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SUMMARY:A Black-billed Cuckoo
DESCRIPTION:Sep 15 – Oct 11 | Mandell Weiss Forum \nBy Mat Smart \nDirected by Shelley Butler \n\n\nMost performances are full but some tickets are released daily. Check back here\, join our email list to be notified and follow us on Instagram where we post ticket releases on our Stories.\n“Packed with humor… delightful\, funny and surprising. A gentle and rewarding play about friendship\, found family and starting over.” San Diego Union-Tribune \nThe elusive black-billed cuckoo is notoriously difficult to find\, even if you know what you’re looking for — and that’s precisely the bird Ruth has been looking for these past few years. Over 24 hours in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park\, a close-knit birding group is turned upside down when some of its members glimpse this rare bird and others don’t. \nAward-winning playwright Mat Smart — known for his “intricate\, delightful comic drama” storytelling (The New York Times) — introduces us to a fascinating community of people who revel in the idea that any given day might bring something they’ve never seen before. Director Shelley Butler has worked extensively on new plays\, creating “dynamic\, charming\, and laugh-filled” productions (BroadwayWorld).
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/a-black-billed-cuckoo/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:La Jolla Playhouse\, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:When Gretta\, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter\, crosses paths with Dan\, a record producer on the brink of burnout\, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter\,” “Hey\, Soul Sister”)\, direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress\, Chess)\, and is inspired by the Academy Award–nominated film written and directed by John Carney (Once). Set against the exhilarating backdrop of New York City\, Begin Again is a world premiere musical about rediscovering passion\, purpose\, and the courage to start over.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/begin-again/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:A Black-billed Cuckoo
DESCRIPTION:Sep 15 – Oct 11 | Mandell Weiss Forum \nBy Mat Smart \nDirected by Shelley Butler \n\n\nMost performances are full but some tickets are released daily. Check back here\, join our email list to be notified and follow us on Instagram where we post ticket releases on our Stories.\n“Packed with humor… delightful\, funny and surprising. A gentle and rewarding play about friendship\, found family and starting over.” San Diego Union-Tribune \nThe elusive black-billed cuckoo is notoriously difficult to find\, even if you know what you’re looking for — and that’s precisely the bird Ruth has been looking for these past few years. Over 24 hours in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park\, a close-knit birding group is turned upside down when some of its members glimpse this rare bird and others don’t. \nAward-winning playwright Mat Smart — known for his “intricate\, delightful comic drama” storytelling (The New York Times) — introduces us to a fascinating community of people who revel in the idea that any given day might bring something they’ve never seen before. Director Shelley Butler has worked extensively on new plays\, creating “dynamic\, charming\, and laugh-filled” productions (BroadwayWorld).
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/a-black-billed-cuckoo/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:La Jolla Playhouse\, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:When Gretta\, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter\, crosses paths with Dan\, a record producer on the brink of burnout\, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter\,” “Hey\, Soul Sister”)\, direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress\, Chess)\, and is inspired by the Academy Award–nominated film written and directed by John Carney (Once). Set against the exhilarating backdrop of New York City\, Begin Again is a world premiere musical about rediscovering passion\, purpose\, and the courage to start over.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/begin-again/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:A Black-billed Cuckoo
DESCRIPTION:Sep 15 – Oct 11 | Mandell Weiss Forum \nBy Mat Smart \nDirected by Shelley Butler \n\n\nMost performances are full but some tickets are released daily. Check back here\, join our email list to be notified and follow us on Instagram where we post ticket releases on our Stories.\n“Packed with humor… delightful\, funny and surprising. A gentle and rewarding play about friendship\, found family and starting over.” San Diego Union-Tribune \nThe elusive black-billed cuckoo is notoriously difficult to find\, even if you know what you’re looking for — and that’s precisely the bird Ruth has been looking for these past few years. Over 24 hours in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park\, a close-knit birding group is turned upside down when some of its members glimpse this rare bird and others don’t. \nAward-winning playwright Mat Smart — known for his “intricate\, delightful comic drama” storytelling (The New York Times) — introduces us to a fascinating community of people who revel in the idea that any given day might bring something they’ve never seen before. Director Shelley Butler has worked extensively on new plays\, creating “dynamic\, charming\, and laugh-filled” productions (BroadwayWorld).
