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SUMMARY:Shredding the Multiverse
DESCRIPTION:Music from Cobra Kai\, The Penguin\, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man\, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew\, and more\nJust before Comic-Con descends upon San Diego\, Shredding the Multiverse offers a fresh way to experience the stories that capture our imagination. Bringing together composers Mick Giacchino (The Penguin\, Muppet Mayhem)\, Zach Robinson\, and Leo Birenberg (Cobra Kai)\, this special concert explores the music behind some of today’s most beloved screen worlds. \nSelections from Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man\, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew\, The Penguin\, Cobra Kai\, and more are reimagined in a high-energy live performance by an all-star ensemble of Southern California studio musicians.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/shredding-the-multiverse/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260722T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260722T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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SUMMARY:Up Close: A Conversation with Brad Bird and Michael Giacchino
DESCRIPTION:For the third consecutive year\, Oscar\, Grammy\, and Golden Globe-winning composer Michael Giacchino returns for an intimate conversation with two-time Academy Award-winning filmmaker Brad Bird. Together\, they have shaped some of the most beloved films of our time\, including The Iron Giant\, The Incredibles\, Ratatouille\, Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol\, and Incredibles 2. \nPresented as part of The Science of Story\, this candid discussion offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative partnership between filmmaker and composer. Through stories and reflections from more than two decades of collaboration\, Bird and Giacchino reveal how story and music come together to create unforgettable cinematic experiences.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/up-close-brad-bird-michael-giacchino/
CATEGORIES:OTHER
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260730T190000
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SUMMARY:aja monet | the color of rain
DESCRIPTION:The writer and community organizer offers up a fluid mix of jazz and poetry that evokes the spirit of 1990s spoken-word scenes.”—New York Times \nSurrealist blues poet aja monet shares music from her acclaimed new album\, the color of rain. Blending poetry\, jazz\, soul\, blues\, and hip hop\, monet weaves together spoken word and song in work that explores themes of love\, memory\, resistance\, and joy. \nFollowing her memorable ArtPower debut\, the Grammy-nominated artist\, author\, and cultural organizer returns with her live band for a larger-scale performance that transforms personal stories into shared experiences.  \nCommunity Partner: Future Is Color
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/aja-monet-the-color-of-rain/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260731T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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SUMMARY:BALLET UNDER THE STARS
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a beautiful San Diego evening under the stars with an exciting ballet performance by our next-generation dance artists. A curated menu of gourmet food and refreshing beverages is available of purchase prior to the performance.\n\n7:00pm: Pre-Performance Picnic\nLight fare\, snacks\, and refreshments are available for purchase. Watch the excitement build as the audience grows and the next-generation dance artists prepare for their on-stage performance.\nNo outside food or beverage is permitted by the Epstein Family Amphitheater\n8:00pm: Performance\nA selection of ballets performed by the pre-professionals in City Ballet of San Diego’s Summer Intensive education program\, accompanied by principal dance artists from City Ballet of San Diego’s professional company.\nSalute to Sousa\nChoreography by Elizabeth Wistrich (City Ballet of San Diego Resident Choreographer)\nExcerpts from Paquita\nChoreography by Elizabeth Wistrich (City Ballet of San Diego Resident Choreographer) after Marius Petipa\nJazz and Contemporary Selections\nChoreography by Geoffrey Gonzalez (City Ballet of San Diego Resident Choreographer)\nContemporary Selections\nChoreography by Daniel Ulbricht (New York City Ballet Principal Dancer)
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/next-generation-july31/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC,RENTAL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260801T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260801T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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SUMMARY:The Cream of Clapton Band
DESCRIPTION:Returning to ArtPower for a third appearance\, The Cream of Clapton Band brings selections from Eric Clapton’s live albums\, Unplugged and 24 Nights. Clapton bandmates Nathan East (UC San Diego alumnus) and Steve Ferrone\, who performed on both recordings\, are joined by guitarist Will Johns (Clapton’s nephew) and pianist Noah East (Nathan East’s son). \nFeaturing “Layla\,” “Cocaine\,” “Sunshine of Your Love\,” and more\, rediscover these iconic songs through artists who helped make them unforgettable.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/the-cream-of-clapton-band-2026/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260809T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260809T190000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260501T155516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T223521Z
