ArtPower at UC San Diego

ArtPower at UC San Diego MISSION
To present performing and media arts that engage, energize, and transform the diverse cultural life of the University and San Diego.

VISION
To develop more empathetic students and community members that are better prepared to engage in the world.

Recognized as one of the leading chamber ensembles of its generation, the Escher String Quartet returns to ArtPower this...
08/26/2026

Recognized as one of the leading chamber ensembles of its generation, the Escher String Quartet returns to ArtPower this October.
Featuring works by Prokofiev, Shostakovich, and Britten, the program explores a repertoire from passages of quiet reflection to moments of striking intensity. Join for a performance that famously showcases the musical insight and rare tonal beauty for which the ensemble is internationally acclaimed.

Learn more: https://artpower.ucsd.edu/event/escher-string-quartet/

Escher String Quartet
Thur. Oct. 15 at 7:30 pm
Dept. of Music's Conrad Prebys Concert Hall
Tickets: $53–68
UCSD Student: Limited free tickets via SSO (available Sept. 1)

08/25/2026

Known as the "Hendrix of the Sahara," Vieux Farka Touré's song "Diarabi", featured in KEXP radio, amplifies his intricate string work.

The song of West African origin explores themes of love and personal agency, traditionally advising young people to follow their hearts in choosing marriage partners. The version by Vieux Farka Touré and Khruangbin is an homage to his late father, Ali Farka Touré, who famously recorded the song on his 1994 masterpiece "Talking Timbuktu" with Ry Cooder.

Learn more: https://artpower.ucsd.edu/event/vieux-farke-toure/

Vieux Farka Touré
Thur. Sept. 24 at 7:00 pm
Epstein Family Amphitheater
Tickets: $35–55
UCSD Student: Limited Free Tickets via SSO

Video ID:
A horizontal video of Vieux Farka Touré behind star lights wearing a grey beret and black T-shirt. The camera shifts between different angles capturing his guitar skills while panning to other musicians playing the electric guitar and percussion.

Montreal-based contemporary ice-skating company Le Patin Libre uses ice, skates, and glide as media, transforming their ...
08/20/2026

Montreal-based contemporary ice-skating company Le Patin Libre uses ice, skates, and glide as media, transforming their athleticism into a mean of free expression.

Their newest work "Melt" addresses one of the most urgent issues of our time—climate change. The piece takes us on a surreal journey into a post-apocalyptic world where ice, music, and civilization no longer exists.

Accompanied by a musician, the duo of roller skaters takes to theater stages for the first time and seizes the opportunity to bring an intimacy impossible and eccentricity impossible in ice rinks

Learn more: https://artpower.ucsd.edu/event/le-patin-libre-melt/

Le Patin Libre "Melt"
Thurs, Oct. 8 at 7:30 pm
Epstein Family Amphitheater
Tickets: $30–55 | UCSD Students: Limited free tickets via SSO (Available Sept. 1)

08/19/2026

Don’t miss Ghostbusters Live in Concert at the Epstein Family Amphitheater. The immersive show pairs the nostalgic movie we all know and love with a live orchestra creating a new and unique musical experience. ⁠
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Whether you are reimagining a childhood favorite, or introducing a new generation to this cult classic, Ghostbusters in concert provides an experience unlike any other. ⁠
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So who you gonna call? ArtPower! Get your tickets now on the ArtPower website and experience Ghostbusters like never before! ⁠
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Ghostbusters in Concert⁠
Fri, Sep. 25 at 7:30 pm⁠
Epstein Family Amphitheater⁠
Tickets: $35–75 | UCSD Students: Free tickets via SSO ⁠
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Video ID: Promotional video for Ghostbusters in Concert featuring Dan Aykroyd speaking at the beginning, followed by scenes from the original Ghostbusters film, including the Ghostbusters team and the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man. The video promotes the film screening with a live orchestra at the Epstein Family Amphitheater.

