Lisa Wexhler

Sept 2010 Happenings - San Diego

All month
Bicycles and Bloomers: Women's Emancipation and the Bicycle
The "Bicycles and Bloomers: Women's Emancipation and the Bicycle" exhibit opens at the Coronado Museum of History & Art and explores the revolutionary effects of the bicycle on society and gender roles.
http://coronadohistory.org

All month
Looking Back / Moving Forward: Contemporary Mexican-American Art
In honor of the Mexican Bicentennial Oceanside Museum of Art is pleased to present Looking Back / Moving Forward: Contemporary Mexican-American Art, an exhibition that celebrates Mexican culture by examining the recent work of Einar and Jamex de la Torre and Raul Guerrero.
www.oma-online.org

All month
The Norman Conquests
This trilogy of full-length comedies by Alan Ayckbourn (Table Manners, Round and Round the Garden, Living Together) performed in rotating repertory, focuses on a quiet weekend in the country which turns to mayhem when Norman, a charming assistant librarian, schemes to take a holiday with his wife's sister. The wild antics of Norman and his oddball in-laws will take you from hysterics to tears and back.
http://cygnettheatre.com/wheresnorman

All month
Asian Pacific Historic District Walking Tour
See where Chinese, Japanese and Filipino immigrants first settled in San Diego!
www.sdchm.org

All month
Leveled: An Interactive Experiment in Art
This groundbreaking exhibition will shift expected boundaries and conventions within the Museum system between artist, patron and curator as artists Wes Bruce, Ingram Ober and Marisol Rendon and Doris Bittar (in collaboration with poet Diane Gage and musician Jonathan Glasier) present large-scale interactive installations based on different connotations of the word green.
www.artcenter.org

Through 09/05/2010
San Diego Museum of Art - Heroes: Mortals and Myths in Ancient Greece
This international exhibition features more than 100 objects that examine the origins of the hero through the lens of Greek art and mythology.
www.sdmart.org

Through 09/05/2010
Starlight Theatre presents - Hello, Dolly!
The Broadway Classic Returns with Everyone's Favorite Matchmaker
www.starlighttheatre.org/hellodolly.html

Through 09/12/2010
The Old Globe presents - The Last Romance
On an ordinary day in a routine life, an 80-year-old widower decides to take a different path on his daily walk that leads him to an unexpected second chance at love.
http://theoldglobe.org/index.aspx

Through 09/19/2010
Here Not There: San Diego Art Now
a stimulating and provocative view into the variety, strength, and vitality of work being produced by contemporary artists living in San Diego County. The exhibition focuses on emerging artists -- serving as the first museum exhibition for many -- as well as under-recognized mid-career artists, and includes artworks in a wide range of genres, from painting, drawing, and sculpture to installation, video, new media, conceptual and performance art.
www.mcasd.org

Through 09/19/2010
miXtape
Take a seriously wild musical ride back to the most awesome of decades. Reagan was in the White House, Michael Jackson was at the top of the charts, lycra and legwarmers were the accessories du jour, and a “mix tape” of favorite tunes was the ultimate in self-expression.
www.lambsplayers.org

Through 09/23/2010
The Old Globe presents - King Lear
Adrian Noble directs Shakespeare’s masterpiece, at once an intimate story of family and mortality and a tragedy of grand scope.
http://theoldglobe.org/index.aspx

Through 09/24/2010
The Old Globe presents - The Madness of George III
A tour de force of royal intrigue by renowned playwright Alan Bennett (The History Boys).
http://theoldglobe.org/index.aspx

Through 09/26/2010
Taking Aim Exhibition
Taking Aim spans more than fifty years of music-making as seen through the eyes of 40 legendary photographers. The subject of these photographs include rock 'n' roll icons such as Elvis Presley, Jimi Hendrix and The Beatles. Experience the revolution that changed the course of cultural history.
www.mopa.org/exhibitions/upcoming.htm

