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The Divine Sister at Diversionary
Okay, Audrey Hepburn in The Nun's Story, Ingrid Bergman in Bells of St. Mary's, Greer Garson, The Singing Nun, Roz Russell, The Trouble With Angels. And, of course, Charles Busch in The Divine Sister Whoa. Wait. What? Busch, the legendary …
The Warriors' Duet at the San Diego Fringe Festival
A stage production based on the work of Laura Jeanne Morefield debuts Downtown at the first annual Fringe Festival
As part of the first annual San Diego Fringe Festival, community-based theatre troupe Circle Circle dot dot presents The Warriors' Duet, a stage play written by Charlene Baldridge based on the work of Laura Jeanne Morefield. The Warriors' Duet is …
Too late to run a 5K at UCSD
The Triton 5K to benefit scholarship funds is sold out.
The UCSD Triton 5K is sold out for Saturday, June 8th. The 5K supports scholarships for students and has raised more than $3 million since it started in 1996. http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2013/jun/06/46999/ The general public is welcome to come check out the …
Up to 20% discount at local businesses for cyclists
SD Bike Commuter has organized a map and list of about 70 local businesses rewarding customers for bicycling
Did you know that about 70 businesses throughout San Diego are offering up to 20% discounts for cyclists? Check out this list and map organized by SD Bike Commuter for details. Look for this logo at participating businesses in your …
Becoming Cuba at North Coast Rep
Melinda Lopez's world premiere drama is overlong: in length and ambition. It's an epic set in Cuba during the revolt against Spain, 1897-98, and tries to cover all angles from a pharmacy in Havana. Everyone wants the island - Spain, …
San Diego Rock 'n' Roll HALF
The Rock 'n' Roll marathon is now a half with 2 half runners for every full.
The results are in for what should be called the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon. This event used to be a large Marathon event, this year there were 9,000 running the marathon and 21,000 running the half. The course was …
Best events in San Diego: June 6-12
Thursday | 6 ERNEST SILVA: ARTIST AT WORK Experience how Ernest Silva develops his signature iconography. Complimentary appetizers and an open beer and wine bar provided. Reservations suggested. $0–$10. WHEN: 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. WHERE: Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 …
Summer track and field in San Diego
The Summer Nights Series begins this Wednesday, the 5th of June.
Who’s ready for some track ‘n’ field? Wednesday, the 5th of June at 6:00 pm is the start of the Summer Nights Track and Field Series. Registration is at 5:00 pm and all events cost $5. The location is University …
Moonlight and Magnolias at Scripps Ranch Theatre
Stories about the making of movie classics make you wonder how they ever got made. Ron Hutchinson based this comedy on rewrites for Gone With the Wind. If even half of what he says is true, it's hard to believe …
A rough guide to music at Art Around Adams
The Normal Heights street fair celebrates ten years with artists, musicians, street performers, comedians, politicians, interactive installations, and more.
If an afternoon spin on the free “comedy trolley” - hosted by a handful of local wise-guys - isn’t more than enough reason to stop by Art Around Adams (it is), check out these musical highlights, who will be celebrating …
World Famous Mud Run
Camp Pendleton's famous and filthy race begins this weekend.
The World Famous Mud Run is this weekend up at Camp Pendleton. Registration is closed BUT they will be live-streaming the event this year. The entire world could be watching. There are five dates on which the run will occur. …
Best events in San Diego: May 30-June 5
Thursday | 30 CULTURE AND COCKTAILS: PIRANESI Take a 3-D or holographic photo, have your portrait etched by the etch-a-sketch man, and watch an acrobatic performance by Cristin Sandu. This night features interactive visual elements, Italian soda cocktails, and classic …
Shakespeare's R&J at Cygnet Theatre
One of those "give it a week" opening nights. Joe Calarco's reimagined take on Shakespeare's tragedy pushes actors to extremes: it requires a steeplechase of split-second physicality and verbal chops worthy of the Bard. Calarco tells the story of "star-crossed" …
Solana Beach 103-mile bike ride
The San Diego Century is Saturday, June 1. Watch out for the cyclists.
Anyone want to go for a 103 mile bike ride with a ton of uphill riding? Yes? Well you’re in luck because the San Diego Century cycling event is Saturday June 1st. Registration is closed but there are a limited …
Seascape at New Village Arts
Edward Albee's evolutionary comedy won the Pulitzer in 1975. Must've been a slow year on the prize circuit. It's a gentle piece, even when angry, and especially when compared to Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? It's about making transitions …
More Memorial Day Events
A strawberry festival and Explosive Ordnance Disposal races.
Besides The Patriot Run there are a few other events this holiday weekend. Vista has their Strawberry Festival on Sunday the 26th. The festival is a big event with multiple stages presenting various activities simultaneously. In addition to the pie …
Halfway through 2013
We're halfway through the year, how's your fitness resolution?
Achieving my New Year’s resolution is going to have to wait. My resolution for this year is to finish a marathon in three hours or less. The loose ACL in my right knee has decided I won’t be doing that …
Memorial Day Review
When did Memorial Day start and can I run a 10K to celebrate?
Memorial Day Weekend--the start of summer--time to get in shape. I’m sure Memorial Day is about something other than the start of summer but sometimes that gets lost. The first Memorial Day was May 30th, 1868 and flowers were placed …
Best events in San Diego: May 24-29
Friday | 24 FORE THE KIDS: MUSEUM SCHOOL GOLF TOURNAMENT The second annual tournament features a shotgun start, lunch, and a dinner/awards banquet. Also includes luxury carts, drinks, opportunity prizes, and contests. Novice and experienced golfers welcome. Event benefits the …