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Voices in Harmony – A Día de Muertos Celebration in Tijuana!

Voices in Harmony – A Día de Muertos Celebration in Tijuana!

Promotora de las Bellas Artes and Art Scene Baja come together for an extraordinary VIP experience that bridges borders.
Live the magic of Day of the Dead with art and choral music in Tijuana.

Enjoy comfortable transportation from Balboa Park, provided by Art Scene Baja, to a cultural day thoughtfully curated for our distinguished guests.

Schedule:
📅 November 2, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – Meeting Point: Timken Museum of Art, Balboa Park
(Suggested parking: Spreckels Organ Pavilion Lot)
🎨 11:00 a.m. – Guided tour of the exhibition “Under Construction” at El Cubo, CECUT
🎶 12:00 p.m. – “Voices in Harmony” – Choral concert at CECUT by Promotora de las Bellas Artes, featuring the Estorninos Choir conducted by Maestro Frank Eychaner
🤝 Meet and Greet with Dr. Frank Eychaner
🍽️ 2:00 p.m. – Gourmet lunch (not included — a special restaurant has been selected for your consideration)
🕔 5:00 p.m. – Return to Balboa Museums

🎟️ Tickets available here: http://bit.ly/4hgCBH2

PeaceFest

PEACEFEST is a family-friendly music, arts, and service festival hosted by Kids for Peace to unite our communities, spark joy, and infuse more positivity into the world. Highlights include musical performances by epic bands like The B-Side Players, The Agents of Apollo, We the Commas, and Lee Coulter.

The festival also features hands-on peace-themed arts and service stations, several community art projects, student showcases, and a Band Jam competition for teen and tween bands competing for a $1,000 prize. With local food, craft cocktails, fun games, hippie-themed costume contests, and more, PEACEFEST is an inspiring celebration for all ages.

Highlights:

  • Live music performances from trending bands 
  • Youth Band Jam Competition — $1,000 grand prize
  • Interactive art, crafts & wellness activities
  • Hands-on community service projects that inspire compassion

Cost: Adult is $20, youth tickets are $15, and kids 3 & under get in free — grab your tickets now at https://kidsforpeaceglobal.org/peacefest/

Oh, What a Beautiful Morning- Andrew Polec Sings the Golden Age of Musicals

Come see multi-award winning Andrew Polec, take you on a tour of Broadway’s Golden Era! Polec, currently leading the cast of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder as Monty, will dazzle with hits from Oklahoma!, The Music Man, West Side Story, and I Do! I Do!. Having classically trained in this genre of music, Andrew and his special guests will be sure to have you laughing, loving, and singing along! Come along for the ride and exclaim “Oh What a Beautiful Day!”

 

Oh,What a Beautiful Day- Andrew Polec Sings the Golden Age of Musicals will run August 11, 2025 at 7:30pm. North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075.  Tickets are $30.  Call 858-481-1055, or visit www.northcoastrep.org to purchase tickets.

 

FACT SHEET:

WHAT: Oh,What a Beautiful Day- Andrew Polec Sings the Golden Age of Musicals

Starring: Andrew Polec

  

WHERE: North Coast Repertory Theatre

987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive,

Solana Beach, CA 92075

 

SCHEDULE: August 11, 2025 at 7:30pm

 

BOX OFFICE: (858) 481-1055 or www.northcoastrep.org

 

DESCRIPTION:  Come see multi-award winning Andrew Polec, take you on a tour of Broadway’s Golden Era! Polec, currently leading the cast of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder as Monty, will dazzle with hits from Oklahoma!, The Music Man, West Side Story, and I Do! I Do!. Having classically trained in this genre of music, Andrew and his special guests will be sure to have you laughing, loving, and singing along! Come along for the ride and exclaim “Oh What a Beautiful Day!”