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/a-black-billed-cuckoo/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:La Jolla Playhouse\, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:When Gretta\, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter\, crosses paths with Dan\, a record producer on the brink of burnout\, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter\,” “Hey\, Soul Sister”)\, direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress\, Chess)\, and is inspired by the Academy Award–nominated film written and directed by John Carney (Once). Set against the exhilarating backdrop of New York City\, Begin Again is a world premiere musical about rediscovering passion\, purpose\, and the courage to start over.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/begin-again/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:A Black-billed Cuckoo
DESCRIPTION:Sep 15 – Oct 11 | Mandell Weiss Forum \nBy Mat Smart \nDirected by Shelley Butler \n\n\nMost performances are full but some tickets are released daily. Check back here\, join our email list to be notified and follow us on Instagram where we post ticket releases on our Stories.\n“Packed with humor… delightful\, funny and surprising. A gentle and rewarding play about friendship\, found family and starting over.” San Diego Union-Tribune \nThe elusive black-billed cuckoo is notoriously difficult to find\, even if you know what you’re looking for — and that’s precisely the bird Ruth has been looking for these past few years. Over 24 hours in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park\, a close-knit birding group is turned upside down when some of its members glimpse this rare bird and others don’t. \nAward-winning playwright Mat Smart — known for his “intricate\, delightful comic drama” storytelling (The New York Times) — introduces us to a fascinating community of people who revel in the idea that any given day might bring something they’ve never seen before. Director Shelley Butler has worked extensively on new plays\, creating “dynamic\, charming\, and laugh-filled” productions (BroadwayWorld).
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/a-black-billed-cuckoo/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:La Jolla Playhouse\, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:A Black-billed Cuckoo
DESCRIPTION:Sep 15 – Oct 11 | Mandell Weiss Forum \nBy Mat Smart \nDirected by Shelley Butler \n\n\nMost performances are full but some tickets are released daily. Check back here\, join our email list to be notified and follow us on Instagram where we post ticket releases on our Stories.\n“Packed with humor… delightful\, funny and surprising. A gentle and rewarding play about friendship\, found family and starting over.” San Diego Union-Tribune \nThe elusive black-billed cuckoo is notoriously difficult to find\, even if you know what you’re looking for — and that’s precisely the bird Ruth has been looking for these past few years. Over 24 hours in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park\, a close-knit birding group is turned upside down when some of its members glimpse this rare bird and others don’t. \nAward-winning playwright Mat Smart — known for his “intricate\, delightful comic drama” storytelling (The New York Times) — introduces us to a fascinating community of people who revel in the idea that any given day might bring something they’ve never seen before. Director Shelley Butler has worked extensively on new plays\, creating “dynamic\, charming\, and laugh-filled” productions (BroadwayWorld).
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/a-black-billed-cuckoo/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:La Jolla Playhouse\, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:When Gretta\, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter\, crosses paths with Dan\, a record producer on the brink of burnout\, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter\,” “Hey\, Soul Sister”)\, direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress\, Chess)\, and is inspired by the Academy Award–nominated film written and directed by John Carney (Once). Set against the exhilarating backdrop of New York City\, Begin Again is a world premiere musical about rediscovering passion\, purpose\, and the courage to start over.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/begin-again/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:When Gretta\, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter\, crosses paths with Dan\, a record producer on the brink of burnout\, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter\,” “Hey\, Soul Sister”)\, direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress\, Chess)\, and is inspired by the Academy Award–nominated film written and directed by John Carney (Once). Set against the exhilarating backdrop of New York City\, Begin Again is a world premiere musical about rediscovering passion\, purpose\, and the courage to start over.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/begin-again/2026-10-13/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:San Diego International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n25 Years of Celebrating the Power of Film\nFrom global premieres to local voices\, the Festival celebrates culture through the cinematic storytelling of Filmmakers from around the world.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-international-film-festival-3/2026-10-14/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:When Gretta\, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter\, crosses paths with Dan\, a record producer on the brink of burnout\, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter\,” “Hey\, Soul Sister”)\, direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress\, Chess)\, and is inspired by the Academy Award–nominated film written and directed by John Carney (Once). Set against the exhilarating backdrop of New York City\, Begin Again is a world premiere musical about rediscovering passion\, purpose\, and the courage to start over.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/begin-again/2026-10-14/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:San Diego International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n25 Years of Celebrating the Power of Film\nFrom global premieres to local voices\, the Festival celebrates culture through the cinematic storytelling of Filmmakers from around the world.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-international-film-festival-3/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n\n\n\n\nCelebrating its 27th year\, the Newport Beach Film Festival is one of the largest luxury lifestyle film festivals in the United States. The Festival brings an internationally curated collection of films and vibrant cultural events to the beautiful Southern California coast. Committed to championing original storytellers from around the world\, NBFF celebrates contemporary screen culture and cinematic excellence while engaging the community through compelling conversations with filmmakers and artists. The Newport Beach Film Festival is sponsored in part by Cadillac\, Citizens Private Bank\, UCI Health\, the Los Angeles Times\, Fashion Island\, and the City of Newport Beach. The 2026 Festival will take place October 15–22.