Here are some of the best things to do this week in San Diego, from Monday, April 15 to Friday, April 19.
Check back Wednesday for our guide to things to do this weekend, or check out our San Diego guides for more ideas.
Monday
“Sounds and Swells”: Hausmann Quartet & Art of Elan present classical music by Debussy, Riley and Haydn performed to local surfing films. 6 p.m. Monday. Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., downtown. Free. artofelan.org
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Tuesday
Selena birthday celebration: Rooftop Cinema Club will celebrate the birthday of Selena Quintanilla-Perez with a screening of her the film about her, “Selena.” There will be a DJ and live dancing from 5 to 7 p.m. before the screening. 7 p.m. Tuesday. $29. 1 Market Place, San Diego. rooftopcinemaclub.com/san-diego/rcc-embarcadero/film/7525-selena
Amor Towles author event: The beloved novelist of “Rules of Civility” and “A Gentleman in Moscow” will sit down with local journalist Dean Nelson to have an intimate discussion about Towles’ new book, a collection of six short stories set in New York City, including a novella set in the Golden Age of Hollywood. Price includes a copy of the book. 7 p.m. Tuesday. Brown Chapel, Point Loma Nazarene University, 3900 Lomaland Drive, Point Loma. $32-$42. (858) 454-0347, warwicks.com
“Ride”: The Old Globe presents the U.S. premiere of this musical based on the true story of Annie Londonderry, the first woman to ride a bcycle around the world in the 1890s. 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; 8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays. Through April 28. Old Globe Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park, San Diego. $29 and up. (619) 234-5623, theoldglobe.org
Wednesday
Brendan Ford, left, and Frank Corrado co-star in Jake Broder’s “Sense of Decency,” making its world premiere at North Coast Repertory Theatre.
(Courtesy of Aaron Rumley)
‘Sense of Decency’ to premiere in Solana Beach: North Coast Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Jake Broder’s fact-based play about American Army psychiatrist Douglas M. Kelley, who was tasked with interviewing and determining the competency of Nazi leader Hermann Göring during the post-World War II Nuremberg war crimes trials. Previews: Wednesday through April 20. Opens April 21 and runs through May 12. 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sundays. 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach. $57-$74. (858) 481-1055, northcoastrep.org
“The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate: The Musical”: Lamb’s Players Theatre presents the world premiere of Omri Schein and Daniel Lincoln’s musical adaptation of the 2009 young adult novel about an 11-year-old girl exploring the natural world around her. 2 and 7 p.m. Wednesdays; 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Through May 5. 1142 Orange Ave., Coronado. $28-$82. (619) 437-6000, lambsplayers.org
Día de los niños/Día de los libros: San Diego Public Library is promoting the importance of literacy for kids of all cultural and linguistic backgrounds through a series of events throughout the rest of the month. Check your local branch or the public library’s website for a schedule of events to include activities, prizes, story times, crafts and special performances. sandiego.gov/public-library/dia
La Jolla Music Society’s jazz piano mini festival: This celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month features a panel discussion, masster class and an outdoor concert. All events take place in venues at La Jolla Music Society’s Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla. theconrad.org/jazz-piano-mini-festival
“‘Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812”: Cygnet Theatre presents the West Coast premiere of this Tony-nominated electropop opera adapted from a portion of Leo Tolstoy’s epic novel “War and Peace.” 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. 4040 Twiggs St., Old Town San Diego. $58-$73 (619) 337-1525, cygnettheatre.com
Thursday
Sarah Stieber will return to Littly Italy with a pop up gallery open through June 17.
