KPBS Arts: Local Headlines

'Cruisin' Califas' Brings Lowrider Art To Oceanside Museum

Claire Caraska, Maureen Cavanaugh — Wed, 16 May 2012 09:05:36 -0700

A new exhibition at the Oceanside Museum of Art celebrates the art and artists of lowriding.

The Living Coast Discovery Center Opens New Exhibit

Beth Accomando, Maureen Cavanaugh, Katie Euphrat — Mon, 14 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700

The Chula Vista Nature Center changed its name to the Living Coast Discovery Center last month, and the first exhibit under the new moniker is Washed Ashore, which turns trash into art to call attention to ocean pollution.

Washed Ashore Project

Beth Accomando, Katie Euphrat — Fri, 11 May 2012 16:00:00 -0700

The Chula Vista Nature Center re-launched last month as the Living Coast Discovery Center. Its first exhibit under its new moniker is Washed Ashore: Plastics, Sea Life and Art. Take a tour of the exhibit with its creator. Listen to the radio feature or watch the video.

Review: 'Dark Shadows'

Beth Accomando — Fri, 11 May 2012 16:00:00 -0700

There was a time when a film directed by Tim Burton and starring Johnny Depp was cause for celebration but sadly those days are gone. Their latest collaboration, an adaptation of the cult TV show "Dark Shadows" (opening May 11 throughout San Diego), is in desperate need of a transfusion.

Weekend Preview: Surf Film Festival, Art Openings And Delta Spirit

Claire Caraska, Maureen Cavanaugh — Thu, 10 May 2012 09:17:21 -0700

From surf films to art openings to live music, there is no shortage of cultural offerings happening this weekend in San Diego.

Cultural Picks For The Month Of May

Alex Morales — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:59:05 -0700

You only live once, so discover something new. Culture Lust contributor Alex Morales shares her top 10 arts and culture picks for the month of May.

Orchestra Nova Goes Green With New 'Surf'-Inspired Work

Claire Caraska, Maureen Cavanaugh — Wed, 09 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700

Orchestra Nova celebrates Mother Nature in a new concert series, featuring Beethoven and the world premiere of Joseph Waters' commissioned piece, "Surf".

A Mother's Day Gift For 30-Somethings Trying To Get Pregnant

Megan Burke, Maureen Cavanaugh, Joanne Faryon, Claire Trageser — Mon, 07 May 2012 11:30:00 -0700

Just in time for Mother's Day, we'll debunk some myths about pregnancy after age 35. Author and Professor Jean Twenge says it's not as risky as you might think.

'I Am Not A Hipster'

Beth Accomando, Maureen Cavanaugh — Mon, 07 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700

"I Am Not A Hipster" was shot in San Diego by SDSU grads and focuses on the San Diego indie music scene. The film has its official San Diego premiere on Friday at 6pm and 9pm with a musical performance at 8pm at the Museum of Photographic Arts.

Review: 'Sound Of My Voice'

Beth Accomando — Sun, 06 May 2012 12:00:00 -0700

Brit Marling is a rare creature, a woman with a penchant for unconventional science fiction, and who works on both sides of the camera. Her latest film, "Sound of My Voice" (opened May 4 at Landmark's Hillcrest Cinemas), is a nice way to follow her film from last year, "Another Earth."

Review: 'The Avengers'

Beth Accomando — Sat, 05 May 2012 06:00:00 -0700

Marvel's epic plan of assembling "The Avengers" (opened May 4 throughout San Diego) has finally paid off. This is how you make a summer superhero movie.

Designing A Hit Restaurant

Angela Carone — Fri, 04 May 2012 07:42:21 -0700

Today’s foodie culture has everyone talking about food and where it comes from. But it’s not just the food that makes the dining experience special. It’s also the ambiance and design of a restaurant.

Re-Review: 'Re-Animator The Musical'

Beth Accomando — Thu, 03 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Some things just won't stay dead. Thankfully, "Re-Animator The Musical" (opening May 3 at the Hayworth Theater in LA) is one of them. It is reopening tonight for a 10-week run at the Hayworth Theater in LA before heading to New York and then heading to Scotland for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Both showcases could lead to further re-animation!

Guest Review: 'The Avengers'

Miguel Rodriguez, Guest Reviewer — Thu, 03 May 2012 06:00:00 -0700

Today at 11:00am Marvel has assembled a marathon of all the films leading up to the release of "The Avengers" (opening at 12:01am May 4 throughout San Diego) and with a special early screening of the eagerly awaited sequel. My self-confessed comic book fanboy guest blogger Miguel Rodriguez has this SPOILER free review.

'Ramp It Up' Brings Skateboarding To The Museum Of Man

Claire Caraska, Angela Carone, Maureen Cavanaugh — Wed, 02 May 2012 10:58:12 -0700

A new exhibition at the San Diego Museum of Man celebrates the vibrancy of Native American skateboarding culture.

Author Arthur Salm

Beth Accomando, Maureen Cavanaugh — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:00:00 -0700

Arthur Salm was the book review editor and columnist, as well as feature and arts writer, for the San Diego Union-Tribune for 20 years. But now he finds himself on the other side as his first book, a middle grader novel called Anyway, A Story About Me with 138 Footnotes, 27 Exaggerations, and 1 Plate of Spaghetti. It comes under the scrutiny of book reviewers.

Review: 'Third and Long'

Beth Accomando — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 13:01:33 -0700

Smart Screen presents the San Diego premiere of the made-for-TV documentary "Third and Long," about the history of black players in professional football, on Sunday at 4:00pm at the UltraStar Mission Valley Cinemas at Hazard Center.

Profile: San Diego Webcomics

Beth Accomando, Katie Euphrat — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:50:12 -0700

San Diego artists Paul Horn and Rebecca Hicks describe themselves as cartoonists. Hicks is the creator of "Little Vampires." Check out the video.

Controversial 'Scottsboro Boys' At Old Globe

Angela Carone — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 06:00:00 -0700

"The Scottsboro Boys" may be the most controversial musical you'll see in San Diego all year.

Weekend Preview: 'Scottsboro Boys', 'Barber Of Seville' And Mark Morris Dance Group

Claire Caraska — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:46:23 -0700

Big things are happening on San Diego stages this weekend, from two opening musicals to one closing opera, plus modern dance and classical music.