thursday, nov. 7
Debbie Chen, Mike Watson and Jo Ann Pastori exhibition
Debbie Chen paints in watercolors. Her inspiration comes from nature; this is reflected in her subjects, flowers and landscapes. Mike Watson paints in oils with subject matter ranging from portraits, landscapes and still life. His work is a blend of impressionism and realism, with painterly expressive strokes. Jo Ann Pastori is a fused glass artist. She is passionate about sharing her creativity and nurturing creativity in others, uniting the ordinary in us with the extraordinary inner us.
Southwestern Artists’ Association, Gallery 23, Spanish Village Art Center, 1770 Village Place in Balboa Park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., admission free, 619-232-3522, swartists.com
friday, nov. 8
Kettner Nights
Held the second Friday of every month Kettner Nights in Little Italy North has become the place to be for the arts and design crowds. In Little Italy North the art has as much flavor as the espresso or a tantalizing marinara. The Art and Design District of San Diego’s Little Italy was modeled after New York City’s trendy SoHo and Chelsea districts; offering art-lovers and design patrons diverse resources. Come explore this ever-growing distinctive neighborhood with a walk filled with art, design, antiques, food and cocktails.
Kettner Nights, Kettner Blvd. and India Street from W. Grape to W. Laurel Streets, 6-9 p.m., admission free, 619-358-9512, littleitalysd.com
saturday, nov. 9
Potted Potter
Playing to sold out houses all over the world, the New York Times and Boston Globe’s critic’s pick takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing all seven Harry Potter books (and a real life game of Quidditch) into seventy hilarious minutes. Even if you don’t know the difference between a horcrux and a Hufflepuff, Potted Potter will make you roar with laughter. Created by two-time Olivier Award nominated actors Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner, Potted Potter is perfect for ages six to Dumbledore (who is very old indeed).
Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave. in San Diego, 1:30, 4 and 8 p.m., tickets from $51.24, 619-570-1100, broadwaysd.com
sunday, nov. 10
Los Colores de la Muerte: A Day of the Dead Festival
A new exhibition recognizing this annual festival during which family and friends gather to honor and celebrate the lives of those who have passed. With a Spanish title that means The Colors of Death, the new exhibition will, in fact, be very colorful and a true feast for the eyes. Vibrant paintings and photographs as well as ornate, white clay sculptures of Catrinas – costumed skeleton figures that have become a prominent part of modern Day of the Dead observances – will pop against the dark purple and burnt-orange walls of the galleries.
California Center for the Arts, Escondido Museum, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. in Escondido,1-4 p.m., admission $8, 760-839-4120, artcenter.org
monday, nov. 11
She-Rantulas From Outer Space-in 3D!
Phil Johnson and Ruff Yeager bring us a hilarious send-up of the femme fatales and B-movie horror stories of the 1950s. When a horror-horde of monster-mutants invades Small Town U.S.A., will one all-American mother face the truth about her little Suzie and destroy the evil web of terror? There will be carnage! There will be destruction! There will be men in women’s clothing! Do you dare witness sights too weird to imagine and destruction too monstrous to escape?
Diversionary Theatre, 4545 Park Blvd. in San Diego, 8 p.m., tickets from $29, 619-220-0097, diversionary.org
tuesday, nov. 12
Evita
Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award-winning musical returns at last! Eva Perón used her beauty and charisma to rise meteorically from the slums of Argentina to the presidential mansion as first lady. Adored by her people as a champion for the poor, she became one of the most powerful women in the world – while her greed, outsized ambition and fragile health made her one of the most tragic. Evita tells Eva’s passionate and unforgettable true story, and features some of theater’s most beautiful songs, including “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina,” “Another Suitcase in Another Hall” and “High Flying, Adored.”
The San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave, in San Diego, 7 p.m., tickets from $32.25, 619-570-1100, broadwaysd.com
wednesday, nov. 13
Much Ado About Nothing
Weaving wit, romance and comedy, William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing is a whirlwind race to the finish line of “happily ever after.” Love may conquer all, but not without a few battles along the way, and the verbal spars between these two lovers have never been so much fun to watch!
Sheryl & Harvey White Theatre, Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, 363 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park, 7 p.m., tickets $19, 619-234-5623, theoldglobe.org