(Courtesy of Sarah Stieber)
Sara Stieber Gallery grand opening: You may have seen her murals on the sides of various San Diego buildings, and now you can see her latest work in a pop-up gallery in Little Italy. This grand opening will also feature Polaroid activities and drinks from Topo Chico and Solento Tequila. 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday. 1943 India St., San Diego. Free. Reservation required: eventbrite.com/e/sarah-stieber-gallery-grand-opening-tickets-861720598507
“The 39 Steps”: New Village Arts presents Patrick Barlow’s fast-paced spoof of the 1935 Alfred Hitchco*ck film about a man caught up in a wide-ranging murder mystery in early 1900s England. Opens Saturday and runs through May 12. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays, Wednesdays and select Saturdays. New Village Arts, 2787 State St., Carlsbad. $28-$48. (760) 433-3245, newvillagearts.org
Rooftop Prom: Rooftop Cinema Club will host a screening of “10 Things I Hate About You” followed by a prom-themed silent disco. Prom attire ecouraged. 7:30 p.m. Thursday. 1 Market Place, San Diego. Tickets start at $30. rooftopcinemaclub.com/fort-worth/rooftop-cinema-club-downtown-ft-worth/film/7552-rooftop-prom-movie-silent-disco
Herbie Hanco*ck and his band, featuring Terence Blanchard and Chris Potter: Hanco*ck will perform Thursday at San Diego’s Balboa Theater with a talent-packed band that includes saxophonist Chris Potter and trumpeter Terence Blanchard, himself a two-time Oscar-nominated composer and eight-time Grammy-winner. 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Balboa Theater, 868 Fourth Ave., San Diego. $85. ticketmaster.com
Music
Music legend Herbie Hanco*ck dives into AI while his all-star album with Kendrick Lamar is revamped
An Oscar-winning film composer and 2013 Kennedy Center Honors recipient, he has won 14 Grammy Awards for his jazz, R&B and pop recordings. Hanco*ck’s many collaborators have included Miles Davis, Joni Mitchell, Lang Lang, Anoushka Shankar and Bootsy Collins.
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“Forecast Form: Art in the Caribbean Diaspora, 1990s-Today”: Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego presents a group exhibition by contemporary artists living in the Caribbean or who have migrated elsewhere. Opens Thursday and runs through July 21. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays. 700 Prospect St., La Jolla. Free-$25. (858) 454-3541, mcasd.org
Springtime carnival: This month’s WNDR After Dark will feature an immersive carnival. Performers will include contortionists and mermaids and visitors can also enjoy fair food staples. 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday. WNDR San Diego, 422 Market St, San Diego. $38. wndrmuseum.com/event/wndr-after-dark-april-san-diego
co*cktails & Taylor Karaoke: Taylor Swift fans can meet up for a night of karaoke with all their favorite songs. 9 p.m. Thursday. Ginger’s, 600 Fifth Ave., San Diego. gaslamp.org/news/events/gingers-co*cktails-taylor-karaoke
Friday
La Jolla Concours d’Elegance returns this weekend with events surrounding luxury and classic cars.
(Courtesy of La Jolla Concours d’Elegance)
La Jolla Concours d’Elegance: Fans of luxury and classic cars can enjoy an elegant three-day event taking place in various locations throughout the weekend. On Saturday, a free Cars & Coffee parade will go through Rancho Santa Fe on Paseo Delicias starting at 9 a.m. and through La Jolla Shores along Avenida de la Playa and Calle de la Playa starting at 11:30 am. This will be followed later in the evening with a free Porches on Prospect event that will display 75 Porches along Prospect and Herschel streets from 5 to 9 p.m. The main event takes place Sunday with immersive activities, up-close viewing of the cars, live music and food and drink offerings. Times vary Friday, Saturday and Sunday. La Jolla, La Jolla Shores and Rancho Santa Fe. General admission is free for kids under age 10, $30 for older children, $60 for military and $105 for adults. VIP tickets available. lajollaconcours.com
Jojo Jorge Fálcon: Mexico City native Jojo Jorge Fálcon brings a night of monologues, songs, imitations, jokes and other funny bits San Diego County. 9 p.m. Friday. The Magnolia, 210 E Main Street, El Cajon. Tickets start at $67.50. magnoliasandiego.com/EventDetail?tmeventid=vvG1iZbkM9ivRf&offerid=0
