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SUMMARY:Celebracion Mexicana
DESCRIPTION:Celebracion Mexicana is Ballet Folklorico San Diego Dance Company’s signature event. During this event\, dancers\, parents\, families\, friends\, and the community in general learned and enjoyed the rich Mexican Culture through its traditional dances and outfits from various regions of Mexico. As a group Ballet Folklorico SDDC showcases this art with passion and heart by performing to the delight of the audience. This event was a moment that dancers\, their families\, and the community will treasure forever!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/celebracion-mexicana/
LOCATION:Shiley Theatre\, 5998 Alcala Park Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92110\, United States
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/2026-09-26/
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/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:La Jolla Playhouse\, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T190000
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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/2026-09-27/
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/2026-09-27/
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/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T220000
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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/2026-09-30/
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/2026-10-01/
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/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 1363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261002T193000
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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/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:La Jolla Playhouse\, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Blackbilled-e1790899740716.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T000912Z
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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/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:La Jolla Playhouse\, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Blackbilled-e1790899740716.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T220000
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/2026-10-03/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T213000
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CREATED:20261002T000912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T000912Z
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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/2026-10-04/
LOCATION:La Jolla Playhouse\, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T220000
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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/2026-10-04/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T220000
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/2026-10-06/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T220000
DTSTAMP:20261002T000912Z
CREATED:20261002T000912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T000912Z
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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/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:La Jolla Playhouse\, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Blackbilled-e1790899740716.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T220000
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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/2026-10-07/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T220000
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CREATED:20261002T000912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T000912Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T220000
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261009T220000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261009T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261009T220000
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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Blackbilled-e1790899740716.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T220000
DTSTAMP:20260911T033857Z
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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/2026-10-10/
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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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Blackbilled-e1790899740716.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T213000
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T220000
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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/BeginAgain-e1789097897899.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T220000
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/2026-10-13/
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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SUMMARY:San Diego International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:http://lis.cbw.mybluehost.me/website_e9a58134/socal-film-festivals/ \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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T220000
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/2026-10-14/
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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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
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SUMMARY:San Diego International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:http://lis.cbw.mybluehost.me/website_e9a58134/socal-film-festivals/ \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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socalspotlight.biz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/sdiff-2026-1.png
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