PRICE: $30

John Denver Tribute at North Coast Repertory Theatre

Jim Curry, returns to North Coast Repertory Theatre to perform the music of the late John Denver. The music “is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time,” says Mr. Curry. Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for this tribute to the music of one of the most beloved singer/songwriters ever to grace the stage.

 

Jim Curry, whose voice was heard in the CBS-TV movie Take Me Home: The John Denver Story, has performed Denver’s music in sold out shows throughout the country and has emerged as today’s top performer of John Denver’s vast legacy of multi-platinum hits.

He has an uncanny ability to mirror John’s voice and the clean-cut look takes you back to the time when “Rocky Mountain High” “Sunshine” “Calypso” and “Annie’s Song” topped the charts and his is popular music had the heartfelt message of caring for the earth and for each other.

 

Over the years, Jim has been joined onstage by former John Denver band members and behind the scenes with John’s family and friends. Curry has developed a one-of-a-kind musical and visual experience in which parents, grandparents and children alike can immerse themselves in uplifting, heartfelt music with a message. The music is performed along with projected slides and videos of nature that will truly fill up your senses.

Jim will be accompanied by his wife, Anne Curry (vocals, guitar and mandolin), Gordon Lustig (guitar/banjo) and Chris Wills (vocals and keyboard).

 

JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE will run August 18, 2025 at 7:30pm- August 19, 2025 at 2pm & 7:30pm.  North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075.  Tickets are $50 with discounts for students, military, and educators.  Call 858-481-1055, or visit www.northcoastrep.org to purchase tickets.

Title: Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival

The Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival returns to San Diego June 18 to June 28, 2025. The annual summer festival is a highlight of the classical music calendar and the country’s largest gathering of concertmasters and principal players from the nation’s top orchestras. Under the baton of Maestro Michael Francis, who returns for his 11th year as Music Director and conductor, the 2025 festival features six, unique performances at two venues, The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center and the UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater. The festival, the largest Mozart celebration in North America, opens with a must-hear performance of Mozart’s newly discovered Serenade in C Major. 

Featuring musicians from top U.S. orchestras including the New York Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony, Cleveland Orchestra, Philadelphia Orchestra and more, Mainly Mozart’s All-Star Orchestra is the only orchestra of its kind in the country. 

Where:

June 21 and 28: Epstein Family Amphitheater | 9500 Gilman Dr, San Diego, CA 92093 

June 18, 20, 24 and 26: The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center | 7600 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

Cost:

Single tickets for individual concerts at The Conrad range from $65-$149. 

Single tickets for individual concerts at Epstein Family Amphitheater range from $25 -$149. 

Ticket Link:   https://www.mainlymozart.org/allstar

Box office phone:  (619) 955-8273 or boxoffice@mainlymozart.org

Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival 2025 Schedule

 

Wednesday, June 18: Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla

MOZART: Serenade in C Major 

VIVALDI: The Four Seasons 

PIAZZOLA: The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires 

 

Friday, June 20: Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla

MOZART: Serenade No. 6 “Serenata Notturna” 

STRAUSS: Duet Concertino for Clarinet and Bassoon 

*Featuring Boris Allakhverdyan and Whitney Crockett

BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 2 in D Major

 

Saturday, June 21: Epstein Family Amphitheater at UC San Diego, 9480 Innovation Lane, La Jolla

ELGAR: Introduction and Allegro

MOZART: Symphony No. 40 in G minor

SAINT-SAËNS: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor 

*Featuring pianist Joyce Yang

 

Tuesday, June 24: Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla

STRAVINSKY: Concerto in E-flat

BACH: Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 

BACH: Brandenburg Concerto No. 5

MOZART: Symphony No. 35 in D Major

 

Thursday, June 26: Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla

MOZART: Overture to Die Entfuhrung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio)

BENDIX-BALGLEY: A Klezmer Concerto featuring composer and violinist Noah Bendix-Balgley

MENDELSSOHN:  Symphony No. 5 in D Major “Reformation”

 

Saturday, June 28: Epstein Family Amphitheater at UC San Diego, 9480 Innovation Lane, La Jolla

