The grinch is baaack! Musical performances of Dr. Seuss' 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas,' matinees and evenings, Nov. 21-Dec. 27 at the Old Globe Theatre in Balboa Park. Tickets are $20-$79 at (619) 23-GLOBE or www.theoldglobe.org.
'Mousetrap' Agatha Christie's drama is presented by the students of La Jolla High School, 7 p.m. Nov. 19-21, Parker Auditorium, 750 Nautilus Drive, La Jolla. $8-$5. (858) 454-3081, ext. 4402. The cast, from left: Michael Blake, Roland Thesis, Kathyrne Penny, Elisa Brooks, Marina Oliver, Brandon Milove, Sara Pheleps and Jarrod Kerr.
KEVA PLANKS are building blocks that foster the imagination and defy gravity. They're available for play at the 2,300-square-foot interactive 'Block Busters!' opening Nov. 21 at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park. A 'Tallest Tower Tournament' will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 21 for ages 8-13. (619) 238-1233, www.rhfleet.org.
Greenhouse tours will be free to the public at 11 a.m. and 1:30 and 3 p.m. Nov. 21-22 at Weidners Gardens, 695 Normandy Road, Encinitas. Staff will provide tips and poinsettia demonstrations. (760) 436-5326.
'A one woman show: wave, song and dance,' by La Jolla artist Katherine Shyu Keeling, runs through November at the La Jolla Library, 7555 Draper Ave. Keeling was trained at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and the International School of Art in Italy. (858) 552-1657.
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES "Automatic Cities." The architectural imagery in contemporary art is explored along with the many influences of architecture on contemporary art production. Through Jan. 31, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, 700 Prospect St., La Jolla. (858) 454-3541, www.mcasd.org. "From Riflemen to Freshmen," the first of several exhibits of historic photographs, documents and other materials from the UCSD Archives that document the World War II military activities, personnel and facilities on portions of campus land. Through Jan. 3, Mandeville Special Collections Library, Geisel Library. (858) 534-0667, ddavies@ucsd.edu.
"Darwin: Evolution/Revolution" features the broadest collection ever assembled of specimens, artifacts, original manuscripts and memorabilia related to Charles Darwin. San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park, through Feb. 28. Tickets $12-$16. (619) 232-3821, www.sdnhm.org. "American Artists from the Russian Empire" features sculptures and paintings by artists working in America during the postwar period, among them Mark Rothko, Jules Olitsky and Ben Shahn. Through Jan. 17, San Diego Museum of Art, 1450 El Prado in Balboa Park, $4.50-$12. (619) 232-7931, www.sdmart.org.
"Five Dynasties of Chinese Pottery." This exhibit traces Chinese pottery from its beginnings to its elite art form, 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 21, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Extension, 328 J St., San Diego. (619) 338-9888, www.sdchm.org.
CONCERTS Haydn Seek. A lighthearted look at "Papa" Haydn with his humorous "Farewell Symphony," 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20, St. Paul's Cathedral, downtown San Diego; 8 p.m. Nov. 21, Irwin M. Jacobs Qualcomm Hall, Sorrento Valley; 7:30 p.m. Nov. 23, Sherwood Auditorium, La Jolla. (858) 350-0290, www.orchestranova.org.
SD Symphony. Barber: Violin Concerto and Mahler: Das Lied von der Erde, 8 p.m. Nov. 20-21, 2 p.m. Nov. 22. Copley Symphony Hall, 750 B St., San Diego. (619) 235-0804, www.sandiego symphony.com.
Musica ad Rhenum. Early Music Society presents Amsterdam-based group performing Baroque music, 8 p.m. Nov. 20. St. James-by-the-Sea, 743 Prospect, La Jolla. (619) 291-8246, sdems@sdems.org. La Jolla Symphony Chorus presents the latest in its Sacred Voices Series, "The Mass Project," at 7 p.m. Nov. 21 at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral in Hillcrest and 4 p.m. Nov. 22 at Carlsbad Community Church, 3175 Harding, Carlsbad. The performances feature the 130-voice chorus, a new a cappella ensemble, "Soliphony," and special guest Jared Jacobson on organ. Tickets $18-$10 at the door. (858) 534-4637.
THEATER & FILM "Bonnie & Clyde." The La Jolla Playhouse hosts the world-premiere musical featuring music by Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Tony Award-winner Don Black and direction by Jeff Calhoun, through Dec. 20, Mandell Weiss Theatre, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. (858) 550-1010, lajollaplayhouse. org.