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SUMMARY:Siudy Garrido Flamenco Company
DESCRIPTION:Created by Latin Grammy–nominated choreographer Siudy Garrido and award-winning composer and guitarist José Luis de la Paz\, Flamenco Íntimo draws from traditional flamenco forms while embracing a contemporary vision. Combining dance and live music\, the work explores the rhythm\, artistry\, and emotional depth that have made flamenco one of the world’s most enduring art forms. \nRecognized as one of the leading voices shaping flamenco today\, Garrido brings together an ensemble of dancers and musicians for an evening of movement\, live music\, and emotion. Flamenco Íntimo offers an opportunity to experience this tradition through the lens of an artist redefining its possibilities. \nIn collaboration with Flamenco Arts Festival Santa Barbara.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/siudy-garrido-flamenco-company/
CATEGORIES:DANCE
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260812T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260812T190000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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SUMMARY:Helado Negro & Reyna Tropical
DESCRIPTION:Helado Negro is stage name for Roberto Carlos Lange\, a South Florida-born musician and multidisciplinary artist known for crafting emotionally rich\, bilingual avant-pop. The son of Ecuadorian immigrants\, Lange stitches together memory\, identity\, and atmosphere to create detailed dreamscapes\, producing\, engineering\, and mixing his own music to build a sonic world that is entirely his own.  Through his ever-expanding multidisciplinary vision\, Helado Negro continues to push the boundaries of experimental pop. \nReyna Tropical is the project of trailblazing Mexican-born\, Texas-raised guitarist and singer Fabi Reyna. Her music is a contemporary celebration of rhythmic traditions of the tropical diaspora that create a sonic homeland where Black\, indigenous and queer joy can thrive.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/helado-negro-reyna-tropical/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260821T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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SUMMARY:EXPRESSIONS OF MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT: SERENADE
DESCRIPTION:Three City Ballet favorites set under the moonlight. George Balanchine’s Serenade transforms Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings into a journey of elegance\, mystery\, and transcendent beauty. Geoffrey Gonzalez’s Rhapsody in Blue captures the energy\, ambition\, and exhilaration of modern America through dynamic\, contemporary ballet. And Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s Ecliptic explores harmony\, connection\, and the endless flow of energy through a striking blend of athleticism and visual poetry\nSerenade\nMusic: Serenade for Strings in C\, Op. 48 by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1880)\nChoreography: George Balanchine (1935)\nLast Performed by City Ballet: November 2023\n\nRhapsody In Blue\nMusic: Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin (1924)\nChoreography: Geoffrey Gonzalez (2021)\nLast Performed by City Ballet:  March 2026\n\nEcliptic\nMusic: Ludovico Einaudi\nChoreography: Annabelle Lopez Ochoa (2019)\nLast Performed by City Ballet: March 2026
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/three-city-ballet/
CATEGORIES:RENTAL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260822T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260822T200000
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SUMMARY:EXPRESSIONS OF MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT: SERENADE
DESCRIPTION:Three City Ballet favorites set under the moonlight. George Balanchine’s Serenade transforms Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings into a journey of elegance\, mystery\, and transcendent beauty. Geoffrey Gonzalez’s Rhapsody in Blue captures the energy\, ambition\, and exhilaration of modern America through dynamic\, contemporary ballet. And Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s Ecliptic explores harmony\, connection\, and the endless flow of energy through a striking blend of athleticism and visual poetry\nSerenade\nMusic: Serenade for Strings in C\, Op. 48 by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1880)\nChoreography: George Balanchine (1935)\nLast Performed by City Ballet: November 2023\n\nRhapsody In Blue\nMusic: Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin (1924)\nChoreography: Geoffrey Gonzalez (2021)\nLast Performed by City Ballet:  March 2026\n\nEcliptic\nMusic: Ludovico Einaudi\nChoreography: Annabelle Lopez Ochoa (2019)\nLast Performed by City Ballet: March 2026
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/expressions-of-magic-in-the-moonlight-serenade-aug22/
CATEGORIES:RENTAL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260902T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260902T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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SUMMARY:Ritchie Forever
