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SUMMARY:My Platinum Playlist featuring Ashanti\, Juvenile\, Jeremih\, Lloyd & Many More
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of unforgettable music as Bobby Dee Presents brings you My Platinum Playlist Tour – kicking off right here at Frontwave Arena! 🎶 This star-studded lineup features iconic performances by: Ashanti\, Juvenile\, Jeremih\, Lloyd\, Chingy\, Lumidee\, Mike Jones\, and Nina Sky. (lineup subject to change) \nHosted by the electrifying J Valentino\, this concert promises to be a nostalgic ride filled with platinum hits and high-energy vibes! 🔥 Don’t miss this legendary night!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/my-platinum-playlist-featuring-ashanti-juvenile-jeremih-lloyd-many-more/
LOCATION:Frontwave Arena\, 3475 Hero Dr.\, Oceanside\, CA\, 92056
CATEGORIES:SD Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250512
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SUMMARY:Gator By The Bay
DESCRIPTION:Gator By The Bay is San Diego’s largest and most authentic Louisiana-themed festival\, held annually around Mother’s Day weekend. Presented by the Bon Temps Social Club\, this four-day\, family-friendly event features over 100 musical acts across seven stages\, southern cuisine (including 10\,000 pounds of crawfish!)\, live music\, dancing\, and more. Located at Spanish Landing Park on San Diego Bay\, this festival has been bringing the spirit of Louisiana to San Diego since 2001. Funded in part with City of San Diego Tourism Marketing District Assessment Funds.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/gator-by-the-bay/
LOCATION:Spanish Landing Park – San Diego\, 3900 N Harbor Dr\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T223000
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CREATED:20250502T135435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T135507Z
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SUMMARY:City Ballet of San Diego presents CARMEN
DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM\nCity Ballet of San Diego’s 32nd season closes with two spectacular one-act ballets\, with live music performed by the City Ballet Orchestra\, John Nettles conducting. \n  \nCarmen\nChoreography: Elizabeth Wistrich (1989)\nMusic: Carmen by Georges Bizet (1875)\, with arrangement by Rodion Shchedrin (1967)\nDivertimento No. 15\nChoreography: George Balanchine (1956)\nMusic: Divertimento No. 15 in B flat major\, K.287 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart \n  \nPRE-PERFORMANCE LECTURE\nCity Ballet of San Diego Artistic Director Steven Wistrich offers insights and perspectives into the program. The lecture begins 45 minutes prior to the performance.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/city-ballet-of-san-diego-presents-carmen-2/
LOCATION:California Center for the Performing Arts\, 340 N. Escondido Blvd\, Escondido\, CA\, 92025
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T220000
DTSTAMP:20250426T135825Z
CREATED:20250426T135725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T135825Z
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SUMMARY:Trisha Paytas: The Eras of Trish Tour
DESCRIPTION:Greek Theatre Pit: Seated  \nAll ages allowed.  All require a ticket for entry.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/trisha-paytas-the-eras-of-trish-tour/
LOCATION:The Greek Theatre\, 2700 North Vermont Avenue\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90027
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T190000
DTSTAMP:20250314T211751Z
CREATED:20250314T211710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T211751Z
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SUMMARY:Taste of Orange
DESCRIPTION:Featuring food\, beer\, and wine tastings from top local restaurants and breweries. You do not want to miss the opportunity to come together and celebrate the excellent Orange restaurants! \nThis event includes opportunities drawings\, music\, and MORE! \nProceeds benefit the Orange Blossoms Auxiliary\, an auxiliary of the Assistance League of Orange. Our programs focus on helping children and families within our local community\, including partnering with organizations such as Orange Public Library\, Orange Unified Schools\, CHOC Hospital\, Casa Teresa\, The Hub\, and many others! \nThe event will be held rain or shine.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/taste-of-orange/
LOCATION:Assistance League of Orange\, 124 S Orange St.\, Old Towne Orange\, CA
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T180000
DTSTAMP:20250502T140203Z
CREATED:20250502T140130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T140203Z
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SUMMARY:AniPop Presented By Silk Road
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to be a part of the newest Pop Culture Convention in San Diego County – AniPop! This kawaii anime themed event will feature Panels\, a Fashion Show\, Entertainment\, Cool Merch Vendors\, Talented Artists\, an Idol Showcase\, and so much more! AniPop will be open for fun and adventure on both days from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.\n\n\n\nDo not miss our newest event of what will be the most exciting anime themed event of the spring! Debuting on May 3 and 4\, 2025\, from 10:00am to 6:00pm on Saturday\, and 10:00am to 6:00pm at the at the California Center for the Arts\, in Escondido\, expect an extraordinary experience featuring fun panels\, hands-on DIY interactive workshops\, to a fun line-up of panel discussions.\n\n\n\nEarly tickets are $12 on Saturday and $10 on Sunday.\nGeneral Admission Tickets are $20 on Saturday and $17 on Sunday.\nGeneral Admission Tickets are $25 dollars on the Saturday and $25 on Sunday (at the door).\nEarly Weekend Tickets (2-Day) are $20 and General Admission Weekend (2-Day) Tickets are $30.\nChildren under 8 years old are free.\n\n\n\n\nDiscount codes are NOT valid on the day of the event. \nGeneral Admission gets you into all rooms\, including the Exhibitor Hall\, Featured Artist Hall\, the Game Room\, and all other areas of the AniPop Kawaii Con event. \nChildren under 13 cannot be unaccompanied nor unattended and will not be allowed to enter the event without an adult.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/anipop-presented-by-silk-road-2/