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-film-fest/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:When Gretta\, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter\, crosses paths with Dan\, a record producer on the brink of burnout\, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter\,” “Hey\, Soul Sister”)\, direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress\, Chess)\, and is inspired by the Academy Award–nominated film written and directed by John Carney (Once). Set against the exhilarating backdrop of New York City\, Begin Again is a world premiere musical about rediscovering passion\, purpose\, and the courage to start over.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/begin-again/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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CREATED:20261004T182417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T182417Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n25 Years of Celebrating the Power of Film\nFrom global premieres to local voices\, the Festival celebrates culture through the cinematic storytelling of Filmmakers from around the world.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-international-film-festival-3/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/sdiff-2026-1.png
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTSTAMP:20261004T183359Z
CREATED:20261004T183359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T183359Z
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n\n\n\n\nCelebrating its 27th year\, the Newport Beach Film Festival is one of the largest luxury lifestyle film festivals in the United States. The Festival brings an internationally curated collection of films and vibrant cultural events to the beautiful Southern California coast. Committed to championing original storytellers from around the world\, NBFF celebrates contemporary screen culture and cinematic excellence while engaging the community through compelling conversations with filmmakers and artists. The Newport Beach Film Festival is sponsored in part by Cadillac\, Citizens Private Bank\, UCI Health\, the Los Angeles Times\, Fashion Island\, and the City of Newport Beach. The 2026 Festival will take place October 15–22.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-film-fest/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261016T220000
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SUMMARY:Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:When Gretta\, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter\, crosses paths with Dan\, a record producer on the brink of burnout\, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter\,” “Hey\, Soul Sister”)\, direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress\, Chess)\, and is inspired by the Academy Award–nominated film written and directed by John Carney (Once). Set against the exhilarating backdrop of New York City\, Begin Again is a world premiere musical about rediscovering passion\, purpose\, and the courage to start over.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/begin-again/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017
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SUMMARY:San Diego International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n25 Years of Celebrating the Power of Film\nFrom global premieres to local voices\, the Festival celebrates culture through the cinematic storytelling of Filmmakers from around the world.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-international-film-festival-3/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/sdiff-2026-1.png
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n\n\n\n\nCelebrating its 27th year\, the Newport Beach Film Festival is one of the largest luxury lifestyle film festivals in the United States. The Festival brings an internationally curated collection of films and vibrant cultural events to the beautiful Southern California coast. Committed to championing original storytellers from around the world\, NBFF celebrates contemporary screen culture and cinematic excellence while engaging the community through compelling conversations with filmmakers and artists. The Newport Beach Film Festival is sponsored in part by Cadillac\, Citizens Private Bank\, UCI Health\, the Los Angeles Times\, Fashion Island\, and the City of Newport Beach. The 2026 Festival will take place October 15–22.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-film-fest/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T220000
DTSTAMP:20260911T033857Z
CREATED:20260911T033857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T033857Z
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SUMMARY:Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:When Gretta\, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter\, crosses paths with Dan\, a record producer on the brink of burnout\, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter\,” “Hey\, Soul Sister”)\, direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress\, Chess)\, and is inspired by the Academy Award–nominated film written and directed by John Carney (Once). Set against the exhilarating backdrop of New York City\, Begin Again is a world premiere musical about rediscovering passion\, purpose\, and the courage to start over.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/begin-again/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20261004T182417Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T182417Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n25 Years of Celebrating the Power of Film\nFrom global premieres to local voices\, the Festival celebrates culture through the cinematic storytelling of Filmmakers from around the world.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-international-film-festival-3/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20261004T183359Z
CREATED:20261004T183359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T183359Z
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n\n\n\n\nCelebrating its 27th year\, the Newport Beach Film Festival is one of the largest luxury lifestyle film festivals in the United States. The Festival brings an internationally curated collection of films and vibrant cultural events to the beautiful Southern California coast. Committed to championing original storytellers from around the world\, NBFF celebrates contemporary screen culture and cinematic excellence while engaging the community through compelling conversations with filmmakers and artists. The Newport Beach Film Festival is sponsored in part by Cadillac\, Citizens Private Bank\, UCI Health\, the Los Angeles Times\, Fashion Island\, and the City of Newport Beach. The 2026 Festival will take place October 15–22.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-film-fest/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T163000
DTSTAMP:20261004T184108Z
CREATED:20261004T184108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T184108Z