DESCRIPTION:Ritchie Forever: An Ode to an American Dreamer reimagines the music and legacy of Ritchie Valens through live performance\, archival footage\, and storytelling. Led by Hector Flores and Denise Lopez of Las Cafeteras\, the production features Jose Varela (Cutty Flam)\, Angie Monroy (The McCharmlys)\, Irene Diaz\, Nick Waterhouse\, and special guests in a collaborative tribute to the artist who helped shape the sound of Southern California. \nMore than a traditional retrospective concert\, this San Diego premiere explores themes of migration\, bicultural identity\, youth rebellion\, and cultural exchange through contemporary interpretations of Valens’ music. Filled with collective energy\, Ritchie Forever celebrates the enduring influence of a pioneering artist whose story continues to resonate across generations.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/ritchie-forever/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260905T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260905T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260715T210920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T211151Z
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SUMMARY:Pacific Soul Jazz Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Pacific Soul Jazz Festival is more than a music festival — it is a transformational cultural experience designed to unite communities\, celebrate excellence in music and the arts\, and create educational and economic opportunities for future generations.\nTaking place Labor Day Weekend\, September 5–6\, 2026\, at the prestigious UCSD Epstein Family Amphitheater in beautiful La Jolla\, California\, this two-day festival will feature nationally recognized jazz\, soul\, R&B\, inspirational\, and contemporary artists performing in one of Southern California’s premier outdoor entertainment venues.\nProduced by Mandate Project Impact\, Inc. and the Urban League of San Diego County\, with the support of UCSD\, the Pacific Soul Jazz Festival has a greater mission beyond entertainment. This signature event serves as a fundraising initiative supporting: \n\n\nSTEAM-Focused Workforce Development Programs\nEconomic Development Education Initiatives\nYouth Mentorship\, Leadership Development\, and Internship Programs\nScholarship Opportunities for eligible students pursuing higher education\nArts and Cultural Education Programs\n\n\nThis festival is designed to inspire\, uplift\, educate\, and empower while creating a premier entertainment destination for residents\, tourists\, music lovers\, community leaders\, and corporate partners.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/jazz-festival-day1/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC,RENTAL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260906T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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SUMMARY:Pacific Soul Jazz Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Pacific Soul Jazz Festival is more than a music festival — it is a transformational cultural experience designed to unite communities\, celebrate excellence in music and the arts\, and create educational and economic opportunities for future generations.\nTaking place Labor Day Weekend\, September 5–6\, 2026\, at the prestigious UCSD Epstein Family Amphitheater in beautiful La Jolla\, California\, this two-day festival will feature nationally recognized jazz\, soul\, R&B\, inspirational\, and contemporary artists performing in one of Southern California’s premier outdoor entertainment venues.\n\nProduced by Mandate Project Impact\, Inc. and the Urban League of San Diego County\, with the support of UCSD\, the Pacific Soul Jazz Festival has a greater mission beyond entertainment. This signature event serves as a fundraising initiative supporting: \n\n\nSTEAM-Focused Workforce Development Programs\nEconomic Development Education Initiatives\nYouth Mentorship\, Leadership Development\, and Internship Programs\nScholarship Opportunities for eligible students pursuing higher education\nArts and Cultural Education Programs\n\nThis festival is designed to inspire\, uplift\, educate\, and empower while creating a premier entertainment destination for residents\, tourists\, music lovers\, community leaders\, and corporate partners.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/pacific-soul-jazz-festival-day2/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC,RENTAL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260911T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260604T165206Z
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SUMMARY:So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience starring Robert Neary
DESCRIPTION:Broadway\, television\, and film star Robert Neary creates an unforgettable tribute to one of the greatest recording artists in history. Two hours packed with 24 classic hit songs\, nostalgia\, stories\, multimedia\, and trivia\, and a finale that is pure Broadway caliber. This is a true immersion into the life and career of Neil Diamond. Critical praise all across the internet and social media has called this show “The most authentic and professional tribute to Neil Diamond and delivers nothing short of a true Neil Diamond concert experience”.  