thursday, feb. 4
Judith Barry: Voice Off
An artist and writer who trained in architecture, Judith Barry creates experiential video works in which the viewer plays an integral role. These innovative installations often explore the relationship between physical space and psychological space – and how these spaces shape us as subjects. Voice Off (1998-99) is a two-channel video and sound installation in which videos are projected onto each side of a wall dividing the gallery.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego Downtown, 1100 and 1001 Kettner Blvd. in San Diego, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., general admission $10, 858-454-3541, mcasd.org
friday, feb. 5
Joe DeRosa
Writer, actor, and standup comedian Joe DeRosa has become a favorite on the comedy circuit. His brand of comedy mixing brutal honesty and frustration at the workings of the world has won over comedy fans, radio listeners, and TV audiences nationwide. DeRosa can currently be seen on History Channel’s I Love the 1880s, and has appeared on HBO’s Bored To Death, FX’s Louie, IFC’s Z-Rock, E’s Chelsea Lately, and DirecTV’s The Artie Lange Show.
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, feb. 6
Outside Mullingar
Anthony and Rosemary are 40-something locals living in a tiny village in rural Ireland. They haven’t got a clue when it comes to love. Painfully shy Anthony has spent his entire life as a recluse on a cattle farm. Rosemary, the fiercely independent free spirit that lives next door, is determined to have him. But Rosemary thinks Anthony needs to make the first move. Suddenly a wild and hysterically funny family vs. family feud erupts over a tiny patch of land. Soon a bonfire of a battle blazes between Rosemary and Anthony and their ma and da. Hope and togetherness are severely challenged.
Lyceum Space Theatre, 79 Horton Plaza in San Diego, 8 p.m., tickets from $20, 619-544-1000, playhouseinfo.com/lyceumtheatre/
sunday, feb. 7
Stellita
Originally from Peoria, Ill. Stellita now lives in America’s Finest City. Growing up in a musical household, she was exposed to a range of sound; including jazz and blues, Motown, R & B, rock, and country. Influenced by hypnotic voices like Billie Holiday, Diana Ross, Nancy Wilson, Natalie Cole and later – Sade, Luther Vandross and Whitney Houston, Stellita now gives performances that are reminiscent of old times, infused with the soul of today!
Humphreys Backstage Live, 2241 Shelter Island Dr. in San Diego, 10 a.m., 619-224-3577, humphreysbackstagelive.com
monday, feb. 8
British Invasion: Design, Style, Culture
A unique exhibit of rare British cars. Cars on show include a 1951 MG TD, a 1932 MG J12 and a 1932 Morgan Super Sport. A true feast for the eyes for all automotive enthusiasts.
San Diego Automotive Museum, 2080 Pan American Plaza in Balboa Park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., adult admission $9, 619-231-2886, sdautomuseum.org
tuesday, feb. 9
The Book of Moron
Combining theater with stand-up Robert Dubac buckles us up for a fast-paced joy ride over the pot-holed highways of cultural hypocrisy. Riding shotgun with intelligence and absurdity he crashes head first into the barriers of sex, race, religion, politics and the media. And he’s not alone. With mesmerizing ease, he portrays multiple characters who all take turns beating the hornet’s nest of hype and spin with the big stick of knowledge. It’s comedy on steroids.
North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive in Solana Beach, 7:30 p.m., tickets $30, 858-481-1055, northcoastrep.org
wednesday, feb. 10
Giselle
The Moscow Festival Ballet (founded by legendary Bolshoi Ballet principal dancer Sergei Radchenko) brings together the highest classical elements of the great Bolshoi and Kirov Ballet companies. The troupe returns to the Jacobs Music Center for the darkly magical fable, Giselle.
Copley Symphony Hall, 750 B Street in San Diego, 7:30 p.m., tickets from $20, 619-235-0804, sandiegosymphony.org
