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This weekend in the arts in San Diego: "Alien Girls" at The Old Globe; Record Store Day; astronomy-inspired experimental music at Bread & Salt; alternative photography at Cannon Art Gallery; "Giants" at MCASD; Freak Slug at Soda Bar and more.
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Julianna Zachariou is making music in a world where streams pay pennies, forcing independent artists to get creative just to stay in the game. From crowdfunding to pushing for new legislation, she's fighting for change in the industry. -
We hear from one of the journalists who broke the story on sexual assault allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell. Then, San Diego’s bike racing community faces allegations of anti-trans discrimination. And, we learn about some of the architects preserving San Diego history.
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In Steven Soderbergh's new dark comedy, Ian McKellen plays a famous painter, and Michaela Coel is an art restorer hired to infiltrate his home by his greedy grown-up children. -
Morgan Neville's film is packed with access and celebrity voices, but avoids deeper questions about its subject.
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Artists and organizers NPR spoke with say they don't expect to see any immediate changes in the live music industry following the Live Nation decision — but they see this is a first step in the right direction. -
The 21-year-old Houston-born singer, whose real name is David Burke, had been under a secret investigation by an LA County grand jury after a 14-year-old girl's decomposed body was found in his car.
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The hit Netflix series brings in a new cast that includes Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan, and even more beef. -
While marveling at Artemis II's mission, NPR's film critic went down a rabbit hole about moon-themed movies. Most have nothing to do with space.
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Swizz Beats and Alicia Keys' exhibit at MCASD includes more than 130 works by Black diaspora artists, alongside an adjacent exhibition of local photography. Admission is free for the public opening Saturday, April 18. -
Working artists in San Diego and Tijuana could soon give the cities a better understanding of the realities of trying to make a living in the arts, while having access to $1.3 million in project funding.
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The biannual international adaptive sports event was launched by Prince Harry of Great Britain in 2014. -
KPBS Midday EditionWe hear all about an exhibition coming to the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego from the personal collection of Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz. Plus, a sneak peak into the Without Walls (WOW) Festival with the artists behind the theatre, dance, puppetry and more. -
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Snapdragon Stadium will play host to two international friendly soccer matches in June: Switzerland vs. Australia and Colombia vs. Jordan. -
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After years spent as the go-to guy for a cross-pollinating L.A. music scene, the multi-hyphenate follows his spiritual mission inward for the sprawling series Love Is Louder Than Algorithms.
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Latest Arts Events
Artist Alliance Journaling For Creatives: Writing An Artwork Statement
Monday, April 20, 2026 from 10 AM to 12 PM
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Artist Alliance Member: Free
Live Music with 'Fish and the Seaweeds'
Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4 PM
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Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Liberty Station
Free
AFLSE Salon at Mingei | Centering Humanity: Daring to Hope for the Middle East
Monday, April 20, 2026 from 6 PM to 8 PM
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Mingei International Museum: Balboa Park
Free
Silent Movie Mondays: 'Metropolis' (1927) Starring Brigitte Helm, organist Brett Miller
Monday, April 20, 2026 at 7 PM
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Balboa Theatre
Tickets start at $23
Entries Open for San Diego County Fair Youth & Student Competitions
Monday, April 20, 2026 at 12 AM
Ongoing until May 3, 2026
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Del Mar Fairgrounds
Entries Open for San Diego County Fair Floral & Garden Competitions
Monday, April 20, 2026 at 12 AM
Ongoing until May 7, 2026
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Del Mar Fairgrounds
Entries Open for San Diego County Fair Arts and Crafts Competitions
Monday, April 20, 2026 at 12 AM
Ongoing until May 3, 2026
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Del Mar Fairgrounds
Entries Open for San Diego County Fair's Culinary Competitions
Monday, April 20, 2026 at 12 AM
Ongoing until May 31, 2026
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Del Mar Fairgrounds
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