The concert has even been filmed as a documentary feature and is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video\, where\, it too\, continues to draw rave reviews. \nWith over 40 years in the entertainment business\, Robert has 3 Broadway leads\, and over 60 major guest starring television and film roles to his credit. He created this incredible show in 2019 and worked tirelessly with NY’s premier band\, The Mystic\, during the pandemic\, to make it the hit that it is today. Now in it’s 4th year\, “So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience” is selling out venues all over the US with no end in site. \nRobert Neary\n\nRobert Neary was born and raised on Long Island\, NY. He gained immediate success\, as an actor\, after moving to Los Angeles\, when he was 20 years old\, with a guest star role in the television series “Fame”\, and then opposite Jason Bateman in the film\, “Teen Wolf Too”. After a 2 year stint on General Hospital\, as Officer Frank Marino\, Robert moved to Nashville to pursue Contemporary Gospel music. He recorded 2 solo projects\, before returning back to LA and his first love of acting. He has since gone on to guest star in over 50 television shows\, including “Criminal Minds”\, “The Blacklist”\, “FBI: Most Wanted”\, “Sons of Anarchy”\, “The Closer”\, “Grey’s Anatomy”\, ” Blue Bloods”\, “Justified”\, “The Fosters”\, “FBI: Most Wanted”\, “Weeds”\, “Medium” “NCIS” and “NCIS New Orleans”. He has also done over 25 national commercials and Motion Pictures. \nRobert landed his 1st Broadway show in 1996\, starring in “Smokey Joe’s Café”\, where he met his wife\, Natasha. Together they went on to tour in the Elton John\, Tim Rice Broadway hit\, “Aida”\, where he played the evil\, Zoser. \nIn 2017\, Robert returned to NY\, for a 3rd time\, when he understudied the lead role of Sonny\, in the Broadway smash\, “A Bronx Tale\, The Musical”\, and got the chance to perform the famed role\, over a dozen times. \nRobert has since put the acting completely in the back and has reveled in the reinvention of his career. To be able to put together something this incredible\, and to live out a life long dream of being a rockstar is truly an amazing blessing. To be able to do it with the timeless music of Neil Diamond\, is just the icing on the cake. \n\n\n\nThe Mystic\nThe Mystic has been performing together for over 20 years. A collection of talented musicians with extensive resumes including performing on Broadway’s “Moving Out”\, TV series\, “Rock Star Supernova”\, and on stage with Billy Joel and Elton John\, as well as Monday night jams with “Richie Cannata”. They have traveled from coast to coast to perform at numerous weddings and private events. This amazing and versatile band can cover songs from every genre\, perfectly. Robert knew he found his band the very 1st time he ever heard them play.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/neil_diamond_experience/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260919T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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SUMMARY:José González | Against The Dying Of The Light Tour
DESCRIPTION:José González is in a class by himself. Hailed by Rolling Stone as “someone whose subtle\, carefully crafted music delivers rewards to listeners who know how to wait\,” González’s stellar career can only be described as a dream. From selling out tours on virtually every continent to headlining prestigious festivals around the world to being asked to perform at 2020’s Nobel Prize Award Ceremony and seeing his recorded music exceed 1 billion streams\, González is one of the most exciting and in-demand touring artists working today. Whether appearing alone with his guitar or with a 20-piece orchestra or choosing between duo and trio formats\, his performances are never merely shows—they are events. And González has every intention of continuing this tradition as he prepares his fully solo tour in support of the eagerly awaited release of his fifth studio album\, AGAINST THE DYING OF THE LIGHT.  The album provides a welcome reminder of the Gothenburg\, Sweden-based artist’s understated appeal and unabashed intimacy\, a quality Billboard praised as “one of the most recognizable sounds in indie rock.” The album explores human nature and its uncertain future through the power of his distinctively engaging\, deeply contemplative\, acoustic-based songcraft. “Against the Dying of the Light is a collection of songs reflecting on humanity\,” says González. “Who we are—tribes of sentient apes with stories that sometimes are incompatible with each other and tools that could eventually lead to dystopia or extinction. It’s also a reflection to how we create hurdles to human flourishing by clinging stubbornly to dogmatic ideologies where people follow dudes who pretend to know shit they don’t know. As a concerned world citizen\, I wrote these songs as a reflection of our times. Times of amazing progress\, but also worrying backslides to dogmatic tribal ideologies and an extremely uncertain future. These are songs about how we can navigate humanity towards flourishing on an individual and a collective level. They can be listened to just for the sounds\, harmonies\, and rhythms but the lyrics are meant to inspire people to engage and take action by collaborating to solve collective problems. For humanism and enlightenment values and against the dying of the light.” \nJosé González Signed VIP Merch Package\nIncludes:  \n\nOne (1) GA Ticket\nOne (1) Tour Print\, Signed by José González\nOne (1) VIP Exclusive Gift\nVIP First Entry\nPriority Merch Shopping Access
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/jose-gonzalez/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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SUMMARY:Vieux Farka Touré
