thursday, jan. 19
Stars in the Salon: Artists from Salome
Join your favorite opera stars for a look at San Diego Opera’s 2012 international season. San Diego Opera Stars in the Salon (formerly Artists’ Roundtables) is a thrilling experience for anyone who loves opera. A distinguished guest panel from the opera Salome will take a provocative look at the music, characters and behind-the-scenes work of this production.
The San Diego Civic Theatre, Beverly Sills Salon, 1100 Third Ave. in San Diego, 5:30 p.m., free, 619-533-7000, sdopera.com.
friday, jan. 20
The Mosaic Quartet
JB and Chetan first met as concert pianists in Cleveland in 2005, and while a handful of songs were written, the two hadn’t considered starting a band together until a jam session with bass player Melissa in 2010. They are known now for incorporating 19th and 20th century piano pieces to their shows, reviving what many consider to be a dying art form. While drawing the likes of Coldplay and Muse, their style undeniably has a life and sound of its own.
House of Blues, Voodoo Lounge, 1055 Fifth Ave. in San Diego, 7 p.m., for ticket prices please contact the venue, 619-299-2583, houseofblues.com.
saturday, jan. 21
Michael Jackson The Immortal Tour by Cirque du Soleil
A riveting fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy that immerses audiences in Michael’s creative world and literally turns his signature moves upside down. Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour unfolds Michael Jackson’s artistry before the eyes of the audience. Aimed at lifelong fans as well as those experiencing Michael’s creative genius for the first time, the show captures the essence, soul and inspiration of the King of Pop, celebrating a legacy that continues to transcend generations.
Valley View Casino, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. in San Diego, 8 p.m., tickets from $50, 619-224-4171, valleyviewcasinocenter.com.
sunday, jan. 22
A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The Common Ground Theatre presents A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with performances by singer/songwriter Sweet Karma and dramatic readings by Dr. Dorothy Smith. Other performers include spoken word artist Tony Mays, jazz saxophonist Reggie Smith, singer Joy and gospel singer Robert Rush. Donations to Common Ground Theatre will be accepted.
Paradise Village, 2700 East Fourth Ave. in National City, just east of Paradise Valley hospital, 3 p.m., free admission, 619-255-2316.
monday, jan. 23
2012 Human Rights Watch Film Festival
The Human Rights Watch Film Festival will travel to San Diego for its second year from Jan. 20 through Jan. 23. This Sunday, teen filmmakers turn the camera on their own struggles for human rights and invite audiences to experience the world as they do – as a Kenyan teenager living in Africa’s second largest slum, as a 15-year-old girl in India who needs to choose between supporting her family or getting an education, or as a 14-year-old Afghan seeking asylum in the U.K. after fleeing the war-torn country where his father was killed. Youth Producing Change shares 11 powerful stories made by teens from across the globe as they share their vision of change.
Museum of Photographic Arts, 1649 El Prado in Balboa Park, 10:30 a.m., s ingle screening tickets $8 for the general public, 619-238-7559, mopa.org.
tuesday, jan. 24
The Recommendation
A world premiere play from one of America’s exciting new theatrical voices. Aaron is smart, privileged and liked by everyone. Iskinder, his college roommate, is modest, unconnected and comes from a middle-class immigrant family. Soon the best of friends, Aaron takes Iskinder under his wing, sharing his world of favors and fortune. But the safe haven of college only lasts so long, and once in the real world, Aaron is thrust into a terrifying situation without his familiar safety net. Contains strong language.
Sheryl & Harvey White Theatre, Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, 1362 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park, 7 p.m., tickets from $29, 619-234-5623, theoldglobe.org.
wednesday, jan. 25
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
One of Europe’s most distinguished orchestras returns to Symphony Hall. After wowing San Diego Symphony audiences on opening weekend, patrons will get to hear Jean-Yves Thibaudet’s special magic again. This time he will perform with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (Britain’s National Orchestra) on Camille Saint-Saëns’ exotic final piano concerto, the “Egyptian” No. 5. The concert closes with Maestro Charles Dutoit leading the Royal Phil in Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s tempestuous Symphony No. 5.
Copley Symphony Hall, 750 B Street in San Diego, 7:30 p.m., tickets from $30, 619-235-0804, sandiego-symphony.org.