LOCATION:California Center for the Performing Arts\, 340 N. Escondido Blvd\, Escondido\, CA\, 92025
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTSTAMP:20250430T142701Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego French Film Festival is an annual event held in the spring in San Diego\, California\, organized by the \nAlliance Française San Diego\, dedicated to showcasing contemporary francophone cinema. Our next and 5th edition\, is on May 4-7\, 2025 at THE LOT La Jolla. \n​ \nThe Festival celebrates francophone cultures\, language\, and the art of filmmaking by presenting a selection of films\, in French\, to the local community. \nThroughout the Festival\, attendees have the opportunity to watch a diverse selection of films from various francophone countries (with English subtitles). These films have the power to move\, enlighten\, inspire\, inform\, and transform the audience. Watching these films in a theater setting add to the overall experience\, as the collective atmosphere and shared emotions intensify the impact of the storytelling. \n​ \nOverall\, the Festival serves as a bridge between cultures\, connecting people through the universal language of cinema. It creates a space where individuals can immerse themselves in the beauty and power of francophone films\, fostering understanding\, appreciation\, and dialogue among attendees. \n​ \nIn addition to the Festival\, the Alliance Française San Diego shares francophone movies each month through the \nSan Diego French Film Club.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe San Diego French Film Festival is listed on our SoCal Spotlight Film Festival page!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-french-film-festival/
LOCATION:The Lot\, 7611 Fay Ave\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92037
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
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SUMMARY:Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:“HAMILTON is the kind of transformative theatrical experience that has only happened a few times in the history of American musicals.”  – The Guardian \nA revolutionary story of passion\, unstoppable ambition\, and the dawn of a new nation. \nHAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor\, love\, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop\, jazz\, R&B\, and Broadway\, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture\, politics\, and education. HAMILTON features book\, music\, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda\, direction by Thomas Kail\, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler\, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards\, it has won Grammy®\, Olivier Awards\, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama\, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors. \nFeel Good\, Do Good with HAMILTON\nDon’t throw away your shot at making a huge impact in our community! We are teaming up with Share Ourselves for a school supplies drive during the run of HAMILTON. Help us “Rise Up” and support students in need by bringing new backpacks\, notebooks\, pens\, markers\, glue\, and crayons to the show and dropping them off in the designated bins on the Plaza and Orchestra levels. Thank you in advance for your generosity! \nRecommended for ages 10+
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/hamilton/
LOCATION:Segerstrom Center for the Arts\, 600 Town Center Drive\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626
CATEGORIES:OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T223000
DTSTAMP:20250502T135301Z
CREATED:20250502T135146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T135301Z
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SUMMARY:City Ballet of San Diego presents CARMEN
DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM\nCity Ballet of San Diego’s 32nd season closes with two spectacular one-act ballets\, with live music performed by the City Ballet Orchestra\, John Nettles conducting. \n  \nCarmen\nChoreography: Elizabeth Wistrich (1989)\nMusic: Carmen by Georges Bizet (1875)\, with arrangement by Rodion Shchedrin (1967)\nDivertimento No. 15\nChoreography: George Balanchine (1956)\nMusic: Divertimento No. 15 in B flat major\, K.287 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart \n  \nPRE-PERFORMANCE LECTURE\nCity Ballet of San Diego Artistic Director Steven Wistrich offers insights and perspectives into the program. The lecture begins 45 minutes prior to the performance.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/city-ballet-of-san-diego-presents-carmen/
LOCATION:California Center for the Performing Arts\, 340 N. Escondido Blvd\, Escondido\, CA\, 92025
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T220000
DTSTAMP:20250503T142054Z
CREATED:20250503T141924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T142054Z
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SUMMARY:David Archuleta\, Ty Sunderland\, Alexandra John