Through 09/26/2010
The Old Globe presents - The Taming of the Shrew
One of Shakespeare’s most enduring, and bawdiest, comedies - The Taming of the Shrew is the quintessential battle-of-the-sexes.
http://theoldglobe.org/index.aspx

09/01/2010
"The Sky Tonight" Planetarium Shows
Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
Explore "Wolf-Rayet Ring Nebulae" during the September presentation of "The Sky Tonight" in the Dome Theater.
www.rhfleet.org

09/02/2010
Green Day with Special Guest AFI
Green Day will be performing with AFI at the Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre. All ages show!
www.livenation.com

09/02/2010
Summer Salon Series with Matthew Hebert
Meet up with friends, grab a cocktail from Giuseppe’s bar in the rotunda, and interact with local emerging artists during the Museum’s Summer Salon Series as the galleries.
www.sdmart.org

09/02/2010
Tallship Parade on San Diego Bay
Watch the spectacular Parade of Tall Ships starting from the entrance to San Diego Bay. The parade can be viewed from North Island, Shelter Island, Harbor Island, or along the Embarcadero from the Coast Guard Station to Seaport Village.
www.sdmaritime.org

09/02/2010 - 09/05/2010
ART SAN DIEGO Contemporary Art Fair
ART SAN DIEGO 2010: The Forum for Art A marketplace for leading emerging and established contemporary artists. A creative space for artistic exhibitions. A forum for dialog on current topics in the art world. A cultural and social highlight in San Diego.
http://artsandiego-fair.com

09/02/2010 - 09/05/2010
Razzle Dazzle! My Life Behind the Sequins starring Mitzi Gaynor
Join Mitzi Gaynor for an intimate and affectionate love letter to that fun "razzle-dazzle" era of show business.
www.welktheatresandiego.com

09/02/2010 - 09/06/2010
Festival of Sail 2010
Mark the date and join the fun: the Maritime Museum's tall ship festival is coming to the San Diego waterfront Labor Day weekend. Tall ships from around the world are parading into San Diego Bay!
www.sdmaritime.org

09/02/2010 - 09/19/2010
Smoke on the Mountain
In the Mood for an Uplifting Musical? The Great Depression is coming to an end, and the Sanders Family Singers are back on the road again.
www.lambsplayers.org

09/03/2010 - 09/05/2010
San Diego Padres vs. Colorado Rockies
The San Diego Padres face division rival Colorado Rockies in a three game series at Petco Park.
www.padres.com

09/03/2010 - 09/05/2010
Barona's 40th Annual Pow Wow
Barona's 40th Annual Pow Wow shares traditional Native American culture with San Diegans. Native Americans showcase traditional Tribal dances, singing and music.
www.barona-nsn.gov

09/03/2010 - 09/05/2010
San Diego Symphony Summer Pops: 1812 Tchaikovsky Spectacular!
Our season finale! The Summer Pops wouldn’t be complete without Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and his thunderous 1812 Overture. Also on the program: 15-year old violin phenom—Chad Hoopes performing Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto.
www.sandiegosymphony.com

09/04/2010
Cash'd Out w/Pushin Rope and Off the Wagon
Cash’d Out is the premier Johnny Cash tribute band in the world, bar none. Cash’d Out is the only tribute band endorsed by and linked to the official Johnny Cash website. Cash’d Out live shows respectfully and lovingly reference the late, great Man in Black’s early Columbia era and Sun Records combined with the energy of the classic multi platinum selling live recordings from Folsom Prison and San Quentin.
www.bellyup.com

09/04/2010
Family Film Day
Museum of Photographic Arts
Join us for a day of fun and festivities at MoPA!
http://mopa.org

09/04/2010
House of Ukraine 50th Anniversary Concert
House of Ukraine 50th Anniversary Concert featuring DESNA Ukrainian Dance Company of Toronto and Violin Virtuoso, Vasyl Popadiuk.
www.houseofukraine.com

