May 30 @ 7:30 pm | Lawrence Family JCC

Audiences of all ages will groove to Nissim Black, an American-Israeli Rapper/Singer whose music spans genres from Rap to Pop to World music. His YouTube videos have garnered over 26 million views worldwide. Nissim Black’s music is a heart reviver – it spreads positivity, inspires, and brings communities together.

June 4 @ 7:30pm | Balboa Theatre, San Diego

Before he was an Emmy-winning TV star, Mandy Patinkin was already a Tony-winning Broadway legend. Mandy Patinkin in Concert: BEING ALIVE, presents the acclaimed actor / singer / storyteller in his most electrifying role: concert performer. “Mandy Patinkin is in the business of showstopping,” raves The New Yorker, and that’s exactly what he does in this powerful, passionate evening of song. BEING ALIVE is a collection of many of Mandy’s favorite Broadway and classic American tunes. From Irving Berlin to Stephen Sondheim, from Cole Porter to Harry Chapin, Mandy Patinkin takes you on a dazzling musical journey you’ll never forget.

June 10 @ 7:30pm | The Old Globe’s Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre

Written & directed by: Pepe Stepensky, David Chait, Robert Moutal, Sore Gordon, Monica Bauer-Federman & Yael Yaffe

A captivating original story that showcases the unique dynamics of a company putting on a show. From directors to ushers, actors to stars and former stars, agents to technical personnel. When unexpected mishaps throw the performance off-script, audiences are in for a delightful surprise!

June 13 @ 9:00pm | The Old Globe’s Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre

Written & directed by: Pepe Stepensky, David Chait, Robert Moutal, Sore Gordon, Monica Bauer-Federman & Yael Yaffe

A captivating original story that showcases the unique dynamics of a company putting on a show. From directors to ushers, actors to stars and former stars, agents to technical personnel. When unexpected mishaps throw the performance off-script, audiences are in for a delightful surprise!

June 18 @ 7:30pm | Lawrence Family JCC

Honoring Sara Brown, Debbie Kornberg, Vered Libstein, Rabbi Devorah Marcus, Bev Pamensky, and Dr. Barbara Parker.

“A woman of valor, who shall find?”

In this festival mainstay we honor the lives of six San Diego area Jewish women through words, music and images. Come hear their stories and leave uplifted and inspired.

Directed by Ali Viterbi Written by Sarah Price Keating, Becca Myers, Todd Salovey, and Ali Viterbi

June 20 @ 6:00pm | UCSD Hillel

An evening of food, entertainment, and learning as playwright Ali Viterbi explores the Italian Jewish experience. Enjoy a delicious meal by award-winning chef Benedetta Jasmine Guetta (Cooking Alla Giuda). Dive into Italian Jewish history, personal narratives, and fiction, accompanied by poetry readings by renowned writer and Holocaust Survivor Primo Levi and excerpts from Viterbi’s play In Every Generation, performed by acclaimed actors Beatrice Basso and Marco Barricelli.

June 23 @ 2pm | Leichtag Commons, Encinitas

Honoring Sara Brown, Debbie Kornberg, Vered Libstein, Rabbi Devorah Marcus, Bev Pamensky, and Dr. Barbara Parker.

“A woman of valor, who shall find?”

In this festival mainstay we honor the lives of six San Diego area Jewish women through words, music and images. Come hear their stories and leave uplifted and inspired.

Directed by Ali Viterbi Written by Sarah Price Keating, Becca Myers, Todd Salovey, and Ali Viterbi

June 24 @ 7:30pm | Lawrence Family JCC

A hilarious evening of comedy benefiting the Koby Mandell Foundation, emceed be Avi Liberman. Born in Israel, raised in Texas, and now living in Los Angeles, Avi has performed stand-up on CBS’s Late Late Show and with Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, and Make Me Laugh. Also featuring Los Angeles comics Bob Zany and Kira Soltanovich.

June 25 @ 7:30pm | Lawrence Family JCC

A community wide musical concert that captures the many aspects of refuah (healing). An unforgettable evening showcasing the exceptional talents of San Diego’s finest performers, who will channel the power of music, dance, and poetry to uplift the soul. Prepare to be moved by beloved community favorites Heidi Gantwerk, Zeji Ozeri, LITVAK Dance Company, Yale Strom, Elizabeth Schwartz, and more.

June 27 @ 7:30pm | First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego

The 23rd celebration of Jewish music delves into the intricate tapestry of klezmer music, drawing from Middle Eastern folk melodies resonating in bustling shuks (marketplaces). These echoes inspired musicians across Eastern Europe. Arabic, Sephardic, Hebrew, and Yiddish songs intertwine, showcasing the profound impact of Middle Eastern modes and rhythms. Special guests Jamie Papish (percussion) and Amos Hoffman (oud) join Hot Pstromi featuring Yale Strom, Elizabeth Schwartz, Gunnar Biggs, Fred Benedetti, and Tripp Sprague.

June 30th @ 5pm | Coastal Roots Farm, Encinitas

Join Coastal Roots Farm and JFest for a night of original eco-theater, dance, and music by brilliant, forward-thinking artists. Earth-based Jewish wisdom will ground the night. In this era of ecological crisis, art can light our way and help us act with renewed joy, hope, and determination. That’s our goal for this outdoor Fest. Plus, a great Farm after-party!