DESCRIPTION:David Archuleta became a star when he was just 16. In 2008 more than 30 million television viewers fell in love with his angelic voice and their 44 million votes made him runner-up in Season 7 of “American Idol.” \nSoon after\, the young Utahan signed with Jive Records and his first single “Crush\,” debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart the week of its release. According to Nielsen SoundScan\, the track sold 166\,000 downloads that first week in the U.S. and subsequently more than 1.92 million digital copies. Three months later\, David’s self-titled album\, “David Archuleta\,” went gold\, selling more than 750\,000 copies in the U.S.\, and more than 900\,000 worldwide. “It was so neat to see how positive fans were about ‘Crush\,’” David says of the enthusiastic reception for his chart debut.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/david-archuleta-ty-sunderland-alexandra-john/
LOCATION:The Bellwether\, 333 S Boylston St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90017
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T220000
DTSTAMP:20250503T134948Z
CREATED:20250503T134839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T134948Z
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SUMMARY:George Lopez
DESCRIPTION:George Lopez’s illustrious and multi-faceted career encompasses television\, film\, stand-up comedy\, and late-night television. \nLopez has broken ground for Latino comics by embracing his ethnicity\, confronting racial stereotypes\, and fighting for his community on and off the stage. \nLopez stars in his multi-camera comedy series for NBC\, Lopez vs Lopez\, featuring his real-life daughter\, Mayan Lopez. The family sitcom\, which was renewed for its third season\, follows George and Mayan in a fictionalized version of their real-life father-daughter relationship\, exploring dysfunction\, reconnection\, and all the pain and joy in between. \nLopez can be seen in Snoop Dogg’s Amazon MGM sports comedy\, The Underdoggs\, and in the independent holiday comedy How the Gringo Stole Christmas\, directed by Angel Gracia. Lopez joined the DC Extended Universe last summer\, starring in the Warner Bros. Latin superhero film\, Blue Beetle. Directed by Angel Manuel Soto and featuring a predominantly Latino cast\, the film follows its first ever Mexican American teenager turned superhero. \nLopez will release the third installment of his middle-grade novel series\, Chupacarter and the Screaming Sombrero was released in March 2024. His final television stand up special will premiere on Feb. 18 on Amazon Prime Video. Shot live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles\, “Muy Católico” sees Lopez musing on getting older\, Latino family dynamics\, generational clashes\, superstitions and cultural quirks.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/george-lopez/
LOCATION:Terrace Theater – Long Beach Convention Center\, E Ocean Blvd #300\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802
CATEGORIES:LA Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T220000
DTSTAMP:20250426T141356Z
CREATED:20250426T141242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T141356Z
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SUMMARY:Defying Gravity: An Evening with Stephen Schwartz & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Stephen Schwartz wrote the music and lyrics for the current Broadway hit WICKED\, and has also contributed music and/or lyrics to GODSPELL\, PIPPIN\, THE MAGIC SHOW\, THE BAKER’S WIFE\, WORKING (which he also adapted and directed)\, RAGS\, and CHILDREN OF EDEN. He collaborated with Leonard Bernstein on the English texts for Bernstein’s MASS and wrote the title song for the play and movie BUTTERFLIES ARE FREE. For children\, he has written songs for two musicals\, CAPTAIN LOUIE and MY SON PINOCCHIO. He has also worked in film\, collaborating with Alan Menken on the songs for Disney’s ENCHANTED as well as the animated features POCAHONTAS and THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME\, and writing the songs for the DreamWorks animated feature THE PRINCE OF EGYPT. His first opera\, SEANCE ON A WET AFTERNOON\, was produced at Opera Santa Barbara and New York City Opera. A book about his career\, “Defying Gravity\,” has been released by Applause Books. Mr. Schwartz has been inducted into the Theatre Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame\, and has been given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame . Awards include three Academy Awards\, four Grammy Awards\, and a tiny handful of tennis trophies. http://www.stephenschwartz.com.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/defying-gravity-an-evening-with-stephen-schwartz-friends/
LOCATION:The Soraya\, 18111 Nordhoff Street\, Northridge\, CA\, 91330-8448
CATEGORIES:LA Music,LA Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T223000
DTSTAMP:20250503T144702Z
CREATED:20250503T144554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T144702Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Zoo Food\, Wine and Brew Celebration
DESCRIPTION:This annual soiree has been moved to May! Dine\, drink\, and do good at this one-of-a-kind tasting event\, where Southern California’s best food\, wine\, and brews are mixed with wild entertainment and the world’s most fascinating wildlife. \nJoin us for this can’t-miss\, all-inclusive evening to savor and sip your way through the World-Famous San Diego Zoo. Raise a glass and take a bite out of conservation at the tastiest event that saves and protects the future for wildlife and the planet we all share.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-zoo-food-wine-and-brew-celebration/
LOCATION:San Diego Zoo\, 2920 Zoo Dr\, San Diego\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T150000
DTSTAMP:20250517T142854Z
CREATED:20250503T151043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T142854Z