09/04/2010
Joe Rogan
The comedy show is 21+.
www.houseofblues.com

09/04/2010
Julian Grape Stomp Festa
Every September the Julian Chamber of Commerce celebrates the harvest of the grapes with a real, olde-world style grape stomp and festa at the Menghini Winery.
www.julianca.com

09/05/2010
Free Energy and Titus Andronicus - FM 94.9 About the Music Show
Cult Minneapolis rockers Hockey Night split up a couple of years back, and for a time main men Scott Wells and Paul Sprangers continued to operate under that moniker.
www.bellyup.com

09/06/2010
Labor Day!

09/06/2010 - 09/08/2010
San Diego Padres vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
www.padres.com

09/07/2010
Justin Nozuka w/Alex Cuba and Ry Cuming
This guitar slinging aficionado has the street smarts of an urban swinger and the heart-bending soul of a gospel preacher, and is adept at blending a dark, bluesy Americana vibe with warm, acoustic soul where bits of old folk music and flamenco tunes swirl in and out of earshot.
www.bellyup.com

09/07/2010 - 10/17/2010
Limelight: The Story of Charlie Chaplin
World Premiere Musical Music and Lyrics by Christopher Curtis Book by Christopher Curtis & Thomas Meehan Directed by Michael Unger.
www.lajollaplayhouse.org

09/08/2010
Dead Feather Moon, Riddle the Roar and Lights On - benefit for San Diego Music Foundation
With an ear for the blues, folk, and country, this San Diego-based band pours introspective lyrics, driving rhythm and soulful harmonies into an empty whiskey glass.
www.bellyup.com

09/08/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents Doobie Brothers
It’s hard to believe that it’s been over 30 years since Tom Johnston and Patrick Simmons first assembled The Doobie Brothers in the Bay Area. As always they will unearth their treasure chest of hits including "Listen To the Music," "Black Water," "China Grove," "Jesus Is Just Alright," and "Long Train Running." True rock 'n roll survivors, The Doobie Brothers will be making their 12th summertime appearance at Humphrey’s. With special guest, pop singer, Lara Johnston.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/08/2010 - 09/25/2010
Moonlight Stage Productions presents - Miss Saigon
The international musical sensation performed outdoors under the stars.
www.moonlightstage.com

09/09/2010
alt.pictureshows 2010
Part cinematic funhouse, part film festival, the eighth annual alt.pictureshows returns in force as San Diego’s premier short-film showcase. This year, MCASD is collaborating with the newly opened San Diego State University Downtown Gallery to present a new lineup of engaging and innovative short films from around the world. During this popular, one-night-only event, portions of MCASD and SDSU’s Downtown Gallery—located on Kettner and Broadway—will be transformed into the ultimate micro-cinema where viewers are encouraged to “physically channel surf” from room to room as a selection of shorts screen on loop throughout the night.
http://mcasd.org

09/09/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents Sheryl Crow
Bolder and more free-spirited than ever, Sheryl Crow embarks on paths both deeply personal and grandly global on her latest release, Detours.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/09/2010 - 09/12/2010
San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants
www.padres.com

09/10/2010
16th Annual San Diego Festival of Beer
This year's Sixteenth Annual Festival of Beer will take over the streets at Columbia and B once more to bring you a fun-filled evening with a goal of 6,000 beer lovers like yourself enjoying the sounds of live music while sampling from seventy five different breweries.
www.sdbeerfest.org

09/10/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents The Beach Boys
The Rock 'n Roll Hall Of Famers and California legends continue to be led by Mike Love and Bruce Johnston. The Beach Boys spew out one hit after another in a show that is simultaneously fresh and nostalgic.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/10/2010 - 09/11/2010
Dive-In Theatre
Join us for this unique and site-specific theatre event at the L’Auberge Hotel’s Lap Pool in Del Mar as we celebrate the end of summer.
www.laubergedelmar.com