DESCRIPTION:Often referred to as “The Hendrix of the Sahara”\, Vieux Farka Touré was born in Niafunké\, Mali in 1981. He is the son of legendary Malian guitar player Ali Farka Touré\, who died in 2006. Ali Farka Touré came from a historical tribe of soldiers\, and defied his parents in becoming a musician. When Vieux was in his teens\, he declared that he also wanted to be a musician. His father disapproved due to the pressures he had experienced being a musician. Rather\, he wanted Vieux to become a soldier. But with help from family friend the kora maestro Toumani Diabaté\, Vieux eventually convinced his father to give him his blessing to become a musician shortly before Ali passed. \nAs a passionate champion for the people of Mali and The Sahel\, Vieux founded the charity Amahrec Sahel in 2012. As part of Amahrec Sahel’s mission to support humanitarian reconstruction and culture\, the charity has provided school supplies for children\, supported an orphanage in Bamako and provided musical instruments for young musicians in Mali. Vieux is also the director of The Ali Farka Touré Foundation\, an international organization dedicated to the preservation of Ali’s legacy and the cultural growth of Mali.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/vieux-farke-toure/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260925T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T233401Z
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SUMMARY:Ghostbusters in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Experience the beloved 1984 classic film like never before\, with the music performed on stage by an orchestra. Audience members will enjoy the ultimate movie concert experience as Ghostbusters is presented on a large HD cinema screen\, fully synced to a live performance of Academy Award®-winning composer Elmer Berstein’s spine-tingling score.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/ghostbusters-in-concert/
CATEGORIES:FILM,MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260628T053950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T010610Z
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SUMMARY:SUGAR SKULL! | A Día de Muertos Musical Adventure
DESCRIPTION:SUGAR SKULL! A Día de Muertos Musical Adventure is a touring bilingual musical for audiences of all ages. Convinced her family has gone loco planning a celebration for deceased loved ones\, twelve-year-old Vita Flores embarks on a magical journey when a spirited candy skeleton springs to life and becomes her guide. Along the way\, she encounters colorful characters inspired by folklore and discovers a deeper connection to her heritage. \nBursting with music\, dance\, humor\, and heart\, SUGAR SKULL! captures the spirit of Día de Muertos in a joyful theatrical experience that celebrates memory and connection across generations. \n  \n 
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/sugar-skull/
CATEGORIES:Family,MUSIC,THEATRE
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SUMMARY:Le Patin Libre
DESCRIPTION:In a scorching post-apocalyptic world without ice or music\, two skaters survive on what remains: humor\, love\, and each other. Eerily observed by a gas-guzzling musician\, they navigate a strange new reality where the familiar has melted away. \nCreated by Le Patin Libre\, the company known for transforming figure skating into a contemporary art form\, Melt blends movement\, theater\, and live music into a work that is playful\, surreal\, and unexpectedly moving. Beneath its dystopian premise is a celebration of resilience\, imagination\, and the enduring human capacity to adapt\, create\, and find meaning in uncertain times. \n  \n 
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/le-patin-libre/
CATEGORIES:DANCE
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261009T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261009T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260505T174017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T235607Z
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SUMMARY:Punch Brothers
DESCRIPTION:Punch Brothers\, formed by mandolinist Chris Thile in 2006\, is known for pushing the boundaries of acoustic music. In addition to Thile\, the band currently comprises guitarist Chris Eldridge\, bassist Paul Kowert\, banjoist Noam Pikelny\, and violinist Brittany Haas. Punch Brothers has garnered critical acclaim\, including a Grammy for Best Folk Album for All Ashore (2018). The Washington Post applauded them for taking “bluegrass to its next evolutionary stage\, drawing equal inspiration from the brain and the heart.” \nOver the past two decades\, Punch Brothers has become a pioneer in modern string music\, with albums like Antifogmatic (2010)\, Who’s Feeling Young Now (2012)\, and The Phosphorescent Blues (2015) showcasing the group’s genre-defying sound. Rolling Stone praised their work as “wild virtuosity used for more than just virtuosity\,” cementing their reputation as trailblazers in contemporary acoustic music. The band’s most recent album\, Hell on Church Street (2021)\, is a reimagining of\, and homage to\, the late bluegrass great Tony Rice’s landmark solo album Church Street Blues. \nMost recently\, Punch Brothers have been focused on the band’s musical variety show\, The Energy Curfew Music Hour. Season One is available on all podcast platforms\, with season two exclusively out on Audible. Season 1 was nominated for a