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SUMMARY:Rancho Days Fiesta
DESCRIPTION:Come explore the rich history of Orange County’s rancho era through hands-on activities\, crafts\, music\, dance and more! \nActivities and performances include: \n\nNative American and Folklorico dancing\nEarly California ranching hands-on activities and exhibitors\nMusic\, piñata breaking and crafts for children\nCharro horse riding and roping demonstrations\nHistoric buildings open\, courtesy of the Amigos de la Colina docents\n\nPets are welcome outdoors only on leashes no longer than 6 feet. Event and parking are free. \nFor more information\, email heritagehill@ocparks.com or call 949-923-2230.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/rancho-days-fiesta/
LOCATION:Heritage Hill Historical Park\, 25151 Serrano Road\,\, Lake Forest\, CA\, 92630
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T180000
DTSTAMP:20250502T140019Z
CREATED:20250502T135917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T140019Z
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SUMMARY:AniPop Presented By Silk Road
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to be a part of the newest Pop Culture Convention in San Diego County – AniPop! This kawaii anime themed event will feature Panels\, a Fashion Show\, Entertainment\, Cool Merch Vendors\, Talented Artists\, an Idol Showcase\, and so much more! AniPop will be open for fun and adventure on both days from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.\n\n\n\nDo not miss our newest event of what will be the most exciting anime themed event of the spring! Debuting on May 3 and 4\, 2025\, from 10:00am to 6:00pm on Saturday\, and 10:00am to 6:00pm at the at the California Center for the Arts\, in Escondido\, expect an extraordinary experience featuring fun panels\, hands-on DIY interactive workshops\, to a fun line-up of panel discussions.\n\n\n\nEarly tickets are $12 on Saturday and $10 on Sunday.\nGeneral Admission Tickets are $20 on Saturday and $17 on Sunday.\nGeneral Admission Tickets are $25 dollars on the Saturday and $25 on Sunday (at the door).\nEarly Weekend Tickets (2-Day) are $20 and General Admission Weekend (2-Day) Tickets are $30.\nChildren under 8 years old are free.\n\n\n\n\nDiscount codes are NOT valid on the day of the event. \nGeneral Admission gets you into all rooms\, including the Exhibitor Hall\, Featured Artist Hall\, the Game Room\, and all other areas of the AniPop Kawaii Con event. \nChildren under 13 cannot be unaccompanied nor unattended and will not be allowed to enter the event without an adult.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/anipop-presented-by-silk-road/
LOCATION:California Center for the Performing Arts\, 340 N. Escondido Blvd\, Escondido\, CA\, 92025
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T170000
DTSTAMP:20250503T140030Z
CREATED:20250503T135924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T140030Z
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SUMMARY:The Hard Quartet\, Evicshen
DESCRIPTION:The Hard Quartet is a band. But what is a band? A band\, perhaps\, can be thought of as a body\, a corpus\, in which physically discrete lifeforms comprise a chimera that shrieks with one voice. In this particular band\, which is one of millions in the world today\, four players selflessly merge\, become musical\, and emit rock ‘n’ roll that is familiar but new\, warm but icy\, melodic but Sphinx-like in its seductive and subtle riddles essentially\, The Hard Quartet has leveled\, cultivated\, and made lush an entirely new steppe in the ecosystem of guitar-bass-drums-voice agriculture. \nBut we should now introduce the men of the HQ because after that\, since you know your shit\, you’ll be all: “Him? Him too? And\, oh my god\, him? Wait\, not just them but also him?” and you’ll\, rightfully\, expect an album that musos and casuals alike will proclaim a “landmark.” So\, check it out: Let’s do this alphabetically according to last name\, which is the most democratic method. \nLadies and gentlemen\, the Hard Quartet is: \nEmmett Kelly\, a songwriter\, guitarist\, and vocalist best known for his work in The Cairo Gang as well as in the company of artists such as Will Oldham\, Ty Segall\, Azita\, and many more. \nStephen Malkmus\, a songwriter\, guitarist\, and vocalist best known for his work with Pavement\, the Jicks\, Silver Jews\, Straw Dogs\, and eponymously. \nMatt Sweeney\, a songwriter\, guitarist\, and vocalist best known for his work with Chavez\, Superwolf\, Super- wolves\, and in the company of a panoply of artists from Guided by Voices and Cat Power to Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond. \nJim White\, a drummer and songwriter best known for his work with Dirty Three\, Xylouris White\, eponymous- ly\, and with such stalwarts as PJ Harvey\, Smog\, and Venom P. Stinger. \nDo you see? Four Titans\, basically. And here they are\, now\, today\, starting a band—a band which they’ve gone ahead and named The Hard Quartet\, for Christ’s sake—which is a bulletproof\, effortless amalgam of their completely distinct and completely broken-mold utterances. \nVictoria Shen is a sound artist\, experimental music performer\, and instrument-maker based in San Francisco. \nShen’s sound practice is concerned with the spatiality/physicality of sound and its relationship to the human body. Her music features analog modular synthesizers\, vinyl/resin records\, and self- built electronics. Eschewing conventions in harmony and rhythm in favor of extreme textures and gestural tones\, Shen uses what she calls “chaotic sound” to oppose signal and information\, eluding traditionally embedded meaning. \nFor recent performances\, she pioneered the use of Needle Nails\, acrylic nails with embedded turntable styluses\, which allow her to play up to 5 tracks of a record at once. Needle Nails\, Levitating speaker\, and her Noise Combs are some of the objects created by her as part of an extensive repertoire of innovations in the design of sound augmentation. These sculptural elements invite the viewer to unpack one’s relationship with the material possibilities for creating sound. \n\n\n 