MOZART: Overture to Così

BEETHOVEN: Triple Concerto in C Major

BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 7 in A Major

Stakeholders Day – Guajome Park Academy

Join us for Stakeholders Day at Guajome, a fantastic school-wide celebration showcasing the incredible talents and achievements of our students! Wander through campus and explore interactive and informative exhibits, amazing student artwork, and captivating performances on stage—including drama, music, dance, and our exciting international runway show.
At Guajome Park Academy, we believe that everyone plays a role in the success of our school. That means you—families, students, staff, and community members—are all valued stakeholders, and this event is a celebration of everyone in our school community.
Enjoy delicious food, fun games, creative crafts, and merchandise, all brought to you by over 30 school clubs and sports teams. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the excellence of Guajome! Plus, connect with a variety of community groups joining us to share resources, opportunities, and ways to get involved.
Don’t miss this exciting day of learning, entertainment, and celebration! We can’t wait to see you on March 1st!

Hutchins Consort: Bach and Rock

One of our audience’s favorite programs! A rousing performance of Bach’s music paired with Rock n’ Roll favorites.

 

Dive into a world of musical innovation and sonic exploration with Hutchins Consort – an innovative string ensemble renowned for their groundbreaking approach to chamber music. 

The group performs on the rare and beautiful Hutchins violins– a distinctive lineup of eight specially-crafted violins that collectively span an astonishing eight octaves. This exceptional configuration allows Hutchins Consort to recreate the rich textures and dynamic intricacies of a full orchestra, all within the intimacy of a chamber ensemble.

Led by a group of accomplished musicians and visionaries, each Hutchins Consort performance is an electrifying and virtuosic musical experience. 

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music surrounded by friends! Get your tickets now.

2 Pianos 4 Hands at North Coast Repertory Theatre

By popular demand, North Coast Repertory Theatre is bringing back the joyful family pleasing 2 PIANOS 4 HANDS to brighten the holiday season. Get ready for an interlude of riotous laughter as Richard Todd Adams and Matthew McGloin take us on a musical comedic journey about their would-be careers as concert pianists. The talented duo trade stories about piano lessons, pushy parents and eccentric teachers while playing everything from Bach to Billy Joel. This entertaining, crowd-pleasing show not only hits all the right notes, it tickles the ivories and your funny bone. Tickets will be flying out the door, so reserve yours early to avoid disappointment.

Tom Frey directs Richard Todd Adams* and Matthew McGloin.* The design team includes Marty Burnett (Resident Scenic Designer) and Matthew Novotny (Light Design), and Ian Scot (Projection Design). Vernon Willet* is the Production Stage Manager.

*The actor or stage manager appears through the courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association. For photos, go to www.northcoastrep.org/press.

2 PIANOS 4 HANDS performances begin Friday, Dec. 12, at 7:30 pm. Final performance is Sunday, December 29, 2024, at 2 pm. The show runs Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2pm. Added Monday matinee on December 23 and Friday, December 27 at 2pm. There are no evening performances Dec. 24, & Dec 25 2024. Tickets are $64 plus service fee. Call 858-481-1055, or visit www.northcoastrep.org to purchase tickets.

A Celebration of American Music Benefit at North Coast Repertory Theatre

Come celebrate the holidays with acclaimed pianist Mackenzie Melemed and support North Coast Rep with music and stories from the 1800s to the present day. There’ll be music by George Gershwin, Edward MacDowell, Louis-Moreau Gottschalk, Florence Price, Amy Beach, as well as some of Broadway’s favorites. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of American composers and their distinctive contributions to both classical music and musical theater.

A CELEBRATION OF AMERICAN MUSIC to benefit North Coast Repertory Theatre will occur on December 10, 2024 at 2pm at North Coast Repertory Theatre: 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive Solana Beach, CA 92075. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at www.northcoastrep.org or at the Box Office (858) 481-1055.