February 19, 1999
by Berenice Cisneros
"Performance About Friendship"
The San Diego Junior Theatre presents "Henry and Ramona," at the Casa del Prado Theatre in Balboa Park from Feb. 26 - March 14.
Because we often take for granted the struggles that are endured by kids during those pre-teen years, "Henry and Ramona" are a great example of the many lessons we learn in life and the strength of friendship.
Show times are Fridays at 7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Admission prices are $5 - $7 for seniors and children under the age of 12, $7 - $9 for adults. Please call the box office at 239-8355 for ticket purchases and availability.
New Production of Mozart
Mozart's bittersweet comedy Cosí fan tutte, containing some of the most beautiful music the composer ever wrote, returns to the San Diego Opera stage on Saturday, March 6, 1999. This new production, is set in a beach resort reminiscent of the Hotel Del Coronado prior to World War I.
Performances are Sat., March 6 at 7 p.m.; Tues., March 9 at 7 p.m.; Fri., March 12 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, March 14 at 2 p.m.; and Wed., March 17 at 7 p.m. Subscriptions can be ordered by calling at 232-7636. Single tickets are now on sale and can be purchased by calling 570-1100.
Racial Hate Crime Film
The Miramar College Evening With the Experts Series kicks off the spring offerings on Friday, Feb. 26 at 6:30 with a startling film presentation, "Letters to Thien".
The documentary, presented in person by its producers, shares the shocking story of the life and death of a 24-year old Asian male, Minh Ly, who, two years ago on the grounds of Tustin High School, was tragically victimized by racial hate crime. The 55-minute video tells the story of Thien's life through the memories of friends and relatives. Thien was a recent graduate from UCLA and Georgetown University and was considering attending law school when his life was abruptly taken from him.
"Letters to Thien" examines in intimate detail how Thien's life and death continues to affect the members of his community and the damage crimes of hate inflict in our society. These combined stories are presented with the hopeful intention of creating an environment where the intolerance that fuels this nation's hate campaign becomes unacceptable. This presentation is held in lecture hall I-101 and is free. Miramar College is located at 10440 Black Mountain Road, just west of I-15. For more information, contact the Miramar College Public Information Office at 536-7876.
"Moonlight At The Avo"
Moonlight Amphiteatre's concludes the 1998-99 Winter Season with a play that deals with love, loss, and the reaffirmation of life. "To Gillian on Her 37th Birthday" will be presented at the Avo Playhouse, located at 303 East Vista Way, on March 4 through 21.
Performances of "To Gillian" are Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Ticket prices are $16 for adults, $15 for seniors and students, and $10 for juniors (16 and under). Tickets are available in advance at the VisTix Ticket Office (651 East Vista Way, Vista) at (760) 724-2110.
"Come Blow Your Horn"
In an outrageous, cornucopia of fun and laughter set against a retro 60's backdrop, The North Coast Repertory Theatre proudly presents Neil Simon's classic comedy "Come Blow Your Horn", opening Feb. 27, and runs through April 11, 1999.
Neil Simon's first Broadway hit is a memento from a different era—a blast from the past when a bachelor was a bachelor and had a certain lifestyle to maintain. He had to keep up with a steady streak of martinis and romantic mood albums to play on the hi-fi. In his mind, women would enter his domain and fall prey to its romance. Call 481-1055 for reservations or additional information.
"Shamanistic Healing"
Many medical experts contend that the mind is the most powerful healing tool we have. Dr. Richard Seigle, MD, a UCLA trained physician who earned his Medical Degree from the University of Southern California, integrates mind, body and spirit in his medical practice by using a diversity of native healing principles.
"Using Shamanistic Healing in My Medical Practice," a lecture given by Dr. Seigle at the San Diego Museum of Man on Thursday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. will explore Western medicine's increasing interest in native healing techniques, which look at the whole person in the context of their surroundings. Dr. Seigle will discuss how he confronts the limitations of modern medicine. The lecture will be held at the museum's Gill Auditorium and costs $5 for members and $7 for non-members. For more information, please call 239-2001.
"Noise At The Library"
San Diego New Music and The Athenaeum are pleased to announce the return of "Noise at the Library." For the second installment, composer/bass guitarist/percussionist Art Jarvinen's innovative Los Angeles quartet, Some Over History, will make its San Diego debut on Sunday, Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. at The Athenaeum in La Jolla. Ticket prices are $14 for members, $15 for the public. Call (619) 454-5872 to order tickets.
Music of Africa
An evening of music reflecting the colorful cultural diversity of Africa will be showcased when the African Troubadours take the stage at 8 p.m. Feb. 26 in Mandeville Auditorium at the University of California, San Diego.
The presentation will include individual performances by the three troubadours, and ad lib and occasional loosely structured collaboration throughout and a grand finale combining their styles and talents. Tickets for the Troubadours are $17 general admission, $15 for faculty, staff and senior citizens, and $12 for students. Tickets are available at the UCSD Box Office, 534-8497, and at Ticketmaster outlets at 220-8497. Visit our website, http://ueo.ucsd.edu, or call the UCSD University Events Office at 534-4090.
Ancient Colombian Art
An exhibition of rare artworks from pre-Hispanic Colombia, SHAMANS, GODS AND MYTHIC BEASTS - Colombian Gold and Ceramics in Antiquity, opened January 31 and will run through April 11, 1999 at Mingei International Museum in Bal-boa Park.
The first major international exhibition to focus on important ceramic sculpture and related gold works from ancient Colombia, the legendary El Dorado, it provides an opportunity to see works from heretofore-undocumented cultures dating from the first millenium BC.
The Museum, located at 1439 El Prado, is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10-4 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children 6-17 and students with ID. For additional information, call 619-239-0003.
"Bear in The Big Blue House"
Disney Channel and Cox Communications invite San Diego-area kids and families to a special live event starring the cluddly and charismatic Bear from Disney Channel's Emmy Award-nominated Bear in The Big Blue House at Westfield Shoppingtown, North County Fair located in Escondido, Ca., on Feb. 26, 27 and 28.
Families will have the opportunity to visit a replica of the Big Blue House, where they can sing, dance and play with Bear and his friends: the mischievous otters Pip and Pop; Tutter the industrious mouse; the highly excitable lemur Treelo; and Ojo, the imaginative little girl bear; and, of course, enjoy special visits with Shadow and Luna.
The 15-minute life show will be performed daily at 1 p.m., 3 p.m., and 5 p.m. Local residents may call (760) 489-2332 for event information.
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