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OnStage Playhouse
Onstage Playhouse presents the San Diego premiere of Lucas Hnath's play about scientists Isaac Newton and Robert Hooke — and what they're willing to sacrifice for legacy. The production arrives as the Chula Vista theater faces an uncertain future.
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Three San Diego musicians — Divina, James Spaite and Shua — take the stage at Balboa Park's Spreckels Organ Pavilion for intimate performances and candid conversations about the songs they write and the experiences that inspired them. -
A new investigation reveals concerns over health care access and medical neglect at the Otay Mesa Detention Center. Then, the science behind being a dad. And finally, artist Parker Edison shares his journey as a storyteller elevating local rap history.
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Homophobia lives, and stalks, in Adrian Chiarella's debut feature. -
Teen movies like She's the He, Girls Like Girls and Leviticus are all turning tropes on their heads by centering queer characters.
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The record executive was instrumental in shepherding the successful careers of a number of monumental music stars, including Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, Janis Joplin, Billy Joel and Whitney Houston. -
Juneteenth began as a celebration of Black people’s liberation after the Civil War and now serves as a day for community reflection, education and celebration.
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In the Season 3 premiere, a new dragon enters the chat and the Battle of the Gullet is in full swing. -
Director Michael Sarnoski's film about the legendary hero who robs from the rich and gives to the poor is about the stories we tell ourselves.
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San Francisco-based Gensler designed Terminal 1, which was completed in September 2025 and replaced the original 1960's terminal. -
This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Juneteenth storytelling, art and music; Cat Gunn at ICA Central; a "Print As Protest" discussion; summer jazz; "The Rise and Fall of Little Voice"; a lagoon art walk; ocean poetry and more.
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NASCAR officials said they are in talks with the Navy to hold a second race at Naval Air Station North Island in 2027. -
Messi scored a record-setting 17th World Cup goal in Argentina's game against Austria. And, then, he netted another goal, making him the all-time leader in World Cup tournaments (men and women). -
For more than a decade, actor Laverne Cox been one of the most visible trans women in America. But the Orange Is the New Black star says she spent most of childhood keeping herself hidden. -
Corey Heim won the inaugural Anduril 250 on the streets of Naval Air Station North Island in Coronado Sunday for his first victory in 13 career NASCAR Cup Series races. -
A recent study by the Aspen Institute’s Project Play shows that family spending on youth sports has increased by 46% since 2019. Making it out of reach for many low-income families.
Latest Arts Events
'And the Angels Swing': From Berlin to Bacharach
Monday, June 22, 2026 from 7:30 PM to 9 PM
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First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego - Hillcrest
$36
Khalid
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
$86 - $320+
The Margot Hotel Debuts in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 7 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2026
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The Margot Hotel
American Literary Heroes
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 8 AM
Ongoing until September 30, 2026
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Various Locations in San Diego County
Free
La Jolla GPS-guided Walking Tour: Must-see Sights with a La Jolla Local
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 8 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2027
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Various Locations in La Jolla
$14.99-$19.99
Carlsbad GPS-guided Walking Tour: The Village by the Sea
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 8 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2027
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Various Locations in Carlsbad
$14.99 -19.99
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