, Machi made it to the finals of NBC's "Last Comic Standing" in 2014, bowling over judges Roseanne Barr, Keenen Ivory Wayans and Russell Peters with his off-center observations and inimitable style. Now, after wowing capacity crowds at Carolines on Broadway and Comic Strip Live, this comedic rising star comes to San Diego to headline The American Comedy Co. [less-]

Comedian Michelle Buteau is about to serve a whole lot of "YAAAS!" when she brings her cheeky swagger to San Diego. A mainstay on cable comedy -- from VH1 to "Broad City" to "Key & Peele" -- she packs... [more+]

Comedian Michelle Buteau is about to serve a whole lot of "YAAAS!" when she brings her cheeky swagger to San Diego. A mainstay on cable comedy -- from VH1 to "Broad City" to "Key & Peele" -- she packs a unique perspective and big personality into every performance. When she hits the American Comedy Co., expect exes to get dragged, blush-worthy personal stories to be aired out and celebs (not to mention, a few politicians) to get skewered. Buteau's unapologetic frankness will have you saying "Hey, girl, hey!" the rest of your day. [less-]

Located in the heart of San Diego's Gaslamp District, Mad House Comedy Club is the perfect place to catch some of the best and brightest young comedians, not to mention local favorites, along with fam... [more+]

Located in the heart of San Diego's Gaslamp District, Mad House Comedy Club is the perfect place to catch some of the best and brightest young comedians, not to mention local favorites, along with familiar faces from TV and national headliners. These hot comics boast major credits, including "The Tonight Show, Late Show, Comedy Central, Key & Peele" and tons more. With a full bar and food menu, Mad House makes it easy to make a night of it. [less-]

Texan troubadour Josh Abbott loves his home state -- and he's got the songs to prove it. Abbott's regional hit (and ode to the music he grew up on) "She's Like Texas" first grabbed audiences' and musi... [more+]

Texan troubadour Josh Abbott loves his home state -- and he's got the songs to prove it. Abbott's regional hit (and ode to the music he grew up on) "She's Like Texas" first grabbed audiences' and music critics' attention in 2010 and the singer-songwriter went on to hit the "Billboard" Hot Country Songs chart with his single "Oh, Tonight." Now, the entire Josh Abbott Band -- fiddler Preston Wait, drummer Eddie Villanueva, lead guitarist Caleb Keeter, bassist James Hertless and Abbott's college buddy Austin Davis on banjo -- brings their charm and fresh country sound to House of Blues San Diego. Fellow Lone Star State artist William Clark Green opens up the show with tracks like "Ringling Road" and "Still Think About You." [less-]

Beyond the beaches, tacos and beer of San Diego exists a complementary art scene that is buzzing with fresh, contemporary works by the city's own community members. "Art San Diego" gives you an in-dep... [more+]

Beyond the beaches, tacos and beer of San Diego exists a complementary art scene that is buzzing with fresh, contemporary works by the city's own community members. "Art San Diego" gives you an in-depth look at a massive variety of what's up and coming in the scene, from local pieces to internationally known sensations. At the beloved Del Mar Fairgrounds, over 500 leading artists will exhibit on behalf of the top galleries, studios and publishers. The weekend also features art labs and talks centered around collecting art, the acquisition process and conversations with the creators, some of whom will present and discuss their exciting pieces. [less-]

From killer clown John Wayne Gacy to "It"'s horrifying Pennywise, clowns have gotten a bad rap in recent years. Fortunately, the Insane Clown Posse is here to give clowns a good rap -- literally -- th... [more+]

From killer clown John Wayne Gacy to "It"'s horrifying Pennywise, clowns have gotten a bad rap in recent years. Fortunately, the Insane Clown Posse is here to give clowns a good rap -- literally -- through the hip-hop stylings of creators Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope. You've probably heard about this horrorcore duo's insane and elaborate live shows, where hardcore fans (known as "Juggalos") get hosed down with sprays of Faygo soda -- but did you know that this pair of rapping clowns has scored a pair of platinum albums and sold over 6.5 million records in North America? All in all, it's high time you gave clowns a second chance at this show at the House of Blues San Diego. [less-]

Experience both laughter and chills as Charles Addams' weird and wonderful characters creep their way into the Star Theatre of Oceanside for comedy musical "The Addams Family". In this fiendishly deli... [more+]

Experience both laughter and chills as Charles Addams' weird and wonderful characters creep their way into the Star Theatre of Oceanside for comedy musical "The Addams Family". In this fiendishly delightful award-winning musical comedy, Wednesday Addams -- now a grown-up princess of darkness -- has fallen for a normal boy from a respectable family and has invited him and his parents to the family mansion for a meet-and-greet gone gothic. Sit back and savor the horrific hospitality of Gomez, Morticia, Pugsley, Grandma, Lurch and everyone's favorite weirdo, Uncle Fester, as the special occasion brings out the best -- and worst -- in everyone involved. [less-]

