 Summer Arts & Culture
Date: 7/29 - 7/30
Summer is the perfect time to explore San Diego's captivating arts and
culture scene. Whether your visit includes the extraordinary opportunity
to view the works of one of America's favorite artists, Maxfield Parish;
taking in a soul-stirring, foot stomping Gospel Brunch at House of Blues; or spending an exhilarating evening under the stars to experience Shakespeare at The Old Globe, this is the place you'll find it all! For a complete listing of arts and
cultural events, visit the San Diego Art & Sol calendar.
Other Summer Escapes:
Summer Vacation Specials,
July 4th Celebrations Around Town,
Street Scene
Thru September 25
View more than 60 exquisite color photographs from award-winning documentary photographer, Steve McCurry, on display at the Museum of Photographic Arts. McCurry has roamed the world from Cambodia to Kashmir to Iraq, capturing legendary images including the famous "Afghan Girl," portrait of a young refugee that graced the cover of National Geographic in 1985.
Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10am-5pm; Thursdays until 9pm
Gallery admission: adults, $6; students/seniors/military, $4
Information: 619-238-7559 or www.mopa.org
June 19 - October 2
The Old Globe ushers in the much-anticipated 70th anniversary festival
season with three of the Bard's best works: The Comedy of Errors (6/19-10/2), Macbeth (6/19-9/30) and The Winter's Tale (6/19-9/28). Darko Tresnjak, one of the country's most celebrated directors, will return as Artistic Director of the Festival. The plays are performed in repertory and are staged outdoors at the Lowell Davies Festival Theater.
Performances: Tue-Sun, 8pm
Admission: $19-$55
Information: 619-23-GLOBE or www.theoldglobe.org
July 2 - September 4
Delight in an evening under the stars as the Embarcadero Marina Park
South comes alive for another season of nonstop music, fun, food
and fireworks. From Jose Feliciano to a Salute to Mowtown to Tchaikovsky, these outdoor concerts are just the ticket for young and old, classical fans and pop fans alike!
Performances: performances begin at 7:30pm (except for 6/14 which begins at 8:15pm); Embarcadero Marina Park South at the foot of Marina Park Way.
Single ticket price: $10-$65
Information & tickets: 619-235-0804 or www.sandiegosymphony.com
July 12 - 17
Winner of seven Tony Awards®, Evita brings to the stage the dynamic,
larger-than-life persona of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator, Juan Peron, who captivated a nation by championing the working class. The epic story of her rise and fall is a sweeping pop opera featuring one of Broadway's most dynamic and lush melodies, Don't Cry for Me Argentina.
Performances: times vary according to date; San Diego Civic Theatre
Tickets: $19-$65
Information & tickets: 619-570-1100, 619-220-TIXS or www.broadwaysd.com
July 16 - September 11
Don't miss the opportunity to see more than 80 works of superlative design and beauty by one of America's favorite artists. On display at the San Diego Museum of Art, the exhibition presents many of the master illustrator's most recognizable art works including his popular calendar and book illustrations, his signature classicized paintings, and the mural he painted for the Long Island studio of Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney. .
Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 10am-6pm; Thursday, 10am-9pm.
Admission: adults, $9; seniors (65+), young adults (18-24), military, $7; youths (6-17), $4, children under 5 free
Information: (619) 232-7931 or www.sdmart.org
Days Inn Downtown/Convention Center - Rates from $73 based on availability
Gaslamp Plaza Suites - Rates from $109 based on availability
Bristol Hotel - Rates from $119 based on availability
Horton Grand Hotel - rates from $125 based on availability
Radisson Hotel Harbor View - Rates from $135 based on availability
Embassy Suites Hotel San Diego Bay - Rates from $179 based on availability
San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter - Rates from $189 based on availability
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa - Rates from $199 based on availability
Hotel Solamar - Rates from $279 based on availability
Looking for a live music venue that offers something for everyone?
Located in the historic Gaslamp Quarter, House of Blues® San Diego,
offers almost every music genre imaginable. Rock n' Roll, Punk, Alternative, Heavy Metal, Rap, Country, Hip-Hop. Rhythm and Blues, Rock en Espa?ol, Jazz, Zydeco, Folk, Electronica and many other examples of
national and local performances grace the stages. Upcoming acts include
Merle Haggard, Billy Idol, Café Tacuba, Ja Rule and Devo. In addition to its stellar lineup of local and national acts, House of Blues serves up Southern-inspired cuisine in its full-service restaurant that is filled with pieces from its renowned folk art collection. A weekly, soul-stirring Sunday Gospel Brunch is also offered (10am & 1pm) and features different gospel groups from around the region. For more information, call 619-299-BLUE or visit www.hob.com.
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