thursday, nov. 19
The Cult and Primal Scream
The Cult is a British hard rock band formed in 1983. They gained a dedicated following in the UK in the mid-1980s as a post-punk/gothic rock band with singles such as “She Sells Sanctuary”, before breaking mainstream in the US in the late 1980s. Primal Scream is a Scottish rock band originally formed in 1982 in Glasgow by Bobby Gillespie and Jim Beattie.
House of Blues San Diego, 1055 Fifth Ave. in San Diego, 7 p.m., tickets from $45, 619-299-2583, houseofblues.com
friday, nov. 20
Lil Duval
Proclaiming himself “Lil Duval” after the county from which he hails, he has literally put his home turf on his back as he touches every nook and cranny available with his special brand of humor. Some comedians work at making people laugh. Others just do. Born with the gift to make people laugh, Lil Duval explains that, for him, “comedy was a natural thing. People always found me funny. It wasn’t that I was trying to be funny; they just found me funny.” Participating in pep rallies in high school and other activities where all eyes were on him really kicked Lil Duval into high gear.
The American Comedy Company, 818B Sixth Ave. in San Diego, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m., tickets $18, 619-795-3858, americancomedyco.com
saturday, nov. 21
Living Jazz Legends plus The Young Lions
The San Diego Symphony’s brand new “Jazz @ The Jacobs” series gets off to an auspicious start with a concert featuring some of the most experienced and beloved working jazz musicians in America today. Appearing onstage together for the first time anywhere will be: alto saxophonist and Jazz Suite for Orchestra composer Charles McPherson, tenor saxophonist and film and TV music legend Tom Scott (in a very rare San Diego appearance), San Diego-based pianist and music director (for Sarah Vaughn and Ella Fitzgerald) Mike Wofford, studio veteran bassist Henry “The Skipper” Franklin, Cannonball Adderley drummer Roy McCurdy and – straight from LA – the great Barbara Morrison, a favorite vocalist for Count Basie, Doc Severinsen and many others.
Copley Symphony Hall, 750 B Street in San Diego, 8 p.m., tickets from $20, 619-235-0804, sandiegosymphony.org
sunday, nov. 22
An Evening with David Sedaris
With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America’s preeminent humor writers. The great skill with which he slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness proves that Sedaris is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today.
Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave. in San Diego, 7 p.m., tickets from $42, 619-570-1100, sandiegotheatres.org
monday, nov. 23
JJ Sansaverino
Guitarist JJ Sansaverino is an outstanding performer who has a “take no prisoners” performance attitude. His musical style is a mix of Smooth Jazz, R&B, World Music, and Fusion, “a la Santana meets Benson.” He has reached millions with his music, touring the world for the past 25 years. He has worked with the best in the business in a wide range of idioms, including live and in the studio appearing on hundreds of recordings. Now with the release of his sophomore CD, Waiting For You, from Innervision Records, JJ puts forward a stunning selection of original compositions.
Humphreys Backstage Live, 2241 Shelter Island Drive in San Diego, 8 p.m., $12 cover, 619-224-3577, humphreysbackstagelive.com
tuesday, nov. 24
Fantasy on Ice
Ice skating? Outside? In San Diego? Yes! Sycuan and Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary are teaming up to present Fantasy on Ice with support from SENTRE Partners, NBC 7 San Diego, Liberty Station and many Friends of Rady Children’s. The festivities begin in November, when the NEW ice rink at Liberty Station, opens for the first skating season. Every day, throughout the holidays, come back to enjoy special holiday events and activities, including our own televised special sponsored by NBC 7 San Diego.
Liberty Station, 2690 Historic Decatur Road in San Diego, through January 2016, cost adult $14, child $12, 619-222-1970, fantasyonicesd.com
wednesday, nov. 25
Pat Dowling
Dowling grew up in Fairfield, Conn. He took piano and drum lessons throughout elementary school and middle school. He started playing the guitar in the sixth grade. His major musical influences are Ben Harper, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Weezer and Jack Johnson.
Croce’s Park West, 2760 Fifth Ave. in San Diego, 6p.m., 619-233-4355, crocesparkwest.com