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SUMMARY:ROOTED Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \nThe Rooted Film Festival is a celebration of the stories that shape us — the cultures\, memories\, and communities that define who we are and where we come from. Founded and produced by high school filmmaker Julian Maya\, Rooted was inspired by the family stories he grew up hearing. Those narratives\, passed down across generations\, sparked the idea of creating a space where young filmmakers could explore their own stories. \nRooted brings the Southern California film community together through the shared language of cinema. We invite high school filmmakers to showcase authentic\, personal\, and meaningful work that explores family\, culture\, immigration\, heritage\, or any moment connected to where their story began. By uplifting emerging voices\, Rooted celebrates the power of storytelling and the families—chosen or inherited—that shape each filmmaker’s journey. \nFor more on Julian Maya\, Rooted Film Festival Founder/Producer- \nPlease visit his website below www.superjujuworld.com
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/rooted-film-festival/
LOCATION:The Frida Cinema\, 305 E. 4th Street\, Santa Ana\, CA\, 92701
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T220000
DTSTAMP:20260911T033857Z
CREATED:20260911T033857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T033857Z
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SUMMARY:Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:When Gretta\, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter\, crosses paths with Dan\, a record producer on the brink of burnout\, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter\,” “Hey\, Soul Sister”)\, direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress\, Chess)\, and is inspired by the Academy Award–nominated film written and directed by John Carney (Once). Set against the exhilarating backdrop of New York City\, Begin Again is a world premiere musical about rediscovering passion\, purpose\, and the courage to start over.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/begin-again/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/BeginAgain-e1789097897899.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTSTAMP:20261004T183359Z
CREATED:20261004T183359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T183359Z
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n\n\n\n\nCelebrating its 27th year\, the Newport Beach Film Festival is one of the largest luxury lifestyle film festivals in the United States. The Festival brings an internationally curated collection of films and vibrant cultural events to the beautiful Southern California coast. Committed to championing original storytellers from around the world\, NBFF celebrates contemporary screen culture and cinematic excellence while engaging the community through compelling conversations with filmmakers and artists. The Newport Beach Film Festival is sponsored in part by Cadillac\, Citizens Private Bank\, UCI Health\, the Los Angeles Times\, Fashion Island\, and the City of Newport Beach. The 2026 Festival will take place October 15–22.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-film-fest/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/NBFF-2026-2.png
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20261004T183359Z
CREATED:20261004T183359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T183359Z
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n\n\n\n\nCelebrating its 27th year\, the Newport Beach Film Festival is one of the largest luxury lifestyle film festivals in the United States. The Festival brings an internationally curated collection of films and vibrant cultural events to the beautiful Southern California coast. Committed to championing original storytellers from around the world\, NBFF celebrates contemporary screen culture and cinematic excellence while engaging the community through compelling conversations with filmmakers and artists. The Newport Beach Film Festival is sponsored in part by Cadillac\, Citizens Private Bank\, UCI Health\, the Los Angeles Times\, Fashion Island\, and the City of Newport Beach. The 2026 Festival will take place October 15–22.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-film-fest/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/NBFF-2026-2.png
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTSTAMP:20261004T183359Z
CREATED:20261004T183359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T183359Z
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n\n\n\n\nCelebrating its 27th year\, the Newport Beach Film Festival is one of the largest luxury lifestyle film festivals in the United States. The Festival brings an internationally curated collection of films and vibrant cultural events to the beautiful Southern California coast. Committed to championing original storytellers from around the world\, NBFF celebrates contemporary screen culture and cinematic excellence while engaging the community through compelling conversations with filmmakers and artists. The Newport Beach Film Festival is sponsored in part by Cadillac\, Citizens Private Bank\, UCI Health\, the Los Angeles Times\, Fashion Island\, and the City of Newport Beach. The 2026 Festival will take place October 15–22.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-film-fest/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/NBFF-2026-2.png
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTSTAMP:20261004T184715Z
CREATED:20261004T184715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T184715Z
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SUMMARY:AFI Fest
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \n  \nAFI FEST is a world-class event\, showcasing the best films from across the globe to captivated audiences in Los Angeles. With a diverse and innovative slate of programming\, the film festival presents a robust lineup of fiction and nonfiction features and shorts presented in established AFI FEST sections\, along with panels and conversations featuring both master filmmakers and new cinematic voices. \nThe Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recognizes AFI FEST as a qualifying festival for both Short Films categories of the annual Academy Awards®.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/afi-fest/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:TCL Chinese Theatres\, 6925 Hollywood Blvd\, Hollywood\, CA\, 90028
CATEGORIES:LA Lifestyle Events,LA Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20261004T182955Z
CREATED:20261004T182955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T182955Z
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SUMMARY:LA Femme International  Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:SoCal Film Festivals \n \nThe festival is a premiere film festival celebrating\, supporting and advancing content creation by women producers\, writers\, and directors from around the world. Our hosted film festival has advanced the careers of over 3\,000 artists and we continue to offer educational seminars\, programming and networking events in a nurturing indie environment. Join us by attending or submitting your work for consideration. See you at the festival!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/la-femme-international-film-festival-3/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:LA Lifestyle Events,LA Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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