With "Great American Songs", The Coastal Communities Concert Band takes you through America's star-spangled musical history. This journey includes genres from our own backyard -- from jazz and America... [more+]

With "Great American Songs", The Coastal Communities Concert Band takes you through America's star-spangled musical history. This journey includes genres from our own backyard -- from jazz and American folk to opera, ragtime and blues -- as well as pieces from film and theatre. Don't be surprised to find yourself humming along to these tried and true tunes. This concert at the California Center for the Arts features fan favorite vocalist Michael Ruhl. [less-]

Experience the Bard like never before as San Diego celebrities offer fresh interpretations of Shakespeare's sonnets. Over the past decade, the San Diego Shakespeare Society has paired Shakespeare's wo... [more+]

Experience the Bard like never before as San Diego celebrities offer fresh interpretations of Shakespeare's sonnets. Over the past decade, the San Diego Shakespeare Society has paired Shakespeare's work with tango, jazz, Bollywood and rock 'n' roll. Celebrities will be giving you a little bit of Shakespeare (14 lines of poetry), each with their own unique way of presenting. Headliners include emcee Dave Scott, Shakespearean actor Jonathan McMurty, 10-year-old actress Catalina Zelles, The San Diego Civic Youth Ballet (now in it's 73nd year), Kathy Diamant and Byron LaDue, Prof. William Nericcio of SDSU, Leigh Scarritt Productions, and a host of other local celebrities. The event will honor famed oceanographer Walter Munk, who is turning 100 in October and will attend with his wife. [less-]

Get in the Halloween spirit with a double bill of the "gayest horror films ever made." Celebrate the scariest holiday when FilmOut brings two classic slasher flicks to San Diego's Landmark Theatres Hi... [more+]

Get in the Halloween spirit with a double bill of the "gayest horror films ever made." Celebrate the scariest holiday when FilmOut brings two classic slasher flicks to San Diego's Landmark Theatres Hillcrest Cinemas. In "Hellbent", two gay men on a date are murdered the night before Halloween in West Hollywood. The killer stalks a group of boys through a Weho festival as Chaz parties, Joey chases his jock crush, Tobey tries dressing in drag and Eddie pursues bad boy Jake -- and not until the very end do you find out who dies and who survives the night of terror. You might've seen "Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge", but now see it with a gay audience and boy oh boy will you finally see why it has become a cult horror film for gay audiences. Scream yourself hoarse when FilmOut Presents Gay Horror Double Feature: "Hellbent" and "Elm Street 2". [less-]

In the immortal words of Pennywise the Clown, "We all float down in Gaslamp," so face your fears with the greatest giver of courage known to man -- alcohol. The "IT" Halloween Pub Crawl brings the fri... [more+]

In the immortal words of Pennywise the Clown, "We all float down in Gaslamp," so face your fears with the greatest giver of courage known to man -- alcohol. The "IT" Halloween Pub Crawl brings the fright to San Diego on Halloween weekend with stops at five great pubs, including The Commons Bar, Taste & Thirst and Fluxx Nightclub. Great drink specials are offered at each location and you can hang out with fellow party people ready to have a spooky good time. [less-]

The Spirit of San Diego sets sail with four DJs, spinning two floors' worth of house and hip-hop music for "Pier Pressure"'s end-of-summer bash. This evening yacht party offers breathtaking views of t... [more+]

The Spirit of San Diego sets sail with four DJs, spinning two floors' worth of house and hip-hop music for "Pier Pressure"'s end-of-summer bash. This evening yacht party offers breathtaking views of the San Diego skyline, the harbor, Coronado Bridge and more. VIP packages include bottle and table service. [less-]

The 2017 Scream Zone takes all your worst nightmares and roughly stitches them together into one big fear fest. San Diego County's largest haunted experience, this annual event is considered among the... [more+]

The 2017 Scream Zone takes all your worst nightmares and roughly stitches them together into one big fear fest. San Diego County's largest haunted experience, this annual event is considered among the goriest, scariest and screaming-est attractions to be found in the dark corners of Southern California. Those who dare to enter will find three terrifying haunts, including the horrifying House of Horror, the dizzying KarnEvil and the Haunted Hayride, each casting their own evil spells on the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Parents and guardians are welcome to enter the Scream Zone compound to wait for their young thrill-seekers; there are great food vendors, photo opportunities and a Spirit Lounge bar. [less-]

The Hutchins Consort will perform music inspired by the Romani people -- from the gypsy jazz of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grapelli to flamenco to Franz Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2. You'll exp... [more+]

