Here are some of the best things to do this weekend in San Diego from Thursday, Nov. 9 to Sunday, Nov. 12.
Thursday
San Diego Asian Film Festival: This is the final weekend for the San Diego Asian Film Festival. There will be three films shown tonight, followed by a gala at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. On Saturday, multiple films are showing throughout the day and evening, including a special presentation of a rediscovered 1914 silent film, “The Oat of the Sword.” The festival will close with a showing of “Mustache,” with a filmmaker Q&A. Various locations, including the San Diego Natural History Museum and Regal Edwards Mira Mesa. Screening tickets start at $12. Passes are available starting at $215. sdaff.org
“Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde”: North Coast Repertory Theatre presents Jeffrey Hatcher’s stage adaptation of the Robert Louis Stevenson horror novel about the evil that lies within all men. 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays. Through Nov. 19. $49-$74. 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach. (858) 481-1055, northcoastrep.org
“The Little Fellow (or — The Queen of Tarts Tells All)”: Cygnet Theatre presents the world premiere of Kate Hamill’s play about the real-life Regency-era English courtesan and blackmailer whose memoir exposed her famous Regency-era lovers. 7 p.m. Wednesdays-Saturdays; 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Through Nov. 19. 4040 Twiggs St., Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. $27 and up. (619) 337-1525. cygnettheatre.com
Free series on Oaxacan culture: The Oceanside Public Library hosts a free series of family-friendly workshops and events this month and in December celebrating Oaxacan culture, “Creando Memorias en Oceanside.” An Origin Story Art Workshop is from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Crown Heights Community Resource Center, led by Oceanside artist and muralist Sandra Carmona, who will guide attendees as they create artwork. Visit oceansidelibrary.org.
Friday
“Mamma Mia!” Broadway San Diego presents the national touring production of this ABBA jukebox musical set on a Greek island where a young bride raised by a single mom searches for her birth father so he can walk her down the aisle. 8 p.m. Friday; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday; 1 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., Downtown. $39-$169. broadwaysd.com
World Ballet Series’ “Cinderella”: A multinational cast of 40 dancers will perform this romantic fairy tale set to music by Sergei Prokofiev and choreography by Marina Kesler. 7 p.m. Friday at California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd.. $39 and up; and at 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday at the Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave., San Diego. $31 and up. worldballetseries.com
Fleet Week: At Broadway Pier, families and individuals can visit an Innovation Zone Friday, and tour U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard ships throughout the weekend. On Sunday, there will be a Veterans Day boat parade starting at 9:30 a.m. and a concert at Broadway Pier at 2 p.m. Broadway Pier, 1000 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego. fleetweeksandiego.org
Mezzo-soprano Lea Desandre and lute master Thomas Dunford will perform Nov. 10 with San Diego Early Music Society at All Souls’ Episcopal Church in Point Loma.
(Courtesy of Julien Benhamou)
Dunford and Desandre in Point Loma: San Diego Early Music Society presents Lute master Thomas Dunford and mezzo-soprano Lea Desandre performed in San Diego last year with the Jupiter Ensemble. The duo will now highlight 17th century Italian composers. 7:30 p.m. Friday . All Souls’ Episcopal Church, 1475 Catalina Blvd., Point Loma. $10-$50. (619) 291-8246, sdems.org
“El Alebrije”: A Step Beyond youth ballet presents this whimsical Mexican adaptation of “The Nutcracker” set not at a Christmas party but a girl’s quinceanera celebration, featuring Mariachi Champana Nevin’s recording of Tchaikovksy’s score. 7 p.m. Friday; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. $12-$15. a-step-beyond.ticketleap.com
Katelyn Slater, left, Chris Braden, Marley Bauer and Melanie Mino in Scripps Ranch Theatre’s “The 39 Steps.”