Webby Award in the Podcast: Features\, Experimental & Innovation category; it also won Most Innovative Audio Experience\, Best Live Podcast Recording\, and Best Sound Design in the Listener’s Choice category of the 2025 Signal Awards. \nThe Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers\, the seventh album from the Grammywinning band—and its first comprising all instrumental tunes as well as its first with fiddle player Brittany Haas\, who joined the quintet in 2023—is due July 24\, 2026\, on Nonesuch Records. The album features eight new original compositions by Punch Brothers as well as three traditional songs they arranged. \nVIP – The Unsung Adventure Club Includes: \n\nOne (1) premium reserved seat\nInvitation to the pre-show Punch Brothers experience\, including:\nPrivate pre-show performance by Punch Brothers\nQ&A session with Punch Brothers\nOne (1) limited edition merch bundle\, including a signed photo of the band\nEarly access to merchandise shopping before doors open to the general public\nOn-site event host
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/punch-brothers/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261016T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260628T054220Z
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SUMMARY:CONTRA-TIEMPO: Activist Dance Theater
DESCRIPTION:In this world-premiere dance work\, CONTRA-TIEMPO Artistic Director Ana Maria Alvarez and choreographer holly johnston of Responsive Body explore what it means to create\, sustain\, and redefine family in the 21st century. Drawing from conversations with adoptees\, foster families\, chosen families\, and support networks\, Roots of Loving Us examines how love\, connection\, and belonging shape our lives. \nBlending contemporary dance\, storytelling\, and multidisciplinary research\, the work invites audiences to reflect on the many ways people create a sense of home. Returning to ArtPower for its third appearance\, CONTRA-TIEMPO offers a powerful exploration of resilience and the many ways people show up for one another. \n 
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/contra-tiempo-activist-dance-theater/
CATEGORIES:DANCE
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261021T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261021T190000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260513T164325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T212532Z
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SUMMARY:Thee Sinseers
DESCRIPTION:With support from The Charities\nThee Sinseers draw from the rich traditions of soul and R&B\, pairing timeless melodies with Joey Quiñones’s velvety vocals. Since forming in East Los Angeles in 2019\, the band has built a devoted following with a sound that is both familiar and enduring. \nFeaturing music from their latest album\, Love Stories\, this performance looks beyond happy endings to explore everything that comes before\, after\, and in between. Filled with warmth and romance\, the evening unfolds through rich harmonies and songs that feel both deeply familiar and impossible to forget. \nKicking off the evening\, Southern California’s The Charities set the mood with their vintage-inspired R&B\, lush harmonies\, and heartfelt songwriting.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/thee-sinseers/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261023T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260628T145754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T081749Z
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SUMMARY:La Santa Cecilia | Los Años
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Día de los Muertos with La Santa Cecilia\, the Grammy Award-winning band returning to the ArtPower for the fourth time. With songs from its latest album\, Los Años\, the group looks back on nearly two decades of friendship\, shared experiences\, and the memories that have shaped its journey. \nKnown for performances filled with joy\, heart\, and irresistible energy\, La Santa Cecilia invites audiences to dance\, sing\, and feel it all. Join us for an evening that honors memory\, celebrates life\, and pays tribute to the people and experiences that stay with us through the years.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/la-santa-cecillia-los-anos/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261024T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261024T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260120T171725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T175735Z
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SUMMARY:Julian Lage Quartet feat. John Medeski\, Jorge Roeder\, Kenny Wollesen
DESCRIPTION:Julian Lage Quartet unites guitarist Julian Lage\, keyboardist John Medeski\, bassist Jorge Roeder\, and drummer Kenny Wollesen in a performance shaped by trust\, spontaneity\, and collaboration. Performing music from their latest album\, Scenes from Above\, they blend jazz\, folk\, blues\, and improvisation into music rich in warmth\, nuance\, and texture. \nWhat unfolds is a musical conversation\, with each player listening and responding to the others. Together\, they create a sound that is expressive\, spacious\, and rooted in the simple power of melody.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/julian-lage-quartet/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261113T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260628T054758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T054623Z
