\u2018Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play\u2019<\/strong> \u2018Peter Pan and Tinker Bell: A Pirate\u2019s Christmas\u2019<\/strong> “The Dream of the Nineties\u201d photography exhibit<\/strong> Festival of Christmas:\u2018A Fargo Christmas\u2019<\/strong> The Casbah Presents Kate Bush Dance Party<\/strong> An evening with Denis Leary<\/strong> City Ballet\u2019s \u2018The Nutcracker\u2019<\/strong> Exhibition: Wonderlust \/ A Group Show<\/strong> The PettyBreakers with Fleetwood Max<\/strong> California Ballet Company presents \u2018The Nutcracker\u2019<\/strong> \u2018Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play\u2019<\/strong> Dave Koz 20th Anniversary Christmas Tour<\/strong> Ales N Rails Ugly Beer Tasting<\/strong> Ugly Sweater Gaslamp Pub Crawl<\/strong> Coronado Kayak Tour<\/strong> Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin<\/strong> Noel Noel<\/strong> Gaviotas de San Diego vs Reinado de Ontario<\/strong> \u2018Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play\u2019<\/strong> Motown The Musical<\/strong> \u2018Peter Pan & Tinkerbell: A Pirate\u2019s Christmas – A Lythgoe Family Panto\u2019<\/strong> Moonlight San Diego New Year\u2019s Eve Cruise<\/strong> Craft Beer New Year<\/strong> Gatsby\u2019s House SD NYE 2018<\/strong> Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin<\/strong> New Year\u2019s Eve Yacht Party<\/strong> 'Hamilton'<\/strong> FRIDAY, Dec. 1 \u2018Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play\u2019 The heartwarming holiday classic retold in the tradition of a live 1940\u2019s era radio broadcast. When a department store Santa claims he\u2019s the real Kris Kringle, his case gets taken all the way to the Supreme Court. Performances through Dec. 24. 8 p.m. […]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":726,"featured_media":239696,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"Downtown Calendar \u2013 December 2017","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"jnews_override_counter":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[11551,11552,11600],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-239695","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","category-opinion","category-sdnews"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/239695","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/726"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=239695"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/239695\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/239696"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=239695"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=239695"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=239695"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nThe heartwarming holiday classic retold in the tradition of a live 1940\u2019s era radio broadcast. When a department store Santa claims he\u2019s the real Kris Kringle, his case gets taken all the way to the Supreme Court. Performances through Dec. 24. 8 p.m. Horton Grand Theatre, 444 Fourth Ave. bit.ly\/2zSJsF3<\/a><\/p>\n
\nEnjoy a flying, singing, swashbuckling holiday adventure performed in the style of a British panto in San Diego. 7 p.m. Spreckels Theatre, 121 Broadway Suite 600. bit.ly\/2i5RZct<\/a><\/p>\nSATURDAY, Dec. 2<\/h3>\n
\nFeatures the work of nine San Diego photographers at the end of the 20th century, when artists were keenly aware of the emergence of digital media and the end of an analog era. 12-5 p.m. Downtown Central Library, 330 Park Blvd. bit.ly\/2AhSREZ<\/a><\/p>\n
\nLamb\u2019s Players Theatre has been celebrating its Festival of Christmas for 40 years and the annual Coronado tradition continues to deepen its roots. This year, resident playwright Kerry Meads brings fresh flair to the fest with “A Fargo Christmas,” filled with great music capturing the spirit of the season and a new narrative that also features plenty of onstage hilarity and joyous discoveries. 8 p.m. Lamb\u2019s Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Ave. lambsplayers.org<\/a><\/p>\nSUNDAY,\u00a0Dec. 3<\/h3>\n
\nThe Kate Bush cover band of your dreams has finally arrived! Baby Bushka is Natasha Kozaily, Shelbi Bennet, Dani Bell, Lexi Pulido, Nina Deering, Leah Bowden, Batya MacAdam-Somer and Nancy Elizabeth Ross. 7:30 p.m. The Casbah, 2501 Kettner Blvd. bit.ly\/2zTRlde<\/a><\/p>\nTUESDAY, Dec. 5<\/h3>\n
\n7-8:30 p.m. Downtown Central Library, 330 Park Blvd. bit.ly\/2kgd8VL<\/a><\/p>\nFRIDAY, Dec. 8<\/h3>\n
\nCity Ballet\u2019s 23rd annual Nutcracker returns to the historic Spreckels Theatre in downtown San Diego. This lavish production is fashioned after the choreography of the great Russian master Lev Ivanov who created the very first \u201cNutcracker\u201d more than 100 years ago. 7:30 p.m. Spreckels Theatre, 121 Broadway, Suite 600. bit.ly\/1TqD5HQ<\/a><\/p>\n