08/19/2026

Thee Sinseers' new single "There She Goes" came out today along with an official music video! This is the 4th single off their upcoming album 'Love Stories' which is out September 18. See them live in San Diego on their Love Stories tour on October 21.

Thee Sinseers | Love Stories
Wed, Oct. 21 at 7 pm
Epstein Family Amphitheater
Tickets: $35–50 | UCSD Students: Free tickets via SSO

Video ID: A vintage-style music video featuring Thee Sinseers performing onstage. Several musicians in dark suits play guitar and other instruments, with close-up shots of the performers and their instruments against a colorful blue and pink backdrop.

Salin, the Thai-born jazz and funk drummer, is setting out for her autumn tour and will be performing at The Loft this O...
08/11/2026

Salin, the Thai-born jazz and funk drummer, is setting out for her autumn tour and will be performing at The Loft this October. The Juno-nominated composer blends folk traditions of Northeast Thailand with the psychedelia of 1970s West Africa, and is sure to put on an electrifying show!

Salin
Tue. Oct. 6 at 8:00 pm
The Loft
Tickets: $30–45
UCSD Student: $10 advance / limited free tickets at door (available Sept. 1)

Part of our season-opening weekend, Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Touré returns after a sold-out 2022 performance at The ...
08/08/2026

Part of our season-opening weekend, Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Touré returns after a sold-out 2022 performance at The Loft, combining irresistible rhythms, joyful energy, and the kind of musicianship that turns first-time listeners into devoted fans. He has earned international acclaim for his electrifying stage presence and singular blend of desert blues, rock, and West African traditions. His collaborations with Dave Matthews, Derek Trucks, John Scofield, and Khruangbin reflect a career that moves easily across genres and traditions, underscoring his place as a leading voice in contemporary global music. ⁠
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Learn more: https://artpower.ucsd.edu/event/vieux-farke-toure/

Vieux Farka Touré⁠
Thurs. Sept. 24 at 7:00 pm⁠
Epstein Family Amphitheater ⁠
Tickets: $35–55⁠
UCSD Student: Limited Free Tickets via SSO

Part of our season-opening weekend, Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Touré returns after a sold-out 2022 performance at The ...
08/08/2026

Part of our season-opening weekend, Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Touré returns after a sold-out 2022 performance at The Loft, combining irresistible rhythms, joyful energy, and the kind of musicianship that turns first-time listeners into devoted fans. He has earned international acclaim for his electrifying stage presence and singular blend of desert blues, rock, and West African traditions. His collaborations with Dave Matthews, Derek Trucks, John Scofield, and Khruangbin reflect a career that moves easily across genres and traditions, underscoring his place as a leading voice in contemporary global music.

Learn more: https://artpower.ucsd.edu/event/vieux-farke-toure/

Vieux Farka Touré
Thurs. Sept. 24 at 7:00 pm
Epstein Family Amphitheater
Tickets: $35–55
UCSD Student: Limited Free Tickets via SSO

Siudy Garrido's shares, "My feet are my voice. Through flamenco, I tell stories that words cannot express."Her artistry ...
08/03/2026

Siudy Garrido's shares, "My feet are my voice. Through flamenco, I tell stories that words cannot express."

Her artistry bridges tradition and innovation, earning her recognition as one of the most influential flamenco figures in the Americas. Based in Miami, she has sold out performances at the Adrienne Arsht Center for over 12 years, where she serves as an arts partner. Her work speaks a universal language of freedom, identity, and raw emotion—inviting audiences to connect with their inner voice and pursue their creative paths.

Learn more: https://artpower.ucsd.edu/event/siudy-garrido-flamenco-company/

Siudy Garrido Flamenco Company⁠
"Flamenco Íntimo"⁠
Sun, Aug. 9 at 7 pm⁠
Epstein Family Amphitheater⁠
Tickets: $35–80 | UCSD Student: Limited Free Tickets via SSO

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