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/the-hard-quartet-evicshen/
LOCATION:Teragram Ballroom\, 1234 W. 7th Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90017
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T120000
DTSTAMP:20250503T145620Z
CREATED:20250503T145620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T145620Z
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SUMMARY:All-Packard Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Free event from 8:00 AM-NOON. You’ll see 30–40 Concours d’Elegance-quality Packard automobiles from the 1920s – early 1950’s. Enter hotel parking lot through the Back Bay entrance. Presented by Packards International Motor Car Club.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/all-packard-car-show/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Newport Beach\, 1107 Jamboree Road\, Newport Beach\, CA
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20250503T155655Z
CREATED:20250503T155655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T155655Z
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SUMMARY:Retro Palm Springs
DESCRIPTION:THIS WEEKEND\, the desert turns decidedly retro at the Retro Palm Springs Fan Convention — where the past is alive\, the vibes are vintage\, and the fandom is forever. \n🚀 Step into a world of neon dreams and analog magic:\n🎤 celeb guests & cast reunions (Saved By The Bell\, Beverly Hills 90210\, Land of the Lost\, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)\n🕺 Groovy cosplay & the decade-defying ILove80s.com Dance Party\n🛍️ Vintage treasures\, collectibles\, and the merch of your dreams \n📍 Palm Springs Convention Center\n🗓️ This weekend only!\n🕰️ Hop in your DeLorean\, power up your Walkman\, and join the radical retro fun. \nTickets on sale now at RetroPalmSprings.com
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/retro-palm-springs/
LOCATION:Palm Springs Convention Center\, 277 N Avenida Caballeros\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262
CATEGORIES:Desert | Riverside Co. Lifestyle,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250527
DTSTAMP:20250510T141438Z
CREATED:20250510T141345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250510T141438Z
UID:10000373-1746144000-1748303999@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:LA County Fair: Art Unleashed
DESCRIPTION:The LA County Fair puts the spotlight on all things creative in 2025 with its theme Art Unleashed. \nThe Fair has been a celebration of art for more than a century: home arts\, culinary arts\, visual arts\, performing arts\, fine arts. The art of having fun. The art of making memories. Celebrate artistry and mastery in all their diverse forms with the Fair’s immersive experience that promises to captivate all guests. \nThe 16-day event opens May 2. Don’t miss new attractions\, the thrills of the carnival\, musical entertainment in every corner of the fairgrounds and\, of course\, lots and lots of food. \nBut the main component\, as always\, is fun!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/la-county-fair-art-unleashed/
LOCATION:Fairplex\, 1101 W McKinley Ave.\, Pomona\, CA\, 91768
CATEGORIES:LA Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20250503T143609Z
CREATED:20250503T143252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T143609Z
UID:10000359-1746144000-1746403199@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:THE HOAG OC MARATHON RUNNING FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:The 21st Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival returns to the seaside streets of Orange County\, California the weekend of May 2-4. The Hoag OC Running Festival showcases three days of events\, including the Kids Run the OC Empowered by Hoag\, the U.S. Bank OC 5K at sunset on Saturday and Sunday’s half and full marathons. The race is a perfect destination event for runners\, with the beaches\, theme parks and near-perfect weather. \nWhen: Friday – Sunday\, May 2 – 4\nSchedule:\nFriday\, May 2\, 3 – 7 p.m.\nSaturday\, May 3\, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nSunday\, May 4\,  5:30 a.m. – 1 p.m..\nWhere: OC Fair & Event Center\nMore Info: Visit OC Marathon
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/oc-marathon/
LOCATION:OC Fair & Event Center
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Sports Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Sports Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20250503T140945Z
CREATED:20250503T140828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T140945Z
UID:10000356-1746144000-1746403199@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:BeachLife Festival
DESCRIPTION:BeachLife Fest is BACK May 2nd-4th at Redondo Beach! \nOur mission is to inspire community\, authenticity\, and generosity through the celebration of music\, art\, and our Southern California BeachLife culture. We were lucky enough to grow up in Southern California on the beach — surfing\, hanging out with sand between our toes\, vibing with friends\, and living the beach life. Our culture celebrates the power and beauty of the ocean and coastal resources — our waves\, wind\, smell of sea salt\, beaches\, sand\, and wildlife that call this their home. We will protect this lifestyle at any cost because it is the central theme to our lives\, and each day we celebrate the relaxed lifestyle that has grown out of this environment. So if you have it in your blood\, or if you are brand new to it\, we welcome you at BeachLife to hang with us\, vibe\, and enjoy. \nSupport the “One Love\, One Los Angeles” campaign by purchasing a t-shirt\, with 100% of proceeds going to disaster relief efforts in our city. BeachLife Festival and CA Surf Club have kickstarted the campaign with $10\,000\, and every shirt purchased helps us take one step closer to healing Los Angeles.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/beachlife-festival/
