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loyalty, and desire to the test. Directed by Shana Wride, this fast-paced comedy promises scandal behind closed doors and plenty of laughs as matters of the heart become anything but simple. northcoastrep.org Que Bonito Amor & Mambomania October 30-31 e San Diego Museum of Art San Diego Ballet celebrates Día de los Muertos and the vibrant spirit of Latin music and dance with two audience favorites by Artistic Director Javier Velasco. Que Bonito Amor pairs classical ballet with the romance and joyful traditions of mariachi music, while the exuberant Mambomania draws on the mambo rhythms of Velasco's childhood. Together, the works offer a spirited celebration of culture, community, and movement through San Diego Ballet's distinctive blend of classical technique and Latin influences. sandiegoballet.org Hold Back the Night rough November 15 Madison Gallery Madison Gallery presents a new body of work by French artist Cèdrix Crespel exploring connection, intimacy, and the moment the emotional landscape between two people expands into the physical world. Nocturnal skies, distant horizons, and illuminated terrain enter into dialogue with Crespel's feminine figures, blurring boundaries between body and nature, interior and exterior, presence and distance. An opening reception will be held October 10 from 5-8pm at the gallery in Solana Beach. madisongalleries.com in A Minor. Introduced by musicologist Dr. Kristi Brown-Montesano, the performance is followed by an artist Q&A and high tea buffet with French Champagne. lesalondemusiques.com Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series October 12 & November 9 Birch Aquarium e Jeffrey B. Graham Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Center for Marine Biodiversity and Conservation at Scripps Institution of Oceanography. On October 12, CMBC students and alumni share insights into their research and the Center's impact on their careers, followed November 9 by CMBC Director Stuart Sandin exploring the Center's role in today's research landscape and his vision for a thriving ocean. Tickets are free for Birch Aquarium members and $12 for the general public; advance reservations are required. aquarium.ucsd.edu Grim October 27-November 29 La Jolla Playhouse La Jolla Playhouse presents a hilarious and heartbreaking world-premiere musical that celebrates life…and death. Led by director Sammi Cannold (Variety's 10 Broadway Stars to Watch, Drama Desk Award winner), the accomplished creative team includes musical comedy trailblazers Joey Orton and Brad Silnutzer, with songwriters Petro AP (Reneé Rapp, One Direction) and Scott Hoying (Pentatonix). With Grim's infectious score, delightfully cheeky humor, and piercing insights, expect to laugh, cry, and be deeply moved. lajollaplayhouse.org e Cottage October 28-November 22 North Coast Repertory eatre North Coast Repertory eatre presents a wickedly funny Broadway farce set in the English countryside in 1923. When secrets refuse to stay hidden, passion collides with propriety and a hilarious web of revelations puts love, marriage, GRIM: SCOTT HOYING, PHOTO COURTESY OF THE LA JOLLA PLAYHOUSE Calendar San Diego's Entertainment Guide Hold Back the Night, through November 15 For more upcoming events happening in San Diego, visit ranchandcoast.com/calendar @ranchandcoast RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2026 59