‘Zanna Don’t’: Ariel Performing Arts will perform Zanna Don’t at the Roosevelt Theatre at 7:30 p.m. In the world of Zanna, Don’t!, everything is reversed – the captain of the chess team is the coolest guy in school, the quarterback of the football team can’t seem to fit in and homosexuality is the prevailing norm. Things go awry when the school’s two closeted heterosexuals realize their feelings for each other. Heartsville High School’s magical matchmaker Zanna comes to their rescue to make the world safe for their love. The Roosevelt Theatre is located at 3366 Park Blvd. in Hillcrest. 619-297-7309, www.zannasd.com

‘Shadow of Mercy’: The Malashock Dance production will be performing Shadow of Mercy at the Garfield Theatre at 9:30 p.m. Shadow of Mercy is a poetic and powerful dance theater performance that blends the dark and humorous lyrics of Leonard Cohen with the dramatic, provocative and deeply human choreography of John Malashock. Encore performances will take place on Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m. Tickets for the Friday performance range from $18 - $28, with $14 tickets available for students. For the Saturday and Sunday performances, tickets range from $20 - $32, with student tickets at $16. 858-362-1348, tickets.lfjcc.org

‘Peter Grimes’: The San Diego Opera will perform Benjamin Britten’s Peter Grimes at the San Diego Civic Theatre, on its opening night, at 7 p.m. Peter Grimes is a shocking look at the herd mentality of an isolated fishing village and follows the story of the titular fisherman whose young apprentice dies while out at sea. With music inspired by the ocean, the orchestral music of Peter Grimes is so inventive and beautiful it is often performed by symphonies and the singing includes such wonderful arias as “Now the Great Bear” and “Embroidery in childhood.” Peter Grimes was last performed by San Diego Opera in 1985. Peter Grimes runs for approximately three hours and 15 minutes including two 20-minute intermissions. The opera will run through April 26. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased online or at the theatre. The San Diego Civic Theatre is located at 1100 Third Ave. in Downtown. 619-533-7000, www.sdopera.com

Taste of Hillcrest: Experience the delights and flavors of 44 restaurants in Hillcrest from noon to 4 p.m. Taste of Hillcrest is a self-guided tour that will take you to some of the top chefs in San Diego. From scrumptious appetizers to delectable desserts, come prepared to please your appetite. With samples created from more than 40 of the area’s prominent restaurants, you are sure to find a new takeout favorite or dining hotspot. Tickets are $30 and go up $5 on the day of the event. For the last five years, the event has sold out. So get your tickets soon. 619-233-5008, www.mcfarlanepromotions.com

Earth Fair: Earth Fair will take place at Balboa Park from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Earth Fair at Balboa Park turns 20, while Earth Day turns 40. Earth Fair features more than 200 exhibitors, special theme areas, a food pavilion, a special kids’ activity area, three entertainment venues, art shows and more. Most of the event’s festivities will take place along El Prado East and Plaza de Panama to Pan American Plaza in Balboa Park. 858-272-7370, www.earthdayweb.org

Mr./Ms./Miss Gay San Diego: The annual Mr./Ms./Miss Gay San Diego pageant will take place at The Flame at 5:30 p.m. The Imperial Court de San Diego’s reigning Princess Royale, Lexi Styles, and Former Princess Royale, Regina Styles, will host the event. The pageant will consist of three different categories for “Mr.,” “Ms.” and “Miss.” The “Mr.” and “Ms.” contestants will participate in casual and evening wear. “Miss” contestants will participate in a talent competition and evening gown. This year’s pageant will benefit Project Star, a program of Family Health Centers of San Diego, which offers case-management, referral and supportive services for transgender persons at high risk for HIV and STDs. The Flame is located at 3780 Park Blvd. in Hillcrest. 619-288-1183, tracieo@fhcsd.org

Budget Briefing: Mayor Jerry Sanders will host a community meeting to discuss the upcoming year’s city budget at the Ocean Beach Recreational Center at 6 p.m. The Ocean Beach Recreational Center is located at 4726 Santa Monica Ave. in Ocean Beach. 619-236-6330, www.sandiego.gov

Big! Fun! Sports Bingo!: The Center will host its monthly bingo in its auditorium at 7 p.m. Special games like U-Pick-Em and Double Action will be featured. $1,000 in payouts will be given. Six lucky guests will win non-cash prizes just for walking in the door, including Starbucks cards and donated gift certificates to local restaurants. The early bird game begins at 6:50 p.m. It costs $15 to play a 10-game pack. Increase your chances of winning by purchasing additional game packs for $5 each. Participants must be at least 18 years of age. The Center is located at 3909 Centre St. in Hillcrest. 619-692-2077, www.thecentersd.org

Art Walk Preview Party: San Diego’s Annual Art Walk is having a preview party at the W Hotel San Diego at 6 p.m. The W San Diego is located at 421 West B St. in Downtown San Diego. www.missionfederalartwalk.org, 619-615-1090.

A Tribute to the Beatles: Rain: a Tribute to the Beatles will be shown at the Balboa Theatre at 7 p.m. Rain is a multi-media, multi-dimensional experience fusing historical film footage and television commercials from the 1960s, with music from the Beatles. Tickets for the show range from $15 to $77. The Balboa Theatre is located at 868 Fourth Ave. in Downtown. 619-570-1100, www.sdbalboa.org