LOCATION:Redondo Beach\, 415 Diamond Street\, Redondo Beach\, CA\, 90277
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250504
DTSTAMP:20250503T143028Z
CREATED:20250503T142852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T143028Z
UID:10000358-1746144000-1746316799@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:Shabang Music Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Fri May 2 11:00AM – Sat May 3 11:00PM \nJoin the list for Early Access to San Luis Obispo’s Vibrant Music Festival \nShabang Music Festival\, San Luis Obispo’s biggest music celebration\, is gearing up for its highly anticipated return in 2025\, set for May 2nd and 3rd. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever before\, with stunning activations\, exclusive experiences\, and the biggest lineup of musical talent yet. \nAs a thank you to the festival’s passionate fans and dedicated Shabang community\, early bird tickets for Shabang 2025 will be available starting Thursday\, December 19th\, 2025 at 11am and fans can secure them by signing up here! \nFestival Highlights for May 2nd and 3rd\, 2025: \n– Camping is back! We have tent\, car\, RV\, & Group sites. All campsites are at an established campground (El Chorro Regional Park Campground) with water spigots\, picnic tables\, & more all within a 10 minute walk from the venue. Activities are provided at the campground such as yoga classes\, acoustic sets\, summer camp games\, and ‘Late Night Discos’ – camping stages open after hours! Campers are welcome to adventure through the neighboring San Luis Obispo Botanical Gardens which has flora & fauna from the five Mediterranean climate regions of the world. \n– Vibe out with Silent Disco Haüs Party. As an ode to the house show culture in San Luis Obispo\, we build a literal house situated near the top of our venue complete with (one-ish) wall\, roof\, living room\, family portraits\, bar\, stage\, a backyard with furniture\, grills\, twinkling lights & more. All day\, the stage hosts back to back local/California based DJ’s whose set is remotely amplified into 500+ sets of headphones. \n– Immerse yourself with interactive art pieces that you can crawl through\, touch\, and play with. From relaxation tents\, to our upside down room (a literal upside room)\, to the Peeking Portals where every gem in the structure has views to different mini-dimensions\, people love getting lost at Shabang. \n– Music is everywhere! Other performance pieces include live painting\, an insane Drum group called Samba Loca\, aerialists suspended 20 ft in the air\, and more. \n– Best of all\, dive into Shabang University. Attendees can participate in yoga\, dance classes\, speed dating\, join workshops\, speaking engagements\, stand up comedy\, & more. The most notable moment from last year was ‘Twerk Therapy’ where participants were given the opportunity to heal through bouncing that booty! All of these amazing social activities will be returning this year at Shabang. \nEarly Bird Ticket Types and Pricing (inclusive of all fees): \n2-Day GA: $199 \n2-Day VIP: $349 \nShabang 2025 Location: \nLocated on the sprawling grass meadows in the valley of the Nine Sisters\, Shabang transforms Dairy Creek Golf Course into a kaleidoscope of color that highlights the natural landscapes of the Central Coast. With curated breakout talent and strong ties to the community\, we share the voices and stories of Central Coast artisans and beyond by providing them a celebratory spotlight where they can share their gifts with the world. Shabang provides an unparalleled San Luis Obispo Music & Arts Experience where you can do it all! \nAbout Shabang Music Festival: \nShabang unites and amplifies the Central Coast community through an immersive music festival experience. Join us for Shabang 2025 on May 2 & 3 in San Luis Obispo\, CA for a journey through the Central Coast. Shabang was born in 2014 from a few friends with the idea to throw a concert on a mountain. With an attendance of 20\, nobody envisioned what the show called ‘Shabang’ would become. As the sun set and the music guided the herd into the unknown\, an overwhelming sense of warmth and euphoria spread through the sparse crowd. They had started something special. The vibe was too good to stop there\, so the friends kept it alive and rolling\, and here we are today… \nFour Live Stages | 50+ Live Acts | Silent Disco | Funk Safari | Shabang University | Experiential Art Installations | Interactive Workshops | Movement Classes | Artisan Vendors | Curated Food\, Drinks and more! Visit https://www.shabangslo.com/ for more information!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/shabang-music-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Dairy Creek Golf Course\, 2990 Dairy Creek Rd\, San Luis Obispo\, CA\, 93405
CATEGORIES:SB & Montecito Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTSTAMP:20250430T142551Z
CREATED:20250430T142200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T142551Z