"Two Gentleman of Verona." Bawdy bandits, cross-dressing and a "sourest-natured" dog named Crab make this one of Shakespeare's most memorable comedies. Presented by USD students through Nov. 22, Globe's Arena Stage, Copley Auditorium. Tickets $8-$19. (619) 234-5623, www.theoldglobe.org.
"The Seafarer" runs through Dec. 13 at San Diego Repertory Theatre, Lyceum Theater, Horton Plaza. Tickets: $18-$47. It's Christmas Eve, which for four old friends means heading to a hideaway for their regular poker game. Festival moods, hidden agendas and too many drinks boil over into a caldron of tension that becomes even more unpredictable when a supernatural element enters the equation. (619) 544-1000, www.sdrep.org.
"Beatrice the Butterfly." Adapted for the stage by Matt Thompson, theater school director, North Coast Rep. 12:30 and 5 p.m. Nov. 20 and 2 and 5 p.m. Nov. 21-22, 987 Lomas Santa Fe, Suite D, Solana Beach. Tickets $9-$12. (858) 481-1055, www.NorthCoastRep.org.
"Holiday Memories," based on short stories by Truman Capote, tells the tale of an unlikely relationship between a 7-year-old boy and his elderly cousin, Miss Sook, in 1932. 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, through Dec. 12. Legler Benbough Theatre, Alliant International University, Avenue of Nations, Scripps Ranch. $18-$20. (858) 578-7728, Scrippsranchtheatre.org.
"Country Mouse City Mouse." 10 and 11 a.m. Nov. 19-20, 11 a.m. and 1 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 21-22, Mary Hitchcock Puppet Theater, 2130 Pan American Place, Balboa Park. (619) 544-9203, www.balboaparkpuppets.com.
"Hansel and Gretel," from the Lyric Opera of San Diego, featuring the children of the Lyric Opera Academy, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19 and 21 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 22. Birch North Park Theater, 2891 University Ave., San Diego. (619) 231-5714.
"Into the Woods." Presented by San Diego State University, 8 p.m. Nov. 19-21 and 2 p.m. Nov. 21, Don Powell Theatre. Tickets $13-$15. (619) 594-6884.
"The 1940s Radio Hour." A New York radio station takes to the air at the beginning of World War II for the troops overseas, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19-21 and 2 p.m. Nov. 21-22, MiraCosta College Theater, 1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside. $8-$12. (760) 216-7858.
ODDS & ENDS Canned food drive. Benefits HAND UP Youth Food Pantry, Nov. 19-23 at Sammy's Woodfired Pizza locations. Donate nonperishable items for a coupon for one free giant Messy Sundae dessert. www.sammyspizza.com.
Author visits. Steve Chapple on his novel "A Life of Adventure Writing," 4 p.m. Nov. 21, and photographer Mike Torrey on "Stone Offerings: The Wonders of Machu Picchu," 3 p.m. Nov. 22, both at the La Jolla Riford Library, 7555 Draper. (858) 552-1657.
Father Joe's Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K Run/Walk. 8 to 11 a.m. Nov. 26, 1549 El Prado. (619) 446-2119, ryan.pocock@neighbor.org.
Light the Night Walk. Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's 11th annual walk to raise money for those battling blood cancers, 5 p.m. Nov. 20, Qualcomm Stadium, 9449 Friars Road, San Diego. (858) 277-1800, www.lightthenight.org/sd.
Orchid Festival. Geared to educate attendees on orchid care, as well as showcase a variety of orchids, $6-$12. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 21, San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas. (760) 436-3036, ext. 206, www.qbgardens.org.
50th Anniversary Block Party. San Diego Chargers will take over the Gaslamp Quarter to make the largest tailgate party of the year filled with live entertainment, interactive games, celebrity and player appearances, and more, 5 to 11 p.m. Nov. 27, $35. Between Island and J streets. www.chargers.com.
Alternative-Giving Christmas Fair. Hosted by Torrey Pines Christian Church, to inform about 10 charities. 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Nov. 22, 8320 La Jolla Scenic Drive N., La Jolla. (858) 623-0482.
"The Supper Club." Gala dinner and concert to benefit the Congregational Church of La Jolla, 7 to 9 p.m. Nov. 21, 1216 Cave St. $25. (858) 459-5045.
Art sale. "Unframed," show/sale of original works by artists from the Athenaeum School of the Arts, San Diego Studio, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 21, 4441 Park, San Diego. Refreshments. (619) 818-8734.
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