09/11/2010
Coronado Main Street Annual Garden Party
Guests will enjoy a "Taste of Coronado", entertainment and no-host beverages at this annual community celebration. There will be a wine tasting and brew from the Coronado Brewing Company. The proceeds from the Party support Coronado’s signature Median Gardens.
www.coronadomainstreet.com

09/11/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents Air Supply
In 2008, they were named as one of the best musical acts of all time in the Billboard Hot 100's 50 year anniversary edition. A new album is schedule for release this year. Expect an evening of nostalgic bliss.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/11/2010
Jazz 88.3 Ocean Beach Music and Art Festival
21 critically acclaimed, award-winning bands. 7 venues – great art, great food, great location.
http://obmusicfest.org

09/12/2010
La Jolla Rough Water Swim
The largest rough-water swimming competition in the U.S. Takes place in the La Jolla cove.
www.lajollaroughwaterswim.com

09/14/2010 - 11/07/2010
The Old Globe presents - Brighton Beach Memoirs and Broadway Bound
Two of the best and most popular classics from Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Neil Simon are brought together for an incredible theatrical event. These semi-autobiographical plays, which ran for a combined five years during their original Broadway runs, will be performed in a rotating repertory schedule.
www.theoldglobe.org

09/15/2010
Adicts with Agent Orange
Come see Adicts performing with Agent Orange at the House of Blues! Don't miss out on this all ages punk rock show!
www.houseofblues.com

09/15/2010 - 11/15/2010
Julian Apple Days Festival
A San Diego tradition “as American as apple pie” is the popular Annual Julian Fall Apple Harvest, September 15 – November 15, celebrating this historic mountain town’s famous homemade apple pies and ciders.
www.julianappledays.com

09/16/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents Tower of Power
For over 40 years, Tower of Power has been creating their own kind of soul music. Since 1968, Tower of Power has delivered their unique brand of music to their fans, appearing before sold out crowds as they tour the world each year.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/16/2010 - 09/18/2010
Human Rights Watch Film Festival
MoPA is proud to present the San Diego premier of the Human Rights Watch International Film Festival.
http://mopa.org

09/17/2010
Brad Paisley H2O World Tour
With special guests Darius Rucker, Justin Moore, Easton Corbin, Steel Magnolia and Josh Thompson. This country show is all ages.
www.livenation.com

09/17/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents The Fab Four
The Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles' songs, The Fab Four will make you think you are watching the real thing.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/17/2010 - 09/18/2010
Dive-In Theatre
L'Auberge Del Mar
Join us for this unique and site-specific theatre event at the L’Auberge Hotel’s Lap Pool in Del Mar as we celebrate the end of summer.
www.laubergedelmar.com

09/17/2010 - 09/19/2010
San Diego Bayfair’s World Series of Powerboat Racing
A family festival tradition for over 40 years. Planned racing classes include IHBA Drag boats, Unlimited Lights, Offshore Power Boats, Tunnel Hull classes and many, many more. They provide race fans with deck-to-deck racing and thrills at every turn, all in beautiful Mission Bay Park.
www.sandiegobayfair.org

09/17/2010 - 10/17/2010
Dostoevsky's Notes From Underground
Dostoevsky's landmark novel is brought to the stage in a searing, honest and at times heartbreakingly funny new adaptation, hailed as a "brilliantly original and theatrical work of art" (The Boston Globe).
www.lajollaplayhouse.org

09/18/2010
91x presents 2010 Honda Civic Tour featuring Paramore with Tegan and Sara
Paramore will be performing with Tegan and Sara, this is an all ages show!
www.livenation.com

09/18/2010
Hanson
With special guest A Rocket to the Moon! This pop performance is all ages.
www.houseofblues.com

09/18/2010
No Reservations: “An Evening with Anthony Bourdain”
Anthony Bourdain, the internationally acclaimed chef, author, and host of Travel Channel’s “No Reservations,” has traveled to the farthest reaches of the globe, and now comes to the Center for one night only.
www.artcenter.org

