Osher’s Theater World Presents: Around the World in Song

Event details Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Location: Park & Market - 1100 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101 Type: Arts / Performance Campus area: Park & Market Audience: Staff and Faculty, Alumni, Parents and Family, Students, Lifelong Learning About this event Join us for an entertaining afternoon while supporting Osher's Theater World, a talented group of theater artists. Comprised of members of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UC San Diego, Theater World brings engaging performances to audiences throughout the year, and your attendance helps sustain future productions and creative opportunities for lifelong learners. This event, inspired by Fran Zimmerman and directed by Herb Hein, will feature 18 songs from around the world performed by an ensemble of singers with piano, drums, guitar, and accordion. Local downtown restaurants will provide some small international delights starting at 1pm. There will be limited parking available at the venue for $10, but it is recommended that you take the Blue Line Trolley, which stops right across the street from the venue. You will receive a link to purchase parking in your registration confirmation email. Registration is $25 for this event and includes admission to the concert and light refreshments. It does not include parking or public transportation. Theater World brings Osher members together to explore the joy of performance through acting, directing, and storytelling. Whether discovering new talents or building on previous experience, participants develop creative skills, form lasting friendships, and enrich the Osher community by entertaining fellow members throughout the year. If you are unable to attend this event but would still like to show your support for Osher’s Theater World, you can donate to them directly by visiting the link below. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Theater Program All donations will directly support this pillar of the Osher Institute program at UC San Diego by allowing us to purchase scripts, license productions, and procure necessary items to make these shows magical. Official event details: https://calendar.ucsd.edu/event/osher-fundraiser-a-performance-of-around-the-world-in-song