UID:10000348-1746057600-1746662399@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:LOS ANGELES ASIAN PACIFIC FILM FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:In our continued work to create spaces for expression\, engagement\, and empowerment\, Visual Communications is proud to present the 41st edition of the VC Film Fest / Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival from May 1 to May 7\, 2025. The Festival will feature a robust lineup of in-person programming\, along with virtual programming for our audiences at home in Southern California and beyond. \nSince 1983\, the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival has presented over 5\,000 films\, videos\, and digital mediaworks by Asian & Pacific Islander artists\, and features seminars\, panels\, in-person guest appearances\, and filmmaker awards. The Film Festival continues to be the largest festival of its kind in Southern California and is the premier showcase for the best and brightest of Asian Pacific cinema. \nThe VC Film Festival is a proud Academy Award®-qualifying film festival for Short Film Awards. Recipient(s) of the Film Festival’s Golden Reel Award for Narrative/Animated Short Film will be eligible to submit in the Animated Short Film/Live-Action Short Film category of the Academy Awards®. \nIf you are an artist/filmmaker and our renewal intentions and values resonate with you\, we invite you to share your work with us. If you are a funder and partner\, we invite you to support our practice and not just the product. We look forward to building a community with you. \n\nThe VC Film Fest / Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival is listed on our SoCal Spotlight Film Festival page!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/los-angeles-asian-pacific-film-festival/
LOCATION:Directors Guild of America (DGA)\, 7920 W Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046
CATEGORIES:LA Lifestyle Events,LA Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T210000
DTSTAMP:20250426T144109Z
CREATED:20250426T144003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T144109Z
UID:10000340-1745776800-1745787600@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:LA Galaxy vs Portland Timbers
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/la-galaxy-vs-portland-timbers/
LOCATION:Dignity Health Sports Park Tennis Stadium\, 18400 Avalon Boulevard\, Carson\, CA\, 90746
CATEGORIES:LA Sports Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Sports Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T220000
DTSTAMP:20250426T145542Z
CREATED:20250426T145328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T145542Z
UID:10000342-1745769600-1745791200@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:Flower Moon Festival W/ Marlon Funaki\, Junior Varsity & More!
DESCRIPTION:About the Show\nAll Ages Welcome Doors: 4pm Show: 5pm *All times and supporting acts are subject to change
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/flower-moon-festival-w-marlon-funaki-junior-varsity-more/
LOCATION:The Observatory Orange County\, 3503 S Harbor Blvd\, Santa Ana\, CA
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T160000
DTSTAMP:20250424T200227Z
CREATED:20250424T195946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T200227Z
UID:10000325-1745755200-1745769600@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:San Diego Spring Sake Festival
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to announce the San Diego Spring Sake Festival\, celebrating the arrival of “Nama” Sake—a rare\, unpasteurized sake that is only available during spring! \nThe San Diego Sake Club\, in partnership with the Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum\, will be hosting this special event. \nJoin us for an unforgettable experience as we guide you through the finest sakes from Japan and the U.S.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-spring-sake-festival/
LOCATION:Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum\, 2215 Pan American Road E\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T140000
DTSTAMP:20250426T150902Z
CREATED:20250426T150726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T150902Z
UID:10000344-1745748000-1745762400@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:The Bolsa Chica Conservancy welcomes our community to get involved. Join us for games\, family friendly activities\, animal interactions\, guided tours of the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve\, a beach cleanup at Bolsa Chica State Beach\, information booths from local environmental agencies and organizations\, food\, music and more!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/earth-day/
LOCATION:Bolsa Chica Conservancy\, 3842 Warner Ave\, Huntington Beach\, CA\, 92649
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T120000
DTSTAMP:20250425T233552Z
CREATED:20250425T233448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T233552Z
UID:10000329-1745740800-1745755200@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:San Diego Donut Run
DESCRIPTION:Join us and the San Diego community on Sunday\, April 27\, 2025\, for our GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge as we celebrate all we have to proud of\, connect our community and create that ripple effect of Acceptance. You DONUT want to miss this year’s San Diego Donut Run benefitting GiGi’s Playhouse.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-donut-run/
LOCATION:Crown Point Shores\, San Diego\, CA\, 92109
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Sports Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Sports Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T220000
DTSTAMP:20250426T141027Z
CREATED:20250426T140929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T141027Z
UID:10000335-1745697600-1745704800@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:LA DANCES GRAHAM100
