LATEST IN ARTS & CULTURE
A pencil, a vintage stove, even Chekov's gun. In theater, every object tells a story. Longtime prop supervisor Deb Hatch takes us behind the scenes at La Jolla Playhouse to reveal how props shape performances, define characters and bring new works to life.
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Cinema Junkie has a new book recommendation, David F. Walker's "Black Film: A History of Black Representation and Participation in the Movies." -
We sit down with North County reporters to discuss the state of housing in the region, plus other recent stories. And, a KPBS series takes us inside San Diego's museums.
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A trio of filmmakers is crowdfunding a short neo-Western film, "The Last Favor," as the campaign nears its deadline. -
The Writers Guild of America went on strike for months in 2023 in a dispute with Hollywood studios. This year the union announced a new four-year contract after just a few weeks of negotiations.
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This weekend in the arts: Edra Soto added to ICA's sculpture trail; Medium Festival of Photography comes to MCASD; "Matt & Ben" at New Village Arts; Flamy Grant at Soda Bar and more. -
The Comic-Con sister convention overlaps with No Kings protests this year, so attendees may need to plan for additional crowds and possible traffic impacts.
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The new Netflix comedy created by Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott stars Levy as an uptight pastor and Taylor Ortega as his sister. -
The rapper Ye was announced as the headliner for the Wireless Festival in London. He's gained notoriety over the years for his antisemitic comments and activities glorifying Nazis.
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A much-hyped double album finds the two reveling in a mutual influence that has bloomed for a decade, shaping a scene in the process. -
Much of our image of Dylan derives from his early protest music, but Robert Polito's book makes the argument that the most recent 30 years of Dylan's career have been just as creative as the first 30.
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The priciest concessions at the Masters, beer and wine, cost just $6 each. The Georgia golf tournament prides itself on a simple and affordable menu, even as ticket prices continue to climb. -
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This week, no album can unseat last week's champion: BTS's Arirang, which holds on to the top spot thanks to another flood of sales. -
This month, the Trump administration ended CalFresh nutrition assistance eligibility for many immigrant groups, including asylees and refugees. The cuts apply to nearly 13,000 San Diego County residents. -
The era of generic coffee may be over, according to a coffee industry group. Now people are looking for an experience and this Carlsbad microroaster is delivering one.
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Alzheimer's Association: New Advances in Alzheimer's Treatments-VIRTUAL
Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 11 AM to 12 PM
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Head and Neck Cancer Patient Support Group
Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 2 PM to 3 PM
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Body Care | Perfume Making: Create Your Own Signature Fragrance
Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 5 PM to 8 PM
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San Diego Craft Collective
$130
Jewels of the Cove: A Seaside Evening of Art & Wildlife
Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 6 PM to 8 PM
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Brockton Villa
Free
MiraCosta College: Dance Studio Hour
Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
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MiraCosta College Oceanside
Free
Voices of Our City's Yacht Soul Sing-Along 2026
Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7 PM
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St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral
Tickets: $25 early bird (available through March 31); $30 starting April 1
Virtual: 9th Annual State of Biodiversity Symposium
Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 7 PM to 9 PM
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San Diego Natural History Museum
Attend Virtually: Free (Donations Welcome)
Terence Blanchard & Ravi Coltrane
Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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Balboa Theatre
$66-$111
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