09/18/2010
Rock 105.3 presents Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival featuring Disturbed and Avenged Sevenfold
With special guests Stone Sour, Halestorm and more!
www.livenation.com

09/18/2010
Special Morning Screening: Youth Producing Change
Youth Producing Change is an innovative division of the Human Rights Watch International Film Festival, presented in collaboration with Adobe Youth Voices, which portrays human rights crises from the perspectives of youth worldwide
http://mopa.org/education/film.htm

09/18/2010 - 09/19/2010
Coronado Art Walk
Due to growing popularity, the Coronado Historical Association’s Fifth Annual Art Walk will be expanded to two days this year! Over 70 artists from around the country will be on hand displaying works ranging from paintings and photography to pottery, wood and glass pieces and jewelry.
www.coronadoartwalk.org

09/19/2010
IMAX® En Espanol: “Lewis & Clark" at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
Join the Fleet Science Center for an IMAX film screening with the soundtrack entirely in Spanish.
www.rhfleet.org

09/19/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents Last Comic Standing
The Emmy-nominated laugh-fest returns with an all new group of the world’s funniest comics. Watch the series this summer on NBC, then see the finalists perform as the Last Comic Standing Live Tour appears on the Humphreys stage.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/19/2010
San Diego Chargers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
The San Diego Chargers take on the Jacksonville Jaguars at Qualcomm Stadium.
www.chargers.com

09/19/2010 - 09/24/2010
San Diego Restaurant Week
Extraordinary 3 course menus from San Diego's best restaurants. Experience cuisine that delights your palate and defines the art of dining in San Diego. Choose from over 180 of the city's best restaurants and enjoy a three-course dinner for $20, $30 or $40 per person, depending on the restaurant. Now is your chance to discover new restaurants and enjoy all your favorites at a discounted price!
www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com

09/20/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents Serj Tankian
One of the most unconventional front men in rock, System Of A Down singer Serj Tankian made his debut as a solo artist with Elect The Dead. Serj Tankian will be performing with a 24 piece symphony orchestra.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/21/2010
Phoenix
French alternative rock band Phoenix will be performing with Holy Ghost!
http://as.sdsu.edu/viejas_arena/oat.html

09/22/2010
Muse
With special guest Passion Pit. This alternative performance is all ages!
http://www.as.sdsu.edu/viejas_arena

09/22/2010 - 09/26/2010
San Diego Film Festival
An annual film festival showcasing the best in American and International cinema. The San Diego Film Festival will showcase a unique mix of 85 thought-provoking, award-winning films designed to enlighten, enrich and entertain audiences. Throughout the festival, film-goers get to slip behind the velvet ropes for a plethora of hip, one-of-a-kind special events; five chic parties including the celebrity ball and industry party, filmmaker awards, VIP receptions, live performances and career-advancing networking opportunities!
www.sdff.org

09/23/2010 - 09/25/2010
Human Rights Watch Film Festival
MoPA is proud to present the San Diego premier of the Human Rights Watch International Film Festival. This is the second weekend of the event.
http://mopa.org/education/film.htm

09/24/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents Margaret Cho
Cho is best known for her stand-up routines, through which she critiques social and political problems, especially those pertaining to race, sexuality, and sex.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/24/2010
The Dan Band
This comedy band is performing for a 21+!
www.houseofblues.com

09/24/2010 - 09/26/2010
San Diego Padres vs. Cincinnati Reds
The San Diego Padres face the Cincinnati Reds for a three game weekend series at PETCO Park.
www.padres.com

09/25/2010
26th Annual California Cleanup Day
I Love a Clean San Diego and San Diego Coastkeeper are asking volunteers to bring their own bucket and work gloves to reduce waste while cleaning up the community. California Coastal Cleanup Day is a statewide coastal and inland waterway cleanup held throughout California each year, part of the largest such cleanup in the country.
www.cleanupday.org