\n13 Southern California artists will exhibit artworks featuring places and cities across the globe. Discovery abounds in this exhibition as, not only will selected works transport viewers to exotic locales, but one-third of the featured artists are showing at Sparks Gallery for the first time. Free to attend but RSVP required. 12-7 p.m. Sparks Gallery, 530 Sixth Ave. bit.ly\/2zSkJk6<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u2018Runnin\u2019 Down A Dream \u2013 A Celebration of the Life and Music of Tom Petty.\u2019 Dinner packages available in house or with nearby Indigo Grill. 21 and up. 9 p.m. Music Box, 1337 India Street. bit.ly\/2Bncmcs<\/a><\/p>\nSATURDAY, Dec. 9<\/h3>\n
\nCalifornia Ballet’s glittering production leaps onto the stage of the San Diego Civic Theatre in America\u2019s favorite holiday tradition. Under the baton of music director John Stubbs, Tchaikovsky’s extravagant score comes to life with a cast of over 150. 7:30 p.m. Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave. bit.ly\/2zBX2bM<\/a><\/p>\nSUNDAY, Dec. 10<\/h3>\n
\nThe heartwarming holiday classic retold in the tradition of a live 1940\u2019s era radio broadcast. When a department store Santa claims he\u2019s the real Kris Kringle, his case gets taken all the way to the Supreme Court. Performances through Dec. 24. 2 p.m. Horton Grand Theatre, 444 Fourth Ave. bit.ly\/2zSJsF3<\/a><\/p>\nTHURSDAY, Dec. 14<\/h3>\n
\n8 p.m. Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave. bit.ly\/2Ai01JF<\/a><\/p>\nFRIDAY, Dec. 15<\/h3>\n
\nThe San Diego Model Railroad Museum knows that lurking in the depths of many people’s closets is a colorful, abundantly adorned, cheesy, and downright hideous holiday sweater which, were it not for Ales n\u2019 Rails Ugly Christmas Sweater Party, would probably never see the light of day. Beer lovers join us with your ugly Christmas sweater and hop aboard to combine some of your favorite things: Ales, Rails, and ugly Christmas sweaters. 6-9 p.m. San Diego Model Railroad Museum, 1649 El Prado. bit.ly\/2nm4ENY<\/a><\/p>\nSATURDAY, Dec. 16<\/h3>\n
\nDig deep into the back of your closet and bust out your ugliest holiday sweater, then be ready to spread some yuletide fun and cheer through the streets of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. Starting at the Commons Bar, this guided tour includes exclusive drink specials at each venue and complimentary VIP entry at every stop. Plus, you’ll be invited to a festive pub crawl after-party where you can dance the night away. 7 p.m. The Commons Bar, 901 Fourth Ave. bit.ly\/2AJSlka<\/a>.<\/p>\nSUNDAY, Dec. 17<\/h3>\n
\nKayak along San Diego Bay and explore the sights of the city in this leisurely guided tour that highlights the region’s renowned architecture, history and maritime culture. Along the way, you’ll enjoy views of Petco Park, the Embarcadero, the USS Midway, Naval Station North Island, the Silver Strand, the San Diego Convention Center, the Coronado Bridge and Glorietta Bay \u2014 all from the deck of your two-person, sit-on-top kayak. No previous kayaking experience is necessary for this fun and unique excursion that includes kayak rental, paddles, life vests and a paddle lesson. 1 p.m. Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 1st Street. bit.ly\/2j5K4N5<\/a><\/p>\nWEDNESDAY, Dec. 20<\/h3>\n
\nActor and international piano virtuoso Hershey Felder embodies the iconic Irving Berlin to bring you the musical story of an immigrant boy who gave a country its voice. From Czarist Russia to New York\u2019s Lower East Side, and then throughout the world, Berlin\u2019s life and music epitomizes the American Dream, and his songs capture his patriotic vision of our country. Experience the stories behind this songwriter\u2019s most popular and enduring work, including \u201cGod Bless America,\u201d \u201cThere\u2019s No Business Like Show Business,\u201d \u201cWhite Christmas,\u201d and more. Felder\u2019s signature creation of character and musical performance will astonish, move and delight. 7 p.m. The Lyceum Stage, 79 Horton Plaza. bit.ly\/2BBgQNS<\/a><\/p>\nFRIDAY, Dec. 22<\/h3>\n
\nHoliday traditions are what make the season special. For Southern California one of those holiday traditions is the San Diego Symphony\u2019s annual concert. \u201cNoel Noel: A City Lights Concert\u201d features classic holiday favorites, a joyous Christmas carol sing-along \u2013 and even a visit from ol\u2019 Saint Nick. Also performing under the baton of conductor Sameer Patel is the San Diego Master Chorale. 8 p.m. Jacobs Music Center\u2019s Copley Symphony Hall, 750 B Street. bit.ly\/2h013kc<\/a><\/p>\n
\nAmerican Hockey League on the ice. 7 p.m. Valley View Casino Center, 3500 Sports Arena Boulevard. bit.ly\/2BpiEbR<\/a><\/p>\nSUNDAY, Dec. 24<\/h3>\n
\nThe heartwarming holiday classic retold in the tradition of a live 1940\u2019s era radio broadcast. When a department store Santa claims he\u2019s the real Kris Kringle, his case gets taken all the way to the Supreme Court. Performances through Dec. 24. 2 p.m. Horton Grand Theatre, 444 Fourth Ave. bit.ly\/2zSJsF3<\/a><\/p>\nMONDAY, Dec. 25: CHRISTMAS<\/h3>\n
TUESDAY, Dec. 26<\/h3>\n
