thursday, april 7
Al Madrigal
As programs like The Moth Radio Hour and This American Life turn more and more people on to the power of a well-told story, so comedian Al Madrigal becomes more and more popular. With good reason, as The Daily Show‘s“senior Latino correspondent” is perhaps the most hilarious storyteller to hit the stage since David Sedaris.
The American Comedy Company, 818B Sixth Ave. in San Diego, 8 p.m., tickets $18, 619-795-3858, americancomedyco.com
friday, april 8
Jason Alexander
Long before becoming world renowned as the iconic George Costanza on Seinfeld, Jason Alexander was a Tony Award-winning Broadway song and dance man. His City Lights evening with the San Diego Symphony brings a hilarious re-telling of his journey to and on the Broadway stage which features a program of great music from the theater (including songs from Pippin and The Music Man) along with comedy and audience interaction. It’s a much heralded night of music, laughter and fun.
Copley Symphony Hall, 750 B Street in San Diego, 8 p.m., tickets from $20, 619-235-0804, sandiegosymphony.org
saturday, april 9
The Hillcrest Wind Ensemble
The Hillcrest Wind Ensemble Goes South Bay! The program will consist of the Mexican folk song symphony, “La Fiesta Mexicana”; and “The Sinphonians March” as well as the more modern “Cloudburst”. A jazz trio will be spotlighted with John William’s “Escapades” and one of the evening’s highlights will be the performance of “Casey at the Bat” narrated by Eric Swanson. A freewill offering is suggested for this rousing concert which will benefit both St. Mark’s and the ensemble.
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 580 Hilltop Dr. in Chula Vista, 7 p.m., $15 suggested donation, 619-692-2077 x814, hillcrestwindensemble.com
sunday, april 10
Generation Axe
The term “supergroup” gets thrown around on a regular basis these days, however, a new tour featuring some of the greatest guitarists of all time is about to truly give the term a whole new meaning. Introducing “Generation Axe”, featuring Steve Vai, Zakk Wylde, Yngwie Malmsteen, Nuno Bettencourt and Tosin Abasi.
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay, 2241 Shelter Island Dr. in San Diego, 7 p.m., tickets $70, 800-745-3000, humphreysconcerts.com
monday, april 11
Passport to the Pacific
A tour around the world’s largest ocean! The exhibit features the newly expanded Turtle Lagoon with four Eastern Pacific green sea turtles and many other animals from around the Pacific Ocean. You’ll travel to different habitats from around the Pacific finding animals like a scarlet macaw from the tropical forests of South America, a blue tongue skink from the deserts of Australia, geckos from the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, and more!
Living Coast Discovery Center, 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive in Chula Vista, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., adult admission $14, 619-409-5900, thelivingcoast.org
tuesday, april 12
Marjorie Nodelman: San Diego Artist
Marjorie Nodelman (1950-2014) was a key figure amongst the group of artists who first launched the art scene in downtown San Diego, in what was to become the Gaslamp Quarter. She got her MFA at Yale and began her artistic career in San Diego in 1975. She was active and well known in San Diego until 1992 when she re-married and moved to LA County to pursue a degree in social work.
Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way in Oceanside, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., general admission $8, 760-435-3720, oma-online.org
wednesday, april 13
Live music at S&M
Come and enjoy free live music at San Diego’s provocative new meatery from the mind of Scott Slater. Experience the newest landmark for experimental dining, featuring exotic game meats, chef conceived sausages, bacon and charcuterie. Inspired by the fearless attitude of Chef Mark Younggren, the menu pushes the boundaries of flavor combinations while Swine Bar takes mixology to another level featuring 4S themed drinks … Salty, Smoky, Savory and Spicy.
S&M Sausage and Meat, 4130 Park Blvd in San Diego, Restaurant 11:30 a.m. – 10 p.m., Live Music 6-9 p.m., 619-344-2177, sausageandmeat.com
