thursday, june 6
Becoming Cuba
This world premiere drama set in 1889 Cuba, introduces a family coping with the changing landscape of their country as it struggles for independence. Melinda Lopez’s knack for dialogue and drama, mixed with her knowledge and research of the time, opens the door for issues of loyalty and family, fighting for a cause and finding happiness to be interwoven through this powerful and often humorous drama.
North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive in Solana Beach, 8 p.m., tickets $35, 858-481-1055, northcoastrep.org
friday, june 7
Barefoot in the Park
Paul and Corie Bratter are newlyweds in every sense of the word. He’s a straight-as-an-arrow lawyer and she’s a free spirit always looking for the latest kick. They get a surprise visit from Corie’s loopy mother and decide to play matchmaker during a dinner with their neighbor-in-the-attic Velasco, where everything that can go wrong, does. Corie wants staid Paul to be a little more spontaneous and running “barefoot in the park” would be a start.
Patio Playhouse Community Theater, 201 East Grand Ave. in Escondido, 8 p.m., tickets $15, 760-746-6669, patioplayhouse.org
saturday, june 8
The Little Italy Mercato Farmers’ Market 5th Anniversary Feast of Flavors
Top chefs from Little Italy will create signature dishes in celebration of the Mercato’s five year anniversary. A selection of Little Italy’s favorite chefs, including Chef Fabrizio Cavallini of Monello, Chef Thomas Depew of The Glass Door and Christopher Vera-Tudela of Davanti Enoteca will be presenting dishes inspired by the Mercato for attendees to enjoy. A portion of event proceeds will be going to support the new community garden at Little Italy’s Washington Elementary School.
Amici Park at the corner of State and Date Streets in Little Italy, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., tickets $25, 619-233-3901, littleitalymercato.com
sunday, june 9
Chagall – a new theatrical musical with dance
In celebration of the Lipinsky Family Jewish Arts Festival’s 20th anniversary, John Malashock and Yale Strom join forces to present an extraordinary theatrical event Chagall. With stirring dance, music from around the world, and of course, flying cows – the production depicts the life, art and loves of the master painter, Marc Chagall.
Theodore and Adele Shank Theatre at the La Jolla Playhouse, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive in La Jolla, 7 p.m., This performance is free of charge, donations appreciated, for reservations call 619-544-1000.
monday, june 10
Toy Cars
Relive your childhood and visit the San Diego Automotive Museum’s latest exhibition – Toy Cars.
The exhibition features auto-related toys in our culture – from scooters to models and from soap box derby cars to pedal cars.
San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza in Balboa Park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., adult admission $8.50, 619-231-2886, sdautomuseum.org
tuesday, june 11
His Girl Friday
A major story is brewing in a 1939 Chicago press room, but ace reporter Hildy Johnson is leaving the newspaper game for good. When her former editor (and ex-husband) entices her with the scoop to break the story, the lure of fame and rekindled romance prove more than she can resist. Don’t miss this fast-talking comedy that exposes the unsavory politics of tabloid journalism.
La Jolla Playhouse, Mandell Weiss Theatre, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive in La Jolla, 7:30 p.m., tickets from $47, 858-550-1010, lajollaplayhouse.org
wednesday, june 12
Cyndi Lauper – She’s So Unusual tour
Pop music royalty, passionate philanthropist and super mom, Cyndi Lauper kicks off her She’s So Unusual tour at Humphreys to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her groundbreaking debut album. Lauper will perform the record-setting album in its entirety. Recorded and released in 1983, She’s So Unusual, is a colorful portrait of a unique and multifaceted talent. The album features some of Lauper’s most well-known songs and perennial radio favorites including “Girls Just Want to Have Fun,” “Time After Time,” “She Bop,” “Money Changes Everything,” and “All Through the Night.”
Humphreys Concerts by the bay, 2241 Shelter Island Drive in San Diego, 7:30 p.m., tickets $58, 800-745-3000, humphreysconcerts.com
