JUL 2025 10 THU 7 PM
  • JUL 2025 11 FRI 7 PM
  • JUL 2025 12 SAT 7 PM
  • JUL 2025 13 SUN 2 PM
  • JUL 2025 17 THU 7 PM
  • JUL 2025 18 FRI 7 pm
  • JUL 2025 19 SAT 7 pm
  • JUL 2025 20 SUN 2 pm
  • JUL 2025 24 THU 7 pm
  • JUL 2025 25 FRI 7 pm
  • JUL 2025 26 SAT 7 pm
  • JUL 2025 27 SUN 2 pm
  • JUL 2025 31 THU 7 pm
  • AUG 2025 01 FRI 7 pm
  • AUG 2025 02 SAT 7 pm
  • AUG 2025 03 SUN 2 pm
Special Event | USA
Karaoke DreamsThe Loft
  • General Admission: $35
  • UCSD Student: Limited Free Ticket via SSO
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About

Welcome to a neon-soaked sanctuary where the mic is hot, the beer is cold, and one unforgettable night turns a dive bar into a confession booth, a concert stage, and a second chance. In this immersive, heartfelt new musical, every regular, newcomer, and wannabe rockstar has a secret, a song, and something to prove. As the drinks get stronger and the bass gets louder, past and present collide — revealing the heartbreaks, hookups, and hopes hiding behind the music. Featuring songs by Lady Gaga, Elton John, Rihanna, Queen, Madonna, Tracy Chapman, ABBA, Bad Bunny, and many more, this world premiere is a joyful celebration of connection, community, and the catharsis of singing your truth. KARAOKE DREAMS reminds us that sometimes, the right song really can change everything.

This production is presented in collaboration with Blindspot Collective, an award-winning theater company based in San Diego whose productions won or been nominated for Best New Play, Best New Musical, and Best Solo Performance by the San Diego Theatre Critics Circle. It is created and directed by Blake McCarty, whose work is “broadening the definition of theater” (New York Times), with musical direction by Lyndon Pugeda and choreography by Micah Parra.

Tickets for upcoming events:

Thur, July 10 at 7 pm
Fri, July 11 at 7 pm
Sat, July 12 at 7 pm
Sun, July 13 at 2 pm
Thur, July 17 at 7 pm
Fri, July 18 at 7 pm
Sat, July 19 at 7 pm
Sun, July 20 at 2 pm
Thur, July 24 at 7 pm
Fri, July 25 at 7 pm
Sat, July 26 at 7 pm
Sun, July 27 at 2 pm
Thur, July 31 at 7 pm
Fri, Aug. 1 at 7 pm
Sat, Aug. 2 at 7 pm
Sun, Aug. 3 at 2 pm

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Details

Doors Open

6 pm (for the 7 pm show)
1 pm (for the 2 pm show)

Bites & Beverages

Our partner restaurant, Zanzibar at The Loft, is a creative American bistro serving lunch and dinner, as well as adventurous wine and beer options to keep you comfortably satiated.

Zanzibar will be open an hour before show time for dining.

Getting Here

The Loft is located at 3151 Matthews Lane, off of Lyman Lane. See Map >

Take the Trolley: The Loft is a 7 min walk from the Blue Line Trolley, UCSD Central Campus Station. For more information about the trolley, visit the MTS website >

Parking

The closest parking structure is Gilman Parking Structure. UC San Diego requires parking permits 7 days a week. Permits can be purchased at permit machines or through the Parkmobile App. Visit UC San Diego Transportation for information on where to buy your permit, and costs.

More Info

If you need additional information and/or assistance, please contact artpower@ucsd.edu.

Fees

Ticket price is inclusive of fees.
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