thursday, feb. 5
San Diego Jewish Film Festival
This year’s 25th Silver Anniversary San Diego Jewish Film Festival, running Feb. 5-15, will showcase a total of 48 feature films and documentaries which reflect all genres of films. Additionally, 50 short films are a part of the Joyce Forum Feb. 9. The Center is co-presenting two LGBT-themed films, Aimee and Jaguar and Kicking Out Shoshana . Discount tickets can be purchased using code SDLGBT.
San Diego Jewish Film Festival, to see the entire lineup of films, venues and to buy tickets visit sdcjc.org/sdjff/
friday, feb. 6
Kodo One Earth Tour 2015: Mystery
Kodo returns to La Jolla Music Society with a new and innovative program, Kodo One Earth Tour 2015: Mystery. The drummers transport the audience to a place that conjures the spirit of the Japanese people and their indigenous nature. Exploring the limitless possibilities of the traditional Japanese drum, the taiko, Mystery includes scenes inspired by traditional folk dances, along with newly created scenes by members of Kodo and pieces from their classic repertoire.
Historic Balboa Theatre, 868 4th Ave. in San Diego, 8 p.m., tickets from $27, 858-459-3728, ljms.org
saturday, feb. 7
Avenue Q
Part flesh (human), part felt (puppets) and packed with heart. A recent college grad moves into a shabby NYC neighborhood and soon discovers life is hard. He and his neighbors struggle to find decent jobs, stable relationships and a purpose in life, but ultimately realize the real world isn’t so bad after all. This truly unique show addresses humorous adult issues. Contains strong language.
Coronado Playhouse, 1835 Strand Way in Coronado, 8 p.m., tickets $27, 619-435-4856, coronadoplayhouse.com
sunday, feb. 8
The Harlem Globetrotters
The iconic Harlem Globetrotters are coming to town with their unrivaled family show, featuring some of the greatest athletes on the planet. With incredible ball handling wizardry, amazing rim-rattling dunks and trick shots, side-splitting comedy and unequaled on-court fan interaction, this must-see event is guaranteed to entertain the whole family – creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Valley View Casino Center, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. in San Diego, 2 p.m., tickets from $16, 619-224-4171, valleyviewcasinocenter.com
monday, feb. 9
Lorraine Castellanos
Lorraine Castellanos has an intense passion for music, evident in her perceptive phrasing and tone, both as an instrumentalist and vocalist. With a weighty voice and sensitive execution on the classical guitar, Castellanos is gaining a reputation as a dynamic musical presence in her hometown of San Diego.
Croce’s Park West, 2760 Fifth Ave. in San Diego, 6 p.m., $5 cover, 619-233-4355, crocesparkwest.com
tuesday, feb. 10
Sleeping Beauty (Russian National Ballet Theatre)
The Russian National Ballet Theatre presents Sleeping Beauty featuring the dancers of the Russian National Ballet Theatre. Consistently the most popular International Passport presentations, the annual Valentine’s week festival of Russian ballet returns! The mini-festival opens with Piotr Tchaikovsky’s romantic Sleeping Beauty , based on the classic fairy tale. San Diego Symphony does not appear.
Jacobs Music Center, 750 B Street in San Diego, 7:30 p.m., adult tickets from $20, 619-235-0804, sdys.org
wednesday, feb. 11
The Crow Show: An Homage To The Raven
Throughout the world, crows and ravens have taken on a special significance due to their dark presence in the skies and their surprising interaction in our communities. In the art world, these magnificent birds appear with meaning and symbolism. The artist’s creative fascination makes them the perfect subject for an in-depth exploration of art being created by today’s artist. The Crow Show: An Homage To The Raven showcases the works of diverse, international artists as they question the meaning of crows and ravens in today’s world.
On display at the Art Institute of California, San Diego in Mission Valley and the San Diego Art Institute, 3830 Ray Street in North Park, for more information visit thestudiodoor.com