09/25/2010
Jonas Brothers
With special guests Demi Lovato and friends from Camp Rock!
www.livenation.com

09/25/2010 - 09/26/2010
29th Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair
One of the largest free music street fairs in California. Over 70 live music acts on 6 stages, three beer gardens, Giant Carnival rides and 300 hundred craft & food vendors.
www.adamsaveonline.com

09/25/2010 - 09/26/2010
Annual Pacific Islander Festival
The 16th Annual Pacific Islander Festival, is a free event that showcases the cultures and customs of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia with continuous entertainment throughout the day. Held at Mission Bay’s Ski Beach, the event also features food, music and specialty crafts unique to each culture.
www.pifasandiego.com

09/25/2010 - 09/26/2010
Cabrillo Festival
Journey back to September 28, 1542 when Cabrillo, a Portuguese navigator sailing under the flag of Spain, landed at San Diego. Stepping ashore on Ballast Point, he was the first European to land on the west coast of what is now the United States of America.
www.cabrillofestival.org

09/25/2010 - 09/26/2010
ArtSplash at The Flower Fields of Carlsbad California
Annual two day chalk art festival. ArtSplash on Armada Drive. Family fun and free. Chalk painting, hands-on art, fine art, family carnival, and sand sculpting.www.CarlsbadArtSplash.org

09/25/2010 - 10/03/2010
Jean Isaacs San Diego Dance Theater presents: Trolley Dances 2010
A one- of- kind ride to see site- specific dance along the San Diego Trolley line. This year, the annual site-specific dance project travels from the historic County Administration Building to the New Children's Museum and the new Hilton Bayfront with stops in between for site-specific dance created by Jean Isaacs and Trolley favorite Monica Bill Barnes (New York) and other participating choreographers.
www.sandiegodancetheater.org

09/25/2010 - 10/31/2010
The Old Globe presents: Welcome to Arroyo's
In 2010 Pulitzer Prize-finalist Kristoffer Diaz's Welcome to Arroyo’s, a brother and sister search for their respective places in the world after the death of their mother.
http://theoldglobe.org

09/26/2010
San Diego Symphony: Bayanihan, The Philippine National Dance Company
Internationally acclaimed Bayanihan, the Philippine National Dance Company, makes their debut at Symphony Hall. Enjoy the ancient Filipino tradition of Bayanihan as they incorporate incredible originality, visual beauty and exciting dance.
http://sandiegosymphony.com

09/26/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents UB40
Someone once claimed UB40 are to reggae what the Beatles and Rolling Stones were to American rhythm and blues and as they release the latest installment of their best-selling Labour Of Love series, the truth of this statement is undeniable.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/27/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents Emmylou Harris
Few performers have left as profound an impact on contemporary music as Emmylou Harris. Blessed with a crystalline voice, a remarkable gift for phrasing, and a restless creative spirit, she traveled a singular artistic path, proudly carrying the torch of "Cosmic American music" passed down by her mentor, Gram Parsons.
www.humphreysconcerts.com

09/27/2010 - 09/30/2010
San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs
www.padres.com

09/28/2010
Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
With special guest ZZ Top! This is an all ages show at the Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre!
www.livenation.com

09/30/2010
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents Jackson Browne & David Lindley
American rock singer/songwriter and musician, Jackson Browne, has written and performed some of the most literate and moving songs in popular music and has been honored with inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriter's Hall of Fame.
www.humphreysbackstagelive.com

09/30/2010 - 10/04/2010
Sextet
Sextet sheds light on various aspects of gay desire: for community, for power, for acceptance, for family, for sex and for love. Reveles is The Geisel Director of Education and Outreach for the San Diego Opera. Stokes recently directed Romeo and Juliet for the San Diego Opera. Underwritten in part by The James Irvine Foundation.
www.diversionary.org