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SUMMARY:Las Migas
DESCRIPTION:Following a sold-out ArtPower appearance\, Latin Grammy-winning ensemble Las Migas returns with the expressive vocals and distinctive style that have made them one of Spain’s most celebrated groups. For more than two decades\, the all-women ensemble has captivated audiences around the world while expanding the possibilities of flamenco. \nFeaturing music from their latest album\, Flamencas\, Las Migas pays tribute to the essence of flamenco through rich harmonies and expressive guitar work. Their return promises an evening of passionate vocals\, expressive musicianship\, and songs that speak to the heart of flamenco.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/las-migas-2026/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270506T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270506T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260628T054623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T163250Z
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SUMMARY:Versa-Style Street Dance Company
DESCRIPTION:In its 20th year\, Los Angeles-based Versa-Style Street Dance Company celebrates the pioneers\, artists\, and communities that have shaped West Coast Hip Hop and street dance. Tribute: Guardians of Street Dance blends dynamic choreography with multimedia elements to honor influential figures whose impact continues to resonate throughout Hip Hop culture. \nFeaturing styles including popping\, locking\, house\, and Hip Hop freestyle\, the performance showcases the people and movements behind the art form. Spotlighting pioneers including Rennie Harris\, Damita Jo Freeman\, Ana “Lollipop” Sanchez\, Stephen “Twitch” Boss\, and Marjory Smarth\, Tribute invites audiences to discover the rich history\, creativity\, and community at the heart of West Coast street dance.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/versa-style-street-dance-company/
CATEGORIES:DANCE
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270513T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270513T190000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260628T054601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T170314Z
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SUMMARY:Ruby Ibarra and The Balikbayans Live in San Diego
DESCRIPTION:2025 NPR Tiny Desk Contest winner Ruby Ibarra and The Balikbayans blend hip-hop\, jazz\, spoken word\, and Filipino musical traditions in a performance rooted in identity\, resilience\, empowerment\, and community. Through multilingual lyricism and live arrangements\, they explore stories of heritage\, belonging\, and hope. \nPresented during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month\, the evening celebrates the richness of Filipino culture while welcoming audiences of all backgrounds to connect through music and storytelling. Featuring fan favorites alongside new work\, it offers a joyful celebration of heritage\, belonging\, and shared experience.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/ruby-ibarra/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270514T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270514T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
CREATED:20260628T054512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T172454Z
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SUMMARY:Napoleon Dynamite LIVE
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Napoleon Dynamite with a full screening of the indie comedy followed by a live conversation with original stars Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite)\, Jon Gries (Uncle Rico)\, and Efren Ramirez (Pedro). Featuring behind-the-scenes stories\, audience Q&A\, comedy\, and plenty of surprises\, this interactive event offers a chance to hear directly from the actors who brought its unforgettable characters to life. \nWhether you’ve memorized every line or are discovering the film for the first time\, this unforgettable evening lets you relive the humor\, heart\, and offbeat charm that made Napoleon Dynamite a cult classic. \nVIP Package:\nMeet Napoleon\, Pedro\, and Uncle Rico—in person. Grab a hug\, high five\, and photo with Jon Heder\, Efren Ramirez\, and Jon Gries\, plus a quick conversation with the cast. Tickets are limited\, so reserve yours before they’re gone.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/napoleon-dynamite-live/
CATEGORIES:FILM
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270516T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T093050
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T014408Z
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SUMMARY:Feathered Creatures
DESCRIPTION:GRAMMY-winning guitarist Mark Lettieri (Snarky Puppy) and acclaimed sitar virtuoso Purbayan Chatterjee come together for Feathered Creatures\, a collaboration inspired by their forthcoming album of the same name. Blending Indian classical tradition with modern jazz and rock\, the project began as an unexpected musical connection and evolved into a creative partnership. \nWith expressive sitar\, soaring guitar\, and textured compositions\, Feathered Creatures reveals how two distinct musical traditions can create something entirely new.
URL:https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/feathered-creatures/
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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