The Hutchins Consort will perform music inspired by the Romani people -- from the gypsy jazz of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grapelli to flamenco to Franz Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2. You'll experience performances played on the eight-scaled violins designed and built by innovative luthier Dr. Carleen Hutchins. This globe-trotting strings concert takes place at St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Encinitas. [less-]

There "is" something you can do to help Houstonions after Harvey. The Houston Food Bank (our nation's largest food bank) supports the children, families and seniors in Southeast Texas who are in need ... [more+]

There "is" something you can do to help Houstonions after Harvey. The Houston Food Bank (our nation's largest food bank) supports the children, families and seniors in Southeast Texas who are in need of food, water and supplies. A $10 donation will enable Houston Food Bank to provide 30 meals for hungry neighbors in emergencies and throughout the year. Every year Houston Food Bank feeds 800,000 people through its network of food pantries, soup kitchens, senior centers and other agencies. You can pitch in with donations of $10 (feeds 30), $20 (feeds 60) or $30 (feeds 90), now through the end of September, and 100% of the money donated will go to Houston Food Bank's life-changing work. Once this year's disaster relief and recovery needs have been met, any remaining donations will be used to fund ongoing hunger-relief efforts. [less-]

"A Piece of My Heart" is a true drama about six courageous women who signed up to volunteer in 1960s Vietnam. Based on Keith Walker's book of the same name, the story follows these five nurses and a c... [more+]

"A Piece of My Heart" is a true drama about six courageous women who signed up to volunteer in 1960s Vietnam. Based on Keith Walker's book of the same name, the story follows these five nurses and a country western singer booked to entertain the troops as they experienced the momentary joys of drinking, smoking pot and attending a Bob Hope Christmas show, while also enduring post-traumatic stress disorder and lingering illness from exposure to Agent Orange. Watch as an inexperienced nursing supervisor is thrown into a mass casualty situation and an analyst's report is ignored because she's a woman. The play takes a powerfully moving look at each of these women before, during and after her tour. The Vietnam Vets Association recently called "A Piece of My Heart", now playing at OnStage Playhouse in Chula Vista, "the most enduring play on Vietnam in the nation." [less-]

You might say that Pavel Sporcl is very much like the carbon fiber-infused blue violin he commissioned from violin maker Jan B. Spidlen: He manages to be traditional and yet highly modern at the same ... [more+]

You might say that Pavel Sporcl is very much like the carbon fiber-infused blue violin he commissioned from violin maker Jan B. Spidlen: He manages to be traditional and yet highly modern at the same time. The Czech violinist's talent, passion and unorthodox approach to classical music have made him the most sought-after musician by both purists and young trailblazers alike. He specializes in the music of Dvorak, Paganini and Bach, and recently added a CD of all of Bach's Suites and Partitas to his more than 20 already released discs. He's enjoying immense critical acclaim, and now you can experience his talent live in the intimate setting of Point Loma Assembly as he performs a program of Bach and Paganini. [less-]

The House of Blues in San Diego will get a neon makeover when the Totally 80's Tour hits the stage. Missing Persons' hit list will give you instant '80s flashbacks. Bouncy new wave pop tracks like "Wa... [more+]

The House of Blues in San Diego will get a neon makeover when the Totally 80's Tour hits the stage. Missing Persons' hit list will give you instant '80s flashbacks. Bouncy new wave pop tracks like "Walking in L.A.," "Words" and "Destination Unknown" became quintessential Reagan-era earworms. And their bright, over-the-top looks helped keep their music videos on constant rotation during the early days of MTV. This musical time warp also features Bow Wow Wow, the British band most famous for "I Want Candy," When in Rome II, who broke out with dreamy dance-pop ballad "The Promise," along with The Untouchables, the infectious mod/ska band behind "Free Yourself." [less-]

The five-time Tony-winning show that "The New York Times" called "the most exhilarating storytelling on Broadway in decades," "Peter and the Starcatcher" is the swashbuckling prequel to "Peter Pan". I... [more+]

The five-time Tony-winning show that "The New York Times" called "the most exhilarating storytelling on Broadway in decades," "Peter and the Starcatcher" is the swashbuckling prequel to "Peter Pan". Inventive stagecraft and an imaginative story combine to reveal the origins of "the boy who wouldn't grow up" in this madcap music-filled adventure, which features a talented cast of performers ranging from 8th grade to college. The play is an action-packed journey through Neverland that brings pirates, mermaids, orphans and secret agents of the Queen together on the high seas. Based on the bestselling novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, and written by Rick Elice ("Jersey Boys"), this dazzling Young Actors' Theatre production of "Peter and the Starcatcher" at the ENCORE! Theatre in Spring Valley weaves an enchanting coming-of-age tale that's bound to appeal to your entire crew. [less-]