Entertainment IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS Dec. 13-23. If a Christmas card can come to life, it would sound like White Christmas by the San Diego Musical Theatre. Based on the movie of the same name, this enchanting musical has all the beloved holiday songs of the season. Birch North Park Theatre, 2891 University Ave., North Park, 619.231.5714. Map N18 BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL Jan. 18-19, 8 p.m. See a genius of our time as the San Diego Symphony presents two electrifying performances by Broadway vocalist and Tony Award-winner, Brian Stokes Mitchell. You’ll know his work from Ragtime, Kiss Me Kate, Kiss of the Spider Woman and Man of La Mancha. Copley Symphony Hall, 1245 Seventh Ave., downtown, 619.235.0804. Map P16 GEM OF THE OCEAN Jan. 24–Feb. 24. Set in 1904, Gem of the Ocean by the Cygnet Theatre Company examines the African-American experience in the 20th century for history and cultural buffs alike. Old Town Theatre, 4040 Twiggs Street, Old Town, 619.337.1525. Map M13
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AN AMERICAN CHRISTMAS Dec. 17-26. Plan for a true feast at this delectable five-course holiday meal, in a unique setting of festive dance and song presented by Lamb’s Players Theatre. Guests are encouraged to dress up for the occasion. Hotel Del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado, 619.435.6611. Map L10 WHEN LAST WE FLEW Through Dec. 9. Get inspired by this stage performance of a life out of the ordinary, through the eyes of a teen living in small town America. Diversionary Theatre, 4545 Park Blvd., University Heights, 619.220.0097. Map M17 PYGMALION Jan. 12-Feb. 17. Don’t miss Pygmalion, George Bernard Shaw’s play that spurred My Fair Lady. See the original live on stage at the Old Globe. 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park, 619.234.5623. Map O17 YOSHIMI BATTLES THE PINK ROBOTS Through Dec. 16. A must-see by La Jolla Playhouse Director Emeritus and Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff (of Jersey Boys fame), this world-premiere musical showcases a 14-foot robot puppet, dancers in “glowing” LED costumes and projections for an out-of-this-world, futuristic performance. La Jolla Playhouse, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla, 858.550.1010. Map T20 THE SECOND CITY’S LAUGHING MATTERS TOUR March 20-23. Legendary sketch comedy group, the Second City, returns with their Laughing Matters Tour featuring the best improvisations, sketches and songs from the company’s 53-year history. La Jolla Playhouse, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla, 858.550.1010. Map T20 SHAKESPEARE II Jan. 19. Aspiring teen Shakespearians can attend this class by North Coast Rep that takes an advanced look at Shakespeare’s language and characters. North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, 858.481.1055. Map W22 PINKALICIOUS Dec. 7-16. A fun show for kids and kids at heart, Pinkalicious is the story of a girl who eats one too many pink cupcakes and ultimately turns pink from head to toe. Great idea until her hue goes too far. North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, 858.481.1055. Map W22 ALADDIN JR. Jan. 24-27. See this famous Disney story come to life as a cast of more than 50 kids from Star Repertory Theatre takes the stage for Aladdin Jr. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, 800.988.4253. Map B3
Music + Dance DON JUAN Feb. 14, Feb. 16-17. Romantic and compelling, see the San Diego Ballet’s rendition of Byron’s epic poem classic on stage. Lyceum Theatre, 79 Horton Plaza, downtown, 619.544.1000. Map Q16
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