\nThe true American dream story of Motown founder Berry Gordy\u2019s journey from featherweight boxer to a heavyweight music mogul. He launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson and many more. Motown shattered barriers, shaped our lives and made us all move to the same beat. Enjoy classic songs such as \u201cMy Girl\u201d and \u201cAin\u2019t No Mountain High Enough,\u201d and experience the story behind the music in the record-breaking smash hits. Family friendly, but contains some strong language. 7 p.m. Broadway San Diego, 3666 Fourth Ave. bit.ly\/2zBLsNH<\/a><\/p>\nSATURDAY, Dec. 30<\/h3>\n
\nThis is a flying, singing and swashbuckling holiday adventure performed in the style of a British panto in San Diego. Step into the Balboa Theatre and embark on a wild quest with Tinker Bell, Wendy and Peter Pan, as they try to put a stop to the plot of some dastardly pirates who plan to kidnap Peter as a present to Captain Hook. Filled with big laughs, magic, dancers and contemporary songs by everyone from Taylor Swift to the Bee Gees, this family show has a little bit of something for everyone. 7 p.m. Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave. bit.ly\/2i5sqbg<\/a><\/p>\nSUNDAY, Dec. 31<\/h3>\n
\nSan Diego Nightlife presents sixth annual Moonlight San Diego NYE Cruise 2016 aboard the California Spirit, with three decks to mingle, open bar all cruise, complimentary tray-passed appetizers. Ring in 2018 aboard this $15 million luxury yacht with your significant other and your friends with breathtaking views of the San Diego skyline, San Diego Bay, Coronado Bridge, and more. Two DJs on two floors with two dance areas playing the hits of today with house and Top 40 and Hip-Hop. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. California Spirit Yacht, 990 N. Harbor Drive. bit.ly\/2AKqgZZ<\/a><\/p>\n
\nStone Brewing is hosting a New Year\u2019s Eve party. You\u2019ll get three drink tokens good for house wines and draft beer, one specialty glass of Cava Commemorative glassware, food stations with heavy appetizers and desserts, live band from 8:30\u201311:30 p.m., outside, weather permitting. DJ 11 p.m.\u20131 a.m. inside main dance hall; photo booth, Bocce Ball, Courtyard Corn Hole, Jenga, Connect 4, Ring Toss, Dominoes and more. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens, Liberty Station, 2816 Historic Decatur Rd. bit.ly\/2zTH7cI<\/a><\/p>\n
\nRing in 2018 at San Diego\u2019s Striders Ultra Lounge, the site of this year\u2019s \u201cGatsby\u2019s House\u201d New Year’s Eve bash. It\u2019s a stylish evening of dancing, drinking and partying that harkens back to the Roaring \u201920s. Local DJs spinning the latest tracks. There’ll be a four-hour open bar, two levels for mingling and one spectacular countdown. Come dressed in semi-formal attire, or go all out in F. Scott Fitzgerald-inspired finest \u2013 from bespoke suits to fringed shifts \u2013 and get ready to shake in the New Year. Flapper party favors and glow toys to help keep things fun, flashy and festive. Striders Ultra Lounge, 100 J St. bit.ly\/2zSn2Ur<\/a><\/p>\n
\nActor and international piano virtuoso Hershey Felder embodies the iconic Irving Berlin to bring you the musical story of an immigrant boy who gave a country its voice. From Czarist Russia to New York\u2019s Lower East Side, and then throughout the world, Berlin\u2019s life and music epitomizes the American Dream, and his songs capture his patriotic vision of our country. Experience the stories behind this songwriter\u2019s most popular and enduring work, including \u201cGod Bless America,\u201d \u201cThere\u2019s No Business Like Show Business,\u201d \u201cWhite Christmas,\u201d and more. Felder\u2019s signature creation of character and musical performance will astonish, move and delight. 2 and 7 p.m. The Lyceum Stage, 79 Horton Plaza. bit.ly\/2BBgQNS<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nCelebrate this New Year’s Eve on San Diego’s most elegant oversized luxury yacht, The Spirit of San Diego. This 500-capacity luxury yacht has three levels, outdoor decks, lounges and two dance floors. Two dance floors, scenic decks, champagne greeting, premium open bar all night, tray-passed appetizers, party favors. 9 p.m.\u201312:45 a.m. Spirit of San Diego Yacht, 990 N. Harbor Drive. bit.ly\/2Bpv17K<\/a><\/p>\nMONDAY, Jan. 1: NEW YEAR\u2019S DAY<\/h3>\n
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 3<\/h3>\n
\nWith book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler and musical direction and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, \u201cHamilton\u201d is based on Ron Chernow\u2019s biography of founding father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and was the new nation\u2019s first treasury secretary. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B, and Broadway, \u201cHamilton\u201d is the story of America then, as told by America now. Appropriate for ages 10 and up, since there is some strong language. 7-10 p.m. Presented by Broadway San Diego at San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave. bit.ly\/2zUoMwf\u00a0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"