(Courtesy of Ken Jacques)
‘The 39 Steps’ in Scripps Ranch: Scripps Ranch Theatre presents Patrick Barlow’s comedic take on Alfred Hitchcock’s 1935 murder-mystery-thriller film performed by just four actors in 90 minutes. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Through Nov. 19. Legler Benbough Theatre at Alliant University, 9783 Avenue of Nations, San Diego. $29-$49. (858) 395-0573, scrippsranchtheatre.org
“Tuesdays With Morrie”: Trinity Theatre Company presents Jeffrey Hatcher’s stage adaptation of Mitch Albom’s autobiographical story of his life-changing friendship with his old professor who is battling Lou Gehrig’s disease. Opens Friday and runs through Nov. 19. Showtimes, 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Trinity Theatre, Mission Valley Center shopping center, 1640 Camino Del Rio North, Suite 129, San Diego. $25. trinityttc.org
“Jane: A Ghost Story”: Lamb’s Players Theatre presents David McFadzean’s spooky stage adaptation of Charlotte Bronte’s novel “Jane Eyre” about a lonely governess on the English moors. 7 p.m. Friday; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Lamb’s Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Ave., Coronado. $28-$82. (619) 437-6000, lambsplayers.org
“Man and Moon”: Moxie Theatre presents Siena Marilyn Ledger’s play about two people who meet in an oncology waiting room: a transitioning man with breast cancer and a 12-year-old girl whose mom is in treatment. Opens Friday and runs through Dec. 3. Showtimes, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Moxie Theatre, 6663 El Cajon Blvd., Ste. N, Rolando. $25-$50. (858) 598-7620, moxietheatre.com
Saturday
A Very Furry Christmas: The holiday season opens this weekend at Sesame Place with “A Very Furry Christmas” and includes themed shows, attractions and entertainments on select dates. Highlights include the “Elmo’s Christmas Wish” show, Cookie Claus, Furry Friends Christmas Dance Party and The Sesame Street Christmas Parade. See dates and full schedule online. Sesame Place, 2052 Entertainment Circle, Chula Vista. Included with park admission, which starts at $67.99. sesameplacesandiego.com
Belmont Park’s Winter Wonder: The fifth annual event at the beachside amusement park returns Saturday featuring festive rides and attractions, including the Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, Tiki Wonderland Mini Golf and Candy Cane Lanes Go Karts. Highlights include hundreds of twinkling lights, carolers, oversized winter sculptures and seasonal characters throughout the park. 3146 Mission Blvd. Tickets and passes are at belmontpark.com
Interfaith Veterans Day/Thanksgiving Concert: San Diego Jewish Men’s Choir and San Diego Saint’s Choir present this California Festival concert with new works by Ruth Hertz Weber and Biran Gardner. 7 p.m. Saturday. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4195 Camino del Rio South, San Diego. sdjmc.org
“Contemporary Art: Folklore, Fakelore, Personal Myths & Narratives”: Bonita Museum & Cultural Center is presenting this juried exhibition of works. Artists’ reception, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturday. Runs through Dec. 2. 4355 Bonita Road, Bonita. bonitahistoricalsociety.org
Luiseno storytelling at lagoon: Batiquitos Lagoon will host a presentation titled “First People” given by Luiseno educator and storyteller Cathleen Chilcote Wallace, who will present stories of the Native Luiseno and Kumeyaay people. This free, family event is for adults and children, age 6 and older. 10 a.m. Saturday. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane. Registration is required at batiquitoslagoon.org.
Sunday
Taste of University Heights: The University Heights Art Association combines two community events, the UH Arts Open tour and the Taste of University Heights, into a one-ticket, one-day event this Sunday. A free map will be provided to visit artists studios from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For $35, visitors can also purchase a tasting ticket for a self-guided tour of participating food and drink establishments in the community from noon to 3 p.m. For tickets and map pickup details, call (619) (619) 508-4075, uharts.org.
A marketing poster for La Jolla Playhouse’s upcoming production of “Babbitt,” starring two-time Tony-winner Matthew Broderick.
(Courtesy of La Jolla Playhouse)
“Babbitt”: Matthew Broderick stars in Joe DiPietro’s world premiere stage adaptation of Sinclair Lewis’ 1922 novel about a successful American businessman who decides to buck the status quo. Opens Sunday and runs through Dec. 10. Showtimes, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; 8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays. La Jolla Playhouse,s Mandell Weiss Theatre, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. $25-$109. (858) 550-1010, lajollaplayhouse.org
San Diego Veterans Day Parade: The Veterans Day Parade features bands, floats, ceremonial vehicles and marching units from veterans organizations, military commands, local businesses and community service and civic groups with San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria as lead grand marshal. 11 a.m. Sunday. Harbor Drive along San Diego Bay, between the County Administration Center and the USS Midway Museum. sdvetparade.org
“Musical Odyssey”: San Diego Music Society co-presents cellist Paul Tseng & pianist Dan Yu performing works by Bach, Borodin, Faure, Dvorak and Brahms. 3 p.m. Sunday. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. $25-$55. (800) 988-4253, artcenter.org
“DanceLand”: Playwright/composer Tyler Tafolla presents his new sci-fi dance musical about a young hero taking on a tyrant who reigns the dream world with a robot army. Show features 20 dancers, the work of several choreographers and pre-recorded vocals by local singers. 8 p.m. Sunday and Nov. 18 and 19. City Heights Performance Annex, 3795 Fairmount Ave., San Diego. Tickets are free but must be reserved at tylertafolla.com