DESCRIPTION:Satyric Festival Song\nPanorama\nDeep Song\nEl Penitente\nLamentation Variations\nConversation of Lovers\nRitual to the Sun (Helios) \n\nMasterpieces rarely seen come to life when dancers from across Los Angeles join forces for The Soraya’s second contribution to Graham100\, the multi-year celebration of America’s longest running dance company. Digging deep into Martha Graham’s vast catalog\, more than 180 pieces strong\, the centenary celebration engages outstanding dancers from Los Angeles’ most revered dance companies.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/la-dances-graham100/
LOCATION:The Soraya\, 18111 Nordhoff Street\, Northridge\, CA\, 91330-8448
CATEGORIES:LA Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T220000
DTSTAMP:20250426T140032Z
CREATED:20250426T134943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T140032Z
UID:10000332-1745694000-1745704800@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:Light Up The Blues
DESCRIPTION: © 2025 Rolling Stone | https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/neil-young-stephen-stills-billy-idol-cat-power-light-up-the-blues-1235277417/ \nThe Autism Speaks fundraising concert will take place April 26 at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles and also feature appearances by Linda Perry and Christina Applegate \nStephen Stills and Neil Young will perform together at L.A.’s Greek Theatre on April 26 for the biennial Autism Speaks fundraiser Light Up The Blues alongside special guests Linda Perry\, Cat Power\, Christina Applegate\, Chris Stills\, and Oliver Stills. Tickets go on-sale February 28. \nThe first Light Up The Blues took place in 2013 at L.A.’s Club Nokia with guests Crosby\, Stills\, and Nash\, Don Felder\, Jack Black\, Lucinda Williams\, and Ryan Adams. Over the past decade\, everyone from John Mayer and Jack Black to Patti Smith\, Joe Walsh\, Willie Nelson\, Brandi Carlile\, Sheryl Crow\, Beck\, Burt Bacharach\, Dax Shepard\, Kristen Bell\, Jakob Dylan\, Nikka Costa\, and the War On Drugs has taken part in the show. \n“The genesis of it was when Neil left Northern California\, came down here\, and said to me\, ‘You’re doing the Bridge School now\,’” says Stephen Stills\, referring to Young’s long-running Bridge School Benefit concerts series\, which ended in 2016. “Neil is always supportive and ready to rock. And then we go from there. Anybody who wants to come and play with us is welcome.” \n\n\n\n\nBooking the show was especially challenging this year because of the Los Angeles wildfires. “The focus was on a huge fundraising effort for the fire victims\, which Stephen was also a part of at FireAid\,” says Light Up The Blues co-host/organizer Kristen Stills. “It obviously just would have been incredibly insensitive to start talking about an event in the spring when we had this immediate need going on here locally.” \nIt was also hard to organize before artists had their spring tour schedules nailed down. But over the past few weeks\, commitments started to come in. Billy Idol was one of the first to agree. “We saw Billy and Steve Stevens perform at the Bridge School Benefit many years ago\,” says Kristen Stills. “It was an amazing performance that brought down the house. I’m an eighties kid\, so this is incredibly exciting for me.” \nPerformers with autism will also be on the bill\, including Love on the Spectrum star Abbey Romeo and film/tv composer John Frizzell\, who Kristen and Stephen met at the 2023 Light Up The Blues event. “We arranged to have him come up to the house because he had been diagnosed with autism as an older adult not too long ago\,” says Kristen Stills. “Autism Speaks helped him navigate that journey of announcing publicly that he has autism. And the next natural thing was to ask him to be a part of this show. As it turned out\, he had just formed a bluegrass band where every member is on the spectrum.” \n\n\n\nStephen Stills was delighted to learn that Frizzel’s relative is country/bluegrass icon Lefty Frizzell. “When I was a kid in Greenwich Village\, Lefty was just a miraculous player of Bill Monroe’s stature\,” he says. “All of the great bluegrass groups came to the Village in the early Sixties. I was like\, ‘Wow\, that was your relative?’ Wow!’”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLight Up The Blues has raised millions of dollars for Autism Speaks over the years\, and it’s one of the few places fans can see Stills perform live after he stepped away from the road in 2018. He’ll be backed by Neil Young’s band\, the Chrome Hearts\, which features Promise of the Real members Corey McCormick and Anthony Logerfo alongside Micah Nelson and Spooner Oldham. \n\nBeyond the money they hope to raise this year\, the Stills family also wants to turn Light Up The Blues into an educational event. “We want to give people an incredible night of music and entertainment\,” says Kristen Stills. “And we want people to learn more about autism. The whole purpose of the event is to create a world more inclusive to people with autism. We are also celebrating Autism Speaks 20th anniversary. Twenty years ago\, there were hardly any resources available to parents like me and Stephen. Autism Speaks has profoundly changed that.” \n\nEvent Details \nGreek Theatre Pit: Seated  \nAll ages allowed.  All require a ticket for entry. \nFeaturing: \nStephen Stills \nNeil Young and the Chrome Hearts \nBilly Idol and Steve Stevens \nCat Power \nLinda Perry \nChris Stills \nNathaniel Rateliff \nRufus Wainwright \nAnd Very Special Guests \nHosted by Kristen and Stephen Stills
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/light-up-the-blues/
LOCATION:The Greek Theatre\, 2700 North Vermont Avenue\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90027
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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